Create Senior Portraits
That Stand Out
HIGH SCHOOL SENIOR PHOTOGRAPHY
Go beyond predictable senior portraits. Learn how to create bold, personality-driven images through dynamic posing, creative lighting, unique locations and real connection with your seniors.
Senior Photography with Sandy Puc’ + Nikolai Puc
THE ART OF SENIOR PHOTOGRAPHY
Every Senior Has a Story.
Learn to Bring It to Life.
Senior photography is about so much more than a great pose. It’s about discovering who is in front of your camera and creating images that capture their personality, passions and style. From athletes and musicians to artists, adventurers and quiet personalities, every senior gives you an opportunity to create something completely different.
In this course, Sandy and Nikolai will show you how they combine connection, posing, lighting, location and creativity to build sessions filled with variety and impact, while still creating the timeless images parents love.
Photographers Just Like You
Sandy’s mentorship was pivotal in my journey as a professional photographer. The resources, time and insight created practices and skills I still use to this day. ❤️
My time with Sandy, both in classes and as a client, have definitely changed me. From the first class that I attended, her teaching style matched my learning style perfectly. I learned so much from her, that I signed up for more classes, each time she was in town. When she offered her talent to photograph my family, I jumped on it. Our time together during the photo session taught me so much, in a very different way, and it truly made me love her and her talents even more! Sandy continues to be an inspiration, and I cannot wait to attend another class!
Every year when she toured back out to Southern Ca I knew I had to be at the workshop. Not only did she teach about photography and lighting, she also thought about business plans and how to structure a business to succeed. Here hands on workshop were always great. All the different types of workshops benefited me in ways I didn’t even know I needed. I could go on and on about everything I have learned and how successful my business is because of the things I have learned from Sandy, but I won’t. Anyone who invests in Sandy and her crew will not regret it. I will always be a student of Sandy Puc
Sandy Puc not only opened my mind and made this photography thing click to my brain, but she also brought me to tears with her story of her involvement with the Now I Lay Me Down To Sleep program. I was hooked. Since that time, I have attended numerous Sandy Puc Tours. From being captivated by her educational stories to being hands-on photographing a model in a pool, it has always been a highlight when I am around Sandy. Not only have I grown as a photographer from learning from Sandy, but I have also been honored to have her take the time out of her travels to photograph my family. Those photos will always be cherished. When photography education comes to mind, Sandy Puc will always be at the top of my list!
INSIDE THE COURSE
The Senior Photography Framework
From building a connection to creating the final image, Sandy Puc’ and Nikolai Puc share the techniques, creative thinking and business strategies behind unforgettable high school senior photography.
01 | CONNECTION & THE SENIOR EXPERIENCE
Creating Images That Feel Personal
Great senior photography starts before you ever press the shutter. Learn how to connect with high school seniors, discover what matters to them and build a session around their personality, interests and style.
- Building trust with seniors and parents
- Planning sessions around personality and interests
- Creating an experience seniors actually enjoy
- Incorporating sports, music, cars, pets, hobbies and passions
02 | POSING & DIRECTION
Confident Posing That Never Feels Stiff
Learn how to direct seniors naturally, whether they love the camera or would rather be anywhere else. Sandy and Nikolai share their approaches to posing, movement and expression for both guys and girls.
- Foundational posing for guys and girls
- Creating natural movement and authentic expression
- Working with shy or uncomfortable seniors
- Building variety quickly without forcing poses
03 | LIGHTING, LOCATION & COMPOSITION
Turn Any Location Into Something Extraordinary
Learn to see beyond the obvious and use light, composition and environment to transform everyday locations into incredible senior portraits.
- Natural and available light
- Creative and dramatic lighting techniques
- Choosing locations with purpose
- Composition, angles, depth and perspective
- Working through changing light and challenging conditions
04 | CREATIVITY & BUILDING THE BUSINESS
Create the Images They Remember
Push beyond the expected while building a senior program designed to bring clients back, generate referrals and create sales opportunities.
- Creating bold, dynamic signature images
- Building variety from classic to creative
- Marketing your senior photography
- Client retention and referrals
- Pricing, products and sales
SEE THE POSSIBILITIES
From Classic to
Completely Unexpected
Every senior brings something different to the camera. Learn how Sandy and Nikolai create variety within every session, from timeless portraits parents love to bold, dynamic images that celebrate each senior’s personality and passions.
