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5 Trendy Senior Photo Ideas for Guys

Five senior photo ideas for guys: sports action, urban street, outdoor adventure, studio formal, and hobby sessions on the South Shore.

Chris McCarthy

Chris McCarthy

Professional Photographer, Photography Shark · September 20, 2023 · Updated November 23, 2025

Frequently Asked Questions

Do a lot of guys book senior portraits at Photography Shark?

Yes. Chris McCarthy shoots senior portraits for guys across the South Shore — athletes, musicians, students heading to trade school or college. The sessions are built around what makes sense for each person, not a generic pose-and-smile format.

Can we shoot at my actual athletic field or court?

Yes. Chris can shoot at your school field, court, or water location, or find a more photogenic version of the same environment depending on logistics. Discuss your sport during the pre-session consultation and Chris will plan accordingly.

What urban locations do you use near Rockland for guys' sessions?

Quincy Center, downtown Plymouth, Hingham Shipyard, and downtown Rockland itself all offer solid brick architecture and street-level detail for urban-style senior portraits. Boston is also an option for the right session.

How much does a senior portrait session cost for guys?

Three senior portrait packages: Bronze $1,500 (1 hour, 2 outfits, 1 location, 20 images + heirloom album), Silver $2,000 (1.5 hour, 4 outfits, 2 locations, 40 images + album + $250 print credit), Gold $2,800 (2 hour, 6 outfits, multiple locations, 50 images + album + $500 print credit + seasonal mini-session).

How do I prepare for a guys' senior session — what should I wear?

Bring two to three looks. A well-fitted jacket or blazer over a quality shirt works for more formal shots. Your actual everyday outfit works well for casual frames. Avoid logos that distract. Chris reviews wardrobe options during the pre-session consult.

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About the Author

Chris McCarthy

Chris McCarthy has run Photography Shark Studios in Rockland, MA for over 10 years and 500+ sessions, with executive headshot work for Rockland Trust, Clean Harbors, M&T Bank, and McCarthy Planning; founder portraits for AI startups including Lowtouch.ai; product photography for South Shore brands like Lauren's Swim; and headshots across South Shore legal, medical, financial, and academic practices. Every session is personally shot and edited by Chris on Sony mirrorless and Godox strobe systems — no assistants, no outsourcing, no batch retouching. Galleries deliver in 3–5 business days. About photographer Chris McCarthy →

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