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Top 5 Mistakes to Avoid When Planning Your Senior Photo Session

Jul 17 2026 | By: Carlino's Photography

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1. Waiting Too Long to Book 

Y'all - DO NOT WAIT until the last minute to reach out to book.

Senior year flies by, and before you know it, you’re cramming in a photoshoot between finals, prom, and graduation prep. When you book your senior photo session early, you actually get time to dream up your perfect session — outfits, locations, hair and makeup, all of it. 

BOOK NOW - SHOOT LATER

2. Only Getting the Digitals (and Skipping the Photo Products) 

In such a digital-first world, it’s easy to think that having your photos on your phone is enough. You post them, get the likes, and move on. But here’s the thing — those memories eventually get lost between screenshots, memes, and random selfies. 

When you invest in prints, wall art, cards, and heirloom albums, you’re creating something tangible — something you can hold, flip through, and treasure for a lifetime. 

Our professional printing lab takes pride in hand-crafting your books; I've gone there and seen the process. It's so fun to see how a book is made!

Watch Alison show off a few of our products :)

3. Choosing Outfits That Don’t Feel Like You 

Trends come and go, but your personality never goes out of style. 

When you book with Carlino's, Alison will talk to you about your hobbies, skills, comfort level with the public watching us shoot together, colors you feel amazing in, and what you wear on a daily basis vs going out clothes.

People text us often when they are shopping or when they get home and they lay out their clothes, shoes, and accessories all together. Alison is more than happy to offer advice as you plan.

4. Forgetting to Bring Meaningful Props 

Your senior photo session should tell your story — what you love, what drives you, and what you’ll never forget about this season of your life. 

Bring that instrument you’ve spent years practicing, your favorite book, your sports gear, or even your pet who’s been by your side through it all. These details make your photos deeply personal and unforgettable. 

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