Celebrating seniors with portraits that are epic, breathtaking, unique, priceless, fun, vibrant, artistic, memorable, adventurous…

authentically YOU!

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It’s so much more than a photoshoot!

**Gorgeous Images that Build Confidence**

"I was the kid at school who never got a good picture taken because I always looked just awkward. I had never felt so comfortable in front of a camera before now, the whole time of my session was full of laughter and fun. I LOVE MY IMAGES.” -Sydney

**Top Quality Finished Heirloom Products**

*“The final product is absolutely amazing and I will treasure it always.”* -Christy

Full Service from planning to Finished product!

Don't feel overwhelmed about:
what to wear, which images are the best, where to print, or how to display them.

All sessions get my personal attention from planning to delivery including:

• A pre-session style consultation and collaboration

• A welcome magazine with tips to help you prepare

• An in-person image reveal and product design ordering appointment

**PARENTS, Imagine…**

still seeing your beautiful kids’ faces every day, even after they have moved on.

parents and seniors want different things.

Parents want beautiful, timeless portraits to cherish forever.
Seniors want drool worthy, trend-setting images to share on social media.
Everyone wants a fun, stress-free experience.

You don’t have to compromise!

**Web Galleries for Social Media**

are included with all 3 step custom collections.

how will I ever decide?

Selecting the best images can be a daunting task and has probably led you to analysis paralysis after past photo sessions. My ultimate goal is quality over quantity and finishing your beautiful images in print so you can enjoy them every day. As an experienced photographer, I have a trained eye for selecting the most striking images. Together at your ordering appointment, we will choose the very best of the best images to tell your story. Then I’ll help you design the perfect display.

I’ll handle the finishing. All you’ll have to do is breathe a sigh of relief and enjoy this last moment of childhood!

**Yeah, guys love it, too!**

“Before the first session Mason was extremely nervous and informed me he was only doing this for me. Very soon after the first session started, he looked at me and said this is kinda fun! You made all of us laugh and feel totally comfortable. We just want you to know how much these photos mean to us. You were so much fun and we look forward to another session in a few years. Thank you Barbara!!!!”
-Tracy

I’m a mom, too.
trust me, I get it!

Senior year is bittersweet for both seniors and parents... As a mom of three boys, I understand how fast time flies. In 2020 I saw two of my boys graduate! One from college, one from high school. It’s full of firsts, lasts, laughs, and even a few tears. I understand how important it is to hit pause and appreciate how far they've come.

I also understand how hard it is to talk some kids (*cough, boys!) into cooperating for a good picture! As a professional photographer with a decade of experience, I've learned a thing or two about how to get everyone past their nerves and excited for pictures. Don't worry, we'll have fun getting the shot you want.

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What’s the process?

We start with an in person consultation to go over session and product options. Need help with choosing what to wear? I’m here for that as well.
Designed to be authentically you on location or in studio.
After your shoot, we will get together to select the best of the best images and design your products.

HOW DO WE GET STARTED?

Hit that book now button and fill out the form
I’ll be in touch for a free consultation to see if we are a good fit
If you think it’s as fantastic as everyone says then we get you booked!

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what everyone else is saying…

Testimonial Gallery

“It was so good to see my girl smile, laugh and just have some fun. She was on cloud 9 with excitement, she even talked about how comfortable she was!!” - Monica

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“So glad we had Barbara Neely Designs take my daughter’s Senior Pics! Barbara is so fun to work with! She’s a very creative photographer and made my daughter feel at ease. The final product is absolutely amazing and I will treasure it always. I’m already looking forward to more photo sessions with Barbara in the future!”

-Christy, Carley's mom

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This was an amazing experience from start to finish. My son still had his braces and she was able to remove them in the picture without it looking awkward. It still looked so natural. You would never know!! We absolutely loved the pictures- every single one of them. The only WARNING I have is that you will listen to some great music while you look at these amazing pictures and that will cause all the memories of the last 18 years to flood in, which will cause your eyes to leak all over. We loved every minute!! I highly recommend Barbara Neely Designs!

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Best photos we've ever had taken!! A++++ all the way!! The quality of the final product is unbelievable!! Great photo sessions and very fun!! - Krista

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“I wanted the best for my daughter Dally Ty senior pictures... I am in awe of the way Barbara calms their nerves, can talk them through poses...they will come out of their shells, that totally makes them look like they have been modeling for years and years... She captures their personality, their heart, and their souls.

It is the best you could ask for! TIME you can never get back, you will cherish these pictures for the rest of your life! She has captured it ALL!” - Tonia

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I'd highly recommend Barbara Neely Designs...!! She is fantastic to work with! If you have a great photographer like her, you don't have to worry about getting the perfect picture. It's just going to happen. I don't know how we're ever going to pick!! Even though it was a long night, it was a fun experience!!

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I recommend Barbara because she is an amazing photographer and person, she is full of spirit and is passionate about what she does! She is extremely fun to work with and allows us to be ourselves and captures who we truly are! - Dally

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… we are so happy with the pictures. With everything going on with Covid you gave us something that we will forever cherish…I will send everyone I know your way for their picture need…You are amazingly talented and you truly have passion for your craft….

