Senior & Graduation Photography in Kansas City
You Worked For This Moment
Whether you’re capping off high school or walking across the stage with a degree you earned the hard way, this is the milestone photo you’ll actually want to display.
This is a photo you earn — years of work, late nights, last basketball games, a final walk through the halls or across a stage with a degree finally in hand. It deserves more than a quick snapshot after the ceremony. I build sessions around who you are right now: the school colors, the cap tassel, the cords and stoles from the program you fought through, the friends you want in frame — all of it, done right.
“It was a pleasure to have Vick shoot my son’s graduation pictures. He was very punctual and professional with taking his photos and sending them back on time.”Dee
Why Choose Vickshots For Your Senior or Grad Photos
High School or Higher Ed, Same Care
Whether it’s cap and gown for your college walk or a creative outdoor senior session before your last first day, we treat both like the milestone they are.
Made to Be Displayed
These aren’t just for the yearbook or the family group chat. We shoot portraits your family will frame, print, and pass around for years. Plenty of families book a family session at the same time while everyone is together and dressed up.
Your Personality, Not a Template
Bring your letterman jacket, your cords, your car, your dog — we build the session around what makes your story yours, not a cookie-cutter pose list.
Senior & Graduation Session Pricing
Fully edited galleries delivered in 5–7 business days · a 50% deposit reserves your date
30 Minutes
$250
- 25–30 professionally edited photos
- Free web & social downloads
- Your choice of location · 1 outfit
- Delivery via online gallery
1 Hour
$500
- 35–45 professionally edited photos
- Free web & social downloads
- Your choice of location · 2 outfits
- Delivery via online gallery
Booking: a 50% deposit reserves your date and time, with the balance due 15–30 days before your session. Having it settled ahead of time means nobody is thinking about invoices on the day — we can all just enjoy the shoot.
Advance booking: the pricing above is for sessions booked ahead of time. If the date you want is already taken and we need to fit your session in between existing bookings, pricing is subject to change — just ask and I will quote it for you.
Digital files: every package includes web-ready downloads, sized for sharing online and on social. High-resolution files — the ones you want for enlargements and wall prints — are available for an additional charge, individually or as a full-gallery bundle.
Travel: the first 50 miles are included. 50–100 miles adds $25, 100–150 miles adds $50. Further out than that, get in touch for a quote — we travel well beyond the metro and regularly shoot outside Kansas City.
“5 stars all the way, David was the best I couldn’t have pick anyone else better 😊 he’s very nice, makes you feel welcome, very reasonable on the price and will work with you on the things you want. I would most definitely pick him again if I get pictures don’t again and will recommend him every time he’s very dedicated to his work. Thanks again David for all you have done.”Alyssa
Questions Seniors & Grads Ask
How much do senior pictures cost in Kansas City?
Senior and graduation sessions are $250 for 30 minutes or $500 for a full hour. Both include professionally edited photos, web-ready downloads and an online gallery; the hour-long session adds a second outfit. Full pricing is listed above.
When should I schedule my senior or graduation photos?
For high school seniors, spring or summer before the school year starts gives the best light and the most flexible schedule. For graduation, most grads shoot right around commencement while the cap, gown, and cords are still on hand — before or shortly after the ceremony both work.
How many outfit changes can I do during the session?
Most sessions comfortably fit 2–3 looks — cap and gown plus a couple of personal outfits, or a few different senior-portrait styles. We’ll plan it around your session length. Our guide to coordinating outfits works just as well for a senior session.
Can I bring props, my letterman jacket, or my car?
Absolutely. Instruments, sports gear, a car, a pet — anything that’s part of your story is welcome and usually makes for the best photos.
Should I get hair and makeup done first?
It’s optional, but it can help photos feel a little more polished and camera-ready. Plenty of clients shoot without it and love their results just as much.
Can family or friends be included in some of the photos?
Yes — it’s common to save a few minutes at the end of a senior or grad session for shots with parents, siblings, or close friends who were part of the journey.
Ready to Celebrate What You Earned?
Let’s build a session around your story — cap and gown, creative senior portraits, or both.
“David is great! He was kind all throughout the entire process and reasonably priced. Thanks again!”Dylan
