Western Massachusetts School Photographer
Modern Fine Art School Portraits for Massachusetts Schools
School picture day does not have to feel rushed or impersonal to run efficiently.
It can feel calm. It can stay organized. It can move on schedule. And it can produce portraits families truly love.
At EC Bean Photography, I provide modern fine art school portraits for schools across South Hadley, Amherst, Northampton, Easthampton, and surrounding Western Massachusetts communities.
Picture day is thoughtfully structured to maintain a smooth, efficient flow for staff while creating space for authentic, personality-filled student portraits.
You do not have to choose between efficiency and quality.
You can have both.
A Calm, Organized Picture Day
As your school photographer, my role is simple: make this easy for you.
• Structured scheduling and clear communication
• Fully online ordering, no paper forms or cash collection
• Direct parent support handled by me
• Efficient class flow with minimal disruption
Portraits Parents Actually Want
Each student receives a private online gallery featuring:
• 2–5 professionally edited images
• Color and black & white options
• No minimum purchase requirements
Parents choose their favorite images and purchase only what they love.
Traditional packages, digital files, and custom prints are available.
There is no upfront cost to the school.
Designed for Modern Schools
Services can include:
• Neutral studio-style backgrounds , black or cream colored
• Staff & faculty headshots
• Classroom portraits
• Yearbook and PowerSchool-ready files
Every detail is coordinated directly with administration to integrate seamlessly into your existing systems.
A Thoughtful Alternative to High-Volume School Photography
Many Massachusetts schools are exploring alternatives to traditional assembly-line picture day.
If your school values:
• Authentic student expressions
• Professional organization
• Clear, transparent ordering
• A student-centered approach
We may be a strong fit.
Serving Western Massachusetts Schools
South Hadley
Amherst
Northampton
Easthampton
Granby
Belchertown
Hadley
Pioneer Valley communities
EC Bean Photography donates up to 10% of picture day profits back to your school or PTA — because school photography should support your community, not just operate within it.
Let’s Elevate Picture Day
If you are a school administrator in Western Massachusetts looking for a modern school photographer, I would love to connect.
Kinds words from parents
“Thank you for capturing my child’s personality and sweetness.” - Bethany, Parent
“We’re so ridiculously pleased with our daughter’s photos.” - Elizabeth, Parent
Ready to upgrade your school photo day?
Welcome! I'm Carol, the heart and creative mind behind EC Bean Photography. As a mother and business owner, I understand the deep importance of capturing life’s real moments, whether it’s the joy of welcoming a newborn, providing streamlined, personality-filled school portraits, or the grit and passion of building a brand. Here in Western Massachusetts, I work with families, schools and entrepreneurs who value genuine, story-driven photography. My goal is to create images that feel both timeless and true to you, whether I’m capturing your family’s first days together or the heart of your growing business.