Experience
wilmington SENIOR photography
The
Your photos should feel like you - authentic, effortless, full alive. No stiff poses. No fake smiles. Just real moments, real laughs, and that spark that's all your own!
We'll find a location that matches your vibe - downtown Wilmington, the beach, or a place that holds special meaning to you. Want to bring your guitar, your favorite book, or even your dog? Yes, yes, and yes! Let's capture this iconic chapter for you!
Wilmington NC SENIOR PORTRAIT SESSIONS
more than a photoshoot -
a time capsule of who you are right now.
What you'll get
A Wilmington senior photography experience designed to reflect who you are right now in this season of life. Every session is a mix of storytelling, style, and those in-between moments that celebrate what makes your story one of a kind.
Wilmington Senior Photographer
Pricing begins at $500
HIGH SCHOOL SENIOR PORTRAITS
- Clear, timely communication and guidance before, during, and after your session
- A planning call and my guide to senior pictures to help you feel fully prepared
- A super fun photo session where you get to be your authentic self
- An all-inclusive experience - no need to choose your favorites, you'll receive them all
- A music slideshow of your images
- Easy online access to download your images and order high-quality prints
- An optional virtual appointment to help you choose printed products, albums, or wall art
We’ll start with a quick call to talk through your vision, answer any questions, and make sure we’re a great fit. We’ll walk through senior portrait session options together so you can choose the collection that works best for you, and start narrowing down location ideas that match your style and vibe.
SAY HELLO!
Once you’re booked, (yay!) you’ll get access to my private client lounge - your go-to spot for wardrobe tips, session prep advice, and everything you need to show up confident and ready to shine. You’ll also fill out a fun questionnaire so I can get to know your style and any key details before the shoot. And if Pinterest is your thing, we’ll create a shared board to stay on the same page with outfits, poses, and overall vibe.
PREP FOR YOUR SESSION
Let's gooo! Get ready to laugh, move around and even be a little bit goofy! No need to worry about how to pose or what to do with your hands. I've got you! I'll guide you the whole way so you can relax, have fun, and actually enjoy the moment.
IT'S YOUR SESSION DAY!
About 2-3 weeks after your session, you’ll get an email with a link to your private gallery, filled with your awesome senior photos - ready to download, post, and share. You’ll also receive a custom slideshow set to music that’s basically made to make your mom cry (in a good way).
GALLERY DELIVERY
Your story deserves more than just screen time. All Kristin Palkoner Photography high school senior families have access to my online shop with high-quality prints, albums, and heirloom products from my professional lab. Want help deciding what to order? All sessions include a complimentary design call to help you choose your favorite images and products.
PRINT ORDERING
I was laughing the entire time and felt so comfortable! I am extremely blown away with the attention to the smallest details. These are a cool different take on the boring senior portrait. All my friends were blown away. I am so happy with how they turned out!”
"I had an AMAZING, WONDERFUL, FANTASTIC, AWESOME, CRAZY, FUN senior session with Kristin!"
-Cassie S.
HIGH SCHOOL SENIOR PORTRAITS
Kristin has completely shocked me! She is fabulous to work with! I have had an amazing experience and would 100% do it all over again!”
"WOULD 100% DO IT ALL OVER AGAIN!"
-Jordan A.
HIGH SCHOOL SENIOR PORTRAITS
You should have heard the hoots and hollers in my house when Jordan and Em saw the pictures!!! They are obsessed and I must admit that I am too. Thank you so much!
"THEY ARE OBSESSED"
-Stacy M.
high school senior mom
portfolio HIGHLIGHTS
get to know me
I was a photographer for my high school senior yearbook, and couldn't wait to get the photos back from the printer! Dating myself here, but digital wasn't a thing yet. So opening that envelope with your stack of printed photos was glorious!
I get that same feeling now when I load a high school senior portrait session into Lightroom and can't wait to start reviewing the images.
And I'm just as excited when I send off a gallery to a senior and their family, knowing they are waiting to see that email come through with a link to their images.
WANNA KNOW A SECRET? I USED TO SKIP CLASS DURING MY SENIOR YEAR TO GET FILM DEVELOPED FOR MY HIGH SCHOOL YEARBOOK.
Wilmington Senior Photography
Custom Heirloom Prints
Why Printing Your Family Photos Matters
In a world where most photos live on phones or disappear into the cloud, it’s easy to let your favorite images go unseen. I’ve seen it happen so often - seniors and their families plan to print later, but then graduation hits, life speeds up, and somehow it never happens. (Trust me - I’ve been there too.)
But this season? It deserves more than a scroll. Senior year is full of change, growth, and once-in-a-lifetime moments. Printing your photos turns those memories into something real - something you can hold, revisit, and remember.
Right now, it might feel like having them on your phone is all you need - perfect for sharing with friends or posting to celebrate big moments. But months or years from now, when you've headed off to college or started your next chapter, your printed photos become something more.
That’s why I continue to offer custom heirloom prints and albums - designed with care and delivered to your door. You don’t have to figure it out alone - I'm here to help you choose what to print and how to make it meaningful. Because your senior pictures aren’t just for today.
Let's chat!
You don’t have to have the perfect reason to reach out -maybe you’re just starting to think about senior photos, or maybe you already know you want something different. Either way, my inbox is open! Tell me what you’re dreaming up, or let’s figure it out together. I’d love to hear your ideas and help you create something that actually feels like you.
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