
SENIORS & GRADS
A MOMENT TO CELEBRATE
AND A STORY WORTH REMEMBERING
Genuine. Joyful. You.
Senior year is packed with deadlines, decisions, and big feelings. Graduation sneaks up fast — and suddenly, it’s over.
Whether you're a high school senior racing to meet yearbook deadlines (always juuust before the leaves turn golden — so yes, watch those October cutoffs!) or a college grad celebrating with a cap toss and a deep exhale — this session is a chance to pause, reflect, and celebrate.
You might be planning fall(ish) portraits, bundling senior photos with a spring cap & gown session, or creating something joyful to mark your college graduation — either way, we’ll shape the experience around you.
No awkward poses. No stiff smiles. Just honest, joyful portraits that feel like you.
Scroll to explore the Gallery, or jump to High School Seniors or Graduating Students sessions details.
Have questions? Please feel free to email me at nina@merklina.com or go right ahead and book a phone consultation here!
HIGH SCHOOL SENIORS
Portraits that feel like them — not just for the yearbook.

Session Features
✔ Fully Tailored – Every session is shaped around your senior’s needs, style, and schedule
✔ No Rush – We take our time to get comfortable, explore locations, and capture real expression confident look.
✔ Multiple Looks Welcome – Outfit changes, props, and location variety are all part of the experience
✔ Optional Cap & Gown Add-On – Spring mini sessions available to complete the story
✔ Online Gallery – You'll receive a gallery of lightly edited images to review. Choose your 5 favorites for full retouching and high-resolution download — included in the session fee.
✔ Cards & Announcements – Use built-in templates, or I can design custom cards (separate pricing applies)
✔ Flexible Pricing – Sessions vary in scope, so we’ll talk through what makes sense for you
Relaxed. Personal. Location-Flexible.
Sessions take place in and around Chapel Hill, Carrboro, Durham — or anywhere meaningful to your senior. We’ll choose spots that feel right, whether it’s golden hour in a field or something more urban and stylized.
can design custom cards (separate pricing applies)
Where & HOW
BOOKING
Limited Openings – Especially in Fall and Spring
Senior year moves fast. If you're thinking about portraits, now's the time to get on the calendar.
Let's start with a quick call - we'll talk through timing, style, and options.
GRADUATING STUDENTS
Cap. Gown. Gratitude. And a little swagger.

Session Features
✔ Tailored for You – Whether you're celebrating solo or with family, we’ll plan a session that fits your vibe and goals
✔ Classic or Creative – From iconic cap & gown portraits to something more candid, stylish, or location-based
✔ Bring the People (or Pets) – Want family or a best friend or two? We’ll make room for it
✔ Fast Turnaround – Perfect if you're planning grad announcements or a last-minute celebration
✔ Online Gallery – You'll receive a gallery of lightly edited images to review. Choose your 5 favorites for full retouching and high-resolution download — included in the session fee.
✔ Cards & Announcements – Use built-in gallery templates or let me design something custom (additional cost)
✔ Flexible Pricing – Graduation sessions vary in scope and setup — we’ll talk through the right approach for you
Where & HOW
On Campus, Off Script — or Anywhere That Matters Most
Sessions can take place on campus, off campus, or somewhere entirely personal. Whether you're celebrating at UNC, Duke, NC State — or simply want to mark the moment your own way — we’ll choose a setting that feels true to you.
BOOKING
✔ Spring spots go quickly — let’s get it on the calendar.
Whether you’re wrapping up undergrad, grad school, or something uniquely your own, we’ll make sure the celebration is captured.
✔ Last-minute grads? I see you.
Whether you just wrapped up your degree, didn’t get to celebrate properly this spring, or simply want a do-over — we can make it happen.
Summer availability is more flexible than spring, but still limited.
🔘 Book a Quick Call – Just 10–15 minutes to talk options and timing.
SESSION DETAILS
Timing
Typically, full sessions last about an hour, but I recommend reserving at least 1,5 hours, especially if the session includes a change of outfits
Investment
The session fee starts at $300 and depends on session requirements. The booking fee is $50. The remaining balance is billed at the end of the session
Delivery
Photos are delivered in10- 15 days via a private online gallery. The session fee covers a minimum of 5 edited digital images
Bulk Discount
Sessions often result in many good images! Should you love more than 5 photos, you will be able to purchase them additionally a-la-carte. or buy the entire gallery at a discount
From the Sessions
A glimpse at some recent portraits — seniors, grads, and in-betweens.
A glimpse at some recent portraits — seniors, grads, and in-betweens.