I've been talking about my model program the last few posts as it's time to choose my next group! This class of 2020 will be my 5th team and I am so excited to say that the experience has improved every year because I am ALWAYS striving to be better! Year number 5 is going to be amazing! But every year has been pretty great, and I have had the opportunity to connect with some really amazing young ladies. Nearly 50 girls that I still have contact with on social media ... that I am getting to watch go on to college and get their life started and hope that I played a small roll somewhere along the way. My team isn't about who's the most popular or the prettiest on the outside. I strive to show my girls inner beauty, and help them connect with girls they never would have known, but also to help them feel confident and gorgeous in their photos. I hope that every girl I've ever had on my team, and for that matter, the girls I have photographed who have not been on my team, know that they can come to me anytime for anything! In times where so many kids are taking their own lives and struggling to figure out where or how they fit in, it's important to know that there is someone out there who cares. I care! I'm always a text away, day or night. Don't ever hesitate to reach out.

I didn't set out to write about this, I was just going to show you one of my model's full gallery after her year of participating in every shoot she was able to ... but I started typing and that's what came out, so if you needed that, I hope you found this blog and that you either reach out and join this year's team, or just reach out in general. If you'd like to apply for my class of 2020 team just go to http://www.shawnamariephotography.com/forms/view.php?id=14  and fill out the form!

And now, I still want to show you one of my model's full galleries! I chose Katlyn's because not only did she participate in every single shoot that she could, her own personal shoot was very diverse as she is one busy girl and involved in a LOT!  I think her photos really speak for her personality <3  To see them all go to https://shawnamariephotography.shootproof.com/gallery/Katlyn  all you have to do to enter is type in your email address :)

Here are a couple of my faves from her shoots as well 

So picture day is coming and you want to look your best! One thing I have noticed is a lot of teens coming in for photos have flaky or chapped lips. I can clean them up to a point in photoshop, but your best bet is to come in with fresh, soft dewy lips, and guess what, it's not hard at all! I have a couple of great recipes to get you going! So want soft fresh lips like these? Check out these great Do it your self lip scrubs and balms!

And if you don't know where to get the essential oils for these recipes, you can get a starter kit right here! Get my Essential Oil Starter kit
 

I get asked this question frequently, and I know I share much more girl stuff than guy stuff, but that's because more girls LOVE having their pics taken. Guys mostly do it for mom! But I LOVE taking senior guys pics, and they all end up having a good time by the time we are done ... even if mom had to drag them here to start! To make your experience the best it can be, let's incorporate your hobbies! I can always come up with fun sports shots, and cars/trucks? My fave! If you tell me what you're interested in, I will find a way to incorporate it! My own son is a senior this year, and computers and video games are his thing ... I haven't done a session like that yet, but I have been thinking and thinking and can't wait to make him play! ha! He's not thrilled either, but we will have a good time! In the mean time, here are a few (er a lot ) of my favorite guy shots!  Sorry, it was hard to narrow down! SO, GUYS (Or Guys MOMS) if you haven't booked yet, what are you waiting for? Shoot me an email or give me a call or text! This email address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it. or 317-319-6045

 

Class of 2019, we are rolling right along! If you haven't booked your session yet, you might want to jump on that right now! Call me/ Text me: 317-319-6045 or email This email address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it..  If you re class of 2020, I am already taking names of those interested in my model program! If you want the info before it goes public, sign up here!  http://www.shawnamariephotography.com/forms/view.php?id=16
Once you have done that, come back here and check out Madge's session! I am going to do something I don't always do here. I'm going to show you her WHOLE session! Watch the video if you want to see it!


 
And here are a few of my absolute favorites below! We were able to incorporate lots of important things to Madge in this session, like her love of basketball and softball, and also, the lake is a place she hangs with friends, so it has meaning too! I would love to sit and plan your locations with you to come up with something that will commemorate your senior year in a fun and unique way!

Megan is a cheer leader at Eastern Hancock High School. She was looking for a session with a little bit of Urban (for her) and a little bit of Nature (for Mom) . We nailed that combination at this shoot! We started off the day with Hair and Makeup with my HMUA Amy. Then we went on our way! Megan was sweet and fun to work with and I couldn't wait to show her her images! This girl is flawless :)


 
Fall sessions with Shawna Marie Photography are booking very quickly this year. I have 2-3 dates left in Oct and 10-15 in November and THAT IS IT! If you're hoping to get in, don't wait! Get in touch with me today! 317-319-6045 or email This email address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it.

What a year! I had quite the group of seniors this past year.  Academic scholarships, athletic scholarships and just an all out great group of genuinely nice girls! I couldn't be prouder of them for all they accomplished throughout their senior year. It's not easy to say goodbye to this group! But not forever! I expect you all to come back to me when it's time for babies! (I know your parents are saying SLOW DOWN! Not yet! lol!) But you know ... when that time comes, I'm here!

Congratulations on graduating and God Bless you all! I wish you all much success in your future. I can't wait to see what and where it brings you! Keep in touch! I would love to hear from each and every one of you, and if you need anything that I can help with, be sure to ask:)    xoxo  ~Shawna

Meet Marlee from Hamilton South Eastern High School! Marlee's session was late this summer. We had a great time in downtown Pendleton and at Falls Park. There are also photos from a model shoot or two here. My models this year did a Boho themed shoot, a shoot at the Indiana State Fair and a waterfall shoot plus their own senior shoots and some headshots and a fun softball setup we did for some of them.  If you are class of 2017 I am already on the search for next year's team! It's a ton of fun and you get a LOT more photos through out the year all for about the same amount of money, so who wouldn't want to do it? If you're interested, send me an email at This email address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it. and include links to your facebook, twitter and instagram accounts. I send out invites in early February, so talk to me now! 

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