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"It has been a great experience from start to finish. We have worked with numerous photographers for years; Annie is professional, patient, and creative! We will forever cherish the images she took of our son!" Melody

“I had an amazing grad photoshoot with Annie Drake! She was personable, had great instincts, and guided me through poses and styles that matched my vision perfectly. Her eye for creativity is spot-on, and her fun personality made the shoot so enjoyable. I highly recommend Annie and can’t wait to work with her again!” Keelyn

"Annie has been photographing both of our girls since 2019. We joined a new theatre and she came highly recommended by the owner and several parents of the other students. We have had the opportunity not only to see our girls growing up under her lens, but also many of the other kids around us. Annie has impeccable instincts and attention to detail, and we have always been blown away with the true works of art that she produces. Our oldest daughter had the pleasure of being on Annie’s Senior Creative Team this past year and all that we can say is WOW. We will cherish every image that she produced for a lifetime, and we can’t wait until our younger daughter gets to follow suit. Annie is wonderful to work with and we are proud to call her our friend." Sheri

"Annie captured stunning photos and made the entire experience fun and enjoyable for my daughter! She was a master at getting her to relax in front of the camera giving her clear and easy-to-follow instructions on posing. Annie brought many creative and unique ideas to the shoot which truly enhanced the session and turned out to be some of our favorite images! We have received many compliments on my daughter's senior photos and most importantly she absolutely loves them! This is saying as lot because teenagers can be so critical of themselves, and she loved every single photo! Thank you Annie!" Shanna

"Annie Drake of Grapevine Memories captures moments with an exceptional blend of artistry and emotion. She took the outfits my senior daughter picked out and found the perfect location for each one, ensuring our photos were both cohesive and stunning. Her keen eye for detail and ability to create a relaxed atmosphere resulted in natural photos that truly pulled out the personality of my daughter. Annie's professionalism and passion are evident in every shot, while also showcasing her creative vision. Annie makes the entire experience enjoyable and memorable. Thank you so much Annie!" Mysti

"Annie Drake, an exceptionally skilled photographer, beautifully captured both of my sons during their senior year. Despite their distinct personalities, she portrayed them perfectly! I admired her innovative spirit and openness to new ideas, such as organizing a downhill ski session and an on-ice hockey shoot. Her delightful sense of humor made the experience enjoyable, and my boys felt completely at ease throughout the process. Additionally, Annie took some amazing photos of our family that truly captured our essence and dynamics. Her skill and creativity shine through in every shot, resulting in treasured memories that we will cherish for a lifetime." Kristen

"Annie did senior photo sessions for all three of my kids. She has such a creative eye and all of the photos were stunning. She brings out the best in the kids, even the ones who are reluctant to take photos like my son. We didn’t have anything in particular in mind in terms of locations but she found special places for each one. She’s also super helpful with providing style advice and even brought an extra prop or two to add a little extra pizazz. She’s kind and easy going and all of my kids really enjoyed their time with her. I’ll warn you though, it’s really, really hard to make the final photo selections because every picture she puts in the gallery is AMAZING!!" Laurel

"I found Grapevine Memories when a trusted friend started posting her daughter’s gorgeous pictures on Facebook. From the very first phone conversation with Annie, I knew that she was the perfect person to photograph my daughter’s Senior pictures! Annie is so pleasant, warm, responsive, patient, and the list goes on and on. She listened to our backstory and was so understanding to our circumstances. My daughter was her very last session for the Class of 2024! Annie went above and beyond to not only make time in her already busy schedule but also took the time to make sure my daughter was comfortable and confident in her photo shoot! The pictures speak for themselves! We were blown away on how great they turned out! Annie is such a gifted photographer and we feel so blessed to have found her!" Alice

"My family and I want to say how much we appreciate working with you to capture this special time in our son’s life. You are fun and easy to work with and really try to get to know the subject of your photos as a person. You put my son at ease immediately and helped guide him through your artistic process achieving beautiful results! The products are high quality and having a gorgeous album at your fingertips is a wonderful thing to have that we will cherish always. Delivery of items was extremely quick allowing us to have everything we need with plenty of time to celebrate Mateo’s graduation. You are highly recommended and amazing! Thank you." The Alvarado Family

"I can not adequately articulate how thrilled we are with Annie's work. She is a true artist who perfectly captured our son in a way that brought tears to my eyes when viewing his proofs. We had a vision of a couple of things we wanted to see and let her work her magic from there. Annie brought the magic. We traveled 6 hours round-trip to be able to work with Annie and it was worth every minute on the road. There is no one else I was willing to entrust with my senior. We will be making the 6 hour trip for our daughter in a couple of years as Annie is worth it. If you want the best experience and the best photographs, look no further than Annie Drake. She is a dream." Kristen

"I had been following Grapevine Memories on social media for a while because I loved Annie’s work. I was so excited to finally get to book my daughter’s senior pictures with her. Annie is so amazing to work with as she is creative, talented, and kind. She went above and beyond before, during, and after the shoot to make sure these precious memories would be perfect. The photographs of my daughter are beyond my wildest expectations. My family and I were blown away. We can’t wait to book Grapevine Memories for our family pictures as well as senior session for my youngest." Rebecca

"We had a few friends that had used Annie for senior photos in the past and based on their experience, I was looking forward to my triplet seniors being photographed by her. I had been planning it for years. And we were not disappointed. She was amazing to work with! She was patient with a crazy mom (me) and my three very different seniors. She captured their personalities perfectly and held my hand through the selection process...there were so many good photos. I highly recommend Annie and Grapevine Memories!" Jacolyn

"We heard about Annie and Grapevine Memories from other student friends at school. Very grateful that she was able to get us in for senior pictures even though we reached out last minute! Annie was very flexible with our location choices, had some great outfit ideas for my son. She made the session feel very relaxed and enjoyable with her patience and kind thoughts. She gave us alternate dates if the weather/time of the day did not have the exact lighting she was looking for and that makes a difference in each picture Annie clicks! Annie does photography with passion and love! Grapevine Memories offers a very reasonable package to get the memories made! She even included our youngest little one as her assistant during our session that made the whole session memorable and fun! Thank you, Annie!" The Balson Family

