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A photographer that has been capturing memories throughout Northeast Ohio for almost a decade! I started Positively Portraits when I was 16. I got a camera for my sweet 16 instead of a car! 

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Written by Marketing Intern Lydia Heinemann  Skylar’s senior session at Mill Stream Park in Valley City, Ohio, was anything but ordinary. With six outfits, her truck, her dog, and a deck of cards in hand, she brought her full personality to every frame. From laid-back country charm to bold, late-night truck shots, each part of […]

June 17, 2025

Valley City Senior Photos Medina Senior Photos Medina Ohio Photographer

When Chaise mentioned wanting Cleveland buildings and bridges in the background of his senior photos, we knew The Flats would be the perfect location. This area offers a unique blend of industrial architecture, waterfront views, and iconic Cleveland charm—ideal for seniors looking for something bold and urban. We began Chaise’s senior session right along the […]

June 16, 2025

Written by Marketing Intern Lydia Heinemann Kwynn’s senior session at Kingwood Center Gardens was full of thoughtful details,personal style, and the kind of calm energy that makes every photo feel genuine. With a beautifulmix of locations, from gardens and greenhouses to brick steps and archways, each part of themorning brought out a different side of […]

June 16, 2025

Written by Marketing Intern Lydia Heinemann There’s something special about senior sessions that balance simplicity with bold personality,and Nathan’s session at Mill Stream Park in Valley City, Ohio, did just that. Mill Stream Park is one of those parks that quietly delivers. Open fields, winding paths, a barn, and natural light that always seems to […]

May 23, 2025

Written by marketing intern Lydia Heinemann Some senior sessions tell a story—and Daniel’s captured every chapter perfectly. With twomeaningful locations, personal details, and a calm confidence that carried through every photo,this session was one to remember. We started at Brunswick High School’s football stadium, a place Daniel knows well. Whetherunder the Friday night lights or […]

May 22, 2025

Written by marketing intern Lydia Heinemann Not every senior session needs an elaborate setup to feel meaningful. Sometimes, the best photoscome from slowing down and letting the surroundings do the talking. That’s exactly whathappened during this session at Brunswick Lake. This quiet spot has everything a natural backdrop should offer—winding trails, soft lightreflecting off the […]

May 19, 2025

Brunswick Senior Photos Positively Portraits Medina Senior Photos

Written by Marketing Intern Lydia Heinemann There’s something unforgettable about senior portraits that feel like they belong in a storybook. We spent the afternoon with Annika at Black Cat Books & Oddities in Medina, Ohio. It was a perfect blend of cozy, creative, and completely one-of-a-kind. Tucked into two historic homes with a total of […]

May 16, 2025

Medina Senior Photos Black Cat Bookstore Positively Portraits

When it comes to senior photos, Downtown Akron is an amazing choice for a city vibe without the overwhelming crowds of Cleveland. Layla’s downtown Akron senior session was the perfect example of how versatile and stunning this location can be! We started Layla’s session on top of one of my favorite hidden gems—a parking garage […]

April 26, 2025

Akron Senior Photos, Akron Ohio Senior Pictures, Senior Photos Northeast Ohio, Akron Art Museum Senior Photos

Stepping into the Arcade in downtown Cleveland feels like traveling back in time. Built in 1890, this architectural gem was one of the first indoor shopping centers in the United States, often referred to as “Cleveland’s Crystal Palace.” Over a century later, it still holds onto its timeless elegance, with its intricate ironwork, golden balconies, […]

April 2, 2025

The wonderful owner of T&G Flying Club, Larry, kindly gave us access to a handful of his planes for an unforgettable senior spokesmodel session at Burke Lakefront Airport. My spokesmodels had the time of their lives taking senior photos in front of these stunning aircraft, an opportunity that felt both exciting and unique. None of […]

March 27, 2025