A young woman with long dark hair, wearing a sleeveless black top and black ruched skirt, leaning against a glass wall with her arms crossed, smiling at the camera.

ONE-OF-A-

KIND SENIOR

PICTURES

Woman sitting against a wall wearing a beige wide-brim hat, white off-shoulder blouse, beige pants, gold chain necklace, and rings.
A young woman with long, wavy brown hair, wearing a white sleeveless dress with intricate embroidery, posing with one hand on her hip against a neutral background.
A young man with short hair sitting in a grassy field, wearing a striped t-shirt and shorts, looking thoughtful.

BEAUMONT & HOUSTON, TEXAS SENIOR PHOTOGRAPHER

I believe

You deserve the best when it comes to your senior photos!

Your senior photos are a once-in-a-lifetime experience, and we believe they should be as memorable as this moment in your life. This is a time to celebrate who you are and all you’ve accomplished, and I’m here to help you capture it in a way that truly reflects you.

Let’s make this experience unforgettable. You deserve the best, let’s make it happen.

A woman with dark hair lying on concrete stairs, resting her head on her crossed arm, wearing a white dress and large gold earrings.
A young man with short blond hair smiling outdoors with an urban background at sunset.

BEN RILEY

First of all, congratulations on being a senior! This is YOUR year!

You will make so many memories this year, and I am so excited that you are considering Ben Riley Photography to help you make some of those memories last a lifetime! Senior portraits are such a HUGE part of your senior year and I want to make this experience amazing for you!

You may not realize it yet, but think about it... when’s the next time you will have the opportunity for something like this? Believe it or not, it will most likely be your wedding day. Please don’t wait until then to have amazing portraits to document such an amazing time in your life.

This is YOUR time to celebrate your youth, your accomplishments and show off and build the confidence in who you are becoming. I want your senior photos to be the perfect representation of you. Browse this magazine, learn about my portrait process, see what makes my experience unique, and I look forward to photographing your model self this year!

