Season Pros and Cons for Senior Photos

As you start planning your senior portraits, you might be wondering when the best time is to take them. Is there a particular season that works better than the others?

In this guide, we take you through the pros and cons of each season to help you create a senior photo session that you love.

Fall

Pros

• There are beautiful fall colors to work with
• Enjoy cozy outfits and boots
• A moody sky makes for great lighting and backdrops

Cons

• The weather will be slightly cooler
• The weather can be unpredictable, and rain is possible sometimes

Winter

Pros

• Enjoy winter wonderland photo opportunities
• Big coats make for dramatic photos
• Take advantage of crisp natural light

Cons

• The sun sets earlier
• The weather could be really cold and miserable on the day of your shoot

Spring

Pros

• Beautiful flowers and blossoms in the trees make for eye-catching backdrops
• The weather is starting to warm up without it being uncomfortably hot
• You get to wear cute spring dresses

Cons

• This time of the year is generally busier, with prom and spring break

The weather could still throw some rain into the mix

Summer

Pros

• Longer, warmer days give you more time to schedule your shoot
• You can schedule your shoot before the school year starts
• More location options to choose from
• More outfit options to choose from

Cons

• Shoots scheduled for later in the day can be really hot
• There is a higher probability of rain

Now that you’ve read through these pros and cons, you probably know which season is right for you. Be sure to book your senior photo session sooner rather than later to ensure you can secure a spot during your favorite season on a day that works for you.