THE ART OF THE PORTRAIT
One Senior.
Endless Possibilities.
Every location, expression, outfit and change in light gives you another opportunity to create. Explore the variety that can happen when strong technique meets creativity and connection.
MEET YOUR INSTRUCTORS
Two Photographers. Two Perspectives.
One Passion for Creating Images That Matter.
SANDY PUC'
Photographer • Educator • Studio Owner
For more than 37 years, Sandy Puc’ has built her career around creating meaningful portraits and helping photographers build stronger, more profitable businesses. She has photographed thousands of Colorado families across two generations and taught more than 10,000 photographers throughout her career.
In this course, Sandy brings decades of experience in connection, posing, lighting, client experience, marketing and building a senior photography program designed to last.
NIKOLAI PUC'
Photographer • Visual Storyteller • Creative
Nikolai Puc brings a bold, contemporary perspective to senior photography, with a style rooted in storytelling, light, movement and genuine connection. His ability to relate to high school seniors and create images around who they really are has become an important part of the Sandy Puc’ senior experience.
In this course, Nikolai shares how he approaches senior sessions creatively, from working with personality and movement to finding unexpected compositions, locations and light.
Together, Sandy and Nikolai give you two ways of seeing the same opportunity, helping you develop the skills and confidence to create senior portraits that feel like your own.
FOUNDERS PRE-LAUNCH
Choose How You Want to Learn
Start with Senior Photography or unlock the complete Sandy Puc Education collection. Founders receive special pre-launch pricing before the official course release.
SENIOR PHOTOGRAPHY COURSE
Master High School Senior Photography
$49
Founders Pre-Launch Price
Dive into the complete Senior Photography course with Sandy Puc’ and Nikolai Puc and learn the connection, posing, lighting, creativity and business strategies behind unforgettable senior portraits.
- Complete Senior Photography course
- Taught by Sandy Puc’ + Nikolai Puc
- Connection and the senior experience
- Posing and direction
- Lighting, location and composition
- Creativity, marketing, pricing and sales
Regular price $149 after the pre-launch period.
BEST VALUE
The Complete Founders Collection
$299
Founders Pre-Launch Price
Go beyond one course and get the complete Sandy Puc Education collection. Learn photography, lighting, posing, marketing, pricing, sales, studio management and more across 19 courses.
- All 19 Sandy Puc Education courses
- Senior Photography included
- Babies, children, families and maternity
- Lighting and photography foundations
- Pricing, sales, marketing and studio management
- New courses become available on their scheduled release dates
The complete collection will be $997 after the launch period.
QUESTIONS? WE'VE GOT YOU
Senior Photography Course FAQ
Who is this course designed for?
This course is designed for photographers who want to create stronger high school senior portraits and build or grow the senior side of their photography business. Whether you are newer to senior photography or have been photographing seniors for years, Sandy and Nikolai will share techniques and ideas you can adapt to your own style and clients.
Is this course about photographing high school seniors?
Yes! This course is completely focused on photographing graduating high school students. You’ll learn how to connect with teens, pose and direct them naturally, create variety, work with different locations and lighting, and build images around their personalities and interests.
Who teaches the Senior Photography course?
Senior Photography is taught by Sandy Puc’ and Nikolai Puc. You’ll learn from two photographers with different perspectives, creative approaches and experiences working with high school seniors.
What will I learn in the course?
The course covers the senior experience, connection, posing and direction, lighting, locations, composition, creativity, marketing, client retention, pricing, products and sales.
What is the difference between the $49 course and the $299 Founders Collection?
The $49 option gives you the Senior Photography course. The $299 Founders Collection includes all 19 Sandy Puc Education courses, including Senior Photography, as they become available on their scheduled release dates.
When will I get access to the Senior Photography course?
Your Senior Photography course will become available on its scheduled release date. If you purchase the Founders Collection, each course will become available as it is released.
Photography education built from 37 years behind the camera and in the studio. Real experience, practical education, and lessons designed to help photographers create, connect, and build a business they love.
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