We are so excited that your senior photo session with Elite Photography is just around the corner. It’s a huge moment — a time to celebrate everything you’ve achieved and all the amazing adventures ahead. As your go-to Cincinnati Senior Portrait Photographer, we’ve put together a checklist of what to do two weeks before your session to help you feel 100% ready before your big day!!

1. Finalize Your Outfits

Now's the perfect time to go through your wardrobe. Choose outfits that make you feel amazing and represent different sides of your personality. Think classic, trendy, sporty, and elegant — the more variety, the better! Make sure everything fits well, is clean, and wrinkle-free. Don't forget about shoes and accessories!

Pro Tip: Bring a few backup options too, just in case you change your mind the day of.

2. Schedule Beauty Appointments

We want you to look and feel your best, and a little pampering goes a long way! Now is the time to:

• Get a haircut or trim (so it has time to "settle")
• Schedule a manicure (neat nails make a big difference in close-ups!)
• Plan your brow waxing or shaping
• Book a trial run for hair and makeup if you're working with a stylist

3. Confirm Details with Us

We’ll reach out, but feel free to check in with us too! Double-check your session date, time, and location. If you have any special ideas, props, or locations you’re dreaming about, let’s chat and make sure we have everything ready to make your vision come to life!

4. Practice Your Poses

We’ll guide you every step of the way during your session, but it can be super helpful (and fun!) to practice a few poses in front of a mirror. Notice how your smile feels most natural or which angles you love most. Confidence shines on camera!

5. Hydrate and Rest

Beautiful skin starts from within. Drink plenty of water, moisturize your skin daily, and try to get good sleep leading up to your session. Trust us, your future self will thank you when you're glowing in your portraits.

6. Gather Personal Items

Think about anything meaningful you’d like to include: sports gear, musical instruments, favorite books, your dog (yes, please!). Personal touches make your Cincinnati Senior Portraits even more special and unique.

7. Get Excited!

This is YOUR time to shine, and we are so honored to capture it. Your senior portraits should be a celebration of who you are right now and the incredible journey ahead. We can't wait to laugh, pose, and create magic together.

Spots are filling up fast for the Class of 2026! Now is the perfect time to reserve your senior session and get one step closer to portraits that truly celebrate YOU. We would be honored to tell your story through vibrant, stylish, and unforgettable images