Glow

I love a girl who glows.  And let's face it, it's almost impossible to get to that point throughout high school.  Too much change, in yourself and around you, all the time.  It's so hard to get to a point where you know yourself well enough to get good and comfortable and just, glow.

Sweet Hailey got there.  It's the end of her senior year and she's found herself.  She knows what she likes, she knows what she'd rather not be around, she knows she's strong and can do hard things.  She's not afraid to make eye contact with you, me, or anyone else because she knows she's got it.  That glow.  

No Joke

When do you meet an 18 year man-child with more self confidence than you?  How often does a senior in high school put you at ease, through his total chillness?  Not too often.

Dan's that kid, and I can only call him that for a few more days so I'll take advantage of it while I can.  He's that kid that laughs easily, at himself and at your corny jokes.  He's an accomplished musician, an Eagle scout, an awesome big brother, we could go on.

But we don't need to.  Because he wears it all out there, he's totally happy to be exactly who he is so the camera loves to capture it.

Meet Dan.  The world is a better place because we have kids like this.

Light it up!

Some people just have a glow.  I could tell while we were Facetiming and she was showing me her closet and we were discussing possible wardrobe choices.  I could tell then, that she had that glow.  Her laugh came easily, her blue eyes were clear and twinkling.  I knew just looking at my phone, we were going to have a blast.

And we did, it's so fun to photograph someone who knows her own soul.  She knows what she likes, what's doesn't work for her, and she knows how to find a whole lot of joy in her life.  I was just along for the ride, ready to document it.

Next year at this time she'll be wrapping up her freshman year of college and a whole lot of change will have happened.  My hope and prayer is that she'll remember her own soul, she'll allow it to grow and change and yet stay grounded.

And maybe that's my hope for myself as well.

Bad Bluff

This Highland High senior was a kindred spirit.  On the surface we have almost nothing in common.  Completely different generation, different childhood, different taste in music.  I tried just about everything here, folks.

Then I realized in one way, he is just like me.  Every thought that crossed his mind, was displayed so clearly on his face.  And I know that pain.



Every time someone says something weird, as a functional adult I should be able to just move on through.  But no, my face has to broadcast to the world that I'm completely confused.  Thanks Face.

And every time a friend starts acting a fool, this is pretty much what goes right through my head...

And when someone cracks a joke that's not even slightly naughty but my twisted head can find that humor SO easy, EVERYONE knows exactly what Elena was thinking.  Again, thanks a lot Face.

It's dumb.  It's ridiculous.  And it's really really hard to go through life as the world's most transparent person.  And now I don't have to.  Because now I know this guy, he's got it worse than me.

Senior Pictures in Gilbert, AZ

Most senior girls are not as simple as "natural" or "urban".  Most of them have a whole lot of both and a bunch in between.  That's why having multiple locations and wardrobe changes make senior pictures special and unique to the model.

We can show an edge downtown and then soften it up with sunlight and wind in the desert.  It's amazing what you can do when you're willing to mix it up a bit.

Senior Photo Giveaway!

I want to start the Senior Photo Season off with a bang!!  I'm giving away a full senior photoshoot, valued at $225.  But not in a random drawing.  I want someone with some awesome-sauce.  I want a senior who knows how to serve, who knows how to make the world a little better, someone who deserves a special little somethin' in their life.  And they gotta be available March 15.

Let's do it people.  Send me your nominations, even if it's yourself!  Email to ejtcat at hotmail.com  Or message me on Facebook.  Or text me at 480-215-6536.  Winner will be chosen by Monday.  Spread the word!

Campo Verde Gilbert Senior {Class of '14!}

I love working with this one.  She's so real, she's going to tell you what you she thinks.  When you're being an idiot, she'll let you know with the best look I've ever seen.  And when you're being real with her, she completely opens up and shines.  She's my first senior of the season and she started it off with a huge bang!!  The bar is set high my friends, I don't know if I can top this.