Senior Portraits That Actually Look Like YOU 📸
Fine art senior pictures Chesapeake & Virginia Beach photographers. Multiple locations. Your style. Only 100 sessions per year.
See the Difference
From first look to final edit, see how we transform your session into fine art portraits. Senior photography Virginia Beach at its finest.

OFF THE BEATEN PATH
Hidden Chesapeake & Virginia Beach gems

Fine Art Edit
Professional retouching, premium quality

Fashion Forward
Multiple outfits, personal style

Location Variety
Multiple scenic spots included

You Reimagined
Fine art portraits that last forever

Sunrise Portraits
Golden light, magical moments

Urban Style
Modern poses, downtown vibes

Golden Hour
Soft light, dreamy aesthetics

Travel Up to 100 Miles
Chesapeake photographers serving your area
Why Families Choose Us 🏆
We're not here to rush through poses or check boxes. We create an experience where your senior feels confident, celebrated, and seen for who they really are. Senior pictures near me that actually matter.
2+ Hour Session
(Plenty of time)
Unlimited Outfit Changes
(Show all sides)
Multiple Locations
(Variety & depth)
Fine Art Editing
(Premium quality)
Your Senior Portrait Investment 💎
One transparent price. Everything included. No hidden fees, no surprise costs—just beautiful portraits of your senior.
Senior Portrait session
Everything included
One transparent price
- 2-5+ Hour Portrait Session
- Location Scouting
- Unlimited Outfit Changes
- Fine Art Editing & Retouching
- Custom Designed Seniors Magazine
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Ready?
Ready to Start Your Senior Experience? 📷
The first step for all Swartz Portraits clients is booking a free consultation so we can plan, create, and organize the best senior experience for you. We are creating art, and this is what truly sets us apart—we want to hear from you and learn about your vision and ideas. Your senior year only happens once. Let's make it count.
Why Swartz Portraits Stands Out
Not all photography studios in Chesapeake, Virginia Beach, and Hampton Roads are equal. See why we're the choice of discerning families.
School Contracted Photographer
Generic Studio
Swartz Portraits
Mall Studio
DIY/Friends
Exclusive Availability
Only 100 sessions annually. We turn away requests to ensure your moment receives undivided attention.
Four Decades of Photographic Mastery
40 years refining the craft. Your portraits deserve a master artist, not someone learning on your investment.
Fine Art Quality
Handcrafted, made in Italy, gallery-grade images on museum archival paper. Heirloom artwork your family will treasure for generations to come.
Why We Only Take 100 Sessions Per Year
Class of 2026 Portrait Sessions
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Class of 2026 Exclusive
September 2026
Historic Italian castle backdrop
On the famous canals of Venice
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What's Your Next Step?
You don't book directly online. First, schedule a FREE 45-minute consultation with Ty to discuss your senior portrait vision, session options, and availability. During the consultation, you'll get personalized recommendations and can reserve your session immediately.
🎓 Spots filling fast for Class of 2026
🎯 Book Jan 1 - July 5 = Automatic entry for Italy trip drawing!
👗 $1,000 Luxury Clothing Credit included in grand prize
📅 Live Drawing: July 6, 2026
💭 How Our Process Works
See Your Senior Session Come to Life
From your first click to final fine art portraits, watch how our Chesapeake senior picture photographers and Virginia Beach senior photography experts transform your vision into memories you'll treasure forever.
Why Our Senior Photo Sessions Stand Out 💫
We don't just take pictures. We create an experience where you feel confident, comfortable, and authentically YOU. Watch real seniors share their behind-the-scenes journey as professional senior photographers near you bring out your true personality—no awkward poses, no pressure, just genuine you.
- Professional lighting setup with multiple scenic locations
- Expert wardrobe styling guidance included throughout
- Unlimited outfit changes and pose variety
- Natural, authentic poses—no weird, uncomfortable angles
- Same-day sneak peek previews with professional tips
- Fine art editing and premium retouching
Ready to see yourself through our lens? Our artistic senior portraits and professional senior photography sessions in Chesapeake and Virginia Beach are designed specifically for you. Let's create portraits that actually capture who you are.
Book Your Free ConsultationWhy Seniors & Families Trust Our Studio 🏆
✨ What Families Are Saying
Real Reviews from Real Clients
On Google

