Lauren’s model session was awesome. It was one of those where everything came together perfectly. Lauren’s hair and makeup was beautiful, by Hair Fusion, of course. She had done some location scouting of her own, so she already knew where she wanted to go; which was La Plata Canyon. It’s one of my favorite places to shoot in the fall and I hadn’t really shot it in the summer much. There were tons of dandelions (and yellow is Lauren’s favorite color, so that was meant to be), plus and old blue bus and a gorgeous waterfall! Lauren’s sister, Katie, was my assistant for the afternoon and she was awesome too! I love Lauren’s family and am so honored they chose to use us again for Lauren’s senior pictures, after we had done her older sister, Brooke’s, senior pictures a few years ago. Katie’s next! But before that, check back for Lauren’s senior session, which I’m sure will be even more awesome!

Celeste Matovich

Current High School:  Durango High School

College Hopeful? If so, where?
Yes!! I hope to continue school here in Colorado

What are you thinking of majoring in?
Honestly, not sure

Extra Curricular Activities:
Lacrosse
Work

Sports, Hobbies, Fun stuff:
I love taking pictures, collaging and being active. Throughout my life I have been able to play 5 different sports and explore many different hobbies

Who is your favorite teacher and why?
Mr.Voss, he was always very straight forward and made sure everyone was actively learning. He was very passionate about history and took class seriously which I respect.

Amelia Wigton

Current High School
Durango High School
College Hopeful? If so, where?
I would like to attend college somewhere in California.
What are you thinking of majoring in?
Computer Engineering
Extra Curricular Activities:
Model UN Club, Key Club, Newspaper
Sports, Hobbies, Fun stuff:
Soccer, skiing, works at Mild to Wild
Who is your favorite teacher and why?
My favorite teacher is Barbara Mclachlan because she relates to the students so well and has taught me a lot of valuable life lessons. Also she makes working on the newspaper a fun experience.

Rachel Ensign

Current High School:
Durango High School
College Hopeful? If so, where?
Yes! Not sure where yet!
What are you thinking of majoring in?
Social Sciences
Extra Curricular Activities:
Student Council Student Body Treasurer
Key Club
Model United Nations
Work at Mild2Wild
Youth Engagement Program/ Mayor’s Youth Advisory Commission
Sports, Hobbies, Fun stuff:
Soccer (DHS, DYSA)
Ski
Who is your favorite teacher and why?
Mr Garland, because he helps me with everything I need, whether it has to do with school or not. Also I spend a lot of time with him through student council.

Current High School: Durango High School
College Hopeful? If so, where?: Texas A&M or Colorado University Boulder
What are you thinking of majoring in?: Pre-Medicine, Biomedical Engineering
Extra Curricular Activities:: I am a member of Key Club, and on Student Council.
Sports, Hobbies, Fun stuff: I play volleyball and soccer.
Who is your favorite teacher and why?
My favorite teacher is Zeiner, because he has always been there for me. Plus he has been more help to me than any other teacher at Durango High School. Lastly, he has a great personality and he is OCD like me so I understand him.

If you could have a super power what would it be and why?
Shape shifting so I could be who I wanted when I wanted, I could fly if I wanted to. My other choice is mind reading, I like to know what people are thinking.

Current High School: Durango High School
College Hopeful? If so, where? Grand Canyon University
What are you thinking of majoring in? Business
Extra Curricular Activities: El Diablo Newspaper
Sports, Hobbies, Fun stuff:
Dance, tennis, guitar, horseback riding, and piano. I also like to hike and explore in the mountains.
Who is your favorite teacher and why?
Mrs. McLachlan because she cares about everyone’s personal lives and checks in on you to make sure everything is going well. She also challenges me in what I do, and pushes me to try harder.

What is your biggest accomplishment?
Going on missions trips
If you could have a super power what would it be and why?
Flying. I like flying in airplanes and I always thought it would be cool to go through the clouds and touch them. Plus I could get places without having to pay for gas.

