Denver Senior Photographer: Danika Caruso, Ralston Valley High School, Class of 2016

Today, our lovely class of 2016 featured senior is the breathtaking Danika Caruso from Ralston Valley High School! :) This girl is SO amazingly sweet and kind hearted, but don't let her soft demeanor fool you... Danika can bring the sass in front of the camera like no other!! It's always fun to find girls who have such a confident and beautiful presence, and then get to turn that into a piece of art! Danika, we hope that you remember this time of your life with such fondness, and look back at it to find some of your favorite memories :) 

What is your definition of beauty?: My definition of beauty is being comfortable in oneself and everyone can see this radiating from the person from the inside out. 

What song would give us the greatest insight into you?: Just at the top of my head... may "Fire N Gold" by Be a Miller. 

What's your best joke/pun?: "You've got to be kitten me right meow" has always been my favorite :) 

As a child, what was the first thing you remember wanting to be when you grew up?: As a child I had always wanted to be an astronaut. 

What were your first words? Do they say anything about the person you are today?: My first words were an attempt at my name as I called myself "ka" and "tick tock" 

was my other. 

Who is your favorite Disney princess? Why?: Belle is my favorite Disney princess because she looks the most like me and Beauty and the Beast is one of my 

favorite Disney movies. 

If you could be anywhere in the world right now, where would you be? With who? Doing what?: I would be on the beach/by the pool in Costa Rica because it is my absolute favorite place :) 

If you went to Hogwarts, what house would you be put in? Why?: I honestly have never read Harry Potter and have only seen barely one or two of the movies, so I really don't know!

Finish this sentence: I may be stuck on a desert island, but at least I have my... 

...friend with me!

What's the greatest board game ever invented?: Clue

Share one last thing with us... I do all-star competitive cheerleading at 

Cheer Central Suns :)

Model: Danika Caruso

Photographer:  Stacey Kyler  www.staceykyler.com

MUA:  Tasha Green www.tashagreenartistry.com

Hair:  Tasha Green

Photo Assistant: Anya Dushinski

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Denver Senior Photographer: Sally Morgan, Golden High School, Class of 2016

Today's featured senior is a wonderful start to the week on this Monday morning. Sally Morgan is a 2016 senior at Golden High School, and secretly a cover girl model!! This girl is so adorably sweet (inside and out) and can BRING IT in front of the camera. We had an absolute blast getting to capture this amazing young woman's beauty in such an important time in her life. She is truly a living piece of art. Sally, you have so much incredible potential in this world and we are honored that we got to be a little part of it :) have a great senior year!! 

Model: Sally Morgan

Photographer:  Stacey Kyler  www.staceykyler.com

MUA:  Tasha Green www.tashagreenartistry.com

Hair:  Jennifer Dean

Photo Assistant: Anya Dushinski

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Denver Senior Photographer: Emily Jones, Lakewood High School, Class of 2016

With another crazy week under our belts, thank goodness it's Friday!! Our featured senior to kick off the weekend is the lovely Emily Jones from the class of 2016 at Lakewood High School. This classic beauty was INCREDIBLE to get to work with, and is truly inspiring in so many ways. Emily is so intelligent and kind, and plans to put those skills to good use in her future. The world needs more people like Emily!! We had such a great time getting to photograph this stunning young woman, and we are so amazed by her drive and ambition :) Good luck Emily!! 

Describe yourself in a tweet! (140 characters or less): I'm dedicated, optimistic, and passionate. I love helping others -- even indirectly -- and my heart beats for research, writing, technology, education, and God.

What is your definition of beauty?: Beauty is in the eye of the beholder, entirely. There have been so many rumors that you see yourself as five times more beautiful than others do, or perhaps 20% more so, and Body Dysmorphic Disorder is on the rise. Regardless of the actual statistics, it's clear that we see ourselves differently than others do. Society isn't helping when they set standards that we don't live up to -- or that may not even agree with. When makeup tutorials proclaim their eyeliner technique produces the holy grail of cat eyes and that any other way is wrong, it sets women up for disappointment (I don't even like cat eyes!). It doesn't stop at hair, makeup, and waistlines. People prefer different landscapes, instagram filters, interior design, personalities (this is a stretch into the abstract form of beauty, but it totally counts), etc. The point is, everyone who looks at something will have a different opinion. But especially when you're the object of interest, the only opinion that matters is yours. 

What song would give us the greatest insight into you?: Hmmmm... This is a REALLY hard question. I have no idea what song would give an insight into my life. I went through most of my phone and I really don't know! So, I guess I'll just give you my favorite songs (I'm too indecisive to even narrow it down to one). 

BOY - Skin (Acoustic)

Jonathan McReynolds - Pressure

MisterWives - Our Own House

What's your best joke/pun?: What do you call a fish without any eyes? A Fsh.

What's the greatest board game ever invented?: Life

If you went to Hogwarts, what house would you be put in? Why?: Ahhhheeesshh... I've never seen Harry Potter... I've tried but I fall asleep every time... Sorry. 

