The EGP Senior Experience


Your senior year only happens once. Your senior photos should be more than just pictures—they should tell your story.

Let's talk about the Beaufort experience!

At Elizabeth Gillikin Photography, every location has been carefully chosen to give you a unique look and an unforgettable experience. From the majestic live oaks of Historic Beaufort to waterfront docks, sailboats, colorful gardens, palm trees, downtown streets, and beautiful Crystal Coast beaches, each location offers something completely different.

The best part? You get to choose the locations that match your style and personality.

Downtown Beaufort, NC

When you book a Downtown Beaufort Senior Session with Elizabeth Gillikin Photography, you're not just choosing one backdrop...You're choosing an entire experience.

Let's talk about the Atlantic Beach Session

What can you include with this experience?

☀️ The Palm Trees

🌊 The Beach & Shoreline

🌾 Sand Dunes & Boardwalks

🌈 Atlantic Beach Circle

🏰 Fort Macon

🌅 Golden Hour & Sunset Portraits

This isn't just a location... it's your Atlantic Beach Experience.


Imagine walking beneath the palms, barefoot in the sand, or strolling along the shoreline as the waves roll in. Explore the dunes and boardwalks, discover the vibrant colors and lights of the Atlantic Beach Circle, or add a unique touch with the historic beauty of Fort Macon.

And then... we wait for the magic.

As the sun begins to set over the coast, the sky transforms into breathtaking colors, creating the perfect ending to an unforgettable senior session.

The Cedar Island Experience

Where nature becomes your backdrop.

If you're looking for a senior session that's peaceful, timeless, and unlike anywhere else, the Cedar Island Experience is for you.


This hidden gem offers some of the most breathtaking scenery on the Crystal Coast. From secluded beaches and quiet soundside views to weathered docks and the most incredible windswept cedar trees you'll ever see, every corner feels untouched and naturally beautiful.

As the day comes to an end, Cedar Island truly comes alive. The sunsets here are unforgettable, filling the sky with vibrant colors that create the perfect ending to your senior session.

Your Cedar Island Experience may include:

🌊 Quiet beaches and sandy shoreline

⚓ Rustic docks and waterfront views

🌅 Peaceful soundside portraits

🌳 The most beautiful windswept cedar trees on the Crystal Coast

✨ Stunning golden hour and unforgettable sunsets

If you love wide-open spaces, coastal charm, and nature at its finest, Cedar Island is a location you'll never forget.

The Cedar Island Experience is relaxed, authentic, and filled with natural beauty—creating a gallery that is as unique as your senior year.

The Pier Experience

Where the coast meets timeless beauty.


There's something unforgettable about portraits on the pier. The sound of the waves, the endless ocean views, and the warm glow of the sun create a setting that's both peaceful and breathtaking.

Whether you're looking for a classic coastal look or something bold and editorial, the pier offers incredible variety in a single location. Walk beneath the towering pilings, capture reflections in the wet sand, pose along the railings, or finish your session as the sky explodes with color over the Atlantic.

Every direction offers a new perspective, creating a gallery filled with movement, texture, and stunning light.

Your Pier Experience may include:

🌊 Endless ocean views

🌅 Spectacular sunrise or sunset portraits

🪵 The iconic pier and weathered pilings

✨ Reflections in the wet sand

🌬️ Windblown coastal moments

The Pier Experience is perfect for seniors who love the beach but want something a little more iconic. It's where coastal beauty, golden light, and unforgettable memories come together to create images you'll treasure forever.

From sunrise serenity to glowing sunsets, the pier is one of the most beautiful places on the Crystal Coast to celebrate your senior year.

Downtown Morehead City

Modern. Colorful. Full of Character.

It can always be paired with a beach session.

If you're looking for a senior session with an urban vibe and endless variety, Downtown Morehead City is the perfect choice.


This location blends coastal charm with a modern city feel, offering colorful walls, unique architecture, charming storefronts, brick streets, and beautiful pockets of flowers and greenery around every corner. Every few steps reveal a new backdrop, making it easy to create a gallery filled with completely different looks—all within one location.

Whether your style is casual, trendy, elegant, or editorial, Downtown Morehead City provides the perfect setting to showcase your personality.

Your Downtown Morehead City Experience may include:

🌸 Seasonal flowers and lush greenery

🎨 Colorful walls and unique textures

🏙️ Urban streets and modern architecture

🧱 Brick buildings and charming storefronts

✨ Hidden alleyways and artistic backdrops

📸 Endless variety in one convenient location

One of the best parts about this experience is that it pairs beautifully with an Atlantic Beach session. Since the beach is only minutes away, many seniors choose to begin with the vibrant urban scenery of Downtown Morehead City before ending the evening with golden light, waves, and a breathtaking beach sunset.

Why choose just one style when you can have both? Create a gallery that blends modern city vibes with the timeless beauty of the Crystal Coast—all in one unforgettable senior experience.