Molly’s Senior Portrait Session at Calla Lily Valley in Carmel, CA

Molly’s sunrise senior session at Calla Lily Valley was a dream and the two outfits she picked balanced the location perfectly.

If you’re looking to take your senior portraits in Carmel, California, you do not want to miss out on Calla Lily Valley. The calla lilies tend to bloom late January through April but even without them there, the cove is absolutely beautiful with the turquoise water and cliffs. 

Molly’s senior session was in April, and we had green on the hills and limited calla lilies. We also took her portraits at sunrise for the soft, glowy lighting you see in her portraits. The early wake-up call is tough, but your senior gallery will be SO worth it! 

If you are new to my blog, hi! My name is Sonia and I am a Carmel Senior Photographer serving the Santa Cruz and Monterey Bay areas. You can learn more about what a senior portrait session with me looks like here! My books for Class of 2026 are currently open — hope to see you on them! :)