Your senior photos are a celebration of who you are, and your outfits play a huge role in telling that story. Whether you’re going for trendy, classic, or a mix of both, these four tips will help you take your outfits to the next level and make your photos shine.   1) Layer, layer, layer! […]

As you get ready for your Chicago senior photo session, you’re probably focused on picking out the perfect outfits, shoes, and accessories. But have you thought about what happens if something unexpected pops up during the shoot? That’s where an “emergency kit” comes in handy. From a popped button to a sudden mosquito bite, little […]

Let’s face it – senior year is already packed with essays, exams, events, and a never-ending to-do list. The last thing you need is another source of stress! That’s why your senior photoshoot should be fun, memorable, and completely stress-free. My goal? To make sure you never want the day to end and to deliver […]

As a senior photographer, I love calling Chicago home! One of the best parts about that is getting to share my studio with my amazing high school seniors. On that note, today we’re talking all about the reasons to consider studio photos for your senior session!  1) It’s the perfect starting place! All of my […]

Your senior year is such an exciting milestone that deserves to be celebrated! And your Chicago senior portrait session is part of that celebration! It’s your time to shine and capture who you are at this moment in your life. To make the most of your senior session, here are the four essential things you […]

When I ask my senior clients what they’re most nervous about before their session, the #1 answer I get is that they feel awkward in front of the camera. Seniors often tell me they don’t know how to pose and have no idea what to do with their hands! News flash: No one knows what […]

Over the years as a Chicago senior portrait photographer, I’ve come to know that successful, fun senior sessions are all about one thing – planning ahead!  As part of my senior session prep, I love offering style consults. What is that? Well, 1-2 weeks before your session we will either meet in person at my […]

Wanna know a not-so-secret secret here at Shalimar B. Photography?! I always work with a hair and makeup artist for each senior portrait session in Chicago. And in my opinion, they are the best hair and makeup artists in the city! The artists I work with are licensed professionals that I actually book for my […]

Fall senior portraits are around the corner! As summer winds down and back to school is going to be here before we know it, I couldn’t help but share about one of my favorite (and busiest!) seasons as a Chicago senior photographer – FALL! I’m a midwesterner at heart, so you better bet that I […]

Trust me, I totally get it… Choosing your senior portrait locations in Chicago can be intimidating! But that’s why I’m here to help! Hi, I’m Shalimar – a high school senior photographer in Chicago. Yep, actually IN Chicago. I live in Chicago and call Chicago home! So, I believe living in the city and having […]