Young woman leaning on a pool table holding a billiard ball, surrounded by colorful billiard balls.

 

the focused lens seniors

 

This Is. Your Moment.

 

slow down.  this is the last year to capture the moment.

 

SENIOR YEAR GOES BY IN AN INSTANT.

SLOW DOW.  MAKE THE TIME. THESE PORTRAITS MATTER


EVERY SENIOR PORTRAIT EXPERIENCE IS COMPLETLY CURATED AROUND THEM.

NO COOKIE-CUTTER SESSIONS HERE.


REMEMBER THIS SEASON FOR THE REST OF YOUR LIFE.

Elegant script logo reading We See You with tagline Portraits That Reveal Your Story Til Now on white background.
Young man in black suit standing arms crossed on brick path before grand white-columned Southern mansion.

The Experience

  • CONSULT - We listen to you, the Senior.  What makes you, you.  We ask lots of questions to really understand you as a person.
  • CURATE - This is where the fun begins.  We brain storm ideas with you. Pick out, or heck even custom design clothing, and make sure everything works together for your dream photo shoot.
  • CREATE - The magic starts here. We take all the ideas and build out your sessions, the locations, the time of day, colors, tone of images and even down to particular lighting.  Nothing is left to chance.
  • IN PERSONAL IMAGE SELECTION - Yes, you read that correct.       You'll come back to our gallery and select all your images and how you want to use them.  You'll decide which is your favoriate that is  turned into wall art.  Which images are printed and matted for display in a beautiful American Walnut folio box.
  • CUSTOM GRAD CARDS - You'll get to select which images go on your Grad Cards, what wording is used and even the look & feel.
  • CELEBRATE - You'll get Brag Books full of your images to give away to the Grandparents, and favorite aunts and uncles.  Mom and Dad can have one  for the office.  But the grand portrait is reserved for your home; to remind Mom and Dad of this incredible time.
BOOK YOUR COMPLIMENTARY CONSULT HERE

Why select Daphne Blount - The Focused Lens Portraits?

Senior year goes by fast, and your portraits are one of the only things that will still be around long after it's over. That's why picking the right person for the job matters so much. Don't just look for someone with a nice camera, or someone that edits "trendy". Look for someone who wants to know your story before they ever take a single photo.


The best senior portraits don't look stiff or fake — they look like you, laughing, confident, and completely yourself. A great portrait artist will ask about your style, your hobbies, and what makes you you before building your session around it. At The Focused Lens, that's the whole point: we don't just take your picture, WE SEE YOU. And what we create together becomes something your family keeps for years to come.

