The Des Moines Senior Photography Experience
Senior year is a once-in-a-lifetime moment, and every session tells a different story. Take a look through some of my recent Des Moines senior photography sessions below.
Des Moines Senior Photography Galleries
THE SENIOR EXPERIENCE
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The transition from high school to young adulthood only happens once.
Senior year is such a special milestone, and it really does go by fast. Between school, activities, and everything else going on, it’s easy for senior photos to feel like just another thing to figure out.
That’s where I come in. I make the entire process simple, fun, and completely personalized so your senior can feel confident and genuinely enjoy the experience.
From helping with outfits to guiding them through natural poses (and even bringing along a pop-up changing tent for privacy in the middle of downtown), I’m there every step of the way.
The end result? Beautiful, timeless images that feel like them, and that your family will love for years to come.
THE PROCESS
1. Get in Touch.
Reach out on my contact page and we’ll schedule a quick call so we can get to know each other and start planning your session.
2. Plan Your session.
We’ll meet either in person or via Zoom to go over everything together so your session feels easy and stress-free. From choosing the perfect locations to coordinating outfits and planning the overall look and feel, we’ll cover it all!
3. Enjoy your session!
On the day of your session, you can relax and have fun! I’ll guide you every step of the way (you won’t have to wonder what to do with your hands) so you feel confident, comfortable, and completely yourself.
4. Choose your favorites.
About 2 weeks after your session, we’ll meet for your Ordering Appointment where you’ll view the proofs in a custom slideshow and I’ll help you select your favorite photos. Together, we’ll design artwork that fits your home and your style, whether that’s an album, a wall portrait, or a custom collage.
Most families choose a collection that includes both digital images and printed artwork, and I’ll guide you through everything so it feels simple and stress-free.
5. Receive Your Order.
Once everything is finalized, your order will be professionally produced and personally delivered, ready to be enjoyed in your home for years to come!
If you’re ready for a personalized, stress-free senior photo experience, let’s start planning.
What families are saying
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![Young woman in a yellow dress standing in a field of yellow flowers during sunset, with a tree and a river in the background.]()
"Wendy did an outstanding job as the photographer for my daughter’s senior pictures, making her feel at ease and capturing her personality beautifully. The session was fun and relaxed. She understood and delivered exactly what my daughter envisioned; the final photos exceeded our expectations. We were so impressed with her previous work on our family portraits that we hired her again. Thank you, Wendy!"
Stacey P., Des Moines, IA
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![A young man with brown hair wearing a dark blue zip-up jacket and khaki pants stands in a field of tall, dry grass under a cloudy sky. He looks to the side with a contemplative expression.]()
"Wendy did a fantastic job! We had her take our son's senior pictures and a few family pictures as well. She had some great ideas for poses and location. We had a very hard time picking as there were so many great shots. I would highly recommend Wendy if you are looking for a photographer."
Lorrie R., Adel, IA
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![High school senior girl wearing a green boho styled dress in a grassy field in Des Moines, Iowa.]()
"Wendy did an excellent job with my senior photography session! She was so prepared with different lenses, poses, lighting styles, and locations and I absolutely LOVE the photos!! She helped me feel comfortable in front of them camera, which made the session so much more fun. I would highly recommend her to anyone needing senior pictures!
Alexis, Class of 2025
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![Senior guy sitting on stairs next to a brick wall in central Iowa.]()
“Wendy is amazing and makes the whole process easy. I always find it overwhelming to select pictures for print or to put in an album. She has done both of our sons’ senior pictures. She meets with you to help you narrow down your selections and I know I can trust her from there to arrange the album perfectly to tell our story. I highly recommend Wendy - you will not be disappointed!”
Kristyn A., Council Bluffs, IA
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![Senior girl wearing white sweater with arms crossed by colorful tree with red berries.]()
"Wendy took care of us in every way and treated my daughter as though she were taking pictures of her own daughter. I couldn’t help but notice how much she cares. As caring, gentle, and thoughtful as Wendy is, her photography may be even more extraordinary. We ended up with so many beautiful pictures that it was nearly impossible to choose ‘the one’, but there was one that was so stunning I know we will be happy to have it on our walls for years."
Chris M., Urbandale, Iowa
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![Senior guy wearing gray suit with blue and pink striped tie with hands in pockets.]()
"My son is an introvert and was not keen on having senior pictures. Wendy was PERFECT for him as she met with him and gave him a chance to share his vision. This made him comfortable and the execution of this vision with Wendy’s care and professionalism led to beautiful keepsakes that will last a lifetime. I love the products that will last and are easy to display and enjoy."
Rilee N., Urbandale, Iowa
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![Senior girl in purple shirt sitting on wooden bridge in central Iowa.]()
“I started this process not knowing where to start or how to proceed for a senior photo session. Wendy kept us on track and informed for the whole process. My daughter doesn't like having her picture taken and was not an easy, typical senior session. Wendy went above and beyond to make sure my daughter was comfortable and having fun. I was blown away with Wendy and her commitment to my daughter and her photos! She should be your first stop for any photos!”
Robin J., Ankeny, Iowa
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![A young man with blonde hair smiling, standing with arms crossed in front of a dark gray wooden wall, wearing a blue checkered shirt, navy bow tie, and beige pants.]()
"Wendy did an amazing job with our grandson's Sr. pictures. She helped him feel comfortable and at ease so his poses were relaxed and natural. The only hard part of the whole process was picking our favorites. Thank you Wendy!"
Nikki W., Grimes, IA
Heirloom Artwork
Someday soon your baby will be graduating and moving on.
Off to college. The workforce. The military. Getting their first apartment.
A beautiful portrait on the wall will help it seem like they’re just a little bit closer.
From stunning framed wall portraits to heirloom albums that you can flip through on those days when you miss them the most, let’s decorate your home with artwork that celebrates your senior and all they’ve achieved.
PricinG
Collections begin at $1300
A $325 Creative Fee is due at the time of booking to reserve your session. This includes your session, a pre-session style and planning consultation, professional image preparation, and your personalized ordering appointment.
Digital images and artwork are NOT included in the Creative Feeand are purchased separately after your session. Most families choose a collection that includes both digital images and printed products, and I’ll guide you through all of the options so it feels simple and never overwhelming.
I offer a curated selection of custom artwork including heirloom albums, framed prints, and gallery-wrapped canvases—designed to be enjoyed in your home for years to come.
I can’t wait to hear from you!
Senior year is such a special season, and your photos should reflect that. I’d love to work with you to create a personalized, stress-free experience from start to finish.
As a general guideline, most families invest between $1800 and $4000+ on custom artwork and digital images.
I’ll walk you through every step so you feel confident choosing what’s right for your family.
I’d love to hear more about what you’re envisioning!
~ Wendy
