PHOTOGRAPHY

KELLEEN HITE

No awkward posing. No fake smiles.
Just photos that look like him

Guided senior sessions for guys who'd rather be anywhere else than in front of a camera.

If your son would rather do almost anything than take senior pictures, he's in good company. Most of the guys I photograph start out saying they don't like having their picture taken. My job is to make the experience easy, relaxed, and genuinely enjoyable, so you end up with genuine images that actually look like him.

Whether he wants to include his truck, his sport, or simply keep things classic, every session is planned around his personality—not stiff poses or forced smiles. From outfit guidance to location planning, I'll handle the details so you can enjoy this milestone instead of stressing over it.

Because senior pictures should be something he'll actually enjoy—
not just something he has to get through.

Jacksonville & St. Augustine Senior Pictures for Guys

You only get one senior year. Let's make sure it's remembered with photos that truly feel like him.

One of the first things I hear from boy moms is,

"He's only doing this because I'm making him."

Honestly? That's completely normal.

The good news is that after nearly 20 years of photographing guys, I know how to make the experience feel easy, relaxed, and natural. There are no stiff poses, no fake smiles, and no pressure to be someone he's not. My job is to keep things moving, help him feel comfortable, and create photos that actually look like him.

I'll even let you in on a little secret—we have a 100% survival rate. Every senior guy who's walked into a session convinced he was going to hate it made it through just fine. Most even admitted they had a great time, and a few have been surprised by how much they actually enjoyed it.

HE HATES PHOTOS.
Don't worry, we've got him!

how does the process work?

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+ Book & Plan your session
+Enjoy the experience
+ Design your artwork

From the first conversation to the moment you unwrap your artwork, every step is thoughtfully planned so you can enjoy this season instead of stressing over it. Whether you already have a vision or have no idea where to begin, I’ll guide you through every decision—from locations and outfits to creating images that genuinely reflect who your son is.

The Stress-Free Senior Experience

Need a little inspiration? Explore real sessions and creative senior picture ideas from around Jacksonville & St. Augustine →

Not sure where to start? We'll help you dream up a session that's uniquely his.

The best senior pictures don't just show what he looks like—they tell the story of who he is. Whether he's into sports, trucks, fishing, music, aviation, or simply wants timeless portraits, we'll build a session around the things that matter most to him.

Built Around Him

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Senior girl by Lightner in St. Augustine FL wearing heels and satin shorts.
Senior girl by the rocks at the beach at sunset in a blue satin prom dress

Because someday, these won't just be his senior pictures. They'll be the photos that bring you back to exactly who he was in this season of life.

Senior pictures aren't just another item to check off your senior year list. They're one of the few opportunities to press pause before everything changes.

This is the season where he's becoming more independent, making big plans, and spending less time at home. Before long, you'll be packing for college, celebrating new milestones, and wondering where the time went.

The photos you'll treasure most probably won't be the perfectly posed ones—they'll be the ones that remind you exactly who he was at eighteen. The smile he tried not to show. The way he laughed. His favorite hoodie. His truck. His glove tossed over his shoulder. The little details that quietly disappear as life moves forward.

For your senior, this experience is a chance to see himself in a new way—confident, capable, and ready for whatever comes next. For you, it's something even more valuable: one last opportunity to slow down and celebrate this version of your son before the next chapter begins.

What are you MISSING 
by not doing
 senior photos? 

What Boy moms are saying...

Senior portraits in Jacksonville, Florida

Picture of a senior in front of Flagler college in St Augustine, FL wearing white pants and a black tank.

- Stephens mom

Kelleen Hite Photography's ability to find locations to highlight my son's personality and style, while being able to pivot to a different place if the logistics weren't working out, truly displayed her ability to make sure she got the best and most out of the session.

If you want your senior to feel celebrated for all he or she has accomplished to get to this point in their lives, Kelleen Hite Photography is the only choice for your senior photographer.

If you want your senior to be celebrated... Kelleen Hite is the only choice!

Senior photos in Ponte Vedra Beach, FL

Senior picture of a Guy at sunset in a suit by the water in Marsh landing.

Jamie

Anxiety ensued as our date grew near, for both of us. Kelleen had come highly recommended though, and she did not disappoint! She came prepared to squeeze every last bit out him and did just that. It's so nice to have her guidance in the weeks leading up to the shoot, checking over outfits and helping us to get all our ducks in a row. We were expecting it to be an emotionally exhausting day and it ended up being the opposite...Kelleen made the entire experience a ton of fun!! She has the gift of making everyone feel comfortable, I felt like I had known her for years.

If you have a senior boy who doesn't love a camera, Kelleen Hite is who you want!

St Augustine senior photos

senior photo in St Augustine beach of a girl in a pink parachute dress

Danica

I'm blown away. You captured him so well. I have literal happy tears or maybe panic because I will want them all!  Truly I love every image! It's hard as a photographer to put trust into another for special moments But  Kelleen hite Photography did it and beyond my expectations!  

You captured him so well! 

Ponte Vedra Senior Photos

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Senior Girl and her reflection in magenta dress at sunset by the beach in St. Augustine FL

Steve

I can't recommend Kelleen enough for Senior Photos! I think one of the most important things is the prep beforehand that she guides you through and sets everything up for success. Time invested in conversations so that we had a shared vision/goal and confidence that the few must haves were going to be captured allowed me to relax and not have to be in the driver's seat and just watch and assist. We arrived and Kelly surveyed the options, broke out her equipment like Inspector Gadget and went straight to work with lots of laughs and fun mixed in. 