"I can not thank Annie enough for not only the most amazing Senior and family portraits but also for some wonderful memories made during our sessions. Working with Annie was truly one of the most fun, joyful memories from our daughters senior year. From start to finish, Annie made sure every detail was planned and flawless. It was almost impossible to pick our favorite photos, they were all so beautifully done!" Jennifer

"For a boy who didn't even want senior pictures in the first place, they turned out absolutely amazing. Annie perfectly captured our son. As we were looking through the proofs, we could easily see in image after image that she captured the "real" him. I also had a vision for one specific picture that I wanted to see and Annie was able to bring it to life beautifully. These photos will be treasured for years to come." Jeni

"There are no words to explain how THRILLED we are with Annie's services!! She was so incredibly patient with this crazy mom who forgets to respond to texts. She went above and beyond every single expectation that we had. We saw her work when she photographed our friends and could not wait to work with her. Not only did she make sure that we were incredibly prepared for our session...she made our session so fun and encouraged Bennett to be himself while being photographed. His personality shines through in all of his pictures. We can't wait for our other children to work with her!!" Jennifer

"Annie Drake is an amazing photographer! After seeing some of her work online, my daughter wanted to have her shoot her Senior photos. We loved every photo she took. She made the whole process so easy and fun. Annie gave suggestions on types of outfits to bring, helped my daughter relax and enjoy herself and brought us to some really cool locations to shoot. Annie is truly an artist. She loves what she does and it shows in every photo she takes. Thank you, Annie!!" Nancy

"I chose Annie with Grapevine Memories to take my son’s senior portraits after seeing many friends’ pictures she had taken. I can’t say enough about her photography skills and her dedication to make sure each picture is the best. She went out of her way to get to know my son, helped us choose the type of outfits he wore, and she listened to everything we told her--those things combined are just some of the things that result in beautiful, creative and amazing photographs. We had family pictures taken as well and they are absolutely perfect. 💙 " Brooke

"We learned of Annie Drake when we saw a friend's pictures online. We were blown away! After having Senior pictures done previously for our three daughters, we were not sure how it would work with our son. She had so many creative ideas and when she saw the car that he wanted to use for some of the photos--she lit up like a Christmas tree! We even did a mini-session in the spring with his cap and gown--it was amazing to see how much he had grown up in just a few short months. She knew just the locations for each type of outfit he was wearing. I highly recommend Annie--I wish I would have known about her earlier for my daughters." Barbara

"We can't ask for a better experience with Annie at Grapevine Memories. From makeup, to outfit planning, to location choices, all the details are considered to provide best experience. She is so good at coaching poses and expressions throughout the photo shoot. Really paid attention to the model and her comfort level. Not to mention her obvious talent from the images, what touched me the most is that Annie really cares about her customer. Our scheduled session was Tuesday, it was cold and gloomy. She proposed to reschedule so we will have a best possible experience. I don't know how many hoops she jumped through to make this happen. Also, Anka did not bring one of the outfits discussed, Annie was not willing to compromise on the location BECAUSE it doesn't go together. As a mom, it is totally appreciated on how much she cares like Anka is one of her own." Sophia

"I knew we wanted to display my stepson’s senior photos in our home and looking around at portfolios online you just never know, but Annie Drake exceeded my expectations. It is hard to put into words the wonderful experience we had with her from beginning to end. She really has an incredible eye to capture unique photos, plus the ability to make my stepson relax and almost enjoy the session. We can’t wait to work with her again in a year or so for my stepdaughter’s senior photos. Thank you for the wonderful experience and photos! See you again for our 2025 senior!" Meagan

"I cannot say enough wonderful things about Annie Drake and the photos she created for us of both Hans’ senior year and our family. She is a true artist. She was so easy to work with and made the entire process run smoothly. She was able to showcase Hans and his personality through her portraits. She took the time to learn about Hans’ interests and created the most artistic photographs that we will always treasure. Her genuine love for her craft and her subjects is evident in each portrait. They are simply breathtaking! I cannot wait to have her take my daughter’s senior pictures! I am grateful to have had the opportunity for her to capture in pictures what is most important to me - my family! Thank you Annie! I am truly thankful for you, your generosity of time and talent, and your artistic ability! Thank you!" Ingrid

"I am so impressed with Annie Drake of Grapevine Memories; she was phenomenal in every aspect. Ahead of the shoot, she spent a lot of time with me on the phone getting to know everything about my son, from his favorite sport to hobbies, interests, and style. Convincing a 17 year old boy to spend three hours with five wardrobe changes around Fort Worth should not be this easy. Annie connected with him immediately and the results were phenomenal. Annie used creative locations, pairing it with the teen’s style, and had a keen eye for capturing my son’s natural smile and personality. It was an afternoon of bonding with my son that I won’t forget and the results were sensational. My husband and I were blown away by how gorgeous the photos came out. I give Annie the highest recommendation possible. She far exceeded my expectations. You won’t want to miss an opportunity to capture memories with your senior child that will last a lifetime." Laura

"There is a lot going on during the last year of high school, and there are many parts of the senior year that are stressful and overwhelming! Senior pictures were at the top of that list for us! My son dreaded it. I dreaded it. However, I wanted the photographs. I started asking questions about senior photographers, and I realized that I was hearing the same name over and over again. Annie Drake. I remember looking at her website, and of course, the photographs were stunning, but I was also thinking, we aren’t supermodels over here! I decided to go with Annie, and I can honestly say that from beginning to end, she was special. She gave ideas about clothing combinations, colors, and locations. She figured out how to make my son feel comfortable, and she was able to capture his personality in every image. We loved Annie so much that we booked a family session with her too! And guess what? Those were incredible as well! Annie is fun to work with, she is professional in every way, and I can’t wait to work with her again! Thank you so much Annie!" Mysti

