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As we come to an end of the scholastic year, I like to look back at how much I have grown as a photographer and all the things God has blessed me with this year. In May 2019, I was actually starting to get photoshoots booked and being recognized for my photography skills after theContinue reading “Year in Review”

Today I will be discussing my Senior Session Package and how you can make your senior session unique! When you schedule a Senior Portrait Session with Memories by McKaylie Photography, you get to wear 3-5 outfits at 3-5 locations! When you let the client choose their own outfits, you give them the opportunity to expressContinue reading “The Senior Session”

Due to the COVID-19 Pandemic, all events for high school students have either been canceled or postponed. In my hometown, Montgomery, TX, all events except graduation were canceled for the schools in the area. With everything that is going on, my mind has really been on the Seniors and how they must be feeling withContinue reading “PROM CANCELED”

Hello everyone and welcome back to my blog! Today I will be reviewing another photographer’s blog; her name is Amanda Holloway. Amanda is a Professional Photographer in the Greater Houston area who specializes in Senior Portraits. I found Amanda on Instagram (@amandaholloway) because my older cousin, Morgan, had her senior pictures taken by her inContinue reading “Who I Strive to Be Like as a Growing Photographer”

Hello world and welcome back to my blog! Today I will be talking about what to bring to a photoshoot and how it will improve your photography. The first tool I would suggest bringing is a step stool. If you’re a short photographer like I am, a step stool is a great item you canContinue reading “Tools You Should Bring to Every Photoshoot”

Hello World! Today I will be explaining my step by step process from shoot to export! After your photoshoot, go to your work computer or laptop and insert the SD Card from the camera into the card reader. When all the photos are imported onto your device or external hard drive, make a file andContinue reading “Editing 101”

Photos from the D.I.Y. glow photoshoot of Abigail Harrison. Do you want to learn how to get cool shots like these with not spending a lot of money nor having to find a cool location? A photoshoot like this is super easy, fun, and affordable! This client wanted a space-themed shoot but unfortunately, the weatherContinue reading “GLOW HAVE SOME D.I.Y FUN”

Hey! My name is McKaylie Self and welcome to my blog! Below is where you can learn a little bit about me! I am a full-time undergraduate student at Texas State University’s School of Journalism and Mass Communication. I am currently studying Public Relations and Mass Communications as well as Business Administration and Digital MediaContinue reading “About Me”