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One of the fun perks of being on the 627 Senior Model Team is the chance to win a mini session – and Emilee, from my Class of 2026 team, decided to use hers for photos with her boyfriend, Wesley! We met at Lake Wheeler for a relaxed evening by the water. These two made […]

Emilee & Wesley’s Lake Wheeler Couple Mini Session

Couple portrait of Emilee and Wesley on the dock at Lake Wheeler

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Duke Gardens was the perfect setting for Hogan’s senior session – and his classic navy suit fit the location so well! Against the stone architecture and spring greenery, he looked polished without feeling overly formal. Hogan is such a fun, laid-back guy, and his easygoing personality came through in every part of his session. I […]

Hogan’s Duke Gardens Senior Portraits | Holly Springs High School

Holly Springs High School senior wearing a navy suit at Duke Gardens

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Addison had never had professional photos taken before her senior session and by the end, she looked completely at home in front of the camera. We started at WRAL Azalea Gardens, which was full of spring color for her April session. Addison brought a UNC Chapel Hill pennant to celebrate where she’s headed next. Including […]

Addison’s Colorful Spring Senior Pictures in Raleigh

UNC-bound high school senior celebrating her college decision

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One last post for the Class of 2026! We wrapped up their year together back in May with cap and gown photos, white dresses and their college tees. This final shoot is one of my favorite parts of the 627 Photography Senior Model Team experience. We begin the year with so much still unknown, and […]

Caps, College Tees and One Last Class of 2026 Celebration

Seven Raleigh seniors wearing white dresses and graduation caps

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When people are looking for a therapist, they’re looking for so much more than credentials. They’re looking for someone who makes them feel safe and someone they can trust. And that’s exactly what branding photography should do. When Daniela, the owner and therapist behind Centerpoint Psychology in Cary, reached out for branding photos, our goal […]

Why Great Branding Photos Tell More Than Just What You Do

jc-raulston arboretum branding session therapist among the tall trees

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