Seniors
Senior photos, just like so many other things in the era of “share and compare”, have morphed into quite a spectacle. I’m not into displays of grandeur that don’t actually have anything to do with YOU.
My hope for you as you step into that vulnerable space in front of my camera is that you feel comfortable with me and confident in who you are. Will it be a little bit awkward at first? Yeah, it likely will. But I'll ensure you get comfortable enough to open up and shine. I want to know what makes you smile, and laugh, and feel like the best version of yourself. Bring a friend or family member (or both!) with you! The more the merrier.
I can’t wait to show you just how beautiful you really are.
Full galleries available upon request.
Dear one, stand your ground. Cultivate the earth around you. See what grows there, what blooms. Adjust accordingly in each season. May hearts flourish around you. May you feel vitality under your feet. May you know, you belong.
- b.oakman
“I went into the experience of getting my photos taken feeling flustered and nervous. I didn’t really know what to expect, and I’m not one to be super comfortable in front of a camera. As soon as my session began, Haverlee eased my nerves, and we laughed and talked and created. It was a wonderful experience. I knew she would be able to bring out my inner beauty, but my pictures exceeded way beyond any expectations I had. She is extremely talented and personable and comfortable to be around. If you are wanting something different than what you see everywhere else, choose Haverlee. She will listen to your vision and bring out who you are and create magic with you.”
- Madeline, class of 2019
Senior Pricing
CLASSIC SESSION - STARTING AT $650
Pricing includes one hour at the location of your choice in the Des Moines area and your online gallery of high resolution images to download, print, and share.
Each additional half hour is $150.
Average session for girls is 90 minutes.
Number of outfits and locations are completely up to you! I’ll chat with you about your vision for your photos and can recommend the time frame to allow us to carry out that vision.
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“Haverlee was wonderful during my daughter’s senior pictures! My daughter was nervous getting started, and Haverlee gave her so much confidence! The ideas she had and the risks she took equaled phenomenal photographs. Haverlee is an extremely talented photographer and a joy to work with. ”
- Taryn M.
One week, you two!! 🤩 I’ve been looking forward to this one since I got their very first email. She’s a school psychologist and he’s a graphic designer. They love art and food and nature. It doesn’t *really* matter if you’re into all the same things as your wedding photographer but I sure love clicking with my couples like I do with these two. Their wedding is going to be a laid back party and I cannot wait to photograph their joy.
Taxes are done. Web site is updated. The weather is mellowing out. I’m itching for busy season to begin. Every job has pros and cons. The best thing about this job is the cons list grows smaller with every passing year. 🥹 I’m really grateful.
None of us moms anticipate a wedding day involving our own children. But let me tell you, it is the most special thing in the world. 🥺 I joke that I wish everyone could experience a second marriage. It was such an honor to photograph my friend’s wedding. A February wedding is ideal for one reason - a honeymoon to Mexico in February. 😉 Andrea looked absolutely stunning and I’m in love with this first portrait of her.
I’ve been working on getting more galleries on my site and I knew I wanted to feature Anna & Jacob’s wedding day. It always stands out in my mind as a favorite. I took inspiration from their heartfelt ceremony and we had my sisters read poetry at ours. I remember Anna saying for so long they’d kept their love to themselves but they were ready to share it with others. That feels like a beautiful reminder of why we have weddings in the first place. We want to gather our loved ones in one place, and we want to honor the love we share with our partner publicly. They did it in such a beautiful way.
Their wedding is now on the gallery page of my web site if you’d like to see more, including the moment Anna dropped her skirt and shocked Jacob with her jumpsuit underneath. ☺️
Photo assistant: @seth.missiaen
Venue: @mainframearts
Hair & Makeup: @lemonheadhairr
Florals: @indie.floral
Reception snacks: @thecheeseshopdsm
Coordinator: @just1jen
Good morning. It’s a dreary freezing Monday. I hope these photos give you a tiny dose of joy. This shoot was the highlight of my February so far. 😌 So sweet to watch this family grow. Baby Simon is a fluffy haired dream.
Photographing love and life in Des Moines, Iowa and beyond.