Introducing Alessia
Meet Alessia, a field hockey-playing high school senior with a love of architecture and beautiful real estate. Alessia’s senior portrait session was a beautiful blend of natural beauty and architectural grandeur, taking place at some of her favorite places: the stunning Lake Norman in Charlotte and the iconic Duke Chapel in Durham.

Alessia’s classic style was perfectly complimented by the captivating surrounds of Lake Norman during her senior portrait session.
Nature meets Elegance in Alessia’s Senior Portrait Session
Alessia wanted to make sure that her senior portrait session had a bright and airy, refined, feel with an elegant ‘country club’ aesthetic, and wanted to feature some of her favorite backdrops, like the impressive Duke Chapel. We loved marrying her ideas together and creating a collection of senior portraits that featured the best of North Carolina’s quintessential southern charm, and contrasting lush greenery and manicured flower gardens with the classic and imposing architecture of Duke Chapel, all while keeping Alessia at the center of it all.
Strolling around Lake Norman
We began Alessia’s session at Lake Norman, where Alessia has grown up visiting her family. With its serene waters, captivating flower gardens
and peaceful atmosphere, the Lake glittered in the background of Alessia’s senior pictures and provided a beautiful backdrop to her refined outfit choices. Alessia’s graceful poses and natural beauty harmonized perfectly with the Lake’s gardens and tranquil backgrounds. We made sure to capture some portraits of Alessia strolling through the towns that surround the Lake too, to add depth and dimension to her senior portraits, all while honing in on the southern charm of the area.

Whether posing in front of the imposing Duke Chapel or Downtown around Lake Norman, Alessia’s senior portrait session showcased her favorite places.
The Architectural Grandeur of Duke Chapel
Next, we traveled to Duke Chapel in Durham, closer to where Alessia lives, where the stunning architecture provided an imposing backdrop for Alessia’s senior pictures. The intricate details and towering spires of the chapel added a sense of grandeur to the session, emphasizing Alessia’s sophistication and elegance. Each shot was intentionally crafted to reflect the essence of this remarkable location, blending Alessia’s classic style with the chapel’s own.
Be You, With Us
At My Friend Teresa Studios, we aim to provide a senior portrait session that is both unique and memorable. Alessia’s session exemplified our commitment to capturing the essence of each senior. By incorporating the natural beauty of Lake Norman and the refined elegance of Duke Chapel, we created a stunning collection of portraits that authentically reflect Alessia’s personality and style, and that her family will treasure for years to come.
Check out behind-the-scenes of Alessia’s senior portrait session here:
Why Choose Us?
Choosing the right senior photographer is essential for creating a keepsake out of this significant milestone in your child’s life. At My Friend Teresa Studios, our professional expertise, artistic vision, and dedication to personalizing every session to each senior’s individuality and interests set us apart. We focus on creating an enjoyable and one-of-a-kind senior portrait session, ensuring that your senior pictures aren’t just a reflection of who your child is, but are a collection of their favorite moments, too.
Springing Forward: Alessia’s Next Steps
As Alessia prepares for her next adventure, her senior portraits will serve as a cherished reminder of her high school journey and achievements. We are thrilled to have been part of this special time in her life, capturing images that she can look back on with pride, long after she has finished high school. If you’re looking for a senior photographer who will celebrate your child’s unique essence and accomplishments, look no further than My Friend Teresa Studios.

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