"I'm a senior photographer myself, so I understood the importance of the senior session experience for my son and for myself. I wanted to go and just get to be Mom. But I was very picky about who I hired, and so was my son (who is my assistant on shoots!) We considered several photographers, in and out of state, and we both agreed on Annie. NO REGRETS! We added a studio session, which gave us a chance to feature musical instruments and get some very different shots. Annie helped us choose a perfect location for the outdoor shoot, and she made sure my son had the right clothes for the location. The shoot itself was fun and relaxed, and we always felt like we were in good hands. My son doesn't love being in front of the camera, but Annie put him at ease and got real expressions from him. Between the locations, the clothes, the poses, and the lighting, we came away with a nice, big gallery of images we all loved. And now we have a gorgeous framed print and an heirloom album to remember this time in his life. Worth every penny and every minute." Jennifer \ \ \ \ \ \ \ \ \ \ \ \ \ \ \ \ \ \ \ \ \ \ \ \ \ \ \ \ From Ryan: "She was really cool and easy to work with. I liked the places she knew about and the way she set up the shots. I hate anything that looks too "posed" or awkward, and that's not what she did. I actually like the way I looked in my pictures, so it was good for me and my mom."

"We are so grateful to have been able to work with Annie over the past several years. I have always thought that she has a bit of magic inside of her. She has had a special and unique way of being able to capture the personality, style, and very essence of my son from the time he was 10-years old to his senior pictures, and has always gone to great lengths to capture “the shot” to create that forever memory for our family. We love Annie not only for the love she puts into her work, but for the genuine love she pours into her clients. She cares about what’s most important to us and through her creativity, talent, and unwavering patience, she’s able to capture images that always steal a piece of me heart. Annie is not just your photographer, she’ll be your advocate, your mentor, your guide, and your visionary for capturing your unique personality. And throughout your journey, you’ll have so much fun being the subject of her amazing art and her passion." The Layton Family

“Annie Drake was a fantastic choice for senior portraits for both of my daughters. She takes the time to get to know their interests and helps with getting ready for the photo shoot, assessing outfits, planning locations for the shoot that will give options to bring out their personality and highlight their best features. Love her artistic talent and the way she sets up the objects to make the portrait more like a piece of art than just a photo. The attention to lighting, background and helping them pose with ease is a special touch that you don’t find with many photographers. She is also very easy to work with for ordering and choosing the photos. You won’t be disappointed! Also, she’s a really nice person and a lot of fun. Love her!" Shari

"How do I even begin to describe the experience of working with Annie Drake of Grapevine Memories?! An experience of the senses as she passionately envisions her subject and the canvas, capturing works of art through her lens. Annie is Uber-talented, but more so a wonderful human being. I don’t think she’s ever met a stranger! Her love, attention, and pride in the details of her craft and work is palpable. They say love is in the details and Annie is meticulously sprinkling her love into every detail from her raw shots until her final masterpiece is printed out. Meeting up with her for the first time in person was like catching up with an old friend and the conversations came so naturally as she very kindly guided our Senior through his shoot. She even took the time to explain certain elements of photography when she found out that he did that for his school yearbook. Even her peers think she’s the ROCKSTAR we think she is as many of her pictures were published (our son’s included)!! I will forever treasure these masterpieces you have blessed me with, dear Annie...thank you!❤️" Nadin

"Just to let you know that for Mother's Day, I received the best gift ever! 2-8x10's of Kaira. I just love them and I got to see the album you made of all the pictures. The book is a work of ART....It is so beautifully put together, just stunning. I have never seen anything like it!!! It is surely a testament to your talent. Thank you so very much for including Kaira in your Senior group. It was a wonderful experience for her. You captured my youngest grandchild to a tee. Memories you have so beautifully captured for our family. Thanks from a grateful grandmother," Andy

"Annie has been an absolute pleasure to work with! Denver is on the 2022 creative team. At first, I was a little concerned about how responsive he would be during all the various photoshoots. Let me tell you, Annie has a gift for putting the kids at ease. She brought out his personality and pulled it directly through the camera lens, with stunning results! She is a world-class professional who works to make each shot perfect. Senior year is fast and furious. Don't delay in booking your spot with this talented artist. Our 2024 grad is already on Annie's list!" The Bush Family

"This is a totally biased review with nothing but radiantly glowing praise and love for Grapevine Memories. We have been a fan of Annie Drake and her work for over ten years. My daughter has had all her head shots with Grapevine Memories for several years now and we have been beyond excited to have her senior portraits done with Annie. The added bonus of having my daughter included in her class of 2022 creative team was thrilling. We loved every second of it. Annie made every session fun and inventive. She provided such thoughtful insight and ideas to guide us through the process that I honestly feel you do not receive anywhere else. The Memories captured by this true artist is beautiful and timeless. Grapevine Memories' professionalism will make you feel confident and blessed. Annie Drake behind the camera will make you feel confident and blessed. It is truly a wonderful experience." The Gula Family

"I had had my eye on Annie’s work for several years, so as soon as my son became a senior, I scheduled his photo shoot with her. She was amazing in every way and the finished product, his senior photos, more than exceeded my expectations. Probably like a lot of teens, my son wasn’t too “into” it. The prospect of spending an entire morning having his photo taken (a lot), changing outfits, etc. did not excite him. But when we arrived at the location, Annie took over. She brought him out of his shell, got him to engage in the process and the results were amazing. She was, simply put, fabulous. Annie is an artist and a perfectionist, and the outcomes are phenomenal." Alyce

"Where do I begin? We LOVED working with Annie! The entire process was seamless. She is such a professional, and she is brilliant at what she does! The images speak for themselves. We were very impressed at all of the details that she carefully paid attention to in order to have the beautiful results! Annie took so much time getting to know our HS Senior, so she could pick the right places and poses that not only were beautiful photos, but they were BEAUTIFUL photos that told our child’s story. We will forever hold on to and cherish these photos. Annie was able to creatively capture the love, personality, and passion of our daughter, and this is truly a special gift that is priceless." Kimberly

