Western Styled Photo Workshop at the Pine Moore Old West Studio in Blanco, Texas Since Summer is my slower season for photo sessions, I like to keep an eye out for creative opportunities just for myself. While checking the classes on Precision Camera’s calendar, I spotted the “Western Photography Workshop with Robert Backman.” Behind the Scenes at the Western Photography Workshop It seems to be offered yearly and is described as such: “Howdy sharpshooters! Join Robert Backman, Westcott and Canon at the Buggy Barn Museum’s Pine Moore Old West Studio in Blanco, TX for some creative lighting ..read more

Want to get out of town your Senior Year? See below for some Road Trip ideas out of Austin.  Texas is big  – but there are plenty of fun places to visit just a few hours drive from Austin. From cities to state parks to beaches, you have lots of options only a few hours drive from home. So grab your friends, hit the road and visit some of these fun sites below. “If adventures will not befall a young lady in her own village she must seek them abroad” -Jane Austen Inks Lake State Park, Burnet, Texas 1.Burnet, TX (54 miles from Austin) Only about an hour’s drive from Austin, visit Bu ..read more

All about volunteering as a teen in Austin, Texas When you’re in High School, volunteering is a great way to: Give back to your community Develop new skills Meet like-minded peers Bolster your college applications “Volunteerism is the voice of the people put into action. These actions shape and mold the present into a future of which we can all be proud.” -Helen Dyer Austin has plenty of volunteering opportunities – ready to match what you’re most interested in. Whether you need service hours to graduate or just want to help out on causes you believe in, see below for a list of places in A ..read more

Practical Tips on navigating a stressful Senior Year of School It’s your last year of High School, and your schedule is full of school deadlines, social activities and decisions to make about your future. You may also have a job and extracurricular activities to fit in as well. How can you stay calm and navigate the pressure and stress you are feelling? Here are some practical tips to help manage these busy times. ORGANIZE YOUR TIME – Keep track of all your commitments and break your tasks into smaller steps to make it feel more manageable. And say “NO” to extra obligations if your calendar ..read more

Post Senior Year Summer Bucket List in Austin, Texas It’s the summer after your Senior Year and you’re leaving Austin to head off to college. What would you put on your Summer Bucket List to enjoy the last few months at home before moving away? See above for some suggestions of what I’d miss most leaving Austin.  I’ve also created a blank template if you’d like to fill in your own answers. _______________________________________________________________________________________ Please contact me if you’d like to book a photo session in Austin, Texas. Explore more portrait sessions on my ..read more

You just turned 18 and want to register to vote in Austin, Texas?  With all the exciting milestones that happen your Senior Year of High School, don’t forget one that will have a lasting influence for the rest of your adult life. Remember to: REGISTER TO VOTE!  If you fulfill all of these qualifications, go online and fill out your application in just a few minutes. Visit the:  TEXAS VOTER REGISTRATION ONLINE APPLICATION  You’ll need your Texas Driver’s License Number or the last 4 digits of your Social Security Number to sign up. You’ll also need to know your County of ..read more

Summer morning photo session in East Austin artspace When one of your best friends comes to town with her kids, even if the temperatures are humidly hot, you make time for a photo session. So while this family was visiting Austin from Boston, we squeezed in a kids-only photo session between their schedule of eating tacos, seeing extended family and going swimming. We met at the fantastic artspace in East Austin, the Sekrit Theater. I had sent them some sample photos taken at that spot before we met up, so they knew which backdrops were their favorite – and we could prioritize where to shoot ..read more

Want to add some friendly competition to your summer outings? Why not create a summer tournament to find your favorite of your favorites. I’ve created some sample brackets on how to match up different summer activities in Austin. My topics include water parks, frozen desserts, indoor play places, indoor sports and parks nearby with water.  I’ve also created a blank document in case your family would like to save, print out and then use their own category for summer fun.  There’s only eight weekends left of summer until school starts again in Austin. Why not use this framework to ..read more

Summer morning family photo session at Bull Creek District Park This was my ninth year donating a family photo session to the Viva Gullett Elementary School Auction. This bid winning family requested an outdoor nature setting that was “still green in June” for their backdrop. After sending them some scouting photos, we picked Bull Creek District Park. Recent rains meant the creek was flowing and the kids could have fun splashing around. If you have kids who like to climb trees and fence posts and don’t mind getting wet – Bull Creek is a great location to use for your own family photos.  ..read more

Looking for fun family-friendly ideas on how to beat the heat during our Austin summer? Save a copy of each of my Indoor and Outdoor Activities checklists below and get ready for triple digits in style. All suggested locations linked HERE.  _______________________________________________________________________________________ Please contact me if you’d like to book your own photo session in Austin, Texas. Explore more portrait sessions on my blog. Interested in Booking a Photo Session? Contact Me ← Previous Post More From This Category Austin Summer – Ideas List Jun 2, 2024 L ..read more