Our Process

As a photographer, my personal philosophy is that nobody should be photographed by a stranger. This is why I take the time to meet with all my prospective clients in person before they book. Every senior is unique and I take the time to create the experience and the photo gallery that reflects that. What also sets our studio apart is that our clients get to SEE their photos before purchasing the ones that speak to them. Pretty neat, if you ask me.

High school senior girl on the beach in Galveston
  1. Consultation

We begin with a chat at our studio in Clear Lake, Houston to design the perfect senior session for YOU.

We will discuss:

  • locations

  • outfits

  • hair & makeup

  • what to bring

  • posing

  • and everything else that helps you prepare!

You will also receive a Welcome Package with lots of information for your senior pictures.

2. Photo Session

The fun day! Your photo session will last about 1.5 hours and we will cover several locations within your selected area.

3. Ordering Appointment

Within a week or less we will meet at our studio, where you will see your senior photos on a large screen and choose how you want to display them.

All of our collections include your complete digital gallery and a range of high-quality print products, such as albums, graduation cards, and gift prints. We print with top quality labs accessible only to professional photographers.

High school senior girl in graduation cap and gown in Houston

4. Delivery

Pick up your print order in 10 business days or less. Your digital images are available within one day after the ordering session via an online gallery.

The Cost

The session fee is $150 and includes:

  • Senior session consultation and design;

  • On-location session time;

  • Unlimited outfit changes;

  • Multiple locations within your selected area;

  • An in-studio session reveal and ordering appointment.

The session fee is non-refundable and does not include any print or digital photographs. At the ordering appointment, you'll have the chance to choose and purchase the images that speak to you.

Our collections start at $895 and include a full digital gallery with 30-40 expertly retouched images, as well as a variety of print products. Ordering a la carte is also available for full customization

What our clients are saying

  • “ALINA WAS OUTSTANDING, EVERYTHING WENT AMAZING. She helped me to feel comfortable and confident taking my pictures and it shows in the pictures. For the photos themselves... they were incredible, I love them so much and would highly recommend!”

    Lizzie, senior

  • “OUR EXPERIENCE AT SPARKLING BAY PHOTOGRAPHY WAS OUTSTANDING. Alina is a professional that not only made the photo shoot easy but fun as well. The finished product is amazing.”

    Christie, parent

  • “I ABSOLUTELY LOVE SPARKLING BAY PHOTOGRAPHY! I have used Sparkling Bay for both of my daughters and absolutely love all of their pictures! We get so many compliments on them! Picture perfect! Bonus- Alina made it stress free and fun!”

    Laurie, parent