Boone, NC Senior and Family Portrait Photographer
Your people are one of a kind and their portraits should be, too.
You've probably wondered how you're supposed to know what to wear, where to go, or how it's all going to look. That's exactly where we start. Every session begins with a planning conversation so nothing is left to chance. We're Bonnie and Jonathan Burton, and we've spent over 30 years creating portraits for families and seniors across the NC High Country.
Every session includes two photographers working together so nothing gets missed and no one has to rush.
A Thoughtfully Planned Portrait Experience
Every session begins with a conversation. We get to know your family or your senior and what you want these portraits to feel like years from now. From there, we guide you through location, timing, and wardrobe so everything is planned in advance. By the time your session arrives, you can simply show up, relax, and enjoy the experience.
Award-winning portrait photographers serving Boone and the High Country for over 30 years. Named National Senior Portrait Photographer of the Year in 2023 and 2026.
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Portrait Photography in Boone, NC
From Blue Ridge Parkway overlooks to quiet fields and wooded trails, the High Country offers some of the most beautiful portrait locations in North Carolina. We help you choose a setting that fits your family, your senior, and the season—so your portraits feel natural, personal, and true to you.
Senior Portraits
Personal sessions for high school and college seniors who want something more thoughtful than the ordinary.
Family Portraits
Relaxed, fully guided sessions designed to become finished portraits for your home.
Planning Your Portrait Session in the North Carolina Mountains
If you’re just starting to think about portraits, these guides will help you understand what to expect and how everything comes together.
Why Burton Photography
Good portraits start long before the session. A planning conversation to get everything right. Two photographers working together on the day. A viewing appointment where your proofs go up on a big screen and we help you choose with confidence.
When your wall art is ready, we come to you and install it personally. Lifetime guarantee on everything you order.
If your portraits belong in an album on the coffee table, on the wall above the couch, and on your phone, you're in the right place. Every portrait you purchase includes a companion digital file, so nothing gets left behind.
“Some things in life are priceless and this is one of them. Would recommend them over and over again!”
— Brian Rominger
“The Burtons are always at the top of their game and for over 20 years have set the standard for portrait photography in the mountains of NC. They remain who everyone looks to when they want the best.”
— Sharon Stacy
Your Questions About Portrait Sessions in Boone, NC
If you’re just starting to think about portraits, these are some of the most common questions we hear.
Spring brings fresh greens and early wildflowers, summer has beautiful temperatures and lush landscapes with wildflower fields, and fall is known for color—but it’s not the only season for meaningful portraits. Winter offers a quieter, more painterly feel, with the landscape opening up through the trees.
Rather than focusing on a “best” time, we help you choose a season and location based on what matters most to you and how you want your portraits to feel.
We recommend locations based on the season, the light, and what matters most to you—including the look you’re drawn to and practical considerations like accessibility—so the setting fits you well and the experience feels relaxed.
If you’d like to see how we match each session to the right setting, you can explore our guide to the best portrait locations in Boone, NC.
You can also browse our portrait stories to see how different locations and styles come together for different families and seniors.
We’ll talk through what works well for your setting and help you coordinate everything in a way that feels natural and comfortable—not overly styled or forced. The goal is for your clothing to harmonize with the landscape while keeping the focus on you.
If you’d like more detailed guidance, you can read our guide on what to wear for family and senior portraits in the North Carolina mountains.
Let’s Start Planning Your Portraits
If you’re planning a senior session, the Senior Experience page is the right place to begin. If you’re planning portraits for your family, start with the Family Experience.
We’ll walk you through how the process works, answer your questions, and help you decide if this is the right fit for what you have in mind.
Prefer to talk first? Call or text (828) 773-7873. We'll reply promptly.
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