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 […]

As your Chicago senior photographer, it’s my goal to help you through every step of the process – from booking and styling to session prep and making the session incredibly fun and all about you! Today’s blog post is dedicated to your senior photo session day checklist. That’s right, we’re diving into all the things that […]

What NOT to do when getting ready for your senior photo session? Worry! Because this Chicago senior photographer is going to help you through every step! Getting prepped and ready for your senior portrait session will be a breeze and then your actual session will be the fun part! Here are some of my favorite […]

So, you know that booking your senior photos early to avoid FOMO and making sure you have the best senior photos (hi!) is top priority. But, what about “How do I book my senior photos?” I am so excited to meet you and celebrate your graduation year! I know booking your senior session can be […]

Did you know it’s okay (and recommended!) to ask questions before booking your Chicago senior photographer? Trust me, I fully recommend asking questions to make sure your senior photographer is the perfect fit before booking and jumping into planning your senior photos. Before you commit to hiring a senior photographer, one of the most important […]

Wanna know a not-so-secret thing about senior photos? Preparing for your senior photos in Chicago doesn’t have to be overwhelming. That’s right, I’m here to help make your senior photo session unforgettable and all about celebrating your high school senior year! Hi, I’m Shalimar – the photographer behind Shalimar B. Photography! I’m a high school […]