"My experience with Annie Drake was beyond my expectations. She is a true artist that takes so much pride in her work. She took the time and consideration to make my daughter feel comfortable and special. She is a master of bringing out the unique personalities of her subjects. My daughter was nervous at first, but Annie’s patience and sincerity quickly put that at ease. She is extremely articulate when it comes to communication and expectations. She guided my daughter and I through the entire process. The finished images were absolutely stunning and I have received numerous compliments on Annie’s work. I cannot wait to have Annie do my other kids’ senior sessions and I would highly recommend her to anyone and everyone looking for a photographer that is truly passionate about making her clients feel like family. Annie Drake is simply the best at what she does." Amy

"I loved everything about my daughter’s session with Annie. She suggested the best locations, what to bring, and what to expect. She was so easy to work with, and she created art. I am in awe of my senior’s pictures. They are literally breathtaking. If you want something that stands out from the crowd, Annie is for you. Thank you Annie for such an amazing experience." Tracy

"If you are searching for a friendly photographer who will put your student at ease and deliver phenomenal portraits, I highly recommend Annie Drake from Grapevine Memories. She quickly grasped who my daughter was and they worked wonderfully together. Annie captured her unique personality and created the most beautiful pictures. They completely took my breath away. Annie is truly an artist. We will absolutely treasure these pictures for a lifetime." Stephanie

"When our daughter Chloe was looking for senior photos, she had a very specific vision in her mind. She wanted her photos to have artistic expression unlike any others she had seen before. We knew we would have to find a very special photographer, one that would be willing to take risks and try new things, and we are so grateful to have found Annie Drake! Annie listened to Chloe’s every wish and desire, and each photo she captured was a true work of art. It was exactly what Chloe wanted, and we now have so many incredible photos to cherish forever. Thank you Annie for capturing our daughter’s creativity, personality, and her heart through these unique photo sessions!" Tammy

"When Annie Drake presented the idea to me that we must find a Delorean for Jackson’s senior pictures, I was so excited, but I never imagined she would find THE Delorean. Jackson has been throwing it back Marty McFly style since 7th grade and this year, we decided to go big for his senior photos! What a magical day this was! I felt like we were on the set of Back to the Future! Thank you Annie and Grapevine Memories for not only always capturing the very essence of Jackson, but for always bringing the magic with you. Senior parents, if you need an amazing photographer for your kid’s senior photos, please book now. She’s patient, kind, and thinks about every detail when getting to know your children and then capturing them in a way that will make your heart melt. I’m in awe! " Rhonda

"If you are adding to the stress of Senior Year by spending hours searching for photographers, do yourself a favor and stop right here. Annie is absolutely the best! We saw the photographs she did for a friend of ours on social media and were blown away by how good they were, so we contacted her to do our Senior pictures and we are so glad that we did. Like probably everyone, we were nervous about the process, the cost, the particulars—and mostly how someone would be able to convince our teenager to change clothes multiple times in one day, sit for pictures, and even smile a few times! But Annie really brought out his personality and got some priceless photographs that we will always treasure. One thing we appreciated as well was the great communication and transparency about how everything would work, be priced, etc. Annie was really a joy to work with. We are so glad we chose her and we will definitely be using her again in a couple of years for our next and last round of Senior pictures." Brian

"Senior Year is as exciting as it is stressful. The to do lists are endless! Annie Drake is a one woman phenomenon that will guide you through the Senior Photo experience, and the end result is an artistic masterpiece. Annie's approach is so refreshing. During the initial phone call, she makes it a point to get to know your child's interests and personality. On the day of the photoshoot, her calm and determined demeanor put my son and me at ease. Her expert knowledge of lighting, body placement, and picking the perfect backdrop and angles, produced pictures that we will treasure for a lifetime. Additionally, she was very flexible with our unpredictable schedule and generous with her time. I'd recommend booking as soon as possible, because Annie Drake is the hot ticket in town, and for good reason!" Anne

"Annie is the best photographer around. We loved every photo she took of our son and it was so hard to narrow it down to just a few. Annie is easy to work with and we look forward to having her take our other son’s senior photos when he becomes a senior. She makes everyone feel like a super star and her photos are amazing. Thank you Annie for the wonderful photos of our son. We will always cherish them." Jeannie

"Annie is incredibly talented (all kinds of national recognition) but, even more importantly she is a good and kind human. I was worried about whether Avi would be comfortable, but he just adored her. This momma is so proud and still trying to wrap my mind around the fact that he leaves for college in the fall. Having a parent with cancer is not the easiest on kids and a lot of responsibility has fallen to him. I’m just so freaking proud of him I can hardly stand it. I will miss him like crazy. Trying to soak in all the moments! Thanks to Annie for capturing this moment in time. ❤️❤️❤️" Katy

"Can't say enough wonderful things about Annie Drake - professional quality photos (best we've ever had), SO patient and wonderful to work with, and the "kids" (my grandkids) enjoyed working with her. Annie went above and WAY beyond to help us out, and did a beautiful job from start to finish. Thanks so much for the treasured photos!! We couldn't be happier." Pam

"All I can say is Annie Drake you are an AMAZING artist! Truly. I literally cannot wait to see Joe’s other images. Had so much fun doing his HS senior shoot with you. I so appreciate the care and thought you pour into your creative process. Having back-to-back seniors, I just wanted to capture their uniqueness. You have done that and more. Thank you again—this time in their lives is so special. Even though my boys really didn’t think they wanted to do a senior shoot, they understood how much I wanted them to—a “gift to me and Tom,” I said. After seeing how easy it was to work with you and their final images, they are really happy they said yes. I am too." Bridget

"I’ve worked with many great photographers through the years. But what sets Annie apart is her desire to really get to know the kid before you even start. She wants to understand what makes them tick so she can capture that vibe, both in the setting and in her advance preparation with them on their outfits. Combine that with her artistic vision and incorporation of lighting and you get a masterpiece to hang in your home that captures the true essence and Individuality of your kid." Kristina

