Lilly is one impressive young woman. It’s clear that she accomplishes everything she sets her mind to, and I am so excited to celebrate her today! Lilly is an Oconomowoc High School senior and the Class of 2026 Valedictorian!
I photographed Lilly’s older brother several years ago for his senior pictures and have been following along on her journey ever since. I love keeping up with her dance rehearsals and competitions over the years, so photographing Lilly myself was such a treat! She brought along a stack of pointe shoes to represent not only her passion for dance, but also the dedication and hard work she has poured into it. She carries herself with such confidence, grace and focus, which made the whole session feel effortless.
We spent part of her session on the land around her family’s home, surrounded by so much beauty! It truly felt like a photographer’s dream. I especially loved that the locations she chose held so much meaning for her, since these are the spaces where she grew up.
You will not believe Lilly’s accomplishments. This girl is on fire. Read on to see what I mean.
The world is lucky to have you, Lilly! I cannot wait to see what comes next!
Meet Lilly
For fun I like to…
dance, eat, and hang out with friends/family
After I graduate I plan to…
attend University of Miami and study neuroscience on the pre-med track
My favorite high school memory so far was…
prom last year
What is the best part of high school?
Football games
What is the worst part of high school?
Waking up early and junior year in general
My proudest moment was…
finding out that I was Valedictorian
My dream job is…
a doctor in the ER
What I’m looking forward to the rest of the school year is…
finishing all of my hard classes and warmer weather
What I’m most looking forward this summer is…
going out the lake and being outside
My favorite class/subject in high school is/was…
calculus and the PLTW Biomedical Science classes
Some of my high school accomplishments were..
doing well on the ACT and feeling proud of my grades in all of my classes
Favorite local place to eat…
Bella Gusto
What would you rate a 10 out of 10?
The movie La La Land
My favorite playlist includes…
lots of Taylor Swift
Favorite snack?
Salt and Vinegar Chips
Something on your bucket list?
Going on an African safari
Favorite single day on the calendar?
Christmas
Who would you like to shout out to that contributed to your success?My parents, close friends, and dance team
What will you miss most about the last four years?
Being in smaller classes and having teachers that I really connect with
Also, a this or that section:
- Morning person or Night owl? Night owl
- Health or junk food? Junk food
- Mountains or Ocean? Ocean
- Homebody or social butterfly? Homebody
- Summer or winter? Summer
- Book or movie? Movie
- Amusement park or day at the beach? Day at the beach
- Alaska or Hawaii? Hawaii
- Reading or writing? Writing
- City or Country? Country
- Salty or sweet? Salty
- Swim in pool or ocean? Pool
- Burgers or tacos? Tacos
- Passenger or driver? Passenger
- Pasta or pizza? Pasta
- New phone or new clothes? New clothes
- Ice cream or frozen custard? Frozen custard
- Cat or Dog? Dog
Enjoy the rest of your final high school year, Lilly! I can’t wait to follow along on your post-high school adventures. You undoubtedly have a bright future ahead. Congrats on all your many, impressive accomplishments!
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Julie Collins Photography is an Oconomowoc Senior Photographer located in beautiful Lake Country, WI who loves capturing true emotions and candid moments that help tell the story of the seniors she works with. If you’re looking for an Oconomowoc Senior Photographer, send a message to chat!
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