Class of 2012: Hannah
The bloggity is a rockin’! Since I’m in sharing mode I thought I’d post a few images of my recent grad session with Hannah, a soon-to-be graduate of Mountain View High School! Some of you may recognize this pretty face from a session we did together last Fall. (Hannah’s mom requested a special split Fall/Spring session….which I was more than happy to accommodate.) This time we met up in Meridian where we captured some awesome shots along the various hidden nooks and crannies on Main Street. Hannah surprised me by showing up in a vibrant and stunning prom dress. And was such a trooper when I asked if she’d be willing to pose in what will now be referred to as “the bat cave”. You are simply beautiful Hannah! It was such a pleasure to work with you again. Best of luck as you prepare for graduation in the week ahead!
A Graduation Gift from Amanda Allard Photography
Graduation is just around the corner! In honor of your upcoming celebrations, Amanda Allard Photography has re-opened all 2012 Senior Galleries for ordering. And as a gift to you, we will be offering 12% off all graduation essentials ordered before May 5th, including:
• Custom Open House Invites
• Custom Open House Guest Books
• Single and Double-Sided Wallets
• Print Enlargements
• And, Digital Files (for use in Slideshows or for making your own Invitations)
This year, we’re offering 8 bold Open House invites to help you get your party started! Click here to view your options. Ordering is easy, simply click here for step-by-step instructions. Don’t forget to enter GRADTIME at checkout to receive your 12% discount!*
A big phat congrats to all of you who are wrapping up your senior year. Graduation will be here before you know it!
* Please note that only one Coupon Code may be used per order. If you received a previous discount code as a referral gift, it may not be used in conjunction with this offer.*
Class of 2012: Nate
Do you know what I love most about Idaho? It’s never too cold for “Senior Season”. In Northern Minnesota it was virtually unheard of to shoot outdoors in…GASP…February! This past Monday I met up with Nate, a senior from Grand View, Idaho, to capture some late-season grads. This brawny and brainy student was so much fun to work with! Not only is he a football and baseball star, he also has aspirations to be a doctor someday. Better yet, he was totally game for all of my crazy antics…which may or may not have included posing in front of a public restroom. I hope these pictures prove what a photogenic guy you are, Nate. Best of luck to you in the year ahead! Fingers crossed that you end up at the University of Washington this fall.
Amanda Allard Photography 2011 Rewind
I know it’s almost March, but it’s never too late for a little love. A big beautiful thank you to my amazing 2011 clients! I traveled through 5 states to snap this year’s round up…and enjoyed every minute capturing these wonderful moments.
Class of 2012: Gabe
Next up, another pre-vaction session! I met up with Gabe, a senior from Capital High, the evening before we flew out to California. To say that his session was memorable is an understatement! We started Gabe’s shoot at the Idaho State Capitol building in downtown Boise. Gabe volunteered as a campaign intern for Governor Otter…so the Capitol building is a place near and dear to him. Just as we were setting up to start the shoot, we heard a large protest rounding the corner. It ended up being the first Occupy Wall Street rally in Boise. Despite the noise and chaos, Gabe did a great job of staying focused on the shoot. After snapping our shots at the Capitol, we headed Downtown to capture a few urban-themed shots. We wrapped up the evening at Kathryn Albertson Park where we actually saw a red fox hunting right by the park’s entrance. You don’t see that every day! Gabe, you were beyond wonderful to work with! I look forward to sharing more of your pics with you in the near future. 
Class of 2012: Hannah
Prior to our trip to California, I had a hectic week of sessions. I’ve been busy playing catch up since our return! First up is Hannah, a 2012 senior from Mountain View High School. You better get used to this girl’s pretty face (and stunning eyes)…because you’ll be seeing more of her in the Spring when we shoot the second half of her split-session. We began Hannah’s session down in Hyde Park. It ended up being the perfect place to shoot due to the abundance of shade. After the sun dropped in the sky, we made our way to the Boise River to snap few shots in a more natural environment. And just as dusk descended upon us, we squeezed in one final stop at one of my favorite Idaho barns. The rising harvest moon added a special touch to the final images we captured. I can’t wait to share more pics after Hannah and I meet up again in late-April.
Class of 2012: Bailey
We’ve got spirit, yes we do! We’ve got spirit, how about you? Does anyone else remember the cheers from their high school football games? After meeting up with Bailey, a senior cheerleader from Capitol High, last week…I got to thinking about how much I used to enjoy screaming my lungs out on chilly Friday nights. Speaking of which…Bailey officially wins my Senior Trooper award for braving a particularly cold and dreary session. However, thanks to the cloud cover, the lighting was absolutely amazing. We started off Bailey’s session in Kathryn Albertson Park, where some of the Fall colors are just starting to emerge. Then, we headed down to Hyde Park to capture a few urban/retro inspired shots right along the historic district’s main drag. Towards the end of the shoot, a couple of Bailey’s friends joined us for some girlfriend shots. (Made me miss my besties!) Bailey, you were so fantastic to work with! Thank you for putting up with the wind and cold…and all of my crazy antics. I’d also like to thank Bailey’s mom, Chris, for helping out with the shoot. (Due to rescheduling, my fabulous assistants were unavailable.) I can’t wait to get started on the rest of your pics!
