
Your senior year is a once-in-a-lifetime milestone,
and your portraits should be just as unforgettable.
This is your moment to celebrate who you are, express your individuality, and create timeless images that tell your unique story. At Clara Bella, we believe your senior portraits should be more than just beautiful photographs. From planning the perfect outfits and locations to guiding you through every moment of your session, we're here to make sure you feel confident, comfortable, and celebrated every step of the way.
More Than Just Senior Photos.
It's an experience designed around YOU: Your personality. Your style. Your story.
We're here to capture it all, creating beautiful, authentic portraits that you'll love today
and treasure for a lifetime.

Naturally You. Beautifully Captured.
Your Style. Your Story.


Feel Confident. Be Yourself.
Beautifully You. Authentically You.


Beautiful Memories. Made to Last.
THE CLARA BELLA SENIOR PROCESS
01 · Let's Connect
IT STARTS WITH HELLO
02 · DREAM &
DESIGN
LET'S MAKE IT UNIQUELY YOU

03 · GET CAMERA
READY
YOUR DAY BEGINS

04 · YOUR SENIOR
SESSION
THIS IS YOUR MOMENT

05 · SEE &
CELEBRATE
FALL IN LOVE WITH YOUR
PORTRAITS

FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS
Everything you need to know about your Clara Bella Senior Experience
HOW DO I BOOK MY SENIOR SESSION?
We are so excited you are here! Click the CONTACT button above and complete our contact form to get started. We will send you information about the Clara Bella Senior Experience, including session options, pricing, products, and what to expect.Sarah will personally reach out by phone to answer your questions, learn a little more about you, and help you choose the experience that is right for you. Once you are ready, we will reserve your date and begin planning your senior session.
WHEN SHOULD I BOOK MY SENIOR PICTURES?
The earlier the better. Our most popular spring, summer, and fall dates can fill several months in advance.We recommend reaching out during your junior year or early in your senior year to give you the best selection of dates and seasons. If senior year has already started, do not worry. Reach out and we will let you know what dates are currently available.
WHERE DOES CLARA BELLA PHOTOGRAPH SENIOR PORTRAITS?
We photograph seniors at some of our favorite locations throughout Dallas Fort Worth and surrounding areas including McKinney, Plano, Allen, Frisco, Dallas, Fort Worth, and Grapevine offering everything from natural fields and gardens to urban settings and beautiful architectural backdrops.Not sure which location is right for you? That’s part of the fun! We’ll help you choose locations that complement your personality, outfits, and the overall look you want for your senior portraits. Be sure to explore our Locations Gallery tab above to see some of our favorite spots and start imagining where your senior story could take place.And if you have a special location in mind, we’d love to hear about it!
WILL YOU HELP ME CHOOSE LOCATIONS?
Absolutely! You do not need to know where you want your senior pictures taken before you book. During the planning process, we will get to know your style and vision and help you choose locations that complement your outfits and give your gallery beautiful variety. Whether you envision natural and romantic, modern and urban, classic and sophisticated, or a combination of styles, we will help create a session that feels uniquely you.
WHAT SHOULD I WEAR FOR MY SENIOR PICTURES?
Your wardrobe is one of the best ways to make your senior portraits feel personal.We will help you choose outfits that photograph beautifully while still feeling like you. We love creating variety with different looks, from casual and relaxed to dressy, classic, or fashion inspired.Before your session, we will help you coordinate your wardrobe with your locations so everything works beautifully together.
HOW MANY OUTFITS CAN I WEAR?
The number of outfits depends on the senior session you choose (between 3 & 5). We will help you determine how many looks will comfortably fit into your session without making your experience feel rushed.We also help you plan variety so each outfit brings something different to your final gallery.
IS PROFESSIONAL HAIR AND MAKEUP INCLUDED?
Professional hair and makeup is included with our top senior session experience.Our goal is never to make you look like someone else. Hair and makeup are designed to enhance your natural features and help you feel polished, confident, and camera ready while still looking authentically like you.If you prefer a very natural look, that's absolutely ok. We want you to look and feel like the best version of yourself.
WILL YOU HELP ME POSE?
Absolutely. No modeling experience required! We will guide you through posing, movement, and expression throughout your entire session so you never have to wonder what to do. Our goal is for you to feel comfortable and confident so we can capture genuine expressions and natural moments that reflect your personality.
WHAT IF I FEEL AWKWARD IN FRONT OF THE CAMERA?
You are definitely not alone. Many of our seniors tell us they are nervous before their session. Creating a relaxed and encouraging environment is one of the most important parts of the Clara Bella Experience. We will guide you through everything and give you plenty of direction. Before long, you will forget about the camera and simply enjoy the experience. We often have seniors who say they were nervous but that Sarah helped them relax and become more natural in front of the camera.
DO YOU PHOTOGRAPH SENIOR GUYS?
