Beavertail Senior Photos in Jamestown RI | Rhode Island Senior Portrait Photographer

Posted on 2 Days Ago by Melissa Lacouture

Beavertail Senior Photos in Jamestown, RI

A Beautiful Rhode Island Senior Portrait Session by the Water

Senior portrait sessions are always special, but this one meant even more to me.

I have been photographing this senior since she was a toddler, and over the years I have captured so many milestones for this family—including all of her siblings’ senior portraits. This session was especially emotional because she is the baby and therefore the last senior in the family.

It feels impossible that the little girl I first photographed years ago is now getting ready to graduate.

Why Beavertail is One of the Best Senior Photo Locations in Rhode Island

For her senior session, she knew she wanted a location with both greenery and water, which made Beavertail in Jamestown, RI the perfect choice.

Beavertail State Park offers so much variety for senior portraits. Between the rocky coastline, ocean views, tall grass, and green landscape, it gives us so many different looks without needing to travel to multiple locations. It doesn’t even look like Rhode Island!

Three Outfits, Three Different Looks

She brought three outfits to her senior portrait session, which was perfect for making the most of everything Beavertail has to offer.

One outfit felt casual and relaxed, another was a little dressier, and the third gave us a completely different look. Outfit changes are one of my favorite ways to add variety to a senior gallery because they make it feel like multiple sessions in one.

With the greenery, the rocky shoreline, and the water all around us, every outfit had its own vibe and personality.

Senior Photos That Feel Personal

One of the best things about senior portraits is creating images that actually feel like you!

This session was not just about just taking beautiful photos. It was also about documenting the end of one chapter in life and the beginning of another.

Knowing that I have photographed this family for so many years made this session extra meaningful. Watching families grow over time is one of the greatest parts of what I do, and being trusted to capture one final senior session for this family felt incredibly special.

Planning Senior Pictures at Beavertail in Jamestown, RI

If you are looking for senior picture locations in Rhode Island, Beavertail is one of my favorite spots. It is perfect for seniors who want:

Ocean views
Greenery and nature
Rocky coastline
Multiple looks in one location
Something a little different but with that classic Rhode Island feel

Whether you want something casual, dressy, beachy, or natural, Beavertail gives us so many options for creating a senior gallery that feels completely unique to you.

Senior Portrait Session in Jamestown, RI

Senior Portrait Session in Beavertail Park in Jamestown, RI

Senior Portrait Session on the water at Beavertail in Jamestown, RI

Beach Senior Session in Newport, RI with Best Friends

Posted on February 3 by Melissa Lacouture

There’s something extra special about senior sessions but what about one shared with a best friend? This beach senior session in Newport, RI was the perfect example of that. These two girls have grown up side by side, and celebrating their senior year together made the session feel relaxed, fun, and full of genuine moments.

We spent the evening on the beach taking advantage of the soft ocean light and natural textures of the sand and dunes. Each senior had time for individual portraits in multiple outfits, giving them a variety of looks that felt true to their personalities. From dresses to more casual outfits (including some red striped pants that I’m still obsessed with!), the wardrobe changes helped create a gallery that feels both timeless and uniquely them.

Of course, some of my favorite images came from photographing them together. Laughing and just being themselves, these best friends brought such an easy energy to the session. Sharing a senior session is a great option for friends who want beautiful individual portraits while also documenting an important season of life they’re experiencing together. It also saves you a buck or two!

Girl poses for her senior session on the beach in Newport, RI

Girls poses for her senior session on the beach in Newport, RI

Senior Portrait Session in Newport – RI Senior Photographer

Posted on February 7, 2025 by Melissa Lacouture

Sometimes, rescheduling for weather feels like a hassle, but for this Newport senior session, it was so worth it. The golden hour light on the beach? Absolute perfection.

We couldn’t have asked for a better beach day! We had the best lighting, the kind of dreamy glow that photographers live for. My subject brought awesome outfits, natural confidence, and her sweet mother. All the elements of a super fun session.

Rescheduling for the weather? Totally worth it. This session turned out to be one for the books, with the beach in Newport showing off at its best. Senior portraits like this are all about celebrating the now while looking ahead to the amazing future—and this gallery has it all.

Senior session on the beach in Newport, RI

Capturing Memories: Fall Senior Portraits Blithewold in Bristol RI

Posted on January 26, 2025 by Melissa Lacouture

Fall in New England is nothing short of magical and Blithewold Mansion in Bristol, RI provides the perfect backdrop for any senior portrait session. We were lucky to hit the golden hour – giving everything that warm, dreamy light that makes photos feel so timeless.

Our senior looked amazing and her personality shone through in every frame! From fun poses in the gardens to candid moments along the mansion’s pathways, each shot reflected their her style and confidence.

Blithewold Mansion never fails to inspire creativity, and this session was no exception. As we wrapped up, we couldn’t help but feel grateful for the chance to work in such an iconic location with such a fantastic client. Senior year is such a special time, and I’m always so honored to have been part of celebrating it!

Fall Senior Portrait at Blithewold Mansion in Bristol, RI

Alex’s Senior Portrait – RI Senior Portraits

Posted on October 5, 2011 by Melissa Lacouture

When the Lifetouch Senior Portrait brochure showed up at the house Alex ripped it up and said “Meesha is taking my senior portrait”. Meesha is me and Alex is my brother. There is a big age difference, I won’t say exactly how much of a difference. Let’s put it this way – he has referred to me as his “Mother Sister”. I can still remember my Mom and Dad leaving the house to go to the hospital to have the new baby (I was a teenager and totally freaked out seeing my mom in labor so I decided to stay home). I remember hearing him cry in the middle of the night, getting up to help change a diaper. Now he is a senior in high school and the best uncle ever to my little ones. It’s sort of unbelievable. Alex, I love you and I’m so proud of what a good person you’ve grown up to be! Thanks for letting me take your senior pictures.

It’s different taking your brother’s pictures. People usually listen to me, but Alex sort of just laughed at me or refused to stand where I wanted him to. Not many people fight me. I guess that’s what little brothers are supposed to do.

Alex plays bass and guitar. I can’t wait to go see him play in a band!

I had to put in a couple of outtakes. As I said he is a great Uncle. My daughter insisted on joining us for the shoots and got in on some of the picture taking action.