Spring in San Antonio is one of the most beautiful times of the year. The light is soft, the trees are turning green again, and the historic stone walls of the missions and the winding paths along the Riverwalk create the perfect backdrop for portraits. At Dos Kiwis Studio, spring portrait sessions have become a favorite tradition for many families because they capture a moment in time that will never come again.

Every year we photograph families whose children are stepping into new chapters of life. For many, spring means senior year—a time when everything is about to change. In just a few months, those same kids will be heading to college, starting careers, or beginning lives of their own. It’s exciting, but it also marks the end of a season for the whole family. The routines, the school years, the everyday moments together—they slowly shift into memories. A spring portrait session is a way to hold onto that moment before life moves forward.

San Antonio offers some truly special locations for these sessions. The historic missions provide beautiful textures of old stone, archways, and quiet courtyards that feel timeless in photographs. Along the Riverwalk, we find tree-lined paths, reflections on the water, and colorful greenery that bring life and warmth to portraits. These locations tell the story of our city while creating elegant, natural backgrounds that never go out of style.

What we often hear from parents years later is how thankful they are that they made the time. Life moves quickly, and the photographs taken during these transitional years become some of the most meaningful images a family owns. They capture not just what everyone looked like, but who everyone was in that moment—right before the next chapter began.

Wardrobe Ideas for Spring Portraits

For spring portraits, clothing that is simple and light in tone photographs beautifully outdoors. Solid colors work best because they keep the focus on faces and expressions. Soft shades like light blue, blush pink, sage green, cream, pale yellow, or light gray complement the natural colors of San Antonio’s parks and historic locations. Avoid busy patterns or large logos. For families, coordinating colors rather than matching exactly creates a relaxed and natural look. Seniors often look great in a mix of casual and slightly dressy pieces—perhaps a light sweater, button-down shirt, or flowing dress that moves nicely in the breeze.

Limited Spring Special – Book Soon

Spring dates always fill quickly, especially during senior season. Right now we are offering ½ off our portrait session feeto celebrate the season. The regular session fee is $250, but for a limited time it is only $125. Available days are already booking fast, and once the spring calendar fills up, these outdoor sessions are gone until next year.

If you’ve been thinking about updating your family portraits or capturing your senior before graduation, this is the perfect time. Spring will be here and gone before you know it, but the memories you capture now will last a lifetime.

Contact Dos Kiwis Studio today to reserve your spring portrait date before the remaining sessions are gone.