As your senior photographer, I’m passionate about helping you feel comfortable and confident in front of my camera. With my experience serving soon-to-be-graduate across Southwest Wisconsin and the tri-state area, I deliver imagery that captures who you uniquely are. It’s important to me that you have an enjoyable photography session and that you simply can’t wait to share your photos with your favorite people.
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What You Can Expect
Before each senior photography session, I spend time with you and your family to set the vision for your session. From inquiry to gallery delivery and beyond, it’s my mission to share your authentic self as I guide you through the process. I can’t wait to work with you!
My promise to You
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TRI-STATE AREA SENIOR PHOTOGRAPHER
& EDUCATOR SERVING WISCONSIN, ILLINOIS & IOWA
The Investment
As your senior photographer I want you to feel comfortable and confident. I want to make the process fun, and effortless for you and your parents. So that is why my senior package includes access to an online digital gallery where you can easily download, share and print all of your high resolution digital files.
No hidden fees, no required purchase minimums and no secrets.
The package includes a custom, personalized senior experience with Sarah Monson as well as 1.5 hours of shooting at 2 locations, 4 outfit changes and an online gallery where you can easily download, share and print all of your full edited, high-resolution digital images.
Sarah Monson Photography senior experience begins at $950
Ala Carte
+ $350
40-Minute Sports Session
In High School Gym
- 40-Minute Session booked either on a separate date or prior to your regular session.
- Studio Lighting will be provided
- You will be responsible for booking your gym and informing the school.
- 30 professionally edited images in full color and black & white with copyright release.
- 40-Min session
- White Backdrop with Studio lighting
- 1-outfit
- 40 professionally edited images in full color and black & white with copyright release.
"ICONIC" Studio Session
+ $350
For Current &
Past Senior Clients
With a Regular Booked Senior Session Only
Can not be booked as a stand alone session
+ $300
30-Minute Cap & Gown Session (booked in May)
- 30-Min Session booked in May
- Captured in front of your high school
- 30 professionally edited images in full color and black & white with copyright release.
how much you complimented me, made me relaxed and felt confident
relaxed & confident
I saw your senior sessions photos and I thought they were AWESOME!! So I knew I had to choose you. You were also very easy to schedule and get things set up.
Portfolio speaks volumes
Felt 100% comfortable, understood & seen throughout the entire planning process and session.
Feeling Understood & Seen
Desire natural, personalized senior photos that reflect who YOU authentically are and what you enjoy
Feel at home when nature surrounds you and feel at peace amidst the rural landscape
Desire a zero-pressure, supportive senior photography experience, from inquiry to gallery delivery
We're a good fit if you are...
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Within one month of your session, your fully edited, high-quality images will be delivered in an online gallery. Need help printing and customizing your photos into heirloom-quality products? I’m happy to help you.
Prints & Products
We’ll plan every detail of your session, from location sourcing to outfit styling. Then, we’ll meet up 90 minutes before sunset to capture your photos.
Plan & Shoot
Schedule a 15-minute Discovery Call to discuss your vision and answer your questions. Then, we’ll make it official and reserve your date on my booking calendar!
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How It Works
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Absolutely! If you have a unique location that’s special to you, from your family farm or pond to a property or location you love, let’s use it. Please bring this up during our session planning conversations!
IS IT POSSIBLE TO HAVE MY SENIOR PORTRAITS TAKEN ON MY PROPERTY?
No need to worry! Weather is one thing we can not control, so I have built flex days into my schedule that are reserved for rescheduled clients. Typically, I’m able to accommodate reschedules within 1-2 weeks, depending on how our schedules coordinate.
WHAT HAPPENS IF WEATHER BECOMES AN ISSUE?
I recommend bringing along 4-5 outfits. We will capture at least three outfits, and before your session, we’ll discuss which outfits coordinate best with each location. In addition, if you have sports or band uniforms, bring those along to capture as well!
HOW MANY OUTFITS DO WE BRING?
Approximately 24 hours after your session, you will see a sneak peek on social media. Then, four weeks later – get excited! – you’ll receive a link to view your fully edited, high-quality images in an online gallery.
WHEN WILL I RECEIVE MY IMAGES?
Let Me Answer Your Questions!
FAQS:
Your online gallery has a professional print shop within it, so purchasing products is a breeze. It’s user-friendly, and everything is shipped directly to your doorstep! If you’d like support in designing custom imagery, I’m happy to help.
HOW DO WE PURCHASE PRINTS?
Yes! You will pay $300 at time of signing the contract, and the remainder will be split up into 2 equal payments, with the first payment due two months prior to your session date and the final payment due one week prior to your session.
DO YOU OFFER PAYMENT PLANS?
We have access to a couple of flower fields in the area. The Benton High School has a prairie field with beautiful poppy, which typically blooms in late June to early July. If you’d rather opt for cone flowers and sunflowers, let’s plan your session for August.
I WANT PHOTOS WITH A WILDFLOWER FIELD. WHAT MONTH IS BEST?
Consider what type of outfits you want to wear. If you’re most comfortable in tank tops and shorts, a summer session is ideal for you, whereas if you envision cuddly warm sweaters and jeans, a fall session is more your style. Think about the landscape that surrounds you as well. If green grasses or fall leaves are important to you, I suggest choosing accordingly. I’m happy to offer advice!
WHAT TIME OF THE YEAR SHOULD I BOOK MY SESSION?
I have a pop-up changing tent that goes everywhere with us. Don’t worry: I have you covered!
HOW DO YOU CHANGE OUTFITS ONSITE?
YES! You’re more than welcome to include your fur babies. The only thing I ask is that the animal be on a leash and or halter of some sort. Again, preparation is key here, so let’s start the conversation early to ensure we have a location that will accommodate.
CAN I INCLUDE MY FUR BABY, DOG, CAT, HORSE, ETC.?
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