Forget Pinterest..this is all the inspo you need!

Beach and Coastal location edition.


Class of 2027, Senior portrait planning is underway and it's time to get inspired! At Lisa West Photography, we love to use nature as the perfect backdrop to support, but not overshadow, your beautiful Senior Yearbook Photos. In my blog over the next few weeks, I will be highlighting some beautiful backdrop themes from my 2026 seniors including: beach, Boston cityscapes, florals, woods, grassy fields, historic homes & locations and more. In 2026, I had the pleasure of photographing students from Lincoln Sudbury Regional High School, Wayland High School, Weston High School, Concord Carlisle High School, Nashoba Regional High School and more!


Next up for Senior yearbook photo backdrop inspiration with beach and coastal locations. Whether you prefer Cape Cod, Nantucket or the beaches of the North Shore like Wingaersheek or Good Harbor; New England has a coastal location for you. Is there a beach you grew up going to and you want to honor it with your senior photos? Do you just like the relaxed vibe of the sea with the breeze in your hair? Coastal photos are always a great idea. Take a peak at the photos below of LWP's amazing 2026 senior and photos of beach shoot to get inspired.


Coastal locations not on your Pinterest board? Our next backdrop inspo will feature autumnal grassy fields. Keep your 👀 peeled here for more ideas for the next two weeks.


Due to the travel required for coastal locations, these sessions are booked directly with me so ensure availability. I am offering 3 days for Cape Cod beaches on August 4th, 5th and 7th. Cape Cod High School Senior portraits can be booked direct on these dates by clicking HERE.


Ready to book- contact me to discuss your vision for a beach shoot and determine a date!


xo- Lisa


Siblings in matching blue sweaters hugging and smiling on the pedestrian bridge in Sconset on the island of Nantucket for family photos.
High school senior in poses on large rocks at Wingaersheek Beach in Gloucester, MA for yearbook portrait session at sunset golden hour.
Siblings pose overlooking Old North Wharf Nantucket for high school senior yearbook portrait session. Nantucket high school senior photos.
High school senior cream lace dress stands in the ocean at sunset at Wingaersheek Beach in Gloucester, MA for yearbook portrait session.
High school senior cream lace maxi dress stands near ocean at Wingaersheek Beach in Gloucester, MA for yearbook portrait session at sunset.
High school senior poses by climbing roses and hydrangea on Old North Wharf Nantucket, MA for her senior yearbook portrait photos.
High school senior photos on Chatham Lighthouse Beach on Cape Cod for her senior yearbook portrait photos. High school senior photographer.
High school senior in poses on large rocks at Wingaersheek Beach in Gloucester, MA for yearbook portrait session at sunset golden hour.
High school senior cream lace dress stands in the ocean at sunset at Wingaersheek Beach in Gloucester, MA for yearbook portrait session.
High school senior poses by climbing roses and hydrangea on Old North Wharf Nantucket, MA for her senior yearbook portrait photos.
High school senior in poses in grassy dunes at Wingaersheek Beach in Gloucester, MA for yearbook portrait session at sunset golden hour.
High school senior poses by flowers in Chatham on Cape Cod for her senior yearbook portrait photos. High school senior photographer.
High school senior photos on Chatham Lighthouse Beach on Cape Cod for her senior yearbook portrait photos. High school senior photographer.
High school senior poses by flowers in Chatham on Cape Cod for her senior yearbook portrait photos. High school senior photographer.
High school senior in poses against large rocks at Wingaersheek Beach in Gloucester, MA for yearbook portrait session at sunset.