"Choosing Annie Drake of Grapevine Memories to take my son's senior photos was one of the best decisions I've made! Annie was professional and very easy to work with from the first time that I contacted her. She was flexible in scheduling the session, and her senior style guide was key in helping my son choose a few outfits for the photo shoot. Annie took the time to review what my son was planning to wear, and she added wonderful suggestions to make the pictures perfect. The day of the shoot was pure fun! Boys don't often like getting their pictures taken, but Annie made it easy for both of us to relax and have a good time. As the day progressed, her experience in taking senior photos was apparent as she started showing us her favorite shots on her camera - they were amazing! The final part of the shoot was done on a track as the sun went down. I was worried that Annie wouldn't be able to get any shots as the natural light had disappeared, but she was prepared! Annie pulled several lights out and set the scene beautifully - those photos were dramatic and turned out to be some of my favorites! I would highly recommend Annie Drake to anyone who wants senior pictures, as well as family photos or professional pictures for any reason! I have already recommended her to several friends, and can't wait to see their pictures! I will absolutely go back to Annie and Grapevine Memories anytime I need beautiful pictures in the future!" Heidi

"Thank you, Annie Drake, for helping us make amazing and beautiful senior memories in the midst of a pandemic!! Backstory--we had loved working with Annie a few times before for theater photos, but then we moved 6 hours away. My daughter and I enjoyed seeing Annie post all of her friends’ senior photos and had talked about trying to make the drive ‘home’ to get to work with Annie. Then, Covid 19 came along. In the meantime, we had fallen in love with the Palo Duro Canyon, just a few miles from where we live now, and decided to somehow do senior pictures there. One morning, as I was scrolling through FB, I saw that Annie had posted a gorgeous photo of her daughter in ‘our’ canyon!! I was so excited! I figured she’d probably posted after getting home from her social distanced canyon cabin get away, but decided to reach out to her anyway. She immediately called me to tell me that she was still here and we booked an appointment for the very next evening. What are the odds??? She is incredible and has such a full schedule, was on vacation, and yet, she was as excited as I was to re-connect and make it happen!! KISMET! We had so much fun, laughing over silly things with bonus photos (screams over A HUGE LIZARD!!) for our memory book. Such a wonderful evening spent in the midst of a crazy time that we will never forget. Annie just makes you feel like family. She is such a genuine person, and it is obvious that she loves what she does so well. She makes her subjects feel so comfortable and the results sure speak for themselves. We love you, Annie!!" Christy

"Our experience with Annie has been outstanding. She treated us as if we were her own family and her most important client--and we know she treats each and every client the same way. The memories she created for us are priceless. She took the time to get to know my daughter, understand what was important to her, and then Annie crafted each shoot to be unique relative to what had special meaning for my daughter. While this is how Annie normally operates, she went above and beyond for senior year pictures and socially-distant photoshoots this spring. We got the same great photo opportunities and memory books as seniors graduating in a non-COVID year, made even more special by the care and attention Annie took to making it hassle free and exceptional for the seniors. We are so lucky to have Annie in our lives and I would recommend Grapevine Memories to anyone and everyone." Cristina

"We have been thinking of all the ways we could help celebrate Will’s graduation in this unique time. I had just looked into buying a mustang yard sign for Will. Imagine our surprise when Annie Drake texts us to look on the porch! We found this jewel! We were all screaming and cheering and in awe of this gift. Not to mention it’s super cool and an amazing picture. It’s such a personal representation of Will. The only problem is, we don’t want to put it outside. We are getting creative on our porch! Thank you Annie for capturing Will this entire year in unique ways. You will be one of things we treasure most about Will’s senior year. ❤️ Love you so much, Annie Drake!" Sheri

"I am thrilled to share my experiences with Annie Drake and Grapevine Memories Photography. I have worked with Annie twice, with each of my daughter's senior photographs and would recommend her to everyone! I have two very different daughters and Annie was able to draw out their personalities and uniqueness in ways that surprised me and them. She listens and observes and is able to determine what made each of my daughters feel special. Both girls commented that Annie just "knew" what they wanted in their senior photos. From the locations and clothes to the "mood" of each shot. And the end results were spectacular! My youngest daughter is a senior this year and I can state without hesitation that having Annie work with us on her shoot, the shoot itself and the final images, photos on canvas, and her graduation announcements have been the highlight of what has been a disappointing final semester. Thank you Annie for making both my daughter's senior years so special but especially Elizabeth in this very difficult time." Susan

"My experience with Annie Drake was a million times more rewarding, fun, and relaxed than anything I had expected coming in! She has an amazing personality and genuinely loves what she’s doing. Our photos turned out amazing and she was quick to begin editing and sending photos to us. There is nothing I can think of that wasn’t over the top amazing about the shoot and the photos she took! She takes great care to make sure everyone is comfortable and happy the whole day and I can not thank her enough!" Elizabeth

"I love working with Annie! My daughter’s senior photos turned out AMAZING! She is able to capture beautiful, creative shots all while making the experience a total blast! In addition to “beautiful” shots of my daughter, she also came up with fun shots that express my daughter’s interests: the Dallas Stars and Disney. I love the way Annie tailors each photo session to the individual. It has been such a fun year seeing not only my daughter’s photos, but also what Annie came up with for Katy’s friends who also used Grapevine Memories for their senior photos. Lastly, Annie took pictures of our family. I will always treasure these! I can not recommend Grapevine Memories highly enough - Annie has taken Katy’s headshots, Senior photos, and our family photos. All have been incredible photos and fun to take!" Dawn

"So I’m the Mom who waited until the last minute to book a session for my son thinking he would have no part of it. Boy was I wrong! He was a real sport for his mom and gave it all he had. He wasn’t the only one. Annie was really able to capture the spirit of my once little boy and his mom and dad will treasure these captive shots for the rest of their lives. She really makes the kids at ease as she is shooting them so that their personalities really shine. My son really enjoyed his session and more importantly, Annie knew the moment he was done posing. I highly recommend this creative, intuitive photographer. Thanks so much Annie." Amy

"Where do I begin?! I can’t say enough great things about our experiences with Annie. We have worked with her several times and each time I’m more amazed than before. She has a special way of making people feel comfortable and confident--the way that reflects in the finished product is truly priceless. I’m beyond thankful for the magic and the memories she has captured." Dawn

"I’m so happy that Annie Drake took my senior photos. You can tell she is truly passionate about what she does. She is so fun and creative. My pictures turned out absolutely stunning. My family and I are in awe of her work. Thank you so much!" Emily

