It’s Your Senior Year! It only happens once…
Thank you for taking the first step and reaching out to me. Now you want a bit more info before making your decision. Choosing a photographer for senior pictures is a very important decision. Just like you I want to make sure we are a good fit. So please ask me any questions you’d like!
There is an endless flood of photographers out there, ask yourself why you are drawn to my images? I believe in natural poses and being honest about who you are. I don’t see a reason to pretend and I don’t care to be popular. I simply love creating and spending time with High School Senior Boys who want to feel comfortable and want to show who they are.
Somehow this resulted in me photographing HS Seniors for 24 years and I absolutely love it!!! The only way I am able to preserve my passion is by attracting the right clients. I want to portray you in an authentic way while having fun and maybe trying something new!
In the end the images are for YOU but I also want to be proud of my work and not show the same thing over and over!
Who is CHC’s ideal Senior?
How boring would it be for a photographer to photograph every single client just smiling and looking into the camera? What does that really say about someone? Of course I do those type of shots as well but I believe there is more to you. Let’s celebrate the complexity of being YOU!
My Seniors are adventurous, open to ideas, super fun, love exploring different fashion styles, are passionate about their hobbies and life in general. Some are outgoing and some are shy at first. If you stay open minded I promise you will have the best time while capturing different sides to your unique personality.
I love collaborating with my Seniors to find out what they are looking for? Some just want to be done and get it over with ha ha but a lot of my Senior Boys are actually enjoying our photo shoot. Maybe you saw an image on social media or magazine you’d want to recreate? I am always up for anything, so let’s just talk about it…
I love to collaborate with my seniors
to create something unforgettable
“Carmen is amazing!! Her talent goes beyond her finished product! My son is not into getting his picture taken. In fact, he didn’t even want photos done.
Thanks to her personality and professionalism, Carmen was able to get Tucker to relax and have fun with the photo shoot.
The only thing he cared about was having his truck in a photo. (She had the perfect backdrop for it too!) Tucker came home from the shoot and was actually happy about how it went. The pictures were amazing!
She captured exactly who my son is! That isn’t something that can be taught. I never doubted her talent! She photographed my daughter’s senior pictures a couple years prior, which were also amazing!!!
I would highly recommend Carmen!”
Images as Unique as YOU
“My style is all about being authentic! I want to represent who you are. My photo shoots are like hanging out with a friend. I promise it’s not awkward! I pride myself in unique images no matter where we go!”
Session Options
Around Town
$350 due at time of shoot
For your AROUND TOWN SESSION we will stay local to 46307 and do your session mostly around the Courthouse Square. We will find great spots for an urban look and also a park or field close by for open skies and wind blown hair. All locations must be within 5 minutes of Crown Point.
1 hour shooting time
3 outfits
includes 5 retouched digital images
30 day on-line gallery with a la carte options
Beach/Park/Urban
$500 due at time of shoot
Although we don't necessarily have to go to the beach, we can travel a bit outside of Crown Point. Let's explore areas outside of Crown Point, such as Miller/Gary/Valparaiso/Chesterton/DeMotte. In the Fall we can go to County Line Orchard or Deep River Park. I love this session for it’s versatility.
2 hours shooting time (plan for 3-4 hours due to travel)
4-6 outfits
includes 7 digital images
30 day on-line gallery with a la carte options
Big City
$750 due at time of shoot
For your BIG CITY SESSION we can go to Chicago or even Indianapolis and explore where the city takes us. These sessions are limited and there is only about 5 spots available each year. It will take up most of the day and is the most fun session I offer.
3 hours shooting time + Travel
5 - 8 outfits
includes 10 digital images
30 day on-line gallery with a la carte options
Frequently asked questions
Q: Why should we choose CHC-Photography, Inc.?
CHC: Because I love what I do and you want a photographer who cares who you are. We will have an amazing time while creating beautiful images. I guarantee this photo shoot will be one of the best days in your life!
Q: How do we book my session?
CHC: More than likely we will book over the phone. I usually don’t ask for a retainer unless it’s for a weekend.
Q: When do I need to pay for my shoot? What type of payments?
CHC: The session fee is due the day of your photo shoot! Check made out to CHC-Photography, Inc. is preferred. Otherwise I accept cash or venmo. I can send you an invoice which can be paid via credit card.
Q: Will we get the digital photos and a print release?
CHC: I do offer digital options and have included a few images in each of my sessions. Additional images can be purchased. You will be given a print release.
Q: Will I be able to order graduation cards, large prints, canvases and albums?
CHC: Absolutely! The result of our work together will be the beautiful high end printed images you can treasure for the rest of your life.
Q: Where should we print our photos if we buy digitals?
CHC: I have a list of preferred vendors that I give my clients.
Q: What should I wear?
CHC: We will go over the details during our phone or in person consultation.
Q: Do you provide hair and make-up?
CHC: I can give you recommendations if you need them. Most of my seniors in the past already had a favorite person to do their hair or make-up. I highly recommend a slightly more polished version of how you normally look! Don’t go overboard with the make-up since I want to see YOU and not the make-up!
Q: How far will you travel for my session?
CHC: Anywhere really. I am passport ready! I absolutely love to travel! Once I know your desired destination I will give you a quote.
Q: How long does the ordering process work? How long before I see the gallery?
CHC: In the Fall it will take 4-6 weeks before I have the gallery ready since I will be on photo shoots most days. You will have 30 days to order before the gallery expires. After your first order I will keep the gallery open for additional orders. If no order is placed within 30 days, making the gallery live again will be $30. I will sent a few reminders so that shouldn't be a problem.
Q: Can I still do Senior pictures in the Spring?
CHC: Yes! During the months of April and May I do a lot of Senior Portraits. During that time the turn around is faster. I will have the gallery ready within 2 weeks and process orders right away. If you need something within 2 days there will be a rush fee of $100
Q: Do you offer payment plans and can I pay with Credit Card?
CHC: Yes I do offer that. Products, digital files, prints will be rendered once payment is received in full.
FINE ART PRINTS & PRODUCTS
(8) wallets (one pose) - $20
4x6 print - $15
5x7 print - $20
8x10 MOUNTED PRINT - $35
11X14 MOUNTED PRINT - $90
11X14 COLLAGE MOUNTED PRINT - $120
16X20 MOUNTED PRINT - $120
24x36 MOUNTED PRINT - $200
GALLERY WRAP CANVAS PRINTS starting at $120
25 double sided Graduation Cards $75
50 double sided Graduation Cards $135
100 double sided Graduation Cards $210
Customer Favorites
10 x10 Heirloom Leather Album with 25 images - $570
10 x 10 Heirloom Leather Album with 35 images - $699
12 x 12 Heirloom Leather Album with 40+ images - $1,150
DIGITAL MEDIA
1 retouched digital image - $75
5 retouched digital images - $249
10 retouched digital images - $399
20 retouched digital images - $699
30 retouched digital images - $900
Prices can change without notice!
Images that last forever
Your Senior year and Open House comes and goes but these images will last forever. I hope the fun memories of this experience will last you a lifetime. I am happy to say that most of my clients buy an heirloom album to be able to look back on this amazing experience. I believe in printed memories. Although I offer digital images, I am not taking these gorgeous images to be lost in the digital world.
Ready to book?
I am a low volume photographer due to the customized nature of my shoots.
I only take on a limited number of High School Seniors, call today to book
your appointment!