As a child, what was the first thing you remember wanting to be when you grew up?: A mom :)

What were your first words? Do they say anything about the person you are today?: My first words were "stop it," though they sounded a little more like "bopit." I'm sure a lot of people with older siblings have similar stories, but the words just go to show the teasing nature of my two older brothers, Jake and Ransom. From hiding my toys to punching my arm to loudly debating politics, my brothers and I have always drawn an eye or two in public. 

Who is your favorite Disney princess? Why?: I absolutely adore Belle! I always have and always will! The Beauty and the Beast seems to be the cutest love story on Earth and I used to watch it endlessly. Despite the townspeople's ridicule, I like how Belle keeps her nose stuck in a book and sticks up for her dad. Plus, she eventually overlooks the Beast's looks and temper. 

If you could be anywhere in the world right now, where would you be? With who? Doing what?: I would be somewhere in the UP of Michigan with my family! We'd be hanging out on the great lakes, hiking, touristing (?) around, and taking pictures of everything (the UP is the prettiest place in the U.S., Im sure of it!).

Finish this sentence: I may be stuck on a desert island, but at least I have my... 

... dogs (two adorable golden retrievers)

Share one last thing with us... Oh my gosh there's a million things I could put here... I guess I'll tell you that I'm planning to become a biomedical engineer after high school (well... it'll be a while after high school). It's the perfect cross between engineering and medical field. And it will allow me to help patients without all the germs! I completely fell in love with biomedical engineering in my sophomore year when I began having chronic migraines. After I spent what felt like forever in MRI machines and had a bout a million blood draws, magnets and needles started calling my attention, and now I want to spend my life making them better. 

Model: Emily Jones

Photographer:  Stacey Kyler  www.staceykyler.com

MUA:  Tasha Green www.tashagreenartistry.com

Hair:  Jennifer Dean

Photo Assistant: Anya Dushinski

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Denver Senior Photographer: Natalie Brunel, Golden High School, Class of 2016

Sooooo very happy to introduce today's class of 2016 senior feature, Natalie Brunel!! Natalie goes to Golden High School and is involved in everything from athletics to choir. What a talented beauty, am I right?! She has such a natural, kind light about her that shines so brightly in the lives of everyone she meets. Natalie, you are absolutely BEAUTIFUL and we had such a great time getting to showcase that beauty :) We hope you have the best senior year, and many even better years after that! 

Describe yourself in a tweet! (140 characters or less): I am kind, honest, fun, shy, but outgoing once you get to know me. I'm a soccer and choir lover and am very passionate about both. I cherish all my wonderful friends and family and getting a good education is very important to me. I am thankful to everyone who has gotten me this far. I have loved high school so far, and can't wait for my senior year!

What is  your definition of beauty?: My definition of beauty is shown through one's actions. Someone with a pretty face and an ugly personality is never beautiful. Simple acts of kindness and going out of one's way to do things for other people is a beautiful trait. There is beauty to be found in everyone and everything, you just have to look hard enough to find it. 

What song would give us the greatest insight into you?: Fight Song by Rachel Platten because it is empowering and explains how I always strive to do my best and never give up in difficult times.

What's your best joke/pun?: My best puns are...

I used to have a fear of hurdles, but I got over it.

To write with a  broken pencil is pointless.

As a child, what was the first thing you remember wanting to be when you grew up?: As a child, the first thing I remember wanting to be when I grew up was a vet because of my love for animals :)

What were your first words? Do they say anything about the person you are today?: My first word was "mama" :P

Who is your favorite Disney princess? Why?: Mulan is my favorite Disney princess because she is strong, daring, brave, and beautiful and those are all qualities I strongly admire. I believe she is definitely the most admirable and inspirational princess.

If you could be anywhere in the world right now, where would you be? With who? Doing what?: I would be hiking in Hawaii with my best friends :)

Finish this sentence: I may be stuck on a desert island, but at least I have my... 

...cat :)

If you went to Hogwarts, what house would you be put in? Why?: If I went to Hogwarts, I would be put in Hufflepuff because I love family, comfort, and animals. I, like someone in Hufflepuff, also value teamwork and prefer to avoid danger. 

What's the greatest board game ever invented?: Monopoly 

Share one last thing with us... I play soccer (club and for my high school) and enjoy both. My senior year of high school, I am going to be in the top choir called the 24th Street Singers at my school. I also love hiking. I love getting to explore new places, be out in nature, and exercising all at the same time. 

I also can't wait to have my senior pictures taken! :)

Model: Natalie Brunel

Photographer:  Stacey Kyler  www.staceykyler.com

MUA:  Tasha Green www.tashagreenartistry.com

Hair:  Jennifer Dean

Photo Assistant: Anya Dushinski

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Denver Senior Photographer: Calee White, Lakewood High School, Class of 2016

Today's featured senior is the one and only Calee White from the Lakewood High School class of 2016!! This adorable girl has such a soft spoken, sweet personality that shines so beautifully bright, and when you put this young woman in front of a camera, magic happens :) Calee, we had such a great time getting to laugh and get to know you during your senior session!! We simply cannot wait to see what this world has in store for you :)

Model: Calee White

Photographer:  Stacey Kyler  www.staceykyler.com

MUA:  Tasha Green www.tashagreenartistry.com

Hair:  Annji Manderscheid

Photo Assistant: Anya Dushinski

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