A young Black woman in a flowing gray strapless maxi dress stands gracefully in a lush green forest clearing.
A redhead woman in a fantasy steampunk costume walks through a dark enchanted forest.
A man in a cowboy hat leans against a lifted black Ram truck in a golden field under a blue sky.
Female basketball player sits on court surrounded by balls, tossing one up toward hoop in purple gym.
A musician in black attire plays trumpet outdoors at night, leaning against a stone building wall.
Young woman in floral dress sitting on ornate stone pedestal, black and white urban photography.
Young woman in varsity jacket number 26 stands by a lake at sunset with fountain and dramatic cloudy sky.
A young cowboy in a black hat and jeans stands before a herd of black cattle at sunset.
Man with glasses holding a book in a black and white bookstore library setting.
Golfer completing a full swing on a lush golf course surrounded by pine trees under a clear blue sky.
Young redhead man in blue shirt and tie posing confidently against dark gray studio background.
Woman in black corset and sheer robe poses dramatically on red rose petals against dark crimson backdrop.
Young female softball player in blue pinstripe jersey poses confidently by chain-link fence with dramatic smoke effect.
Young woman in a light green mini dress smiling on a tree-lined road in a sunny outdoor setting.
Woman in black suit with arms crossed stands confidently before a circular light backdrop.
Person standing in front of a Whataburger restaurant holding a drink cup in a parking lot.
Woman in olive green dress standing on rocky shore by a river with trees in background under cloudy sky.
Black and white photo of a muscular man standing on a scale in front of an AIRLINE sign backdrop.
A bass fishing boat speeds through a misty river surrounded by trees, creating dramatic water spray in golden morning light.
Young tennis player jumping mid-air while serving on an outdoor court at dusk.
Young man in gray suit poses confidently in upscale brick bar with chandelier and circular mirror backdrop.
Woman in flowing burgundy gown stands on rocks by a rushing river at sunset with lush green trees behind her.
Smiling woman in pink scrubs holding a stethoscope, posed against a vibrant pink background with spotlight effect.
Young man in denim jacket and jeans stands beside a black and white Border Collie dog on gray background.
Person tossing a basketball beside a white Honda Insight sedan under highway overpasses at dusk.
Young blonde woman leaning against a light blue wall outdoors holding a denim jacket casually.
Young boy sitting on a teal bench beside a rustic bathtub planter against a green brick wall.
Teen boy sits on a box surrounded by dramatic smoke and military soldiers in an action-themed senior portrait.
Ballerina in red tutu performs an arabesque on pointe in an urban underpass setting.
Young woman with vibrant red pigtails in a black dress leans against a stone column outdoors.
Young brunette woman relaxes in a leather chair holding an iced coffee drink against a wood wall.
Smiling young woman plays air hockey in a colorful retro arcade game room.
Elegant woman with dark wavy hair and bold red lips poses in a black strapless top outdoors.
Young Black woman with box braids poses in a dramatic pink tulle garment against a gray backdrop.
Red-haired woman in ripped jeans and yellow tee reads a book against a turquoise brick wall.
Smiling brunette woman in a light blue dress sits in a vibrant field of pink wildflowers.
Blonde teen girl in a blue denim jacket holds a milkshake at a classic American diner counter.
Young woman in floral off-shoulder dress posing outdoors at golden hour near rustic building.
Smiling woman in black gown holding clarinet before stained glass windows.
BOOK YOUR COMPLIMENTARY CONSULT HERE
Photography client information form with Daphne Blunt business cards and pen on desk.

01 - CONSULT

A COMPLIMENTARY 60-minute visit to ouR gallery to learn about your family.

PLEASE, BE OUR GUEST.

Client intake forms, framed photos, pen, crayon, and candy bowl on wooden desk.

02 - CURATE

EVERY DETAIL IS THOUGHT ABOUT DURING COLLABORATION WITH YOU. DESIGNED AROUND YOU.

Woman views a framed oil portrait of a woman in red dress among weeping willows.

03 - CREATE

THE SESSIONS. THE EDITING. COLORS, OIL EMBELLISHMENTS, SOLID WOOD FRAMING. ALL CREATED WITH YOU IN MIND.

Sony mirrorless camera with telephoto lens, paint tubes, and brushes on wood surface.

04 - CELEBRATE

CELEBRATE YOUR WALL ART AS YOU WALK PAST IT EACH DAY. REMINISCE OVER PORTRAITS IN YOUR BEAUTIFUL LEATHER ALBUM.

HOW IT WORKS?

4 EASY STEPS TO BEAUTIFUL PORTRAITS

CLICK HERE TO SEE THE "HOW IT WORKS" DETAILS
READY TO START YOUR PORTRAIT EXPERIENCE?

YOU ASK.  WE ANSWER

How much do senior portraits cost?

Detailed pricing and financing options provided during the consultation, as all family and senior sessions are custom designed around the family/individual. Wall art is specifically curated to fit the walls of your beautiful home. With that in mind, sessions start at $450 with our happiest customers spending an average of $3,500.00.

Do you offer packages?

We do. We have 3 pre-built packages for seniors. Each includes wall art, leather bound album(s), brag books, and grad cards. Our most popular packages includes American Walnut hand-made folio boxes that stores up to 30 mat high-glossy prints, multiple albums, and desk easels for Dad's desk.

How far in advance should I book Senior portraits?