A woman with long blonde hair and green eyes poses outdoors, holding a large green leaf with palm-like fronds. She wears a white crop top, red skirt with white floral pattern, and a delicate gold necklace.
A woman in a pink, tiered tulle dress smiling while standing in front of a colorful floral backdrop.
Young man sitting in a grassy field, wearing a striped t-shirt and shorts, looking thoughtfully into the distance.
Young woman with long straight hair, wearing a sleeveless black dress, gold hoop earrings, and a necklace with a pendant, smiling and leaning against a glass wall.
A black and white portrait of a woman with light hair wearing a dark cap, holding the brim of the cap with one hand and looking directly at the camera.
A young woman with long blonde hair wearing a yellow sleeveless top and blue jeans outdoors among green palm leaves.
Young woman with long wavy hair wearing a sleeveless white dress with embroidery, posing with one hand on her hip against a light beige background.
A woman laying on her back in a field of yellow sunflowers and small yellow flowers, smiling and holding a sunflower next to her face.
A woman with long dark hair wearing a beige wide-brimmed hat, white off-shoulder blouse, and beige pants sitting against a light-colored wall.
A woman standing in front of a rocky cave, wearing a striped shawl, white blouse, blue jeans, and high heels.
A young woman with bright blue eyes and blonde hair tied in a high bun, wearing glittery gloves and a sparkly top, posed against a pink background.
Young man wearing a black suit and black shirt, standing indoors with neon lights in the background.
A young woman with long blonde hair wearing a white lace dress, posing outdoors in a field during sunset, with her hands behind her head and a neutral expression.
A young man with short brown hair smiling while sitting outdoors among green plants and foliage.
A woman walking barefoot on rocks at the beach during daytime, with ocean waves crashing in the background and distant hills under a clear sky.
A young man in a black football jersey with the number 9 sitting on a yellow football goalpost against a cloudy sky.
A young woman with wavy blonde hair wearing a black dress and high heel sandals standing against a light-colored wall.
A woman with long dark hair, makeup, and a nose piercing, wearing a large tan hat and feather earrings, partially obscured by palm leaves, outdoors.
A young woman with long brown hair sitting in a field of pink flowers, wearing a white smocked dress with short ruffled sleeves.
A young woman with long blonde hair, smiling and wearing a light blue and white checkered crop top and skirt, standing at a bar counter and serving a milkshake topped with whipped cream and colorful sprinkles.
A young woman with long red hair, wearing a light pink dress and a pearl necklace, standing by a window with her arms crossed, looking at the camera.
Black and white photo of a young man with short hair, wearing a black T-shirt with text and layered necklaces.
Smiling young man with curly hair wearing a beige polo shirt standing outdoors near railing with blurred city buildings in background.
A young man with light skin, short brown hair, and wearing a light blue button-up shirt with sleeves rolled up, khaki pants, a belt, and a tattoo on his arm, standing against a wooden post in an indoor or rustic setting.
A woman in a patterned sundress and sandals sitting on a large rock near the beach, with her eyes closed and hair blowing in the wind.
A young woman with long, wavy blonde hair smiling and sitting on an orange couch, wearing a black sleeveless top, gold jewelry, and a watch.
Woman wearing a brown hat, sunglasses, and a yellow striped outfit with layered necklaces, posing against a plain gray background.
A young man with dark hair, wearing a white t-shirt, black pants, and a necklace with a cross, standing with his hands in his pockets beside a beige-colored garage door.
A young woman with long, wavy brown hair and makeup, smiling at the camera, wearing a black top and a brown leather jacket draped off her shoulder, outdoors during the daytime.
A young woman with long red hair sitting in a field of yellow flowers, wearing a striped sundress and a wide-brimmed brown hat.
A man performing a one-handed handstand outdoors in a desert landscape with mountains in the background during sunset or sunrise.
A woman with long blonde hair lying on green grass with small white flowers, wearing an orange dress and posing for the camera.
Close-up of a young person with curly hair and fair skin, looking to the side in low lighting.
A woman with long dark hair wearing sunglasses, an off-shoulder leopard print top, and black pants, standing outdoors during sunset with colorful autumn trees in the background.
A young woman with long wavy brown hair wearing a sleeveless white dress with lace and embroidery, standing with one hand on her hip against a plain beige background.
A young woman with long blonde hair wearing a pink sleeveless top, smiling outdoors with a blurred green background.
Young woman with long blonde hair and blue eyes standing under a pier near the water, wearing a beige top, a white cardigan, and a necklace.
A woman with curly red hair is making a playful gesture with her hand near her face, winking one eye, sticking out her tongue, and smiling. She is wearing a sleeveless light green top and beige checkered pants, standing in a bright, modern indoor spa
A young man with brown hair, wearing a white zip-up sweater and light gray pants, standing outdoors in a field with tall grass and trees in the background.
Young woman with long dark hair, wearing earrings and a necklace, smiling and resting her head on her hand in a white dress with pink polka dots outdoors.
A woman wearing large sunglasses, hoop earrings, a ruffled sleeveless dress, and high heels, posing with one hand behind her head and the other hanging down, smiling and standing against a light-colored wall.
Close-up of a young woman with dark brown hair, wearing a black off-shoulder top, sitting on outdoor stairs with metal railings, looking directly at the camera.
A young blonde woman with blue eyes, wearing a black top under a loose beige mesh sweater, standing outdoors on a beach.
A young woman with long, wavy brown hair, wearing a white pleated skirt, white heels, a white shirt, and a red sleeveless sweater, stands by a stone building with metal railings, smiling at the camera.
A smiling woman with wavy blonde hair wearing a pink dress with floral details, sitting on a white bench next to pink flowers.
A young woman with long brown hair and light makeup looking at the camera while standing on a beach at sunset, wearing a white textured long sleeve top and beige pants with a tied waist.
A young woman with wavy blonde hair standing outdoors on a bridge, wearing a long-sleeve black top and plaid shorts, looking to her left with her left hand on her hip and her right hand touching her head.
Young woman with shoulder-length brown hair, smiling, wearing a pink knit sweater over a blue denim shirt, standing outdoors by a glass window.
A woman walking on a sidewalk surrounded by green trees and bushes, wearing a red top, yellow overalls, and white sneakers.
Young woman with blonde hair and a checkered jacket smiling outdoors.
A woman in a red dress sitting on a modern white sofa with black and white patterned pillows, in an indoor environment with large potted plants and a glass wall.
A young man with light hair wearing a white shirt and light jeans, holding a dark jacket over his shoulder while sitting on a metal rail outdoors, with a blurred background of buildings.
Young woman with long wavy hair wearing a sleeveless white dress with a pattern and nude high heels, standing outdoors on a gray tiled surface in front of glass windows.
A young woman with blonde hair wearing a white knotted blouse, gray plaid skirt, and sunglasses on her head, standing outdoors among green bushes and pink flowers, carrying a black backpack.
Close-up portrait of a person with short brown hair, wearing a multicolored striped shirt, gold bracelet, and bracelet, posing with one hand on their forehead against a dark textured background.
A young woman with long brown hair, blue eyes, and light skin, smiling, is sitting on a sidewalk surrounded by fallen autumn leaves. She is wearing a black wide-brimmed hat, black long-sleeve blouse, a plaid skirt, and black thigh-high boots.
A woman with long blonde curled hair wearing a yellow coat, white top, light blue jeans, and white boots standing on a city sidewalk near a brick wall.
A young woman with blonde hair wearing a black hat, striped long sleeve shirt, and denim overalls, standing outdoors at sunset with sunlight behind her.
A woman walking outdoors in autumn, wearing a beige blazer, black dress, white ankle boots, and gold hoop earrings, with colorful fall foliage in the background.

