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Senior Spotlight – Elizabeth! 🎓 Lyman Hall Class of 2025! A few weeks ago, I had the pleasure of meeting up with Elizabeth at Hammonasset Beach for her senior session. The beach is such a perfect location for senior photos, with its calming atmosphere, natural rocks, and tall grasses that create an amazing backdrop, no […]

Earl | Cheshire High School Class of 2025 I had the pleasure of meeting up with Earl at his home for his senior session, and right away, I knew this was going to be a memorable shoot. Earl wanted to feature his pride and joy, his “baby”—a 1983 Chevrolet truck—in the photos, and let me […]

Senior Spotlight: Michael A few weeks ago, I had the pleasure of meeting up with Michael for his senior session at Hammonasset Beach. This location is always one of my favorites for senior sessions, with its beautiful mix of sandy shores, rocky outcrops, and scenic paths. The setting, combined with the perfect light, created a […]

Senior Spotlight: Peter | Lyman Hall High School, Class of 2025 Where do I even begin with Peter? Not only is he my neighbor, but he’s also like family. I’ve known him since he was a newborn, and it’s been such a joy to watch him grow into the incredible young man he is today. […]

Senior Spotlight: Danica | Sheehan High School Class of 2025! When Danica reached out to me about her senior photos, she knew exactly where she wanted to go—Castle Craig and Hubbard Park. After meeting Dani in person, it became clear why this location was perfect for her! The setting’s natural beauty matched her vibrant personality, […]

Senior Spotlight: Noah | Lyman Hall Class of 2025 A few weeks ago, I had the pleasure of meeting up with Noah and his family at Hammonasset Beach in Madison for his senior photo session. It was one of those picture-perfect, warm summer afternoons—the kind of day that makes you want to hold onto summer […]

Ellie & Petey | Class of 2025 | Hammonasset Beach Senior Session I recently had the pleasure of photographing twins Ellie and Petey, Class of 2025, at Hammonasset Beach. It was a perfect day, and we had so much fun exploring the area and capturing this special milestone in their lives. As with all my […]

It’s incredible how time flies, and with the warmer weather in the forecast and only a few more months left of this school year, its time to open up the calendar for the class of 2025 seniors! Senior year brings a mix of emotions for both parents and students alike. Choosing the right photographer for […]

A one-year portrait session is an exciting milestone for both parents and their child. Here are some things you can expect during a one-year portrait session with Christy Mitchell Photography: This is a playful and interactive session a celebration of the first year! At this age, children are usually very active and curious about their […]

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