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Stillwater High School, Cap and Gown Session. Stillwater, Minnnesota
Stillwater High School, Cap and Gown Session. Stillwater, Minnnesota

This is my second year doing this, and this group of young ladies from Stillwater High School in Stillwater, Minnesota, was a fun, relaxed crew who were pretty committed to making these images. We had a take two! Day one was crazy windy, our deadline was short to make these and get them edited as graduation is this Saturday, so we really needed to get this one done. However, our day one was a bit of a bust. We made some fun images; however, you can tell hair is going everywhere, and there were no breaks for even a patient group.


Day two, the next morning bright and early, we headed back to the high school. We knocked it out and had a pretty great time rocking sweet little white dresses, so beautiful and so classic, and that crazy cap that no one in the history of seniors graduating has ever loved or really figured out a HOT way to wear. I think my girls did a pretty great job of it. The little group breakouts were my favorite. This is a tight group, and I love the way they supported one another with helping with hair and making sure that gown hung just right.


Congratulations Class of 2025. And to my clients Adi and Lauren, I love ya!


Adison, it has been a distinct pleasure to work with you and your family for so very long. You and your sisters are a legacy family of Purpera Style, and my own family. I am so incredibly proud of you. I love your attention to detail and how aware of yourself you are, along with your demeanor, which for me exudes class and confidence, will take you far. Your standards are high, and I pray they stay that way.


Lauren, my sweet and sassy, I could not adore you more. I love how you are a go-getter and know just what you want. You never settle for anything but the best of what this life has to offer. Getting to know your family through hockey has been a huge blessing to me, and I adore your whole crew! I wish you the best of everything going forward, and I am so proud of you.



 
 
 

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Booking link for ALL portrait options for the summer of 2025: https://form.jotform.com/200415981872054


Hi y'all!

The above link is all portrait options for this summer ahead. My Early Senior Commits will receive first choice on all dates and times available. For all other seniors and other portrait needs please note the time frame options below:

Monday, Wednesday and Friday on my open non-booked or non-sports evenings will be the hours between 6-8:30pm. These options are reflected in the new options link. They range from all my 2026 High School Senior Options to couple sessions, family sessions and headshot sessions. These sessions may take place in my office in Stillwater, Minnesota or on location.


Saturday and Sunday are options as well by appointment only. Evenings are the best time during the summer for that sweet light and golden hour however my style rages from natural light to full on off-camera to studio lighting and during the weekends I am able to accommodate any and all time-frames. However Sunday is Church for me so availability will be in and around our service and my childrens hockey schedule.


Please reach out via email purperastylephoto@gmail.com with any questions you may have for your specific portrait needs. The only session selections that is not currently listed is my Sunflower Mini's or Tree Farm Minin's. These are seasonal and will be advertised on my social media when the time comes.


I am thankful and blessed for the current summer client list and am excited to meet so many more of you weather you are a 2026 High School senior still needing to book a summer\fall session or you have family portraits in mind, corporate headshots or a sunset sun soaked dream session you are interested in please do not hesitate to reach out, I can not wait to design your dream session with you!!!


XOXOXO ~ Amy Lynn






 
 
 


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Seasons! What's yours?


Spring , lets start there as it is right around the corner. Spring officially begins on March 20th. Usually it means we are heading into prom season, however June 20th is the end of spring and beginning of summer so somewhere right in that sweet spot early June is go time.


Spring can be an exciting time for your senior portrait session, your first! Your fresh look may still involve layers but you will have your session images back and to show off before the summer gets started. You will be the first to rock that Bohemian daydream, Coastal Cool or Elevated Athleisure. These are the looks that will be hot for spring and summer this season.


Summer is for the bare all crowd! It is the time where water and field locations shine, and don't get me going on that sweet sunset golden hour. Even the urban settings have a different coloring and vibe here in the summertime. Things to think about in the summer here in MN is events in your scouted location. Knowing what is going on can make a huge difference not only for drive time but crowds in the area. ie: (Downtown Stillwater can be nuts like on a Summer Tuesday!)


Fall is always a favorite but can be tough depending on the winter and spring that we have. I love the last week in September through the first few weeks in October for color vibrancy and cool temperatures. The one thing to remember about fall and light is that the sun starts to set earlier and earlier each day so I typically have my seniors take a mid morning leave or a full day off to grab the perfect part of the day. Weekends are out unless we are in a private location or field due to the fact that in any popular spot in MN in the Fall there are the last of us trying to get in some fall air and sites.


Winter! Well I love it. Cold, yes but lends itself to so many beautiful layered option looks and idyllic locations if your bold enough to play outside and have the guts to smile through the chilly air and nippish wind. Winter sports sessions are gorgeous and being a hockey mom and winter girl myself, I am all in if you are down.


So consider the above, your personal style, schedule and the the temperature you are willing to get out and play in and now look at that you have some idea of the season that fits you best.


Blog #3 will be on Location! Location! Location! Well some of my personal favorites anyway and some fun places my past seniors have allowed me to work with them in.


 
 
 
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OFFICE LOCATION

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Address: 901 S. 3rd Street

Stillwater, MN 55082

Suite: 203

Phone: 1.225.953.5606

Email:  purperastylephoto@gmail.com 

Monday - Saturday By Appointment only.

Sunday Closed Always

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