So many laughs and fun mixed in... 

If this season feels significant to you,
you’re in the right place.

A NOTE

For more than 20 years, I’ve photographed families through life’s most meaningful seasons—weddings, growing families, milestones that can’t be repeated. That experience shaped how I work: with intention, empathy, and a deep respect for the weight each season carries.

Six years ago, I chose to focus exclusively on seniors because this transition is unlike any other. It feels like yesterday they took their first steps, and now they're walking across a stage, closing one chapter and stepping into the next. It all goes by in the blink of an eye. As a recent empty nester, I understand that shift firsthand.

There are plenty of options for senior photos, and I’m not the least expensive—and that’s intentional. What I offer goes far beyond a quick session. This is a guided, collaborative experience designed to preserve who your senior is before everything changes.

For the parents...

Jacskonville seniors pictures

Ty's mom

"... All he could say was how much fun he had...he was so relaxed, and so was I!"

Because this season
deserves more...

Session options

Senior year lasts only a few months, but the memories—and the way you remember this season—last a lifetime. Your investment isn't simply in portraits. It's in an experience designed to celebrate your senior, preserve this moment, and create artwork your family will treasure long after graduation.

All Sessions include an in person/ zoom ordering appointment & style/location planning, professional editing. Session fee does not include any prints, products or digital images except where noted. 
Every family values this season differently, so collections are thoughtfully tailored to reflect what matters most to you. the average spend is $1800-2500 for the longer sessions, and $500 for the yearbook session.

Experience Session

Lite Session

3.5 Hour Session | 2+ locations  | unlimited Outfits  | Day to night shooting | Style and location consult | Cap & gown Session + complimentary photos | 

$297 + $$$$



2 hour session | 2 locations  | 3-4 Outfits | 1 single digital file included | Weekday afternoon through sunset |  

$297 + $$$



Studio or local Nocatee area  | 1-2 outfits | up to 60 mins | 1 single digital file | Weekday AM session 
                                    $120 +  $$

Yearbook Session

Most senior guys do not dream about taking senior pictures—and that is completely okay. My approach is designed to feel relaxed, efficient, and low-pressure while still creating images that look incredible.

Through natural conversation, movement, and simple direction, I help even the most reluctant seniors feel comfortable. The result is a collection of portraits that genuinely looks like your son rather than forced smiles or awkward poses.

Believe it or not, that is one of the most common things I hear from moms. Many guys arrive expecting to simply get through the session, but they are usually surprised by how easy—and even fun—it feels.

I keep the experience moving with straightforward direction, conversation, and plenty of variety so your son never feels like he has to perform for the camera. My goal is to make the session feel natural while still giving you the meaningful portraits you want from this once-in-a-lifetime season.

We will plan his outfits together before the session, so you are not left trying to figure it out alone. I will help you choose clothing that photographs well, creates variety, and still feels completely like your son.

Whether his style is casual, athletic, classic, outdoorsy, or a little dressier, we will build a wardrobe that reflects his personality without making him feel overstyled or uncomfortable.

I recommend booking three to six months in advance whenever possible. Booking early gives us time to choose the right season, locations, and outfits while working around sports, travel, college visits, and a busy senior-year schedule.

If you are getting a later start, reach out anyway. I photograph a limited number of seniors each season, but I will always do my best to accommodate your family when availability allows.

I photograph senior guys throughout St. Augustine, Jacksonville, Ponte Vedra, St. Johns County, and across Northeast Florida. We will choose locations based on your son's personality, interests, style, and the overall look he wants.

Whether he prefers historic architecture, an urban Jacksonville setting, the beach, open natural spaces, or a backdrop that connects to one of his interests, we will find the right fit during the planning process.

Absolutely. Incorporating the things your son genuinely enjoys is one of the best ways to make his senior portraits feel personal rather than generic.

Whether that means football, baseball, swimming, fishing, surfing, golf, music, a classic car, his truck, a Jeep, or another meaningful interest, we will talk through the possibilities during planning. The goal is to include those details in a way that feels natural, polished, and authentically like him.

After the session, we will meet for your image premiere so you can see his portraits for the first time. I will help you choose your favorite images and decide how you would like to preserve them.

Together, we can create albums, wall art, graduation announcements, and keepsakes that celebrate who your son is during this season and give your family something meaningful to enjoy long after graduation.

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The tassel was worth the hassle... now let's celebrate it.

College Senior Photos

Senior year may be over, but your story is just beginning. Celebrate everything you've worked for with college graduation portraits that capture this incredible milestone before you step into the next chapter.

Choose an iconic campus landmark or a meaningful location, and we'll create portraits that feel authentically you.

College graduation sessions, including digital images, starting at $395.

The Perfect Ending... and the Beginning of What's Next

College senior girl photo at University of Florida

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...he might actually have a great time!  We make the process easy by giving you loads of prep documents so that you can get him on board, get your outfits and get it done. We get to know the senior so we include the things that make it special, and make it fun. 
For moms, this is priceless. It's a special time for that senior guy, and quite possibly the only time you will get photos of just HIM!  Let us help you make it easy, and authentic! Don't worry, we've got you! 

Let's Do This.

We promise, he won't hate you

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