Our Senior Team New Year’s Eve session is always one of the most fun shoots of the year, and this one did not disappoint.

A New Year’s Eve Senior Photo Session Held Over Christmas Break

We hosted this session at my studio over Christmas break, which made it easy for the girls to stop by in between family time, travel plans, and all the busy holiday things. One of my favorite parts about this session is that it is very relaxed. Girls came and went throughout the day as it worked best for their schedules. There was no pressure to stay for hours or rush through anything. Everyone got to enjoy it in a way that felt fun and easy.

This New Year’s Eve session is all about celebrating how far these girls have come during their senior year and getting them excited for what is ahead. There is something really special about marking the end of one year and the beginning of another with photos. Senior year moves fast, and moments like this help slow it down just enough to enjoy it.

Sparkly Dresses and Cozy Pajamas for Senior Pictures

For this session, each girl brought two outfits. The first was a dressy or sparkly look that felt perfect for New Year’s Eve. Think sequins, black dresses, gold details, and all the fun party vibes. The second outfit was cozy pajamas. We love ending the session in PJs because it reminds everyone that senior year is not just about looking fancy. It is also about friendship, comfort, and having fun together.

Glitter, Laughter, and Real Senior Year Moments

One of the highlights of the session was the glitter. We threw it. We tossed it. We blew it out of our hands. Yes, it got everywhere. And yes, it was totally worth it. There is something about glitter flying through the air that instantly makes people laugh. Those moments led to some of the most joyful images of the night. Real smiles. Real laughter. Real memories.

Because this was held over Christmas break, the energy felt extra light and happy. School stress was on pause. Everyone was relaxed. The girls hyped each other up, cheered each other on, and had the best time watching their friends step in front of the camera. These are the kinds of moments that make the Senior Team experience so much more than just photos.

If you want to see the behind the scenes from this session, you can watch the reel on Instagram here:

Behind the Scenes Fun at our New Year’s Eve Team Session

Why Senior Team Photos Throughout the Year Matter

What I love most about this New Year’s Eve session is how it fits into the bigger picture of the Senior Team year. Being on the team means photos throughout the entire year, not just one session. Each shoot tells a different part of the story. When you look back at the images all together, you really see the growth, confidence, and joy that builds over time.

Earlier this year, we kicked things off with our Fourth of July session. That one was all about summer fun and celebrating the start of senior year. You can check that session out here:

FOURTH OF JULY SESSION

We also had our Senior Jeans session, which is always a favorite. It is simple, classic, and all about letting each girl’s personality shine.

SENIOR JEANS SESSION

Another highlight was our Christmas Senior Team session. That shoot captured such a sweet and meaningful season during senior year.

CHRISTMAS SESSION

We also spent time on the farm and by the pond in the canoe earlier this year. Those sessions were perfect examples of how each shoot can feel completely different while still telling the same senior story.

FARM SESSION

CANOE SESSION

Looking Back at Last Year’s Senior Team New Year’s Eve Session

One of the coolest things about the New Year’s Eve session is getting to compare it to last year’s team. Every group is different, and every year brings new energy. If you want to see how we celebrated New Year’s Eve with last year’s Senior Team, you can read that blog post here:

LAST YEAR’S NYE BLOG POST

Celebrating Confidence and Friendship During Senior Year

As a photographer, sessions like this remind me why I love what I do. These girls are becoming more confident, more comfortable with themselves, and more willing to celebrate who they are. Watching that happen over the course of the year is such a gift.

New Year’s Eve feels like the perfect time to pause and celebrate. Celebrate the friendships. Celebrate the growth. Celebrate making it through senior year one season at a time. This session is not about perfection. It is about fun, connection, and remembering this season exactly as it felt.

If you are a junior and dreaming about a senior year filled with moments like this, keep an eye out. Senior Team applications will open before you know it, and I would love to walk through an entire year of memories with you too.

Here’s to glitter, pajamas, sparkly dresses, and the countdown to what comes next. Senior year is something special, and this New Year’s Eve session was the perfect way to celebrate it.