"Annie was a dream to work with! She made the entire process flawless and has an amazing talent for seeing beauty where others might overlook it. My daughter had a unique story that came along with her senior pictures and Annie was so kind and understanding throughout the entire process even going so far as to nominate her for a magazine called "Inspiring Teens" much to our surprise! I can't speak highly enough of not only the entire process with Annie but also the incredible pictures she captured of my daughter!!! I recommend her to everyone I know and am blessed to have had her for the process. I can't wait to use her again for my other two daughters!!" Elisa

"Annie took my daughter and son’s senior pictures and I can’t say enough praises! From the beginning she had a plan for creating the perfect pictures! From outfits picked up by my children to the right and perfect places selected for those pictures, she was incredible! My daughter’s pictures turned out amazing and as a customer, she was “easy”. My son though was really tough to figure out what pictures and where but, Annie did figure it out! Pictures were creative and my children looked comfortable and relaxed. She will not disappoint you!" Marcela

"Three seniors in three years and three unique portrait sessions! Annie has a talent for understanding how to bring out the best in the kids and is amazing at understanding how to capture pictures that reflect their uniqueness. In addition you will get some amazing artistic shots that you didn’t even know you needed! Love Annie and can’t recommend her enough for this senior experience." Melinda

"I am so happy to have taken my senior pictures with Annie Drake. She took my friends and I to a wonderful location and captured beautiful pictures with artistry and style. It was so much fun to spend time with her as she made conscious decisions regarding lighting and scenery. Her attention to detail is evident in every picture she took. Not to mention, Annie is super kind and a wonderful person to work with. She made my friends and me feel comfortable and was willing to guide us every step of the way. She was patient, kind, and creative. The pictures are absolutely stunning. I would recommend Annie to anyone seeking a professional photographer that cares for you and the quality of your pictures. I will treasure these pictures forever. Thank you so much for your amazing work, Annie!" Isabela

"We have the privilege of working with Annie multiple times, with my twins two years ago and this year with my other high school senior. The kids feel very comfortable working with her, they loved the whole experience and the pictures are gorgeous. Annie goes the extra mile, she would listen to all of your ideas, give you some suggestions, and let each kid shine in their unique and personal way. The images look straight out of a magazine, she is a true gifted artist." Rosy

"Annie will bring out the best in your child. She is patient, warm and friendly. Even the most reluctant teenager will laugh and open up! They will actually walk away from the experience saying they had fun! The best is yet to come, when they see their pictures and they are excited about them! The whole experience really does make them feel special. Not only did Annie work with my two Seniors, but then we had a family session as well. I cannot say enough good things about Annie. From the prep for the photo shoot to the finishing process of ordering and receiving the prints, Annie helped, listened and coached, so we would get the most out of our experience and love our end result! Annie truly does care about each of her clients and I love that about her! I did a lot of research on photographers before I chose Annie, and what led me to choose her were the pictures on her Facebook page. The pictures had a professional look about them that were soft and natural and not "studio stiff". What a huge bonus to find out that she easy to work with and compassionate! No matter your budget, Grapevine Memories will have an option that works for you and you will have AMAZING KEEPSAKES! I highly recommend Annie and Grapevine Memories!" Sherry

"Annie did a fantastic job on my daughter's senior portraits. I've gotten tons of compliments on her pictures - they really are works of art. Annie was also super helpful getting ready for picture day - fielding endless wardrobe questions and offering great advice. She made the day all about my daughter who was still smiling at the end of the 3 hour session. I couldn't be any happier with the process and the pictures." Laurel

"Annie does absolutely amazing work! She was actually my second photographer to do senior pictures and I am so happy we chose her! She is so very professional, she works with you to find out who you are and what you're like to give your pictures a personal touch, and she's overall such a sweetheart! She helps you choose outfits and bring accessories that pull the look together while your style is still you! I couldn't have asked for anything more!! Plus all of her pictures are absolutely stunning!!!" Katie

"We are absolutely thrilled with our daughter's senior portraits. They are Gorgeous and they capture her personality, spirit and beauty! Annie is an Artist who spent a lot of time working with us to learn about my daughter, her activities, personality and style. She listened and offered suggestions of things we hadn't thought of. She worked with my daughter to choose outfits and accessories and she found beautiful locations. She was patient, sweet and kind to my daughter and the photos she captured are just Fabulous! I can't rave enough about Annie and her work! She is such a talented Artist and I am so happy that we found her. I would recommend her work to Anyone and Everyone!!! Working with Annie was a pleasure and a delight! She is great to work with Artistically and she is a Professional taking the time and care to communicate each and every step of the process. I look forward to working with her again!" Stefanie

"Fue un placer haber coincidido con Annie, gracias a mi prima que la conoce de años atrás y por supuesto me la recomendó y habló maravillas de ella como Fotógrafa pero nada comparado con la experiencia de vivirlo y verla trabajar con mi hija Ashley en su Quinceañera, fue una experiencia maravillosa ya que resaltó la belleza natural de ella y dejó al mismo tiempo que su ternura y picardía se vieran en el primer instante! Mil gracias por darnos la oportunidad de conocerla, por todo su apoyo ya que con toda su experiencia fue mucho más fácil conseguir un excelente resultado por hacer una excepción en mi caso ya que tenemos el tiempo encima, la recomiendo al 100% y espero muy pronto encontrarnos de nuevo! Un abrazo fuerte!" Linda

"Annie is such an imaginative and incredible photographer! She took senior photos for my daughter in places we would never have thought of, and they are all so unique and gorgeous. Can't thank her enough for such a wonderful session and special memories forever now!" Charlene

"Annie is not just a photographer, she is a true artist! She captured our son, Connor, for his senior pictures and they are memories we will always cherish. She was able to get him to come "out of his shell" in order to capture his true personality. And for that, we are forever grateful! We recommend Annie and Grapevine Memories to everyone we know. Thanks, Annie!" Liane