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"Mr. Swartz has a gift working with people. He took photos for our Marching band and help each senior look their best. He knew how to pose each student to best highlight their instrument and personality. He is wonderful to work with!"

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"Great experience. Ty got our hesitant son to relax and open up for some amazing images. Highly recommend! Reasonable price and amazing service."

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"Amazing experience! My daughter's senior pictures are better than anything I could have hoped for. Ty is a Master Photographer—low pressure, easy to work with, professional, and talented. The best last-minute decision I've ever made!"

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"Mr. Swartz was extremely professional, funny, and kind. He captured my daughter's vision in every setting. When we viewed the final results, I had to grab tissues—I was absolutely stunned. His abilities and final product are top tier!"
📸 Your Moment Matters
Tired of Boring School Photos? Let's Create Something Authentically You 📸
Your senior year only happens once. Don't settle for the same generic portraits everyone else got. This is YOUR once-in-a-lifetime moment 💫
School photographers shoot 100+ seniors the same day with identical poses and unflattering lighting. You end up looking like everyone else. Those yearbook photos are free for a reason—they're mass-produced, not meant to be treasured. They capture a moment, but they don't capture you.
Your senior portraits should tell YOUR story. They should capture YOUR personality, YOUR style, YOUR authentic self. This is your transition year—the moment when you're becoming who you're meant to be. The photos you create now should reflect that confidence, that transformation, that unique version of you that only exists right now. These aren't just photos. They're proof you showed up as yourself. 🌟
At Swartz Portraits, we don't do cookie-cutter. We create up to 5-hour sessions where you have time to be yourself. We bring you on custom boat tours to unreachable Virginia Beach locations 🚤. We travel up to 100 miles finding the perfect spot that matches your vision 📍. You get unlimited outfit changes, sunrise sessions 🌄, golden hour magic 🌅, and fine art editing that makes your portraits look like gallery pieces. The difference shows.
Ready to create portraits as remarkable as you are? 🚀
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Parents' Senior Portraits vs. Yours 📸
Your parents' senior photos were different times. Different technology. Different expectations. Today's portraits should be authentically YOU—capturing your personality, your style, your vision. Not a recycled template. Not a generic studio backdrop. Something that's uniquely yours. 💫
📷 Parents' Era Portraits
- ⚠️Posed, stiff, uncomfortable vibes
- ⚠️Same boring backdrop choices
- ⚠️Limited time, rushed session
- ⚠️Basic editing, flat quality
- ⚠️Not shareable on socials
🏢 Generic Studio Chains
- ❌Corporate cookie-cutter process
- ❌Feels mass-produced and fake
- ❌Overpriced for what you get
- ❌No personalized consultation
- ❌Doesn't capture who YOU actually are
✨ Swartz Portraits
- ✅Up to 5-Hour sessions = time to relax
- ✅Unlimited outfit changes = show all sides of you
- ✅Sunrise sessions, boat tours 🚤, 100-mile travel 📍
- ✅Fine art editing that's gallery-quality
- ✅Portraits you'll love sharing & treasuring forever
Here's the truth: Your parents had generic portraits. Your generation deserves something authentically YOU—not a copy of what came before. At Swartz Portraits, we don't follow templates. We create art that celebrates who YOU are, right now, in this moment of your life. Your senior year won't happen again. Make these portraits count. 💎
Ready for portraits that actually feel like YOU? 🚀
Take the First StepSchedule Your Consultation Today
Your Senior Portrait Experience 🌟
From the moment you book your consultation to the day your prints arrive, every step is designed with YOU in mind. This isn't a transaction—it's an experience.
Our Simple 6-Step Process 📋
Here's exactly what happens from the moment you decide to book your senior portraits. No surprises. No confusion. Just clarity and excitement every step of the way. 💫
Meet with us and discuss your vision for your senior session. We get to know YOU, hear your ideas, and start planning something special.
⏱️ 45-60 minutesPick the date, time, and locations that work best for your schedule. We'll coordinate everything to make sure your session is perfectly timed.
⏱️ 5-10 minutesUp to 5 hours of creating fine art portraits with unlimited outfit changes, sunrise sessions 🌄, boat tours 🚤, and stunning multiple locations 📍. This is YOUR time.
