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high school senior girl sits in tall grass holding her knees while posing for senior portraits with Jen White Photography

Senior portrait season has a way of bringing out the best planning energy in people. Outfits get picked weeks in advance, locations get scouted, and Pinterest boards overflow with ideas. But when it comes to senior portrait hair and makeup tips, that part often gets figured out the night before. But a little advance thought […]

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Senior Portrait Hair and Makeup Tips: What Actually Shows Up in Photos

Seniors

A mother holds her young daughter while walking in the ocean at Cape Kiwanda Oregon with her other 2 daughters
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Figuring out what to wear for summer family photos feels simple until you’re standing in your closet the night before, second-guessing everything. Does this top work with what the kids are wearing? Is white too bright? Will these shoes survive a ten-minute walk to the location? I hear these questions all the time, and I […]

What to Wear for Summer Family Photos in the Willamette Valley

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A mom hugs her son at a family photo session in the Oregon mountains at a photo session with Jen White Photography

One of the questions I get most often is: how much do family photos cost in Oregon? And right behind it: what does the process actually look like? If you’ve been googling around trying to piece together an answer, I’m glad you landed here. It’s such a fair question — and one that can feel […]

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How Much Do Family Photos Cost in Oregon? | Jen White Photography

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High school senior poses at Heceta Head Beach for senior portraits with Jen White Photography
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One of the most common questions I get is: how much do senior photos cost in Oregon? It’s a fair question—and an important one. The answer depends on what you’re looking for. I’m writing this post to break it all down and answer the questions that usually come up. And if you’re still wondering about […]

How Much Do Senior Photos Cost in Oregon

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High school senior in a golden field with mountain views at a photography session in Oregon

If you’re a junior or senior in high school (or the mom who just opened seventeen browser tabs trying to figure this out), you’ve probably realized that booking senior photos involves a lot more questions than you expected. Where do you even start? What does the process look like? My third son is currently a […]

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What It’s Like Working With Me | Albany Oregon Senior Photography

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High school senior in black dress walking through a golden grassy field
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If you’ve been searching for a senior photo location that feels genuinely Oregon without travelling too far, I have a spot you’re going to love. It’s got wide open views, beautiful green trees, grassy fields, and just about the best climbing tree in the world. It’s one of my family’s favorite places, and I’m so […]

Senior Photos at Fitton Green — The Most Beautiful (and Underrated) Spot Near Corvallis 

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3 sisters pose in front of the cherry trees in Salem Oregon at Spring mini family photo session with Jen White Photography

If you’ve been going back and forth on booking, especially when you’re looking for spring mini family photo sessions in Salem Oregon or trying to find affordable family photos in Albany, Oregon, this post is for you. I’ve Been That Person Too I’ve been a price shopper when it comes to photography (and I sometimes still […]

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Quick & Beautiful Spring Mini Sessions for Families in Salem

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A young woman walks at Coquille Point on the beach
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Last week, a senior flew in from Texas with her mom for the weekend so we could take her Oregon Coast senior photos. She wanted something a little different than what most of her friends were getting back home, and Oregon definitely delivered. We spent about an hour exploring the beach together, taking photos in […]

Oregon Coast Senior Photos: Best Locations, Outfit Ideas, and Planning Tips

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2 boys run on the beach at Cape Kiwanda during Oregon Coast Family Photos

The Oregon Coast is one of the most beautiful places in the Pacific Northwest for family photos. With dramatic sea stacks, wide sandy beaches, and constantly changing skies, the coastline creates a stunning backdrop for relaxed and meaningful family portraits. These sessions on the Oregon Coast are often less about perfect posing and more about […]

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Oregon Coast Family Photos: Best Locations, Outfit Tips, and Planning Your Beach Session

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Family laughing together during Oregon spring break family photos on a windy beach
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Spring break is nearly here — and it’s the perfect opportunity for updated family photos. If you’re wondering how to fit a photo session into your break without adding more stress, take a deep breath and let me help. It doesn’t have to feel chaotic. With just a little planning (and the right mindset), your […]

Spring Break Family Photos Without the Stress

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