WHAT makes us DIFFERENT FROM the rest

  • Fashion magazine titled "The What to Wear Guide" surrounded by a yellow striped shirt, tan shoes, a wide-brimmed hat, and sunglasses.

    Help every step of the way

    From your initial contact to the final install of your portrait art, I’ll help you through every step of the process.

  • A woman with long dark hair wearing a white top, navy blue jacket, and white pants posing for a photo while a man with a backpack takes her picture outdoors near a railing.

    I won’t rush your session

    We photograph for 2 to 3 hours to ensure I document every unique aspect of your personality and to allow for a variety of looks!

  • Makeup artist applying lip gloss to a young woman in a beauty salon.

    Professional makeup + hair

    Our stylists know exactly what it takes to make your makeup and hair look flawless (and waterproof) from the very first shot to the very last! 

  • Open photo album showing a woman with long brown hair, wearing a black hat and coat, smiling in outdoor photos with trees and leaves, viewed upside down.

    Live portrait design

    Taking your photos is only half the fun! We will meet 2-3 weeks after your session to assist you in designing all of your finished portrait art!

Begin Your Experience

YOUR PORTRAIT TIMELINE

  • 3-6 Months Before

    Schedule Your Session

    You can schedule your session with me by replying with your chosen date. From there, your $300 session retainer is due with your photography agreement, all online.

  • 6 Weeks Before

    Let's Prepare

    I'll send you some awesome resources to help you get ready like a what to wear guide, where to shop for your outfits, makeup and hair prep and more!

  • Session Day is Here

    Ooh! This Is The Fun Part!

    All of the session planning comes together to create a fun, energetic, and unique portrait session completely customized to you! Be ready to experience a photo session unlike anything you’ve experienced before.

  • 2 Weeks After

    Image Premiere

    Time for your image premiere where you get to see your photos! I will work with you one on one to select, design, and customize your portrait art as we build your custom portrait collection!

  • 4-6 Weeks After

    Order Delivery

    Your images have arrived! This is the best part! Your portrait art is thoroughly inspected to make sure it is perfect! It’s then packaged up and ready for you to enjoy!

