Books and a Dark Academia Senior Session

Books make an awesome prop. AWESOME. Anna’s first location was amazing for the look she had going on. For her second location, she chose the Grace A. Dow library and brought along dozens of books from home. You guys, it was epic! But before we hauled the books out, we took a few extra pictures of her in her beautiful and stunning green dress. Can you believe these were taken at the library? True story. There’s a patch of grass and some trees right in front of the parking lot. That’s where we took these.

Isn’t she beautiful?

A senior glances oer her shoulder while wearing a green prom dress outside in the grass | Senior Photography in Michigan

Her eyes simply light up with the color of her dress. I love it so much.

A beautiful teenager lies down in the grass with her dress underneath her | H.H. Dow High School Photographer in Midland, MI

This one got printed on a large canvas. Dreamy.

Senior girl sits in the grass while wearing a green ballgown | Midland, MI senior photographer

And these two are a couple of my faves!

A lovely senior girl stands on the grass while wearing a green prom dress | Senior Photo shoot in Midland, Michigan

Books

Anna wanted a dark academia vibe for her senior pictures, therefore we thought it was best to take them at the library. She and her mom stuffed several suitcases full of books for these next pictures. Yes, give me all the books!!! My favorite classic portrait perhaps EVER is the one on the right.

A beautiful young woman balances a pile of books on her head outside of Grace A. Dow Library | Midland, Michigan Senior Portraits

Anyone else want to plop down beside her and start reading?

A senior girl reads outside on the grass surrounded by piles of books | Midland, MI senior photographer

I love the mystery and emotion conveyed in this one.

A beautiful young woman peeks above a book | Midland, Michigan Senior Session

And we couldn’t resist stacking them and having her sit on a pile. The one on the right was her idea, and I love how it came together.

A young woman sits on top of a pile of books in front of the library | Senior Photographers near me

We took a few more in her last outfit. Those boots brought so much character!

A teen girl sits in the grass and laughs at the library | Grace A Dow Senior Photographer in MidlandA beautiful senior girl walks toward the camera in her dark academia vibed photo shoot | Senior Photographers in Midland, Michigan

Here’s what Anna said about her session with me:

“When working with Eve, you’re sure to have an incredible experience, and even more incredible photos. Her photography is truly stunning, as is the warm, welcoming environment she creates.”

Thank you so much, Anna, for the amazing session we did together. I had a blast and loved getting to know you. Best wishes for your last couple months of high school!

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Eve Tuft is a Senior Portrait Photographer based in Midland, Michigan and surrounding areas. 

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