Eve Tuft is a Photographer specializing in Senior Photography in Michigan in the cities of Midland, Bay City and Saginaw

Sunshine and Fields Senior Session

July 29, 2021

Sunshine makes such a lovely element in senior pictures. While I do love an overcast senior session, sunshine adds its own special touch and has a place in my heart. Last time, I blogged about Ellyana’s first half of her session in Downtown Bay City. And what a location! We had overcast light there, which made some locations there easier to photograph. I was really hoping for sunshine when we made it out to the nature center. And Mother Nature delivered.

These first two are when the sun was still deciding on whether or not it wanted to make an appearance.

Senior girl poses in front of a barn at the Chippewa Nature Center outside | Michigan Senior Photographers

I just love this dress on Ellyana. One of my favorite parts of planning out each session is seeing what my seniors choose to wear. Their wardrobe plays a big role in how their pictures come together, and even on how I choose to pose them.

Beautiful teenage girl poses outside in the sunshine for her senior pictures | Senior Photographers in Midland, MI Senior girl poses for headshots outside in Midland, Michigan | Photographers near me in Midland

Ellyana knew she wanted this next dress for being in the fields with the gorgeous wildflowers all around. And adding on a jean jacket added variety to her outfit. Hello, sunshine! We’re so happy you decided to show your lovely face for this senior session.

Senior girl in wildflowers in the sunshine at the Nature Center in Midland, MI | Senior Photographers in Michigan

Ellyana’s smile is incredible, and she is so easy to pose. Look how natural she makes everything appear!

These final two are some of the favorites from the entire evening.

Here’s what Ellyana said about her session: “I absolutely loved working with Eve for my senior pictures!! She was really good at talking me through poses and making me feel comfortable in front of the camera, which helped make smiling and posing feel natural 🙂 She was also really helpful when deciding on outfits and locations for my session, and I loved every product we purchased. I would absolutely recommend her to anyone looking to have their senior pictures done!”

Thank you so much, Ellyana! I wish you the absolute best for your senior year and beyond. <3

Downtown Bay City Senior Session

July 14, 2021

Downtown Bay City now has my heart. I’ve never taken pictures there before this session, and I honestly hadn’t even thought of doing so. My only other session in Bay City was at the state park, but that location is completely different than this one. Ellyana requested this location specifically, so I went out there a week before to scout out potential locations.

And boy, did this city deliver.

In fact, there were so many good places and alleyways in Downtown Bay City that we were rushing by the end to fit them all in before we made our way back to Midland! Anyone else want to have a session here? 😉

As you can see in these pictures, Ellyana’s smile is one in a million. I can honestly say that her soul is the same.

I love how just looking at these pictures fills my heart with so much joy!

Ellyana also brought her saxophone to her senior session, and it was fun getting it in the pictures next to the theatre.

This next set are my personal favorites from Downtown Bay City. Ellyana is wearing her late father’s tie in them. This sentimental piece adds so much meaning into these, and I am so glad she brought it with her.

Did I mention how windy it was on this day? Never fear a windy day. That movement is incredible in pictures when you learn to work with it.

The alleyways and vines and brick walls just keep getting better!

And I have all the heart eyes for this specific location. I really think Ellyana’s white shirt really stood out well in front of this wall.

Next time, I’ll share with you the second part of Ellyana’s session which took place at the Chippewa Nature Center. See you then!

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A Red Bridge at Dow Gardens

May 27, 2021

A red bridge. Who thought of that color at Dow Gardens for the bridges and railings there? I don’t know, but it is stunning when used in senior pictures. I’ll show you what I mean in a bit.

Luke was my last senior for 2020, and it was a great last session. Last time. I blogged the first half, and Luke brought his violin. I love it when my seniors bring props and instruments. We stayed at Dow Gardens for the whole session. Really, it made for an easy time! And I don’t think I’ve ever had such a laid back, chill session.

Look at how photogenic and natural Luke is in front of the camera. He made my job easy.

And the fall foliage was at its height during this week. Summer sessions might be the most popular here in Midland, but I am such a sucker for senior sessions done in the fall.

