Senior and family photographer near Champaign, IL
Every session with Kendra
Upbeat, easy and all about you. No awkward guessing, no stiff smiles, just a good time and photos you love.
- Up to six looksChange it up as many as six times.
- Bring your drinkStarbucks, 7 Brew, whatever your order is.
- Your spotsUrban, fields or gardens. Bring your ideas.
Sessions
For my senior girls
Your session is more than cute outfits and pretty locations. It's a whole experience: posing help, hype-girl energy and plenty of belly laughs. You'll feel completely yourself in front of my camera, even if you're shy.
Senior guys and athletes
Boy moms, I got you. I have two boys myself, plus hundreds of senior guys behind me. Bring the jersey, the ball, the pom-poms. The gym and the field are my happy places too.
For my families
Every family session feels like being welcomed into your inner circle. I get to capture the real, in-between moments most people never see. It's an honor every single time.
She poses it first. You copy her.
Her reel from the session, then the photos she made there. Pick a shoot.
“POV: you have no idea how to pose for senior pictures, but you found a photographer who shows and tells you exactly what to do!”
Kendra, September 2026
4 finished photos from this session
“The reason senior boys hate photoshoots, plus my secret to fix it.”
Kendra, July 2026
3 finished photos from this session
“You're not sure how to pose senior boys, and then you find my IG account!”
Kendra, September 2026
4 finished photos from this session
“My fav fun prompt for every session!”
Kendra, September 2026
5 finished photos from this session
Meet Kendra
“I’ll never settle for average. ‘Fine’ is a bad word.”
A sports-lovin’ small-town girl and mom of three, photographing seniors and families a few miles from Champaign for 21+ years. She shows you every pose, so you never have to guess.
Her people
- 30years married to Todd
- 3kids: Jake, Kenzie and Ty
- 21+years behind the camera
100sof senior guys photographed. Two boys of her own, so guys relax fast.
St. Josepha few miles from Champaign, IL
Recent work
See the full gallery
Kendra Pence Photography by the numbers
- 21+years photographing seniors and families
- 6outfits and locations in one session
- 150+images to choose your favorites from
- 3senior collections, from $575
Booking takes about two minutes
Book online any time. Nothing is charged until Kendra confirms your date.
1Pick your session
See every package and the full price. No waiting on a price list.
2Select a date
Choose the day you want. Kendra confirms it, then a retainer saves it.
3Plan the fun stuff
Outfits, spots, the dog. Bring your favorite drink.
4Pick your favorites
Choose from your gallery, then spend your print credit.
Senior and family photography pricing
Every session includes posing help, hand edited images you choose yourself, and an online gallery with a pro print shop.
The Senior Classic
A relaxed, easy session for a few favorite looks.
$575
about $38 per edited image
- 40 minutes
- Up to 2 outfits in 1 location
- Urban or nature, your pick
- 15 hand edited images from 50+
- $50 credit for prints, wall art or albums
$100 retainer saves your date
Reserve the ClassicMost loved
The Senior Experience
The full experience, with time for every look you love.
$975
about $20 per edited image
- About 2 hours
- 3 to 4 outfits and locations
- 50 hand edited images from 100+
- $100 credit for prints, wall art or albums
- Posing help and hype the whole way
$100 retainer saves your date
Reserve the ExperienceThe Senior Everything
All of it. Every outfit, every spot, and a trip if you want one.
$1,400
about $19 per edited image · payment plans
- 3 to 4 hours
- Up to 6 outfits and 6 locations
- We can travel somewhere fun and unique
- 75 hand edited images from 150+
- Family or friend mini included
- $150 credit for prints, wall art or albums
- Payment plans available
$200 retainer saves your date
Reserve the Everything
Add a same-day family mini
20 minutes right before or after your senior session, 10 hand edited images, immediate family only.
- Classic+$175
- Experience+$150
- EverythingIncluded
The Family Mini
A quick, sweet session for your household.
$400
about $27 per edited image
- 30 minutes
- 15 hand edited images
- One household, no extended family
- Download and printing rights
- Pro print shop in your online gallery
$50 retainer saves your date
Reserve the MiniMost loved
The Family Experience
More time, more images, room for the whole crew.
$600
about $15 per edited image
- 40 hand edited images
- Extended family welcome (limited)
- Styling help before your session
- Download and printing rights
- $40 credit for prints, wall art or albums
$50 retainer saves your date
Reserve the Experience
Headshots and branding
Headshots and branding images, quoted to fit what you need.
from $150
- LinkedIn and team headshots
- Branding images for your website and social
- College grad sessions, quoted the same way
Your non-refundable retainer saves your date. The balance is due the day of your session. Nothing is charged until Kendra confirms your date.
What her families say
From the moment our oldest son was just one week old, Kendra has been behind the camera and a huge part of our family's story. She photographed him as a tiny newborn, and just a few months ago, she captured his senior photos. How lucky are we to have the same person document such big moments?
What makes her so special isn't just the gorgeous photos; it's how she sees the people she's working with and is able to get the absolute best images.
Everyone knows her and is always amazed, not just by her incredible talent, but by her warmth and genuine care for others. Every session leaves us grateful and amazed by how she turns quick moments into memories we'll keep forever.
She is kind, encouraging, and always willing to help with any questions I have. Because of her mentorship, I feel more confident, capable, and knowledgeable in my craft.
Your story could be the next one she tells.
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Good questions
Something else on your mind? Ask Kendra or text (217) 841-6924.
How do I book senior pictures with Kendra?
Pick your session and package, then select a date, right here on the site. Kendra confirms the date with you and sends a secure link for your retainer. Nothing is charged until she confirms.
When should we book senior photos?
Early. Booking for each year's sessions opens in early spring (for 2026 it opened March 3), and golden hour dates in late summer and fall go first.
Is the retainer refundable?
The retainer is non-refundable and saves your date. The rest of your session balance is due on the day of your session. Payment plans are available on the Senior Everything.
Where do sessions happen?
On location around Champaign and St. Joseph: urban spots, open fields and everything in between. The Senior Everything can travel somewhere fun and unique.
Can our family join the senior session?
Yes. Add a same-day family mini: 20 minutes right before or after your senior session, 10 hand edited images, immediate family only. It is included with the Senior Everything.
Do we get the digital files and printing rights?
Yes. You choose your favorite images from your online gallery, download them and print them anywhere. Every package also includes a credit toward prints, wall art or albums.
Trust me, we'll be good
Bring your ideas, your dreams and your favorite Starbucks drink. I'll bring everything else.