seniors
class of 2025
I get it. Senior year is here, and it feels like a whirlwind of checklist items from senior nights, to prom dress shopping, and college applications. Let me take one thing off your plate: the Hardins Photo Senior Photo Experience will be stress-free and hand-crafted just for your senior. Your senior deserves to be celebrated...but you do too! It's an accomplishment for you both, so let's document it the way you've only dreamed of!
xoxo, carly
hey friend,
I AM SO EXCITED TO MEET YOU! I wanted to tell you a little about me, so that you don't feel like I'm a total stranger on the day of your shoot. I'm Carly! I'm 27 (even though my seniors make me feel 17 again.) I'm married to my best friend - John. And we have the cutest kids ever, Coast + Lani.
I've been taking senior photos for 9 years now...best job ever :,)
The keys to my heart: Trader Joes, Gossip Girl, browsing Sephora, peonies, buttery mashed potatoes, birthdays, shopping, books about summer romance, and themed parties.
Now that I'm not a stranger, LET'S GET TO THE REAL REASON YOU'RE HERE...YOUR SENIOR PHOTOS!
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hey, I'm Carly!
meet the Hardins Photo team
Hi! I’m Emily!! I’m 26 and have been married to my sweet husband, Zack, for 4 years. I have a one-year-old daughter named Reese and a dog named Indy! I’m so excited to be a part of Carly’s senior photo team!! When I’m not behind the camera, you’ll find me thrifting, baking gluten-free goodies, or reading a good book!!
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I’m Jessie! I’m 30 and married to my incredible husband, Josh, and have two little ones, Jace and Jori! I’ve always had a love for photography and, even more, meeting the beautiful people in front of the camera! I love being apart of capturing the best parts of peoples lives! I’m a lover of sushi, all things creative/diy, walks, shopping, Greys Anatomy, Diet Coke, and game nights.
our amazing associates
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I’m Jessie! I’m 30 and married to my incredible husband, Josh, and have two little ones, Jace and Jori! I’ve always had a love for photography and, even more, meeting the beautiful people in front of the camera! I love being apart of capturing the best parts of peoples lives! I’m a lover of sushi, all things creative/diy, walks, shopping, Greys Anatomy, Diet Coke, and game nights.
meet the associates
meet the associates
Hi! I’m Emily!! I’m 26 and have been married to my sweet husband, Zack, for 4 years. I have a one-year-old daughter named Reese and a dog named Indy! I’m so excited to be a part of Carly’s senior photo team!! When I’m not behind the camera, you’ll find me thrifting, baking gluten-free goodies, or reading a good book!!
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The number one thing seniors always say in the beginning of a shoot is, "I am so awkward!". If you're reading this, you're not allowed to say that! 100% of the seniors who say that, end up total pros by the end.
I will not leave you hanging! I will tell you exactly what poses to do, I'll even show you myself before having you do it! I will fix your hair, tell you to take the hair tie off your wrist, fan you off if you get a lil sweaty, and hype you up like NO OTHER. You do not need to worry about being "awkward" - You aren't awkward and I ASSURE you...you will not feel awkward when you get your photos done by me. I basically am just telling you how BEAUTIFUL you are the whole time, playing fun music, and talking about life. No such thing as awkward when you're with me...I promise! You ready to do this thing, or what?
xoxo, carly
i'm ready to get started!
what should i expect?
I have an AMAZING team of associates who have been trained by me + shoot seniors exclusively for The Hardins Photo. After so many years of doing it on my own, sending hundreds and hundreds of emails turning seniors away, and booking out so quickly, I decided it was time to expand. My associate team allows us to work with more incredible seniors per year. It's 100% up to you whether you'd like to book with an associate or not. When you book with an associate, you will get a lower price on collections & still get to work with me through the planning process!
Whatever you decide, I can't wait to get started!
what's an associate?
i'm ready to get started!
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rep team
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REP TEAM
let's freeze this moment in time,
& capture your senior's last drops of childhood.
rep team
"Carly is the best senior photographer and you NEED to book with her. She makes you feel comfortable, beautiful, and is an instant friend. Not to mention, she is the best with poses."
- Haily
"Hire Carly if you want stunning senior photos! Carly is the biggest sweetheart! She never fails to make her seniors feel BEAUTIFUL and CONFIDENT! & her photos always come out just gorgeous."
- Katie
"I truly couldn't have asked for a better senior session. Carly is so positive and supportive. She makes you feel so confident and beautiful! She is also just a great person and makes you feel like you're instant friends! Plus her photos are AMAZING!
- Lexi
LOVE LETTERS FROM MY SENIORS
"Class of 2024: Looking for someone to take your pictures who makes you feel beautiful and every picture comes out amazing? Carly is the absolute BEST. She has the best heart and is so amazing at what she does. Book your senior photos with her now! You won't regret it & you will make the friend of a lifetime."
- Angelina
Q: When will I get my photos back?
A: You will get your photos back within 14-18 days! If you need them sooner, just let me know! There’s an option to rush them for $250 + You will receive them the next day (within 24-36 hours of your shoot!)
Q: How do you send the photos?
A: I pick the best of the best photos, edit and retouch them, and then I upload them to an online gallery for you to download from! You can also purchase and order prints directly from the website!
Q: Can I bring people with me to my session?
A: YES! Anyone is welcome to join us. As long as you're okay with it, I'm totally
good with that!
Q: What should I wear?
A: I will send you a senior guide with allllll the tips, tricks, what to wear, what not to wear, and more. Colors, styles -- everything!
Q: How do we pick the location?
A: I send a location guide after booking with tons of photos from each of my favorite locations to help you decide which best fits YOU. If you have a specific location in mind, just let me know! We can try to make it happen - but just know, you will get the BEST results when you choose a location I know, and work best in!
Q: What time of day do you
usually shoot at?
A: I almost always shoot at sunset or "golden hour". You can expect your shoot to start around 1.5 hours before
the sun sets!
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HI! I'M SO HAPPY YOU'RE INTERESTED IN BECOMING A PART OF THIS YEAR'S TEAM!
My vision for the Rep Team is that It would be a place where you can expect to FEEL beautiful, lifted up by the other girls (and me), have fun, and actually create REAL friendships.
You can expect 4 group photoshoots (I expect you to attend at least 2!),
random photoshoot opportunities throughout the year, 2-4 fun events, & the option & opportunity to help plan events (if that's up your alley), assist me in photoshoots, etc.
There will be 1-2 opportunities throughout the year to volunteer as well! Helloooo, community service hours!
Beyond that, you will have the opportunity to meet and become friends with the other girls in the program.
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senior rep team
