When we sat down together to plan Mya’s senior session, I immediately saw how much thought and heart she put into envisioning this special milestone. One of her top priorities was including her beloved dog, Millie – a sweet, Golden Retriever, who’s been her loyal companion throughout her high school years. I’ve had the joy of photographing many seniors with their dogs, and I assured Mya we would absolutely make time to capture those precious moments. After all, pets are family, and the bond they share is something truly worth preserving.
Another key element Mya wanted to incorporate was her lacrosse stick, a symbol of her dedication and achievements on the field. Mya’s high school lacrosse career is nothing short of inspiring – she and her team clinched the Girls Lacrosse State Championship last year, a triumphant victory during her junior year. With spring around the corner, and the lacrosse season ramping up, I know she’s gearing up for another fierce run at the title. I’ll be cheering you on from afar, Mya!
When planning senior sessions, I always ask what type of location best reflects their personality and style. Mya envisioned a spot with open fields, vibrant flowers, and maybe even a touch of water. With her session scheduled for July 22nd, this was easily achievable, as fields of wildflowers are in full bloom at that time. Living in Lake Country gives us endless options, so I suggested a nearby river to start before moving on to a dreamy location where golden sunlight filters through wildflowers. It was the ideal setting to capture Mya’s love of nature.
Watching Mya’s confidence emerge during her session was a beautiful reminder of why I love what I do! She brought a quiet energy, grace, and an infectious joy that made every frame feel effortlessly authentic. I’m so excited to see where the rest of her senior year takes her, both on and off the field.
Meet Mya
For fun I like to…
enjoy hanging out with my friends, being outside, and playing lacrosse.
After I graduate I plan to…
attend a four year university. I am still deciding on which college.
My favorite high school memory so far was…
winning the first ever WIAA Girls Lacrosse State Championship with my teammates.
My proudest moment was…
when my lacrosse team won state.
My favorite class/subject in high school is/was…
science.
My dream job is…
I am unsure of my dream job right now, but I enjoy the study of biology and hope to have a career in it one day.
Can you tell me some of your thoughts from your session and the entire photography experience? Anything stick out to you?
I really enjoyed my session and loved how my photos came out. I enjoyed how I had the opportunity to choose which locations would look nice for the type of setting I wanted my photos in. Additionally, I felt very comfortable throughout the entire photoshoot. I also liked how I had many different photos to choose from once they were taken, so I could find the ones that I really liked.
What did you love about your photos?
I loved the areas that I was able to take my photos in and really enjoyed having the opportunity to take a few with my dog. I thought that the experience was wonderful!
Also, a this or that section:
- Snapchat or Instagram? Instagram
- Morning person or Night owl? Night Owl
- Mountains or Oceans? Mountains
- Salty or Sweet? Sweet
- Comedy or Drama? Comedy
- Book or Movie? Book
Good luck during your final high school lacrosse season, Mya – I have no doubt you’ll continue to make your mark in extraordinary ways!
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Mya,
We are beyond proud of the young woman you are today and the hard work and dedication you put into everything you do. Your kind heart, intelligence, wittiness, and love for your family and friends is truly remarkable. We can’t wait to watch you as you embark on the next chapter of your life. We know you’ll do great things!
All our love,
Mom and Dad