"We had a wonderful session with Annie! She is extremely talented in using the light to make beautiful portraits! She made my daughter feel comfortable and beautiful from the beginning. Her patience in walking through the process was also appreciated. We've got a 2018 and 2019 grad also and plan to use Annie for their senior shots also." Melinda

"I cannot say enough good things to truly describe how wonderful the work of Mrs. Annie is! Besides the amazing quality of the headshot photos Mrs. Annie took, she made sure to take them from every angle with a variety of faces until we got the ones we wanted! The environment was so much fun and extremely comfortable, as I was laughing and smiling the entire time, making the shots Mrs. Annie captured even better as she was able to capture the natural moments as well as our posed ones! The natural lighting and unique background color that Mrs. Annie utilized during my shots were amazing and I'm very confident that these two factors alone will allow my headshot to stand out from others! I would seriously recommend Mrs. Annie to anyone that needs headshots or any sort of pictures done because she is amazing and her work truly upholds to this!!!!!! <3" Sarah

"Grapevine Memories is an incredible business. Annie is not a photographer, she is an artist that creates beautiful, creative portraits that capture the subject in a way no one else can. She is considerate of her client's needs and desires. She works hard to give them exactly what they want but at the same time creating an unexpected work of art! LOVE, LOVE, LOVE her work!" Jane

"I worked with Grapevine Memories for my Senior, Family portraits AND Headshots, and could not be more pleased! Annie has a gift for personalizing each photo session, so each client's heart and personality show through in the final product. Each photo is a stunning, polished work of art. DFW is blessed to have Grapevine Memories!" Nicole

"I came all the way from Ohio to get my headshots from Annie, and my experience at Grapevine Memories is BY FAR the best photography experience I have ever had. Annie listened carefully to me and gave me EXACTLY what I wanted. My photos are flawless. Annie is so personable, creative, and caring. Can't wait to show off my new shots!" Austin

"Annie has been doing my daughter's headshots for several years and they are always incredible! Last week she was at a theater camp in NYC and during a workshop taught by a Broadway casting director he made the following comments on her headshot, "This is really a great headshot. It would standout in a commercial or Broadway casting. I love the white background - it immediately draws my eyes to you." Annie has a magic touch with lighting that brings out the subject's eyes." Dawn

"I have used Annie twice for my daughters' senior pictures. She is so wonderful to work with. Annie helps you prepare for the shoot so it goes smoothly. She is able to capture the best features and produce an amazing product. I've known Annie for several years and feel privileged to call her a friend." Kristi

"Annie is a true professional! She took care of everything from finding the bluebonnets we wanted to designing my daughter's graduation announcement. She is knowledgeable, talented, a perfectionist and very patient. I definitely recommend Grapevine Memories." Kat

"Annie did a great job. She has an incredible eye and finds really unique settings. My daughter loved the whole experience and felt like a model. The results speak for themselves." Lanell

"Annie Drake is an incredible photographer!! She has captured incredible portraits of my two daughters years apart which we will cherish for a lifetime. Annie also makes your child feel very special while working with them. Truly a great experience!" Megan

"There are many photographers out there to take senior portraits but few of them are artists like Annie Drake. Her photographs are exquisite and one of a kind! Annie took photographs of my son in 4 different outfits and 3 different locations for over 3 hours during our session. She worked with us and helped us pick clothes and the right location and the portraits are fabulous. Annie is patient and my son enjoyed the experience. I had to reschedule several times and Annie patiently worked with me. I have nothing but praise for her work. You can choose anyone to take your senior's portraits and get an ok result...I'm really glad I chose her as an artist because the results were stunning!" Angela

"Annie is easy and fun to work with. She has an incredible eye and is able to capture amazing images. If you are looking to celebrate a special moment, make sure you contact Annie. You will love the end result." Lily

"We have used Annie for family pictures and Senior pictures, and we highly recommend her. She has a way to capture light and expression that makes her portraits very unique. Aside from her skills, she's very sweet and patient, making it very easy to work with her." Claudia

"Annie has photographed me for several occasions and each experience has been wonderful. She makes each session all about you and does what makes you feel best. I am always pleased with her work." Kristen

"The images captured were perfect and timed to perfection. Love her work and will recommend her to my friends. Annie is a super nice person to work with and such a professional." Melissa

"Annie did a wonderful job with my son's senior portraits and our family portraits last year. She helped us with wardrobe and location ideas, helped design our senior ad page for the yearbook, and designed our graduation announcements and thank you notes. It was important to her that we loved our portraits and we did! We will definitely be calling Annie again when my younger son is a senior." Julie

"When my daughter Isabelle was a senior last year we were looking for someone to do unique and beautiful senior photos, and we knew exactly who to call. We had seen Annie’s work over the years and as a photographer she is patient, creative, and has just the most amazing eye. I’m not quite sure what her secret is, but her photographs always seem so perfectly suited to the subject, and Isabelle was no exception. Annie is willing to put in as much work as you want looking for that “special something” that will make your senior pictures pop. Annie had so many great ideas and Isabelle and I had so much fun working with her. There was nothing standard, boring or forgettable about our experience working with Annie, and we will always treasure our amazing portraits!" Julie

"Four years ago, Annie photographed our daughter Nicole. We were amazed with the locations she found, the ideas she had for poses, and the quality of the photographs she produced from the photo shoots. Several of the photos from Nicole’s senior portrait sessions are on our walls at home, and we love being surrounded by our daughter’s image as she has pursued her college degree. Fast forward to last month and our son Sean’s photo shoot, and Annie again amazed us with even more cool locations, ideas, and outstanding portraits! Annie captured Sean’s true self in the photos, and we came out of the photo shoot session with so many great portraits that it was hard to narrow down to the number of photos in the package we purchased. That’s a great problem to have for senior portraits, and that was our experience for both. Even more importantly, both Nicole and Sean were pleased with their photos from the sessions. We plan to have our family portraits done this summer with Grapevine Memories! If you are considering using Grapevine Memories for any portrait work, you can count on the utmost care in selection of settings, lighting conditions, poses and overall artistry that will not only capture the image of the subject but their very spirit. Throughout the photo session, Annie made the process feel effortless, and the poses were natural and stress free. Grapevine Memories web site shows a limited number of examples of Annie’s work, but we are sure that every session delivered more amazing portraits than expected AND difficult choices in final selections. Plan on spending some time reviewing the photos sent online, and making those hard choices… You can also plan on having no regrets in your selection of Grapevine Memories." Aaron & Teri

