Mater Dei High School Senior Photographer – Wildflower Session

SPRING WILDFLOWERS & COLLEGE DREAMS IN SJC

Mater Dei High School senior portrait, close-up photo of graduating student.
Future University of Utah student holding the school pennant.

For Mater Dei High School seniors, finding a location that contrasts with the campus look is key. Sara wanted something soft, natural, and colorful to celebrate her acceptance to the University of Utah. We chose Northwest Open Space in San Juan Capistrano specifically for the spring wildflower bloom. The fields of yellow daisies provided a dreamy, vibrant backdrop that perfectly matched her energy and school colors.

Mater Dei High School senior portrait: girl in white dress smiling.

Why Northwest Open Space is a Spring Favorite

THE SPRING BLOOM

If you are dreaming of a senior session in a field of flowers, this is the spot. In late spring, Northwest Open Space transforms with acres of yellow crown daisies. It creates a bright, whimsical backdrop that is perfect for white dresses (like Sara’s) and softer, natural portraits that feel miles away from the city.

Senior pictures Northwest Open Space: girl in white dress and cowboy boots.

CELEBRATING THE NEXT STEP

Senior portraits are the perfect time to announce your college choice. The neutral tones of the dirt trails and wooden fences provide a clean background that lets your college gear pop. Whether it’s a University of Utah flag or a sweatshirt, we can style a "College Reveal" moment that feels celebratory without clashing with the scenery.

Boho senior portraits: girl in white dress and cowboy boots in a field.
Girl in a white dress posing for her senior portrait.
Beautiful redhead in a white dress posing for senior pictures.
Senior pictures at Northwest Open Space: girl in white dress standing on a bench.
Redhead in a white dress walking away.
Beautiful senior pictures: girl with red hair posing in a field of wildflowers.
Girl spreading Utah University flag over herself.
San Juan Capistrano senior portrait: Redhead girl with Utah University pennant in a daisy field.
Mater Dei High School senior with University of Utah flag in a San Juan Capistrano daisy field.
High school senior portrait with college flag in a field of wildflowers.
Mater Dei High School senior posing for a portrait on railroad tracks.
Redhead Mater Dei senior in a letterman jacket.
Mater Dei senior in a cap posing for her senior photo.
Beautiful redhead with a vibrant smile poses for her senior pictures in a park in Orange County.
High school senior portrait: girl in a red dress smiling in a park next to a tree.
High school senior portrait: girl in red dress sitting and smiling.

MATER DEI MEMORIES

For students graduating from Mater Dei High School, bringing your letterman jacket or cap and gown adds a personal touch to the session. We used the rustic train tracks to give Sara’s varsity jacket a cool, textured setting, balancing out the softness of the flower fields with a bit of edge.

Close-up shot of cowboy boots.
Delicate cross necklace pendant on a woman's neck, close-up detail shot.

Related Sessions

A graduating high school senior girl smiling while holding a green Cal Poly Mustangs flag on train tracks during her college announcement photoshoot.

JULIA LINDHOLM

NORTHWEST OPEN SPACE

A dramatic senior portrait of two musicians playing cello and violin on the ocean rocks at Treasure Island Beach during sunset.

EMMA & KENZO

MONTAGE RESORT LAGUNA

A high school senior girl in a floral top and white skirt sitting on a bench in front of a colorful Irish flag wall in the historic Los Rios District of San Juan Capistrano.

TAYLOR NELSON

SAN JUAN CAPISTRANO TRAIN STATION

Frequently Asked Questions

  • The yellow daisies at Northwest Open Space typically bloom from March to May, depending on the rain. If you want this specific "field of flowers" look, we need to book your session in the spring window.

  • Yes! Mixing a formal dress in the flowers with a casual "letterman jacket" look gives you great variety. It celebrates your high school achievements while still giving you beautiful, timeless portraits.

  • Absolutely. I work with seniors from Mater Dei, Santa Margarita, JSerra, and Orange Lutheran. I know the yearbook requirements and can help you plan a session that fits your style.