As the Class of 2026 inches closer to graduation, seniors are stepping into the spotlight—literally. Senior pictures, a beloved rite of passage, have taken center stage as students craft portraits that reflect not just their faces, but their stories, styles, and the memories that shaped their high school years. For seniors Amara Fulton and Emma Juvinall, the experience became more than a photoshoot. It was a chance to freeze a moment in time.
For Amara Fulton, the senior picture season stretched across both sun-soaked summer days and the golden colors of fall, with three separate sessions, to really soak it all in. Photographer Anna Higham, of Second Half Photography, captured Amara’s vision—from relaxed, everyday looks, featuring jeans and simple tops, to elegant moments in white and floral dresses.
Amara took her photos in places that mattered to her: her own yard, with her car, and the vibrant landscape of Lodge Park, featuring the flowers at the Allerton 4H Camp. Each setting reflected a different part of her life, blending familiarity with natural beauty to create a gallery filled with personality and warmth.
Meanwhile, fellow senior Emma Juvinall chose the final stretch of summer for her photos, scheduling her session in late August when the season was glowing with its last wave of warmth. Her photographer, Andrea Thompson Dunlap, delivered pictures Emma says she “loves,” calling the final results nothing short of amazing.
Emma’s outfits brought a stylish flair of her personality to her photos. She wore a floral dress paired with some white boots, along with a crisp white dress paired with brown boots, creating a look that felt both fresh and timeless. She chose to have her photos taken by the flowers at Lodge Park and riverside spots there as well, giving her photos a dreamy and natural backdrop that matched her soft, classic style.
With each senior adding their own twist—personal locations, meaningful outfits, and trusted photographers—this year’s senior picture season is shaping up to be one defined by individuality. These portraits aren’t just snapshots; they’re a celebration of everything the class of 2026 has become and everything they’re about to become.
And, as caps and gowns get closer, one thing is clear: the memories captured in these photos will last long after graduation day.
Skyler Thomas, Staff Writer
thosk26@sages.us
The Sage Informer 
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