TISH OCONNOR PHOTOGRAPHY

SENIOR

LOCATION GUIDE

Young woman with long brown hair smiling, leaning against a stone wall outdoors, wearing a white dress with puffed sleeves, greenery in the background.
A young man wearing a yellow baseball cap with an 'M' logo, mirrored sunglasses, and a white pinstriped baseball jersey leaning on a yellow fence.
Smiling young woman with curly hair standing outdoors near a brick arch and green trees.
A young woman with blonde hair and blue eyes lying on her stomach in a field of tall grass and white flowers, resting her face on her hand and smiling softly.

WELCOME!

A teenage boy in a basketball uniform sitting on a gymnasium floor, leaning against the wall, tossing basketball in air.
A smiling woman with black wavy hair wearing a white sleeveless top and denim shorts standing among white and pink flowers in a lush garden.

LOCATION GUIDE

TISH OCONNOR PHOTOGRAPHY

A young woman with long brown hair, glasses, and a orange headband, lies on her stomach on a brick porch, resting her head on her hand, with a slight smile. She is wearing a white shirt and brown embroidered pants. There are three books stacked in front of her.
A young man with curly brown hair, wearing a plaid shirt over a light gray motorcycle T-shirt, blue jeans, and black sneakers, crouching on a wooden pathway next to a stone wall.
A young woman in a white dress sitting on a wooden stool in a grassy field holding a small bouquet of white flowers, outdoors during daylight with green foliage in the background.

I'm so excited to help you plan your session! Your locations set the mood and provide the perfect backdrop for your photos, and I'm here to help you pick spots that feel just right.

Choose locations that are meaningful to you - places that reflect your personality, hobbies, or personal story. Love nature? We'll find outdoor settings. More of a city vibe? Urban spots are perfect. You can also combine them, one location urban, one rural, for a variety of looks. Think outside the box, too. A favorite local hangout like Starbucks or Dairy Queen can make for fun, personal photos.

A young woman with long black hair smiling at the camera, wearing a blue floral dress, standing outdoors by a body of water with mountains in the background.

Take a look through the location list and explore any spots that catch your eye. Think about your outfits and colors — do they match the location or clash?

Need inspiration? Check out my Instagram (@tishoconnorphotography) or my Senior Portfolio at tishoconnorphotography.com. You can even send me screenshots of photos you like, and I’ll tell you where they were taken.

If you need photos to visualize any of the locations on the list, I’m happy to share photos. I’m always open to new ideas including private property or unique spots you have in mind. I can’t wait to plan your session!

5 TIPS FOR PICKING THE RIGHT LOCATIONS

Young woman with long dark hair smiling and looking over her shoulder, wearing a black dress with the back tied at the top, holding her hair with her left hand, standing on a blurred outdoor pathway with greenery and buildings in the background.

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WHAT IS MEANINGFUL TO YOU

Your photos should reflect who you are in this season of life. Think about your hobbies and interests — music, sports, reading, and more. Locations like the Arts Center, local library, tennis courts, or even your high school can create a meaningful, personalized backdrop for your senior session.

A young man in a teal Carhartt beanie, beige fleece jacket, black shirt, and blue jeans squatting in a grassy field with trees in the background during fall.

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WHAT WILL YOU BE WEARING

Your outfit can help guide your location.

Love flannels and an outdoorsy feel? The woods or a field are a great fit. Dreaming of a flowy dress and floppy hat? A lake or golden field gives you that soft, natural look. Rocking bold heels and a trendy outfit? Downtown adds a modern edge.

A young woman in a white dress and cowboy boots holds a bouquet of colorful flowers and walks along a nature trail surrounded by greenery.

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CONSIDER THE SEASON

Wildflowers, fall leaves, or summer sunsets can completely change the feel of your session. Spring offers soft blooms and fresh greens, summer brings lush landscapes and glowing golden light, and fall adds rich tones and cozy textures — choosing the right season helps create a cohesive look.

A young woman with long brown hair smiling and holding a plaid blanket, walking on a wooden bridge covered with fallen leaves during fall.

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EXPLORE

You are making an investment in senior portraits. Please take the time to explore the different locations on my guide before your shoot to find the right spots for you. If you are having trouble visualizing what you want, take some time to look through my Senior Portfolio on my website or my Instagram feed, @tishoconnorphotography.

A young woman in a maroon and blue volleyball uniform smiling and pointing at the camera, sitting in a basketball hoop with her legs over the rim, inside a gym.

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THINK BEYOND THE LIST

Have a meaningful spot or private property in mind? I’m always open to new locations — especially places that tell your story. Family land, a friend’s farm, your grandparents’ house, or a favorite hangout can make your session even more unique and personal.