Julia Jackson

“I’m forever grateful to Ben for adding a bit of magic to my senior year! I have adored and admired Ben’s work for YEARS. He is so talented and made me feel completely comfortable the entire session. It was so much fun to get to work with such a creative, thoughtful, energetic, kind, passionate photographer who saw my vision and ran with it wholeheartedly.”

Close-up of a woman with long dark hair, makeup, earrings, and a white top with pink polka dots, posing outdoors.

Featured Senior Gallery

Marlee Sonnier - Port Neches Groves HS
In Houston, Texas

Young woman in a pink, layered tulle dress, wearing white heels, jewelry, and a watch, smiling and leaning against a white wall outdoors.
Young woman in a pink dress with floral details, smiling, near a white wall.
A woman with long wavy blonde hair, wearing a pink dress with floral embellishments and tulle details, smiling and winking at the camera, accessorized with pearl earrings, a pearl necklace, and pearl bracelets, standing against a plain light gray bac
A woman with long blonde hair in a pink dress operates a touchscreen at a pink cupcake ATM with a lattice design.
A woman in a pink tulle dress and white high heels standing next to a pink cupcake ATM machine labeled 'Sprinkles' and 'Cupcake ATM'. She is smiling and holding a card to the screen.
A woman standing outdoors in a pink dress and white high heels, smiling, with a plain wall behind her.
Young woman walking on a sidewalk in front of boutique stores, smiling, wearing a white denim jumpsuit and pink high-heeled shoes with a feather detail.
A young woman walking on a city sidewalk, smiling, wearing a white denim romper and red feathered heels, with storefronts and glass windows in the background.
A young woman with long blonde hair wearing a white short-sleeve jumpsuit with rolled sleeves and pink sandals with fluffy accents, standing on a city sidewalk, smiling, with storefronts visible in the background.
A young woman with long wavy blonde hair and light skin, dressed in a white short-sleeved denim overall, stands on a paved sidewalk outside a building with glass windows and a black awning that reads 'Truani.' She is smiling, with one hand on her hea
A woman in a white denim jumpsuit walking on a city sidewalk, smiling, with pink fuzzy high-heeled shoes.
A smiling young woman with long wavy blonde hair sitting at a table in a cafe, wearing a white denim overall dress and accessories. She is resting her head on her left hand with a watch on her wrist, while her right arm is crossed over her lap, and t
A woman in a stylish black crop top and high-slit skirt, wearing black high heels, standing on a sidewalk with purple flowers in the background.
A smiling woman with long blonde hair and gold jewelry standing next to purple wisteria flowers, wearing a black dress.
A woman with long, wavy blonde hair and makeup, wearing a black strapless dress and jewelry, standing indoors with a floral background.
A young woman with long blonde hair and a black strapless dress standing next to a white wall and a large potted plant with pink flowers. She is smiling and wearing pearl bracelets and a gold necklace.
Young woman in black crop top and high-waisted black pants with side slit, wearing high heels, stands on sidewalk decorated with pink flowers and plants, in front of a shop with a sign that reads "LOVE STREET."
A young woman with long curly hair, sitting on an orange cushion bench, smiling at the camera in an outdoor urban setting.
A smiling woman with long wavy blonde hair, wearing a black strapless top with ruffled detail, sitting on an orange couch.
A woman in black dress and high heels standing against a light-colored tiled wall.
A woman with long, wavy blonde hair, wearing a black strapless dress and jewelry, standing against a light-colored textured wall.
A young woman with long, wavy blonde hair stands outside, wearing a white crop top with long sleeves and light blue pants. She has gold jewelry and a watch, and she is touching her hair with one hand while looking off to the side.
A woman with long blonde wavy hair, wearing a white blouse, light blue trousers, and white feathered heels, sitting on a wooden and metal park bench outside a modern building.
A young woman with long, wavy blonde hair wearing a white shirt, gold jewelry, and makeup, sitting outdoors and looking at the camera.
A young woman with long blonde hair smiling, wearing a white crop top, light blue wide-leg pants, and white pointed heels with feather details, standing against a beige stone wall on a city sidewalk.
A young woman with long blonde hair standing on an outdoor city street during daytime. She is wearing a white cropped blouse, light blue high-waisted trousers, and white shoes with feather details. She has gold jewelry and is posing with one hand in
A young woman with long wavy blonde hair wearing a white button-up shirt and light blue pants, standing outdoors among large green plants.
A woman in a pink ballet-inspired dress and white high heels standing outside a modern building with a sign that reads 'HERMÈS'.
A smiling young woman with long wavy hair in a pink dress standing in front of a vibrant flower wall with roses and other blossoms.
A woman with wavy blonde hair and closed eyes shows her holding a pink flower near her face among pink, red, and peach flowers in a lush garden.
Young woman with long wavy hair wearing a pink dress with floral details, white heels with bows, sitting on a decorative metal bench outside a boutique, smiling.
A young woman with long, wavy blonde hair and a big smile, wearing a light pink dress with floral details, sitting on a vintage bench with flowers nearby.
A woman with long, wavy hair wearing a white crop top, white skirt, and blue high heels standing outside in front of large glass windows, smiling at the camera.
A young woman standing outdoors in front of glass building, wearing a white dress and blue high heels, smiling and looking to the side.
Smiling woman in a purple graduation gown holding a matching purple diploma cover and cap, standing on a grassy field with trees and blurred buildings in the background.
A person holding a purple graduation cap embroidered with a charm that reads '2023,' wearing a purple gown and white top, with gold jewelry on their wrist and fingers.
A young woman in a purple graduation gown holding a diploma walks on a sidewalk in an outdoor area with a green lawn, modern buildings, and a tree in the background.
A woman wearing a white two-piece dress with a cutout and white high heels, draped in a purple coat, walking outside a building with large glass windows. She has long, wavy blonde hair and is smiling.
Young woman in a white dress with a cut-out, wearing a purple graduation gown, walking on the sidewalk and smiling.
A young woman with long, wavy blonde hair, wearing a white dress and purple graduation gown, standing outside near a glass building and smiling at the camera.