"You are so good at being a photographer, God has given you a wonderful vocation. Ben always comments how fun it is and how easy you make it. I never even thought he would take the time to do this and we already have wonderful photos to choose from, yesterday's session is icing on the cake with extra wonderful keepsakes. Thank you for your gentle handed spirit and magnificent talent." Kimberly

“My daughter was not looking forward to her senior pictures. Like many teenage girls she felt ugly and was not happy with the way she looked. I shared this with Annie and Annie told me that she would help Maggie to see her beauty and to be comfortable during the photo shoot. Maggie warmed to Annie, immediately. Annie started slowly and showed Maggie the still images from the camera. The images were gorgeous and even my daughter could not deny how beautiful she looked. Throughout the day, Annie continued to build Maggie up and help her feel at ease. Annie was able to capture Maggie's true essence. Annie was so genuine and kind and this session did so much for Maggie's self esteem. When we saw the final images, we were blown away. Annie gave our family a wonderful keepsake and great memories.” Sarah

“Being a mom who enjoyed dabbling in photography and having a child in a professional ballet company and one on a select baseball team meant that I already had a lot of “nice” pictures of my kids. As they were getting older it became impressed on my heart to find a photographer that could capture the children at this point in their lives and give us a piece of art, not just a cute picture. I prayed, and then I found Annie Drake . There is a difference in Annie’s work from other photographersthat immediately caught my attention. Her images kept coming back to me, burned in my memory. I wanted that for myself. Creating a timepiece for your own family is an amazing journey. Annie pays attention to every detail and she makes it fun! Her warm personality eased our young daughter and the resulting images were enchanting. Yes, our daughter has a ballet dress on in the photo, but it is not about ballet. The picture is about young, yet confident and ready to take on the world. The photo has a life of its own. The picture is alive. When it came time for our daughter’s senior pictures we knew Annie’s magic would grace our walls again. Annie’s personality and relaxed mood drew out the best from our daughter and we have another piece of art. Years had gone by and the only thing that had changed is that Annie’s work has gotten deeper and with more scope. There is no monetary value that you can place on photos of this quality. What she has given us are heirlooms. That is what brought me back to Annie. That is why I will be back again.” Lorie

“There was a time when I didn't even know if my son would see graduation day. The years were long and the days were dark and uncertain. So when the time came for senior pictures, it was more than just something on my to do list. It was truly a milestone and a long awaited achievement. I knew you were an amazing photographer, but I was still doubtful that you could have a great session with him. I was so wrong. Annie, you did something for me that I could never imagine. You found a way to reach into him and bring out the sparkle that I haven't seen since he was a child. There was light, there was hope, and a true sense of joy in each and every image. You truly captured the best in him. It's a hopeful reminder of how much potential he has. We are forever grateful to you.” Dawn

"For anyone wanting to find the perfect person to capture the perfect pose, it's Annie. My daughter Grace was skeptical at first, not wanting to get her picture taken. With Annie's patience, professionalism and class, she was able to make Grace feel truly special and the pictures came out amazing! One picture in particular is so beautiful it is a work of art and I will forever have it on our wall. Thank you Annie for helping us through what could have been a difficult time, and made it truly a special and fun memory. One she will remember in a positive and beautiful way." Barb

"We thoroughly enjoyed our Senior portrait experience with Annie Drake. She was creative, fun, professional, and extremely easy to work with. Every step of the process went smoothly, from planning the photo shoot, to choosing the photos, and then timely delivery of announcements and photos. Annie took the time to help us with organizing outfits for the shoot, and she used those ideas to coordinate the locations for the photo shoots. We are so happy with the results, and have very fond memories of a fun time! I would highly recommend her!" Shari

"I just have to say what a great experience we had with you, Annie! I appreciated the care and detail you took with every single shot. The absolutely gorgeous photos we now have are special beyond words. You truly set yourself apart from other photographers with the thought and planning and details you work into each session. Since we're still deciding which pictures to display and where they should be displayed, we've had several of Brooke's pictures on our dining room table. Brooke's younger sister, Blaire has been calling it "The Shrine to Brooke" LOL But, little does she know that, in about 2 years, when she's due for Senior pictures, she too can have a shrine…this time to Blaire. ha Thanks so much again for all the work you put into this session, before, during and after!!!" Renita

"Where do I even begin?! Annie is not only an incredible photographer, but an incredible person! From her impeccable customer service to the amazing care and precision she takes with each picture. Everything is thought out from location, position, light, angle and the personality of each client. She is committed to finding what each client wants and makes each session unique to that individual. I was beyond impressed by the work she has done on Madison's senior pictures. I can't imagine anything better! Thank you, Annie!" Kerri

"Having worked with a different photographer for our daughter's senior pictures, I was not sure that I would find someone that I liked as much when it came time for our son's senior pictures. Annie by far exceeded my expectations! I believe that boys that age are usually a bit harder to photograph as most are not natural posers. Annie sent pose ideas before the session to be practiced in front of the mirror. She is open to any ideas that her customers might have and tries to make your session unique and tailored to the subjects personality. The final product is great quality and will last a lifetime. I cannot say enough good things about Annie's work and the time she took with my son to get a variety of shots. These are not "cookie-cutter" photos but truly as special as the person being photographed." Cheryl

"We are very happy with the senior photos that Annie took of our daughter and our son. Annie took the time to connect with our children, even taking our daughter shopping for clothes. This was important because our children felt comfortable and confident posing for Annie and thus she was able to capture them just being their natural self. The results were stunning but not surprising. Thanks to Annie the walls of our house are now graced with photos of our children that are artistic, playful, and beautiful. Even though their footsteps and voices will fade in our house, we will always have Annie’s pictures to remind us of how special our children were and the great memories we shared together." Pirjo

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