LOCATION GUIDE

TISH OCONNOR PHOTOGRAPHY

TRADITIONAL

PARK HOME - porches, teal metal benches, cement stairs, open grass yard with trees, sidewalks, gazebo

LYCOMING COLLEGE - stone walls, steps, garden area, benches, sidewalks, black metal stairway, brick walls, fountains by new Music building, open grassy area

PENN COLLEGE - fountains, Victorian House, bright flowers in summer, brown brick courtyard with few smaller fountains

BUSH HOUSE ESTATE - $30 permit fee, Brick archway, brick walls, beautiful doors, red front door, covered porch, white barn

YOUR HIGH SCHOOL OR ATHLETIC FIELD

urban/downtown

I’ve listed a few main areas, but I encourage you to explore around town and discover spots that really stand out to you.

PINE SQUARE/BRICKYARD AREA

WILLIAMS STREET - STOREFRONTS BLACK BRICK, RED/ORANGE BRICK, DOORS, INTERESTING ARCHITECTURE

GENETTI

FCFP BUILDING 4TH STREET - RED DOOR, STEPS

CELLBLOCK

COLORFUL MURAL BY BULLFROG

COMMUNITY ARTS CENTE

COMMUNITY THEATER LEAGUE

FRANCOS AREA + FOURTH STREET

COURTHOUSE AREA WITH FOUNTAINS

PARKING DECKS

FRONT AND BACK OF LAW FIRM ON 433 MARKET - GORGEOUS SUMMER FLOWERS

PDC SPA LOCATION - CHURCH STREET - BLACK WINDOWED GARAGE DOOR, BLACK BUILDING

THIRD STREET/MARKET - IVY COVERED TREES, BRICK SIDEWALK

PENN TOWER BUILDING THIRD STREET - WHITE CEMENT COLUMNS

HESHBON RUSTIC BRIDGES – Bridge, bike path, wooden fence

THE PAJAMA FACTORY – $50 fee for use of outdoor +minimal indoor space. Note: We can shoot on the outer perimeter of the PJ Factory for no fee - Brick exterior, black fire escape stairway, teal doors

ALLEY BEHIND CROUSE FUNERAL HOME – Barn-type red door and pinkish door, vines on nearby walls, brick wall nearby. John Ryan Brewery as well as bulidings along third street

WHITE BARN AT THE BUSH HOUSE – $30 permit fee

rustic settings

RIDER PARK - old stone foundations, high grasses, wildlflowers in summer, grassy and gravel pathways

ROSE VALLEY LAKE - lake, grasses, mowed grass paths, dock, rocks by water, boats

RIVERFRONT PARK - bridge, gravel path, open grassy area, high weeds/grasses, down the road is dock by river

SUSQUEHANNA STATE PARK (by Hiawatha) dock in river, rocks by water, tree-lined dike, some green grasses by water

BRUCE HENRY PARK - creek with walking bridge in background, rocks across water, paved pathway, wildflowers mid to late summer

HERITAGE PARK MUNCY

MILL ST RECREATION AREA (Behind Montoursville bridge) Open creek, grasses, river rocks by creek

RIVERWALK WILLIAMSPORT ACROSS FROM WEGMANS - Riverwalk, cement steps down to river, large rocks to sit on, some green grasses and vegetation down by river in season

natural settings

BRANDON PARK - Sidewalks, benches, rose trellis, band shell, flowers, logs/stones in interactive play garden, flowering trees spring, gazebo-type building, stone wall/columns by entrance

INDIAN PARK - Red-covered bridge, paved path, pond, cement tunnel by creek, rocks by creek, some bright colorful trees in the fall, white gazebo

JAMES SHORT PARK - Creek, Callie’s Garden, swings, basketball court, pickleball courts, wildflowers mid to late summer

LYCOMING SENSORY GARDEN - Lots of summer flowers, stone wall, small stream area, trellis, white fence, down below is a creek, corn field in fall

WAYS GARDEN (MARKET AND 4TH ST) - Pergola, water fountain, sidewalks, flowers in summer, benches

parks

A young woman with long blonde hair standing outdoors in a park-like setting surrounded by pink flowering branches, wearing a beige sleeveless top and light-colored high-waisted pants.
A young woman with long wavy blonde hair sits in a field of wildflowers, wearing a black sleeveless top and a floral skirt, holding a black hat with a chain in her lap.
A woman in a white ruffled dress sitting on a weathered wooden bench outdoors with greenery and flowers in the background, holding a flower in her hair.
A young woman with long, wavy blonde hair wearing a blue and white patterned sleeveless top and light blue jeans, standing outdoors next to a yellow wall with green leafy vines.

THIS IS YOUR MOMENT - LET’S MAKE IT UNFORGETTABLE!