Michelle Menard Photography:
The Ultimate Senior Photography Experience
Welcome! You're starting your Senior year with big dreams and nothing to prevent you from achieving them, the adventure of life awaits! You are unique, creative, brimming with talent and so much potential. This is a moment in time you will want to remember and choosing a photographer to capture this time in your life is an important decision.
I welcome you to look around, get to know me a little better, and learn about my passion for Senior photography.
I look forward to getting to know you too!
The most rewarding part of Senior photography is capturing your story IN THAT MOMENT! The transition of a high school Senior is an amazing and unforgettable time in your life. This year will fly by so let's stop time and freeze these moments together so you can look back on them for the rest of your life!
My goal is to always make each session unique to you and fun so you fall in love with the images with create together. I want to know more about you and all your interests so your personality shines through with every click of my shutter. It doesn't matter how many Seniors I have photographed, NOT ONE is the same as another, and your photographs shouldn't be either! I love the process from start to finish ~ from initial consultation and meeting, learning about my Seniors' passions and aspirations, to the day of the shoot and then through the design process I'm there every step of the way.
I take a highly personalized and full-service approach to my Senior portrait photography - I like to collaborate with you on unique locations, you get a Senior Style Guide jam-packed with preparation tips and ideas, and I offer premium print products that are custom designed to meet every budget. I love it when you bring friends, family, and pets to your session, and I equally enjoy if you decide to go it alone and we have more of a one-on-one approach.
No one is you, and that is your superpower!
What Sets Me Apart?
Unlike many photographers, I limit myself to the number of bookings I take so that I can offer the highest degree of attention and service. My style is timeless, true-to-life tones and vibrant colors. I love the challenge of finding creative inspirations in any setting and location, I'll do almost anything to get "the shot"! Every image I deliver is hand-edited for consistency within your gallery, I don't batch edit or use presets, I want you to look like yourself ~ not orange, desaturated or plastic. I LOVE getting my Seniors published in national magazines, it is so exciting to be able to give kudo's for all the hard work your put into your sessions.
Top 200 Images of 2024
Senior Year Magazine
On the Cover
SeniorSzn Magazine December 2023
Featured Photographer
Senior Luxe Winter 2024
Published & Featured
The MMPSeniors Experience
Here's the thing, so many people show up stressed to a photo session. That is NOT what I want to happen. Instead, this should be a time for you to have fun and be yourself. If you're an introvert and don't want someone in your face, I get it! I'll give you the space you need and ease you into the whole photo thing. I'll guide you along the way (prompts verses poses!) and we'll have a memorable time with beautiful images to prove it.
Unique Locations
Each location is unique, just like each of my Seniors! You can be as casual or edgy as makes you comfortable. You can be surrounded by friends or go it alone ~ it's all about YOU and what makes you YOU! Every image will reflect your tastes, your interests, and show your spirit and authenticity.
Book a Session with Me!
I don't try to be everything to everyone: 100% of my work is with Seniors. Not only do I want to capture your memories, I want your session to be a memorable experience! I take pride in planning fun, memorable, amazing sessions for my clients.
The number of sessions booked during the season are limited because I believe in taking no shortcuts, and that takes time. Less clients for me means more time and attention for you.
My style is classic, timeless, true to life colors that show off the amazing you!
FAQ's
What if it's bad weather the day of my shoot?
I pride myself in being flexible and communicating with you right up to the last minute concerning the weather. I leave time in my calendar for weather reschedules. The only conditions I cancel in is rain or extreme wind, your shoot will go on if it's a cloudy day.
What kind of gear do you use?
I shoot with several different Nikon full frame & mirrorless bodies and have a full range of Nikkor lenses in my bag with focal lengths from 17mm up to 500mm. Prime lenses are my absolute favorite go-to's!
Do I have to order prints through you?
Absolutely not! I offer digital pricing packages. The only caveat to printing yourself: I, unfortunately, cannot guarantee color correctness of the prints. I work with high-quality, professional labs and my monitor is calibrated to their printers which in turn produces beautiful and accurate prints and printed products.
What kinds of products do you offer?
I offer a full line of premier products designed to meet the needs, wants, and budget for all of my clients. Products are offered as al la carte options and I love creating custom keepsakes such as albums, collages, and wall art collections.
How many friends, outfit changes & props can I have?
I place no restrictions on how many friends, family, outfit changes or props.
How long does it take to get my gallery of images?
Preview gallery delivery can range from a few days to two weeks depending on the time of the year. Summer and Fall is by far the busiest time and I work very hard to get images to my clients as quickly as possible because I know how excited they are!
What are my payment options?
I accept cash, check, Venmo and credit card