Name:   Elise Christiansen

Current High School: Durango High School
College Hopeful? If so, where?:  Yes, but not sure where at the moment
What are you thinking of majoring in?:  Acting or Set Design/Construction

Favorite Candy: PayDay
Favorite Drink: Izze
Favorite Food: Ice cream
How would your friends describe your personality?
I’m crazy and all over the place, I’m constantly moving

Who is your favorite teacher and why?
Mrs. Winchester-White, she has taught me so much and has improved my abilities in the world of theatre. She has taught me to become a better person and strives to make the theatre an educational and fun place for us students. She is extremely committed and I look up to her in every thing I do.

Alyssa’s Fun Senior Model Session

Who are you?

Alyssa Wineholt

What is your nickname and who gave it to you?

Teec, my mom gave it to me.

If you could be a SuperHero, what would your name be and what would be your Superpower?

I would be Super Cute Hero Lady (haha) My superpower would probably be something like elemental control. (Fire, water, earth, air, etc.)

What is something nobody knows about you?

I secretly love indie/alternative music.

Describe one of the following and why: your favorite band, favorite place to shop, favorite hang out, biggest pet peeve, favorite junk food, favorite brand to wear.

Biggest pet peeve: When people sooooo slow infront of me. I have places to be, and I need to be there on time people!!

What is your favorite memory of a Activity, Sport or Hobbies you are involved in?

I loved being in cheer. The team used to come up with silly chants after our stunts hit, and it was so fun. I loved everything about cheer, including the losses, the stress and the chaos.

Who is your favorite teacher and why?

I like my English teacher. (Mrs. Bruton) She is good at teaching but also understands when you need a break or is lenient when something goes wrong. She is still strict, but also really nice.

What do you want to be when you grow up (dream job)?

I want to have my own business in photography or become a major in psychology. I basically just love working with people period.

Describe your session to someone that was not at the session. (Best part, funniest moment, coolest location, etc)

It was cool to check out “never-bofore-seen” parts of durango to take unique photos at. I also liked how chill Allison was when telling me how to pose. It was just a fun experience overall.

What would you like others to know about Allison Ragsdale Photography?

She is absolutely amazing! I love the photos she takes, and she makes the experience super fun and memorable. Definately love Allison Ragsdale Photography!!

Ginnie is “technically” one of our DHS Class of 2015 Models, but she’s been working with us for over a year now. This is actually the 3rd time we photographed her, but this time for her “real” model session. You’ll have to check out the gorgeous horse session we did last summer with Ginnie, and then our promo video shoot this past fall! This latest shoot was Free People inspired and I’m super excited about the images! Using more direct sunlight and OCF outside to recreate classic studio lighting techniques has been inspiring! Ginnie is amazing to work with and we won’t spoil any possible surprises here, but you’ll want to check back for her senior session because it may or may not be in a crazy awesome location!

Ginnie from Allison Ragsdale on Vimeo.

Hailey is a Class of 2015 Senior Model for us from Durango High School. And she’s awesome. I really loved working with Hailey and I loved the feel and light we managed on her shoot. Hair Fusion did an awesome job with her hair and makeup and I loved the jewelry Hailey brought to wear for her pictures. We ran around downtown for pretty much the whole shoot and even though it looked like it was going to rain the whole time, we managed to finish dry. I’ve been inspired lately to challenge myself on each session with new posing and lighting techniques, so it’s been so much fun to see what we can pull off. A few fun facts about Hailey: She been playing volleyball for 8 years and going on her ninth with the high school, and she also has been swimming her whole life and became a state qualifier as well as Junior Olympic qualifier. Impressive, I’d say! Next session may have to include those achievements – so check back!

Hailey Warren from Allison Ragsdale on Vimeo.

Aspyn is stunning. She has the most perfect complexion I’v ever seen and I think she could easily be a professional make up artiest if she wanted. Hair stylist too, actually. She did her own hair and makeup and I was super impressed. She is also super sweet – just as gorgeous of a personality. She is also one of our DHS Class of 2015 Models. We photographed her model session on a friday afternoon/evening, right before the crab apple blossoms really started blooming. She was awesome too work with – totally up for trying everything we could think of – like standing on the edge of the rim at the Fort in the wind, and shooting through the windows at the Chapel up there. I’ll have to take Aspyn shopping with me next time I go too as my personal stylist – I loved her dress and her sequins 😉 I’m already looking forward to our next session!

Aspyn from Allison Ragsdale on Vimeo.