When most people think of senior pictures in Kansas City or Des Moines, they picture parks, downtown streets, or fields at golden hour. But studio senior sessions offer something just as powerful — and sometimes even more elevated. Here’s why seniors love them: Rainy spring?Freezing winter?Midday summer heat? We’re good. The studio is always ready. […]

A step-by-step look at our Kansas City & Des Moines senior photo experience If you’re a Kansas City or Des Moines high school senior (or senior parent) starting the search for senior photos, welcome — I’m so glad you’re here. At maggieGphoto, senior photography is about more than just great photos. It’s about creating an […]

One of the biggest questions Kansas City high school seniors ask when planning their senior photos is where to take them. Should the session feel natural and outdoorsy, or bold and city-inspired? The truth is, there is no right or wrong answer. Both nature and urban senior photo locations offer completely different vibes, and the […]

Senior year is already full of expectations. Grades. Plans. Decisions about what comes next.Senior photos should not be another box to check. At maggieGphoto, we believe senior sessions should feel like a true reflection of who a senior is, not a copy of what they think senior pictures are supposed to look like. That is […]

I’ve known Dawson for a long time and have photographed him a few times during family sessions over the years. But this time? Senior photos. And wow, getting to document this season of his life felt extra special. We photographed Dawson’s senior session at Brenton Arboretum in Des Moines, and the fall color showed up. […]

Every once in a while, a senior session feels like stepping straight into a storybook… and Mattea absolutely brought that energy. I swear she sprinkled a little bit of fairy dust everywhere she went — the magic at this session? Off the charts. We wandered through Antioch Park in Kansas City, soaking in the changing […]

Cameron’s senior session had everything I love about photographing high school seniors — personality, variety, and a whole lot of heart. We kicked things off on his family’s property just outside Des Moines, which was the perfect backdrop for classic portraits with a personal twist. I always say the best locations are the ones that […]