⏱️ 5+ hours7-10 days later, view your professionally edited proofs. See the magic come to life. Choose your favorites for your final collection.
⏱️ 7-10 daysYour selected images are uploaded to your private gallery instantly upon purchase. Download, share, and enjoy them anywhere, anytime.
⏱️ InstantYour handmade, museum-quality prints arrive 4-5 weeks after purchase. Heirloom-quality images made to last your entire lifetime.
⏱️ 4-5 weeksWhy This Experience Matters 💫
Your photos celebrate who you actually are—not a generic template or cookie-cutter process. These are fine art portraits that reflect your personality, style, and unique perspective.
This isn't just about photos. It's about spending hours with someone who celebrates you, listens to your vision, and makes you feel truly seen and celebrated. That's priceless.
Your prints are museum-quality, handcrafted in Italy. These aren't digital files that disappear. These are images you'll treasure forever—and pass down to your future family.
We travel 100+ miles to find the perfect locations. Sunrise sessions 🌄, custom boat tours 🚤, scenic backdrops—your session happens where YOUR vision comes to life.
Up to 5 hours gives you time to relax, laugh, and let your authentic self shine. No rush. No stress. Just YOU—unfiltered and genuinely celebrated.
Get your digital images immediately. Share them on socials, send to friends, use them for college applications. Your photos work for YOU—instantly and forever.
Ready to Create Something Uniquely YOU? 🚀
Your senior year only happens once. Don't settle for generic. Book your free consultation today and let's start planning your generational fine art portraits.
Take the First StepSchedule Your Consultation Today
Questions? We've Got Answers 🤔
Isn't this expensive?
It's an investment in yourself—and your future. Think about it: you'll have these images for your entire life. Display them in your dorm, on your wall, in your home someday. They're heirloom-quality, which means they're printed to last for generations. Plus, you get up to 5 hours with a professional, unlimited outfit changes, multiple locations, fine art editing, and more. That's not expensive. That's an investment worth keeping forever.
What if I'm not photogenic?
Everyone is photogenic with the right photographer, lighting, and vibe. We've photographed hundreds of seniors who said the exact same thing before their session. After 5+ hours of laughing, moving around, and being authentically YOU? They all walked away amazed at what we captured. You're photogenic. You just need someone who knows how to bring that out.
Can I bring my best friend, pet, or significant other?
Absolutely! Having your support system there helps you relax and be yourself. Plus, we can capture some amazing images of you together. We keep the focus on YOU and celebrating your moment while creating bonus portraits with the people you love.
What if I don't like my outfit choices?
That's what the consultation is for! We'll talk through what looks good on you, what reflects your personality, and what will photograph well. You'll come prepared with outfits you genuinely love. And if something isn't working during the shoot? We pivot. This is YOUR session. We want you confident in every frame.
How long until I get my images?
You'll see all your professionally edited images during the reveal session 7-10 days after your shoot. Then you'll select your favorites and decide what to order. Your final selected images are delivered digitally immediately upon purchase. Prints ship 4-5 weeks after ordering. We know you're excited—we make sure the wait is worth it.
When should I book my session?
ASAP. Seriously. Senior portrait sessions book out fast, especially during peak season (summer and fall). If you want your preferred dates and times, reach out now. We want you to have plenty of time to prepare, enjoy the experience, and have your images before graduation festivities hit.
Do you really travel up to 100 miles?
Yes. We don't just work from one studio backdrop. We travel to find the perfect locations that match YOUR vision. Sunrise sessions on the beach, custom boat tours to unreachable spots, scenic overlooks, urban environments—whatever makes you feel like yourself, we'll find it and we'll photograph it beautifully.
Will I actually use these photos?
Absolutely. Your digital images are instantly shareable on socials, perfect for college applications, great for your room, and perfect for family. Your prints become cherished pieces you display forever. These aren't photos that sit in a folder—they're images you'll actually love sharing and treasuring.
Your Senior Portraits Deserve Better 🌟
Captured by a nationally ranked high school senior photographer with 40 years of professional expertise
Your Consultation Includes Exclusive Gifts 🎁

