SWARTZ PORTRAITS BLOG

High school senior portraits by Swartz Portraits in Chesapeake and Virginia Beach showcasing Class of 2026 graduates

June

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2025

Your Magazine Moment Awaits: The Ultimate Guide to Senior Portraits for Class of 2026

Hey Class of 2026! ✨ Ready to make your senior year absolutely unforgettable? We're not talking about basic photos here; we're talking about creating your own personal fashion magazine that'll have everyone asking, "WHO took these amazing ...

First Colonial High School Class of 2025 Valedictorian Joseph S.

June

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2025

Future Yellow Jacket Excellence

There's something magical about watching a young person stand at the crossroads of their dreams and destiny. For Elizabeth and Tom Skidmore, that moment came when they watched their son Joseph walk across the stage as valedictorian of First Colonial ...

The Milkshake Factory at Cahoon Commons in Chesapeake, Virginia photographed by Ty Swartz, owner of Swartz Portraits specializing in High School Senior Portraits.

June

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2025

The Sweet Journey: My Milkshake Factory Discovery & Grand Opening Adventure!

Hey everyone! I'm absolutely buzzing with excitement to share my incredible journey with the brand-new Milkshake Factory in Chesapeake! As a professional photographer who's always on the hunt for the perfect locations and treats that fuel my ...

June

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2025

A Full Circle Moment: When Art, Dreams, and Destiny Collide

Imagine seeing your former student's social media post and feeling your heart skip a beat—not because of a typical graduation photo, but because of a dress that connects to a moment that changed your life forever.🎓 From Visual Design Prodigy ...

The inside of the Roman Colosseum a historical landmark in Rome, Italy

June

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2025

Capturing History Through Young Eyes: Ballard High School's Italian Adventure 📸✈️

What happens when you combine talented photography students, historic Italian landscapes, and professional portrait expertise? Pure magic! ✨ I recently had the incredible privilege of accompanying Grant L. (Class of 2026) and Nick W. (Class of 2025) ...

Sydney a Grassfield High School Class of 2025 senior is read prom ready and Virginia Tech Bound.

June

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2025

Sydney Class of 2025 Grassfield Prom

🎉 Congratulations, Sydney and Friends! Class of 2025 Spotlight 📸🌟 What an incredible journey it's been with you this year, Sydney! 🌟We are absolutely thrilled to celebrate our amazing Class of 2025 senior, Sydney, who has been such a joy to work ...

Keira a Hickory High School Class of 2025 Senior

June

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2025

✨ Meet Keira: Our First Class of 2025 Sunrise Senior Portrait Star! 🌅

We're absolutely thrilled to introduce you to Keira, an incredible Hickory High School Class of 2025 senior who made history as our very first sunrise senior portrait session of the year! 📸 There's something incredibly fitting about this ...

May

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2025

✨ Celebrating Amiya Bush: A Family's Journey Through Senior Year Milestones 🎓

Graduation season brings a whirlwind of emotions that every parent knows all too well. When we had the privilege of photographing Amiya Bush from Grassfield High School's Class of 2025, we witnessed firsthand the incredible pride and excitement that ...

Senior Photography in Chesapeake & Virginia Beach

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2025

What Makes Fine Art Senior Portraits Unique?

Creating a fine art senior portrait is about designing an enduring piece of art that captures the essence, personality, and aspirations of the individual. It goes beyond simply taking a picture; it’s about crafting a lasting work of art ...

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