 FAQs

  • I schedule our senior sessions on Tuesdays through Fridays in Beaumont, Texas or travel to your city. Remember, your session will begin about two to three hours before the sun sets, so depending on the changes of daylight savings time.

  • The best thing you can do is SCHEDULE YOUR SESSION EARLY! I schedule our sessions out a few to several months in advance and have to turn seniors away every year because we’re completely sold out by the Spring of your graduating year! When you decide to book your session with us, your $300 session retainer is due along with your photography agreement. 

  • Yes you can! My professional makeup artists can give you ANY look you want, from super glam to super natural, you get to control how you look in your senior pictures. We even work with you before the session day to find out exactly what your face and hair will look like for your session.

  • Maybe! It all depends on our other plans for your session. Mention it during our pre-session consultation and I’ll do my best to make it happen!

  • We accept most major credit and debit cards, cash, Venmo, and Zelle. A $300 session retainer is due immediately upon booking your scheduled session. This ensures that your date is yours only and not open for any other clients. The rest of your payment is due 5 days before your session day.

  • Yes, yes, and yes. This is your session! If those things are important to you, we will include them in your session. Please be sure to mention them prior to your session so we can plan accordingly.

“Ben makes you feel beautiful. He made me feel so comfortable the entire time and was so enjoyable to be around. I wouldn’t have trusted anyone else with doing my senior pictures!.”

Savannah Wilson - Evadale High School

A smiling woman with long red hair wearing a wide-brimmed pink hat and a sleeveless top, sitting outdoors in a field of yellow flowers.

“Ben has turned my dreams and visions into a reality. One thing I love about Ben is that he makes each senior feel so special.”

Karley Swindel - Nederland High School

A young woman with platinum blonde hair and blue eyes, wearing a black top under a loose beige mesh sweater, standing outdoors near the water.

