Magnolia Neighborhood Seattle | Maddie Senior Portraits

I met Maddie and her mom at Discovery Park in Seattle for Maddie’s senior session.  Now that I’ve been here a few times, it’s becoming one of my favorite places.  Of course I wanted to start out with some pictures of Maddie in front of this beautiful historic military house.

Maddie brought several cute outfits and this first one was such a great choice.  I love the small, non distracting pattern, the pop of color, and the fun ruffle and rouching details.  Outfit aside, you can’t help but notice Maddie’s gorgeous brown eyes.  Stunning!

One of the fun things about portrait sessions in a repeat location is finding ways to shoot from a different perspective.  We got a great variety of poses by these columns.

With the help of mom, Maddie made her first outfit change.  The lace detail and puffed sleeves give this dress such a wow factor and I think it was the perfect choice for our next location.  I wasn’t kidding when I told Maddie I was putting her in the shrubberies, but she just laughed and went for it.  I really love this series of images and I think Maddie looks like a modern day princess!

It’s so easy to get caught up in the moment when the beautiful light, location, outfits, and an extremely photogenic client all come together, but time management is so important when shooting on location!  I’ve started setting a timer so as not to short myself, or the client, at our next spot.  Maddie really wanted to get pictures at the beach and the West Point Lighthouse did not disappoint.

This summer dress is the perfect blue for Maddie and provided a nice pop of color against the rocks and driftwood.  Here she is with her beautiful mom, Cyndee!  Senior year is such a bittersweet time for parents who are so proud of their kids but wonder how the last 18 years went by so fast!

Outside of school, Maddie enjoys horse back riding and works at the Seattle Aquarium, where she rotates through the different exhibits and educates visitors about the animals and their habitats.  Following graduation from Holy Names Academy at the end of May, Maddie has her sights set on sunny California.  She will attend the University of San Diego and major in Environmental and Ocean Sciences, specifically the Marine ecology pathway, and pursue a life’s work as a marine biologist.

Maddie, I hope you enjoy this last month of school, make all the good memories and celebrate your graduation with family and friends!  All the best, Anna Lisa!