6 Top Reasons to Invest in a Professional Senior Photographer

Senior year is a once-in-a-lifetime milestone—your story deserves to be captured the right way. Here’s why hiring a professional photographer is one of the best decisions you can make:

1. High-Quality, Lasting Products
Pros use top-tier cameras, editing software, and print labs to create images and keepsakes that will look stunning now—and still look amazing decades from now.

2. Natural, Flattering Posing
Professional photographers know how to guide you into poses that feel relaxed and authentic. No stiff smiles or awkward angles—just you looking your best.

3. Training and Expertise
They’ve studied lighting, composition, color, and more, so they can turn any location into a dream backdrop and capture your personality in every shot.

4. A Comfortable, Fun Experience
Because they know their craft inside and out, pros can focus on making you feel confident and comfortable—so your photos reflect your real personality.

5. Timeless Memories for the Whole Family
Senior photos are more than just pictures for the yearbook—they become family treasures that you’ll look back on for years to come (and proudly display at graduation parties!).

6. You’ve Earned It
This is your time to shine. After all the hard work and growth, you deserve to celebrate who you are and how far you’ve come—with photos that capture it all beautifully.

Absolutely! We love getting to know our seniors (and parents!) before the session so we can create a personalized experience that truly reflects your personality, style, and interests.

During your consultation, we’ll:

• Chat about your vision for the session—any ideas, themes, or inspiration you have.

• Go over wardrobe tips, style preferences, and locations that match your vibe and highlight who you are.

• Talk through products and artwork that would look amazing in your home—yes, we can even come to you to see your wall space and help you choose the best options.

Prefer a phone consult? No problem! We’re happy to schedule a call instead if that’s more convenient.

And don’t worry—you’re not limited to the consultation! Feel free to text us 24/7 with any questions, ideas, or just to say hi. We're here to make sure you feel confident and excited every step of the way.

E Hamm Studio is based in Iowa City, Iowa, but we don’t stay in one place for long—we specialize in on-location photography, which means we come to you!

Whether it’s a favorite park, your family’s backyard, a downtown alley, or someplace totally unique to you, we’ll find the perfect setting that matches your personality and vibe.

We photograph all across Iowa and the Midwest, but we also love to travel to new destinations for seniors who want something fresh, different, and fun. From small towns to big cities (and even a few beaches or mountains in between), we’re all about creating a session that feels like you—and making it an adventure along the way.

Because honestly, why not turn your senior photos into an experience you’ll always remember?

Yes, absolutely! We customize each session to reflect you—your style, your personality, and your vision.

Ready to get started? Call us or leave a message to reserve your spot and get your session on the calendar. We can’t wait to create something amazing with you!

We accept a variety of payment methods to make things easy for you:

Cash, Check, Mastercard, Visa, Discover, PayPal, and Venmo

Have questions about payments or setting up a plan? Just reach out—we’re happy to help!

After your photoshoot, we’ll schedule a personalized ordering session within 2 weeks to go through your images together and help you choose your favorites.

Once your order is placed and payment is complete, your prints will be ready in about 2–4 weeks. You're welcome to pick them up, or we can deliver them right to your door—whatever’s most convenient for you!

Yes—we understand that sometimes life (or the weather!) doesn’t go as planned. If we need to cancel due to weather or other unforeseen circumstances, we’ll work with you to reschedule your session as soon as possible. Your experience matters to us, and we’ll do everything we can to ensure your session is rescheduled promptly and you’re completely satisfied with the outcome.

We love capturing who you really are! Feel free to bring several outfit changes so we can mix things up and try some fun, different looks. I always say it’s better to bring more—that way, we have plenty of options.

Don’t forget to bring accessories that show off your personality—like sunglasses, hats, instruments, sports gear, or anything else that helps tell your story. These little details make your photos uniquely you.

If you’d like, we also offer a clothing consultation to help you plan your outfits and make sure everything works perfectly together. Just let us know—we’d love to get together and help you feel confident and ready.

YES! We love capturing you with your friends, family, and even your furry companions. A friend or family member can join the session or meet us at the location—whatever works best for you.

If you want photos with your pet, we recommend starting the session at your home, where your pet feels most comfortable, and then moving to other locations if you'd like.

Just be sure to let us know during your consultation so we can plan accordingly and make the session fun and stress-free for everyone!