{A Downtown Algona + Nature Senior Session}
There’s just something about Rose’s effortless boho vibe and her quiet confidence that shines the moment you’re around her. From the very start of her session, she brought so much personality and heart, and it was a joy to capture every piece of who she is in this season of life!
We began her senior session in the studio where Rose showed off her incredible tennis shoe collection. With mostly fun, colorful Nikes, the collection seriously deserves its own spotlight! From there, we explored downtown Algona, where her style and grace fit perfectly against the city streets. And to finish, we headed out to the nature center for dreamy shots in the grassy fields, adding a few magical Harry Potter inspired photos that were so fun and creative.
Rose is a dancer through and through! I’ve seen firsthand the energy, joy, time, and discipline she pours into every step she takes. Whether at Energy Dance or on the Bishop Garrigan cross country course or track field, it obvious hard work is engrained into her DNA. Dance is her world, but what struck me most is the way her passion spills over into everything she does. Though she can be shy at first, once she opens up, you immediately feel her warmth, humor, and the kind of presence that makes you want to stay a little longer.
With plans to run or dance in college, I know Rose is heading into a future filled with beauty, movement, and big dreams. She has the heart, the talent, and the determination to make it all happen…and I cannot wait to see where her journey takes her!
Rose, thank you so much for trusting me to capture this special chapter of your story. I love how you are unapologetically authentic to yourself…a rare find sometimes with teenagers! How lucky am I getting to witness you becoming such a unique shining star within TEAM 26! You are truly a beauty inside and out, and it was such an honor to photograph you!
See Rose in TEAM 26’s spring mini session and full styled session!















Welcome to the CB Blog! I’m Carissa Behounek, a photographer based in Algona, IA that specializes in weddings, seniors and babies. I hope you grab some coffee (or a margarita) and enjoy viewing my latest work and getting a little peek into my life! I’m thrilled you stopped by!