“Ben made it so easy to relax and have fun. He knows all the right posing and angles to make your pictures look stunning!”

Karleigh Hensley - Hardin-Jefferson High School

A young woman with long dark hair, green eyes, wearing a blue floral top, looks through a metal railing with her face partially framed by it.

Designer PORTRAIT ART

  • An open photo album showing a smiling woman with long, straight hair, wearing a black sleeveless top and gold jewelry, sitting near a window.

    The Gallery Album

    A client favorite! Each album is custom designed and hand crafted to showcase your entire gallery of images.

  • Living room with white walls, two large windows with views of water, white sofas, a round wooden coffee table with a plant, candles, and magazines, and three portrait photos of a young man above a white fireplace.

    Gallery Wrapped Canvases

    My gallery wrapped canvases are my clients top choice for wall portraits. Their rich colors and natural canvas texture create a show-stopping statement piece for your home.

  • Photo display of graduation announcements featuring a young woman in different outfits, with decorative stationery, notebooks, a gold ampersand, and a corkboard with notes and photos in the background.

    Invitations & Announcements

    A fundamental element of your senior year! These are fully customized so you will have a one-of-a-kind design unlike your friends. With 50+ designs to choose from, I have an announcement design to match any personality! 

  • A person holding a printed portrait of a young woman with long wavy hair, wearing a white top, against a plain background.

    Luxe Gift Prints

    A gifting staple for friends and family. Grandma will never complain about receiving a beautiful archive quality print of her all-grown-up grandbaby!

1. Session Fee
(Due Upon Scheduling)

  • To Photographer (upon scheduling)

    Your session fee includes:

    - 1.5 hours Session
    - Up to 3 Tailored Locations
    - 3 to 5 Styled Outfit Changes
    - Online Viewing Gallery
    - 2 Week Return Time

    *Session Fee does not include digital files or printed products. State and local tax applies to all orders.

    $300 - Schedule today

  • To Makeup Artist (on day of)

    Your Professional Makeup includes:

    - Professional Makeup Application
    - Top of the Line Products
    - Personalized Consultation
    - False Lashes
    - WATERPROOF for Humidity and Weather

    *Paid to Makeup Artist on Session Day”

    Makeup is optional, but encouraged.

    $85 - Optional

2. Choose Your Session
(Due After Gallery Delivery)

  • The Heirloom Collection

    Made for the senior who needs the essential images of their senior year in style.

    Inclusions:
    - 10 Client Selected Digital Images
    - Professional Retouching
    - Private Online Gallery
    - Personal Print Release

    Due after gallery delivery. All orders are subject to state and local sales tax.

    $300

  • The Favorite Collection

    Made for the senior who cares deeply about having their memories preserved.

    Inclusions:
    - 25 Client Selected Digital Images
    - Professional Retouching
    - High Definition Slideshow
    - Private Online Gallery
    - Personal Print Release

    Due after gallery delivery. All orders are subject to state and local sales tax.

    $500

  • The Legacy Collection

    Made for the senior and parent who wants it all. Luxurious products and styled images.

    Inclusions:
    - All Gallery Images (60 Minimum)
    - Professional Retouching
    - Gallery Album with 20 Images
    - Crystal USB and Storage
    - Private Online Gallery
    - Personal Print Release

    Due after gallery delivery. All orders are subject to state and local sales tax.

    $950

Macy Kendrick - Jasper High School

When it came to finding a senior photographer, it was a no brainer. I wanted the best. I can honestly say my senior session would not have gone near as smoothly had it not been for Ben."

A young woman with long dark hair wearing a black dress and earrings poses outdoors, holding a soccer ball on her shoulder with one arm raised over her head.
Red-haired woman in a light pink dress standing by a white wall, with arms crossed and looking at the camera.

LET'S DO THIS!

LET'S DO THIS!

I’m ready and waiting to make your senior photo dreams come true! 

If you have any further questions after reviewing this website, please don't hesitate to reach out!

Email
hello@benrileyphotography.com

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