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“everything looks Absolutely Amazing! We couldn't be more pleased with Bethany's photos. We appreciate everything, thank you so much.” - Sandy

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“Kinsley's pictures are more than we could have hoped for. We are very pleased with our experience. Thank you for going above and beyond in this crazy year and time. We will recommend you anytime the opportunity comes up.” - Rhonda

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“They look amazing! You did a great job capturing Jaden at her best. We were very pleased with the entire experience.” - Amanda

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“Seeing any idea I had brought to life and made better than I could’ve imagined” - Olivia

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“… Squad has helped me make new friends! I got so many amazing pictures…” - Brandi

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“…You made me feel so good about myself!” - Emilia

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“I absolutely loved the creativity of the different poses and how high quality the pics were.” - Betime

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“I loved how every shoot you made me feel beautiful and captured the real me.” - Shelby

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“It’s so easy going! I loved the different styles of shoots we could choose from.”
- Kelsey

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What Bailey Loved about her senior pictures

“(I loved) …literally everything! You were so easy and fun to work with.” - Bailey

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Terri's review of Amber's senior session

The images are AMAZING!! … you captured her personality so perfectly!I am going to recommend you to everyone I know! I have been so impressed with your attention to detail and willingness to answer any questions we threw at you. We were nervous about choosing the right outfits, props and location and you were there every step of the way with ideas and suggestions.

-Terri, Amber’s mom

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I would definitely recommend Barb to everyone! Barb gets to know you which helps her create images unique to your style. She is so fun and is never afraid to try something new. I wanted a photographer to capture my personality and Barb did exactly that! She listened to what I liked and based her images around this.

-Emily

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I absolutely love everything you did to make my pictures and experience the best ever!I would pick you a million times again!I will cherish them forever!
-Madison

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An amazing day and even more amazing photos! Truly pictures of a lifetime, everything was absolutely perfect! Barb exceeded all expectations, from the hair/makeup session with Carol, continuing on to pictures, to preview and design of the images, and ultimately delivery of our photo package, she was amazing to work with!!! I have told her, and anyone who will listen, THERE IS NOT ONE THING! we have reservations about with our experience! Sr portraits only occur 1x in a person’s life, why not get the best?!?!

-Tim, Madison’s dad

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Words cannot adequately express how I feel about these images! I knew they would be good, but these go beyond every expectation that I had! I’ve said this before, anyone can take a picture, many have the ability to take good pictures, but it truly takes someone special to do what you have done over & over again!

-Lori, Katie’s mom

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SUPER FUN. You made every session so much fun. I never wanted to quit shooting, no matter how hungry I was. I love everything that you did I can’t thank you enough!!

-Hallie

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You made it comfortable, fun, and very easy for Avery to be herself. We loved the way you showed us pictures during the shoot so we could see what they were looking like. It was an amazing experience all around!

-Angela, Avery’s mom

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Not only has she completely enjoyed this experience, she had gained confidence from it. We are so thankful for you and what you captured in our Sydney. The images show her at her best, but they still look like my Sydney, which was very important to us.

-Angie, Sydney’s mom

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I was the kid at school who never got a good picture taken because I always looked just awkward. But these sessions were so much fun and all the awkwardness and fear I had felt completely melted away. I had never felt so comfortable in front of a camera before now, the whole time of my session was full of laughter and fun.

I LOVE MY IMAGES. I couldn’t have wished for anything better because they are so amazing!

-Sydney

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Tracy Reviews her Experience with Barbara Neely

Before the first session Mason was extremely nervous and informed me he was only doing this for me. Very soon after the first session started, he looked at me and said this is kinda fun! You made all of us (including Lauren) laugh and feel totally comfortable. We just want you to know how much these photos mean to us. You were so much fun and we look forward to another session in a few years. Thank you Barbara!!!!

-Tracy, Mason’s mom

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Top quality!!!! Professional! Barbara caught the inward and outward beauty of Ragan.

-Marty, Ragan’s mom

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You made Mariah feel like a star. You gave us exactly what we've been wanting out of senior pictures. They are stunning! I am still jumping up and down with excitement over our images. You truly have given us a gift that will last our lifetime. I couldn't be more happy. You make my heart smile!

-Shannon, Mariah’s mom

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how much?

*Modern Studio Session
$100 creation fee
30 minutes in the studio
$350 minimum order on a la carte prints or Create Your Own Collection
Essential Session
$200 creation fee
1 hour on location
$700 minimum order on a la carte prints or Create Your Own Collection
*Ultimate Session
$300 creation fee
2 hours on location
$1400 minimum order on a la carte prints or Create Your Own Collection
*Adventure Session
$400 creation fee
3 hours on location
Great if you want to include those epic sports shots!
$2000 minimum order on a la carte prints or Create Your Own Collection
Bounceback Sessions
$100 creation fee
Perfect for doing a BFF session, cap and gown, snow day, etc.
1 hour on location (local only)
Only available as add-on to Ultimate or Adventure session.
*Modern studio senior sessions are complimentary if the Ultimate or Adventure Session is booked before April 1.
Location fees may apply if permits are required or travel is farther than 30 miles from 65705.
A La Carte
Wall Portraits begin at $280
Desk print collections begin at $375
Albums with 20+ images begin at $1425
Create Your Own Product Collection (Saves 20% on a la carte)
Includes an album, wall portrait(s), desk prints and a web gallery for social media is included. Beginning at $1485.

YES! Payment plans are available.

f.a.q.

YES! About half my seniors opt for multiple sessions to get different looks, seasons, locations and themes. We will meet for an order appointment after each session to select images and design your products. Once we've completed all your sessions and made your final image selections your order will be sent to print.
YES! A parent or guardian is required at your session. Friends are always welcome as well. They can help with wardrobe and keep you relaxed, they can even pop into a few shots with you. Families will not be photographed on senior sessions. Please schedule a separate family session.
YES! You can absolutely split your order up into payments. Nothing is ordered or delivered until payment in full is received. So, if you think you'd like a payment plan it's best to start making payments as soon as you book.