BOOK THEM NOW. In order to provide a highly customized experience, we limit how many seniors we take a year. We photograph year round.

What should I wear?

Most seniors need 3 sessions to fully document their Senior Year. With each 60 - 90 minute session, each senior can bring 3-4 outfits.


Most have a casual/dressy session, which includes the cap and gown. Another session is usually reserved for the sport or hobby. And many Seniors also select a studio session to get that fashion look.


Either way, we work closely with you to select outfits for each session.


A few "Don't Do These" tips.


NO TANNING, self-tanning, spray tanning, or any type of tanning products for 1 week before the session.


NO TATTOOS, piercings, or body modifications 2 weeks before the session. Trust us on this one.

How long are the senior sessions?

Most sessions are 60-90 minutes long and up to 3 outfit changes.

Do you include digital images?

Yes, we include a social media sized digital image used in every product ordered. On average, most Seniors receive about 40-60 images depending entirely on the number of sessions.

How long does a session last?

All sessions are 60 minutes.

When is the best time to schedule a session?

We photograph sessions all year round! Of course, here in Louisiana, May through September can make outdoor sessions a little… sweaty. If you'd rather stay cool, our private studio is always an option.

And because we don't rely on natural light alone, we aren't limited by the clock.

So whether you’re dreaming of an outdoor session, a studio experience, or something completely your own, there’s really no bad time to tell your story.

What products and artwork do you offer?

  • Framed Master Heirlooms: these are digitally hand painted, printed on canvas, then hand embelisshed with oils/acrylics to highlight the portrait giving it a old master look.
  • Framed Traditional canvas prints
  • Framed HD Metal prints that are as glossy as car paint.
  • Framed Fine Art prints on rag paper that is luxuriously soft
  • Sizes range from 50X60 to 16X20
  • American Walnut Folio boxes with display windows that store 20-30 prints.
  • Handmade, thick page, leather bound albums with multiple cover options to select from.
  • Soft bound Brag Books to give away to grandparents, family and friends rather than 5X7 prints that get lost.

How many pictures will we receive?

Typically, each Senior has 2-3 sessions. With each session, approximately 20-30 images are produced. During the In-Person Reveal Sesssion, you will select which images to use on wall art, in albums, in folio boxes, and on other products. You will receive a digital image of each of the images used in products and they will be sized perfectly for social media platforms.

Yes, we do portraits different and get asked quite a few questions.  


Here are a few general questions about Daphne Blount - The Focused Lens Portraits.



If you need more specific answers about other topics, click below to see our full list of all FAQs.

READ ALL FAQs
Young girl in Bulldogs sweatshirt sits on grass before clothesline displaying blue and white school uniforms outdoors.
Young man in floral shirt and jeans poses confidently against a weathered urban wall with brick window.
Blonde woman in purple satin dress poses against teal wall with glass block window under dramatic blue and pink lighting.
Five-star Google review praising Daphne's senior photography services for capturing personality and exceeding expectations.

Katherine Eagles

High School Senior Mom

Five-star Google review praising portrait photographer Daphne for capturing unique personalities in senior and family photos.
Five-star review praising professional senior portraits and headshots, highlighting a personalized photography experience.

Niccole Robinson

High School Senior Mom

Laura Robbins

High School Senior Mom

Kind Words From Our Customers

 

BE OUR GUEST AT OUR PRIVATE GALLERY

 

Let's craft memories that last a lifetime

 

BOOK YOUR NO-COST CONSULTATION

 

~ In order to protect our client's experience, consults are by appointment only ~

 

WE DON'T STAND AGAINST TECHNOLOGY:  We use it everyday.

WE DON'T STAND AGAINST SOCIAL MEDIA: It connects people.

WE STAND AGAINST FORGETTING: Against assuming there will always be another opportunity.

Against believing today's ordinary moments aren't worth preserving.

WE BELIEVE THEY ARE

 

THE FOCUSED LENS PORTRAITS - PHILOSIPHY ABOUT PORTRAITS