South Shore Massachusetts
South Shore Senior Portrait Photographer
Studio lighting meets South Shore locations — clean professional looks in the Rockland studio, then out to Norris Reservation, World's End, Duxbury Beach, or wherever the image calls for. Every session personally photographed and edited by Chris McCarthy. Heirloom album and yearbook image included in every package. Starting at $1,500.
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What to Expect
Senior Portraits Designed Around You
Senior year is a milestone that deserves more than a quick smile-and-click. We spend time before the session learning what matters to you — your sport, your style, your plans after graduation — and build a session around that. The goal is photos that feel authentic, not posed.
The South Shore has incredible natural backdrops — Nantasket Beach, Duxbury Beach, Scituate Lighthouse, World's End, the marshes in Marshfield. We know these locations in every season and every light condition, and we'll help you choose the right one for your look.
- ✓Pre-session planning call to choose locations and outfits
- ✓Multiple locations available within one session
- ✓Studio option for clean yearbook-style portraits
- ✓Outdoor natural light and golden hour sessions
- ✓All images fully retouched — no raw files
- ✓Yearbook-spec image included in every package
- ✓Online gallery with easy sharing and ordering
- ✓Prints, canvases, and albums available
Investment
Senior Portrait Packages
All packages include your yearbook image, full-resolution downloads, and online gallery access. No hidden fees.
Bronze
$1,500
1-Hour Shoot
20 Digital Images
- ✓Pre-session planning consult
- ✓2 outfits & 1 location
- ✓20 digital images + option to purchase additional
- ✓Signature 10×10" heirloom album
- ✓Full-resolution downloads
- ✓Online gallery
- ✓Yearbook image included
Silver
$2,000
1.5-Hour Shoot
40 Digital Images
- ✓Pre-session planning consult
- ✓4 outfits & 2 locations
- ✓40 digital images + option to purchase additional
- ✓Signature 10×10" heirloom album
- ✓$250 heirloom print credit & optional ordering appointment
- ✓Full-resolution downloads
- ✓Online gallery
- ✓Yearbook image included
Gold
$2,800
2-Hour Shoot
50 Digital Images
- ✓Pre-session planning consult
- ✓Up to 6 outfits & multiple locations
- ✓50 digital images + option to purchase additional
- ✓Signature 10×10" heirloom album
- ✓$500 heirloom print credit & optional ordering appointment
- ✓Seasonal mini-session later in the year
- ✓Full-resolution downloads
- ✓Online gallery
- ✓Yearbook image included
Why It Matters
Studio-First Senior Portraits — With Outdoor Options When You Want Them
Senior year goes fast. The portraits you take now are the ones your family will print, frame, and keep for decades. A phone photo from graduation day is a memory; a professional senior portrait session is an investment in how this chapter is documented. There's a meaningful difference between the two — and most families only realize it after the fact.
Our Rockland studio gives you full control over light, background, and mood — the kind of clean, dimensional look that no outdoor session can reliably replicate. Most senior packages start in the studio for the yearbook-ready look, then optionally add an outdoor location for something more personal. South Shore locations like Duxbury Beach, Scituate Lighthouse, or World's End in Hingham are a short drive away and available on request. See our top 10 senior photo locations on the South Shore →
We serve seniors from every high school on the South Shore: Hingham, Norwell, Scituate, Marshfield, Duxbury, Plymouth North and South, Kingston, Pembroke, Hanover, Rockland, Whitman-Hanson, and beyond. If you're looking for a senior portrait photographer who knows your area, books quickly, and delivers images your family will love, reach out early — summer slots fill fast.
Not sure what to wear? Our guides on what to wear for senior photos and choosing outfits for your senior session cover everything from color palettes to accessories.
Senior portraits are also a practical document: most South Shore high schools require a formal portrait submission for the yearbook, and many families use session images for graduation announcements, college applications, and family displays. According to Professional Photographers of America, professionally photographed portraits are consistently rated as among the most treasured family heirlooms — second only to home videos.
Travel time: All on-location shoots require a separate travel quote. Contact us with your location before booking for a full quote.
Client Reviews
What Families Say
“Every aspect of the experience was absolutely perfect. My daughter is new to modeling and Chris made her feel 100% comfortable. The vibe was relaxed and he had her laughing authentically. The photos are absolutely stunning.”
— Rommy Fuller
“Chris is the ultimate professional. He made me comfortable. He is kind. He is considerate. His work is absolutely stunning. He works quickly and I received my photos the next day, which is unheard of.”
— Karen Cirillo
“Chris is incredibly easygoing and friendly, making you feel super comfortable. The studio is huge with lots of options for props and backdrops. All my pictures came out amazing! He is so talented.”
— Isabella Mccutcheon
FAQ
Senior Portrait Questions
When should I book my senior portraits on the South Shore?
Summer and early fall are peak season — Duxbury Beach, Norris Reservation, and Scituate Harbor slots fill by late June. If you want a combined studio-plus-outdoor session (clean studio look first, then head to a location), book at least 8 weeks out to get a date that works for both. Yearbook deadlines for most South Shore schools run September through October — factor that in when choosing a session date, and let us know your school at booking so we can deliver the right image format on time.
Where do you shoot senior portraits on the South Shore?
We shoot throughout the South Shore — Nantasket Beach and Hull, Duxbury Beach, Scituate Harbor and Lighthouse, Hingham Town Center, World's End in Hingham, Plymouth waterfront, Marshfield beaches, and our studio for clean studio looks. We also shoot at your high school if permits allow, at sports venues, or any location that represents you.
How many outfit changes are included?
All senior portrait packages include multiple outfit changes. The Bronze includes up to 2 outfits, the Silver up to 4, and the Gold up to 6. Most seniors bring 3–5 outfits representing different sides of their personality — casual, dressed up, athletic or activity-based, and something meaningful to them personally.
Do you offer yearbook photos?
Yes. All sessions include a yearbook-spec image delivered in the format your school requires. We're familiar with the submission requirements for most South Shore high schools including Hingham, Norwell, Scituate, Marshfield, Duxbury, Plymouth North and South, and others. Let us know your school and deadline at booking.
Your Photographer
Chris McCarthy
Every Photography Shark session is personally photographed and edited by Chris McCarthy — a South Shore-based photographer with over 10 years of experience. No assistants, no outsourcing. You work directly with Chris from booking through gallery delivery.
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South Shore Senior Portrait Sessions
Packages starting at $1,500. Summer and fall slots book quickly — reach out early to lock in your preferred date and location. See the FAQ.
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