Meet Eden 🎨
Landstown Governor STEM Academy senior (Class of 2026). Ty spotted Eden's prom dress on Instagram and was intrigued by its artistic potential. That same week, Ty had just returned from New York City, where he photographed Starry Night by Van Gogh at MoMA.
The connection was immediate. Ty reached out to Eden and asked if she'd want to collaborate—not for a price, but for the art and creativity. The result? A stunning session that transformed Eden's vision into fine art portraits that tell her unique story. This is what makes us different: Ty is constantly scrolling Instagram, watching TikToks, and connecting with seniors he finds. He genuinely loves the creative process and often reaches out with no obligation to book—just asking if they want to create art together.
What Sets Us Apart 💎
Meet Ty Swartz 🙋♂️
Since 1986—that's nearly 40 years of professional photography—Ty has been perfecting his craft. He's not just experienced; he's obsessed with capturing the essence of high school seniors at this pivotal moment in their lives.
Ty holds multiple professional certifications and credentials, proving his commitment to world-class results. But more than credentials, what matters is his genuine passion for making you feel confident, comfortable, and authentically seen during your session.
Community Partners We've Supported 🤝
Swartz Portraits is proud to sponsor student activities at local high schools. We believe in giving back to the community that's supported our business for nearly 40 years. Your investment supports future generations.
Our Exclusivity Promise 🌟
We photograph exactly 100 seniors per year. No more. This isn't about ego—it's about respect for your time and talent. When you book with Swartz Portraits, you're not just a number in a database. You get Ty's full attention, strategic location scouting, personalized outfit coordination, and the artistry that comes from photographing high school seniors and only high school seniors.
School-contracted photographers shoot hundreds or thousands with cookie-cutter approaches. We do 100 and treat each one like they're the only one. Your senior year happens once. Invest in it.
Your Moment to Shine Starts Here 🚀
Book your free 45-60 minute consultation today. Get expert advice on outfit selection, location ideas, posing tips, and walk away with exclusive gifts. You've got nothing to lose and stunning portraits to gain.
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Share Your Love 💕
Know another senior? You'll both be rewarded. When you refer a friend who books, you BOTH get amazing perks. It's that simple—and that generous.
You Get
- ✓$50 credit toward prints
- ✓Free high-res digital file
- ✓Special alumni recognition
They Get
- ✓$50 discount on session
- ✓Your personal recommendation
- ✓Direct booking connection
How It Works 🚀
Get Your Link
Submit your referral and receive your unique code to share with friends.
Share It Out
Text, DM, or post on socials. Tell them why you loved your session.
They Book & You Win
When they use your code to book, both rewards activate automatically.
Why We Do This 💭
Because your friends deserve the same experience you had. Your experience was amazing. You know what it's like to feel genuinely seen, celebrated, and excited about your portraits. When you refer someone, you're giving them the gift of authenticity and artistry. And yes, you get rewarded for spreading that love. Win-win.