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Winter Wonderland: Seniors Portraits in The Snow.

Updated: Dec 7, 2023

There is something special about senior portraits taken in the snow. The snowy landscape provides a unique and beautiful setting that can make for memorable photos for many reasons.

The snow can create a winter wonderland atmosphere, with a soft and peaceful backdrop that enhances the subject's beauty and creates a magical experience. Snowy pics allow for a variety of looks and poses, from playful shots to more serious ones against a snowy background. The snow can also provide opportunities for creative shots, such as snowball fights or snow angels, which can add a fun and playful element to the photos.

The bright white snow can reflect sunlight and create natural lighting that can be flattering and enhance the subject's features. This can result in photos that have a soft and warm glow, with a natural-looking complexion.


Shooting in the snow allows for unique wardrobe options, such as winter coats, hats, and scarves, which can add a cozy and comfortable element to the photos while showcasing the subject's style and personality.

Senior photos taken in the snow can create a memorable and enjoyable experience for both the subject and the photographer, providing a lasting reminder of that special moment in time.


Not only are winter sports popular in high school, but they also offer excellent photo opportunities. Whether it's ice hockey, skiing, snowboarding, or snowshoeing, we can capture your winter sport memories in stunning images. But, don't limit your choices of extracurricular activities in your snow sessions to just winter sports!

Snow can create a beautiful and serene backdrop for portraits, making the subject stand out and providing a contrast to the background, resulting in stunning and eye-catching images. The snow can also create a playful and fun atmosphere for portraits, allowing for unique and creative shots, such as snowball fights or snowman building. These shots can add personality and humor to the images, creating a lighthearted and enjoyable experience.

The cold weather and snow provide unique wardrobe options for portraits, such as winter coats, hats, and scarves and layering for extra warmth. These clothing items can add a cozy and comfortable element to the images while showcasing the subject's style and personality. When choosing clothing for photos in the snow, it's important to prioritize warmth and comfort, while also considering the overall look and style of the outfit. Neutral colors such as white, beige, gray, and black can create a timeless and classic look in snow portraits. However, adding a pop of color such as red, blue, or green can also create a fun and playful contrast against the white

Snow can reflect light in a unique way, creating interesting lighting effects that can enhance the subject's features and create a warm and flattering glow, resulting in images that have a natural and authentic feel.

The snow creates a soft and peaceful backdrop that enhances your natural beauty and creates a magical experience. From playful shots to more serious poses, there are endless opportunities for unique and creative shots that you will love. The snow also provides natural lighting that can be flattering and create a warm and inviting glow, resulting in photos that have a natural-looking complexion.

Ultimately, whether or not to do senior portraits in the snow depends on personal preference and weather conditions. The experience can be enjoyable and memorable, resulting in unique and beautiful photos that capture the winter wonderland.


Capture the magic of winter with senior portraits taken in the snow! There's something special about the snowy landscape that provides a unique and beautiful setting for unforgettable photos.. Book your Winter Wonderland session today and create lasting memories that you will cherish for years to come! I will work with you to create memorable photos that showcase your style and personality while capturing the beauty of the snowy landscape.


This blog is written by Jessica Butterworth, a senior and family photographer at Behind the Shutter LLC in Grand Blanc, Michigan.


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