Absolutely! Clara Bella photographs both senior girls and senior guys.Every session is designed around the individual senior, so we will tailor the locations, wardrobe, style, and overall experience to create portraits that genuinely reflect who you are.
CAN I BRING SOMEONE TO MY SESSION?
Of course. A parent, sibling, or close friend can make your experience even more fun. Bring someone who helps you feel relaxed and confident and who will enjoy being part of the day with you.
CAN I INCLUDE MY PET, SPORT, HOBBY, OR SOMETHING PERSONAL?
Yes! We love incorporating the things that are meaningful to you. Your senior portraits should tell your story. Whether that means including your dog, musical instrument, sport, car, college gear, or another important part of your life, let us know during the planning process and we can find a beautiful way to incorporate it.
HOW LONG DOES A SENIOR SESSION LAST?
Session length varies depending on the Clara Bella experience you choose.We intentionally allow enough time for wardrobe changes, different locations, and a variety of looks without making you feel rushed. When you inquire, we will walk you through each session option so you can choose the one that best fits the experience you want.
WHAT HAPPENS IF THE WEATHER IS BAD?
Texas weather likes to keep us guessing!We keep a close eye on the forecast leading up to your session. If conditions will negatively affect your experience or portraits, we will work with you to reschedule.Cloudy skies do not automatically mean we need to reschedule.
Beautiful senior portraits can be created in many different lighting conditions, so we will make the call based on what will give you the best experience and images.
HOW AND WHEN WILL I SEE MY IMAGES?
This is one of our favorite parts!
After your session, we will create a private online senior portrait gallery where you can see your images and begin choosing your favorites.Then we will meet together to go through your images, help you narrow down your selections, and choose the digital collections and keepsake products you love most.
We make the process simple and enjoyable so you leave with a collection that beautifully tells your senior story.
DO YOU RETOUCH SENIOR PORTRAITS?
Absolutely. Our goal is for your senior portraits to look like the very best version of you. Every final image is carefully edited in our natural, timeless style. We enhance light, color, and skin tones while gently retouching temporary blemishes and distractions.We keep our editing natural and authentic, creating beautifully polished portraits that still look and feel like you.
DO YOU OFFER DIGITAL IMAGES?
Yes. Digital images are a part of every senior portrait collection. During your viewing appointment, we will walk you through the available collections and help you choose the option that works best for your family.
WHAT PRODUCTS DO YOU OFFER?
Your senior portraits deserve to be enjoyed for years to come, not simply stored on your phone.
Clara Bella offers a beautiful selection of finished products, including custom albums, wall art, collages, gift prints, graduation announcements, digital images, and other keepsakes designed to preserve your favorite portraits.When we meet to view your images, we’ll walk you through the options and help you choose the perfect way to enjoy and share your senior portraits for years to come.
HOW MUCH DOES A CLARA BELLA SENIOR EXPERIENCE COST?
Our senior portrait experiences begin at $1,275, with most seniors investing between $1,300 and $1,800 in their complete experience. Every session includes digital images, with additional images and beautiful finished products available depending on the experience you choose. Click BOOK NOW to receive our complete Clara Bella Senior Experience Magazine with session options, pricing, products, and everything you need to choose the experience that feels right for you.
Sarah will personally connect with you to answer your questions and help you find the perfect fit for your senior story.
DO YOU OFFER SENIOR PORTRAITS IN MCKINNEY AND THROUGHOUT DALLAS FORT WORTH?
Yes! Clara Bella Photography is based in the McKinney area and photographs high school seniors throughout Dallas Fort Worth and North Texas.We work with seniors from McKinney, Frisco, Prosper, Celina, Plano, Allen, Richardson, Dallas, Fort Worth, Grapevine, Southlake, Mansfield, Keller, Argyle and surrounding communities, and we help every senior choose locations that fit their individual style and vision.
Still have questions?
We would love to hear from you! Click the CONTACT tab above or call or text 770-315-6109
OUR WORK
SOME OF OUR FAVORITES
Take a look through some of our favorite senior portraits and imagine what we can create together. Every senior is unique, and every session is designed to
capture your personality, style, and story.
YOUR SENIOR STORY. BEAUTIFULLY TOLD.
Remi
Senior Rep
“My overall experiance with Clara Bella was simply amazing! The photos were some of the best I have ever seen, and I would not have chosen anyone else to take my senior pictures. My favorite moment in my sessionwas being able to spend time with Sarah. I absolutely love her, she is such a kind spirit and knows how to make me laugh while being my best self! ”
Addison
Senior Rep
Thank you for every second of this experience! Every detail has been such a pleasure! The photographers at Clara Bella are an absolute joy to interact with from start to finish. Alisa not only did an amazing job capturing my daughter’s personality and interests in her images, she also knew exactly how to make Addison feel special! We’re so thankful for all the memories made.




























