Class of 2012: Rachel
Last night I met up with the beautiful Rachel, a 2012 senior from Eagle High School. Rachel was so comfortable in front of my camera, and was an absolute joy to work with! Oh and need I mention…Drop Dead Gorgeous? Someone get this girl an application for Cycle 18 of America’s Next Top Model! Seriously. Rachel is actually a huge fan of the show….which didn’t surprise me at all. She definitely knows how to work it! However, she has much loftier ambitions than becoming a model. After Rachel graduates, she plans to move West to pursue an education in holistic medicine. Brains and beauty…what a lucky girl! I absolutely adored working with you Rachel! I can’t wait to share the rest of your pics with you!
Class of 2012: Gabrielle
Last Saturday I met up with Gabrielle, a pretty senior from Mountain View High School. Gabrielle loves the performing arts! In fact, she hopes to land in California after she graduates so she can pursue an education in directing, writing and acting. Sounds like a triple threat to me! I couldn’t have been happier with the outfits that Gabrielle selected for her session. They provided the perfect pop of color that I strive to capture in my shoots! You were so wonderful to work with Gabrielle! I can’t wait to see where life takes you. 
Class of 2012: Reid
Last Thursday I had the pleasure of meeting up with Reid, a stunning senior from Capitol High School. When we spoke prior to her session, Reid mentioned that she really wanted some photos with her two Yellow Labs, Jackson & Zoe. So we kicked off the shoot down by the Boise River with her two favorite goofballs. Reid loves hanging out down by the water, so it was the perfect place to get things started. Reid is also a country girl at heart. She absolutely loves wide open spaces and old barns! So, it seemed fitting that we capture her in her boots and cowboy hat in front of one of Eagle’s finest. We ended Reid’s session at Wood River Cellars. Despite a few clouds, we were able to capture some beautiful shots in the vineyard. Reid, you were so fantastic to work with! I know you’ll accomplish whatever you set out to do in life…whether it be that 4.0+ GPA…or Med School. Enjoy your senior year!
Class of 2012: Anne
A couple of week’s ago, I had the pleasure of meeting up with Anne! Her shoot was scheduled the day before school started…and she was SO excited to get back into the swing of things! During our session, Anne told me that she and her mom kept super busy over the summer with their Bowling League and Zumba lessons! She even showed off a few of her new dance moves. You were such a pleasure to work with Anne! I’m so glad that we snapped a few photos without your glasses…you have beautiful eyes! I hope you’ve enjoyed the first two weeks of your last year of school.
Class of 2012: Amber
Oh how I love grad season! Especially when I get to meet up with pretty girls like Amber, a 2012 senior from Centennial High School. I mean seriously…have you ever seen eyes light up like hers? Not only is this girl gorgeous, but she’s also incredibly smart. Amber is active in Centennial’s competitive speech program and plans to study law after she graduates next Spring. Lucky for me, this girl was game for just about anything, so we started her session downtown in Boise’s Freak Alley. (I love the City of Boise for setting aside this space for artists.) There were so many murals to choose from, it was hard to pick and choose our backgrounds. After we captured the color downtown, Amber did a quick outfit change and we headed over to Albertson Park to capture some photos in a more natural setting. The light was buttery soft by the time we got there….so it was hard to stop shooting. But we had one more stop! Just before sun down, we ran up to Centennial High to wrap up the shoot with a few shots of Amber in front of her school. Such a fun evening! Thanks for selecting me to capture your grads, Amber! I can’t wait to share your full gallery with you!
Class of 2012: Ashley
It’s my favorite time of year…SENIOR PORTRAIT SEASON!! Let the madness begin! I’ve said it before and I’ll say it again, seniors are my absolute favorite subjects to photograph.
I had the pleasure of meeting up with Ashley, a beautiful 2012 senior, on Thursday evening. Not only is this girl drop dead gorgeous, but she’s as tough as nails! We were working in a stiff lake breeze and unseasonably cool temps…and she didn’t even flinch! Hopefully by this time next year, Ashley will be making her way South where she can enjoy the warmer weather. Thank you again for selecting me to capture your grads, Ashley! It was such a pleasure meeting you, your mom and CJ (the St. Bernard). Best of luck on your senior year!
I’d like make a quick shout out to Fitger’s Inn for allowing us to use their baby grand piano. (Ashley is a talented pianist with more than 12 years of playing experience.)
Amanda Allard Photography 