I’m pretty sure this next smile came when I asked him to tell his mom he loved her. Since I know this family from church, I can honestly say that I love her too. 🙂

There is more than one red bridge at Dow Gardens. This here is the railing that leads up to one, and that pop of red is divine in these!

This next one? A favorite. Luke’s smile and natural pose, the fall leaves and colors, that blue shirt. Ah, I love it.

I did promise a red bridge, did I not? These last ones are my favorites of the whole session. And Luke brought his A Game for sure.

MIC DROP.

Luke, you killed it! Thanks for such an awesome and chill session.

I’m now booking sessions for the class of 2022. Spots are filling up, and I only have a handful of available sessions left. Are you ready to book your session? Contact me, and together, we’ll make photographic magic.

My Last Senior Session of 2020

May 13, 2021

My Last Senior Session of 2020 took place in October. I feel like I’m ready to be done with sessions by the time late October rolls around. The weather is colder. There is less light. And I really look forward to celebrating the holidays with my family.

Luke was my last senior for the year, and we went out on a bang. (I know him and his family from church, and they are incredible. I feel so blessed to know them.) And what a perfect senior session this was! Luke is such an amazing guy, and the session with him was so chill and laid back. He chose Dow Gardens for his session, and we stayed there the whole time. My seniors get to choose up to two locations for their session, but sometimes it’s nice to just stay at one location for the entire time. And really, Dow Gardens is such a great spot if you’re only going to choose one.

Luke showed up wearing this perfect outfit and even brought his violin. Look at what a handsome guy he is! And that color is seriously perfect for him and for the season and colors. These were taken right outside the main entrance to Dow Gardens.

I’m a sucker for shots with instruments. I love that my last session of the year included one!

Luke’s smile is simply the best.

This picture down here? One of my favorite senior pictures ever. Since it was October, we grabbed those golden leaves in our shots, and they added just the right hues for these pictures.

I can’t wait to show you the last half of his session next time! Luke and those red bridges make for a killer combination.

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City Forest in the Fall

April 22, 2021

City Forest in the Fall

City Forest in the fall is simply spectacular. My family and I only just discovered all the trails in City Forest when we were socially distancing last spring. If you haven’t had time to explore all the little biking trails, definitely check them out. While it’s beautiful any time of the year, City Forest in the fall completely knocks it out of the park. And guess what? This is only the third session I’ve ever done at City Forest. Maybe this year I’ll have even more seniors choose this location.

Last time I blogged, I showed you what the first half of Nicole’s session looked like. We went to Dow Gardens, and the leaves were beautiful there as well. She knew she wanted to get the gorgeous fall colors, so I suggested we also go to City Forest. She agreed. And this is what we got…

Outfit 1

First thing I’m going to say is that this sweater of her is perfect for this location and season.

And would you looks at those colors. Oh my. This portrait of Nicole on the left is one of my faves EVER. She’s stunning, and that foliage in the background is perfection.

Nicole’s mom searched high and low for the perfect leaf to use in this shot. When it has a smattering of different colors on it, it’s called ‘variegated’. I didn’t know that until this senior shoot!

City Forest in the fall comes through again. And Nicole’s smile could not be any more dazzling.

Outfit 2

In addition to her blue sweater outfit, Nicole also brought this adorable outfit. After a quick outfit change, we found a few other spots. This session turned out amazingly! Those catchlights in her eyes are brought to you by my reflector and the help of Nicole’s mom.

And I’ll always take a picture with mom if she agrees. Two beautiful women, inside and out.

Here’s what Nicole’s mom had to say about the senior session:

“We were so excited to book Eve for Nicole’s senior pictures! Eve has a natural ability to make everyone feel comfortable. Eve spent time with Nicole beforehand understanding what was important to her. That made a big difference on the day of our session and made everything feel very natural. Eve’s attention to details and light brought out the best in every picture. We are thrilled with Nicole’s senior pictures! They are a beautiful and lasting treasure of this significant time in her life. Thank you, Eve!”

And here’s what Nicole said:

“Eve made my senior picture experience so wonderful! I was very comfortable through the whole session and felt she really was able to capture my personality. The pictures turned out beautiful and I am so glad she was able to take my senior pictures. I wish I could give more stars!”

You two are wonderful, and I had such a good time with you both!

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