BLOG - Wesley F Tharp

Dixon Illinois Senior Pictures, Pix Along The Way, Morgan, Dixon High School

AUG

21

2025

Morgan is a 2026 senior at Dixon High School in Illinois.She and her mom made the hour drive from Dixon to Clinton, Iowa, to come meet us and ...

AUG

14

2025

2026 Model Team - Photos From Prison?

Mansfield Mayhem at the Ohio State ReformatoryThis is the third year that we here at Pix Along The Way have taken a group from our Clinton studio and ...

JUL

30

2025

Rock Island Illinois Senior Pictures, ...

Puratee came to us from Rock Island, and has been part of our Class of 2025 Model Team.So she has spent much time at our studio in Clinton, Iowa, and ...

MAY

22

2025

Erie Illinois Senior Pictures, Pix ...

Kiera has been part of our Class of 2025 Model Team.So Kiera has spent much time at our studio in Clinton, Iowa, and in front of our camera. Her ...

MAR

24

2025

Media Day - What is it?

Sports Media Days are all over social media. So what are they?Simply put, Media Day is a day for the athletes to have fun and get some images taken ...

MAR

17

2025

Clinton Iowa Senior Pictures, Pix Along ...

Bella's session started out at our studio in Clinton, Iowa.And let me tell you, she came with a plan. Bella brought props, outfits, all the things. ...

JAN

06

2025

Clinton Iowa Senior Pictures, Pix Along ...

Eli's session started out at our studio in Clinton, Iowa.Since sports are a part of Eli's story, we brought out the fog machine and stadium lights ...

DEC

31

2024

Fear: The Enemy of Vision

"The LORD has said to Abram, 'Go from your country, your people and your father's household to a land I will show you. I will make you into a great ...

DEC

30

2024

Dixon Illinois Senior Pictures, Pix ...

Tyler brought all the things to start his session at our studio in Clinton, Iowa.He came with props as well as ideas. We love it when our seniors ...

NOV

07

2024

Thomson Illinois Senior Pictures, Pix ...

Logan's senior session started at our studio in Clinton, Iowa.Along with playing with our studio lights and fog, Logan also brought along his dog for ...

OCT

28

2024

Clinton Iowa Senior Pictures, Pix Along ...

Blake began his senior session at our photo studio in Clinton, Iowa.Since we wanted to make sure his sports were represented, Blake did a variety of ...

JUL

22

2024

Clinton Iowa Senior Pictures, Pix Along ...

When we asked Aiden's mom what she hoped we captured for her during Aiden's senior session, she responded, "His love of band, welding, his Jeep and ...

JUL

15

2024

How to Book Your Senior Session

Ready to book your senior session buy not quite sure how? If that sounds like you, keep reading. We are here to help. Here is how to book your ...

JUL

10

2024

What to Wear for Senior Pictures

When seniors and their moms stop by our Clinton, Iowa, studio to discuss senior pictures, one common question is, "What should I wear?"Some seniors ...

MAR

30

2024

Is the Resurrection Real?

"Why do you look for the living among the dead? He is not here; he has risen!" Luke 24:5bWhen you mention the name of Jesus, most people will have ...

MAR

20

2024

Faith, Lena-Winslow High School, Kent, ...

Here at Pix Along The Way, we are know for our contemporary style sports images with fog and gels. Senior sessions are often spent in locker rooms, ...

MAR

11

2024

Created For This

"For if you remain silent at this time, relief and deliverance for the Jews will arise from another place, but you and your family will perish. And ...

MAR

07

2024

10 Ways to Personalize Your Senior ...

Would you rather have your senior images be the same as everyone else or unique to you?If you chose the second option, then keep reading for some ...

FEB

20

2024

3 Things to Consider When Hiring a ...

Selecting a senior photographer is a big deal. Your teen's senior session will most likely be the last time they will have professional ...

JAN

04

2024

Christmas Model Team Photoshoot

On December 10, we gathered with our Model Team for one last photoshoot and Christmas party.This event wasn't so much about photography as it was ...

JAN

02

2024

So What Exactly is Model Team?

Model Team is above and beyond just senior pictures. It is a whole senior year experience!We had sooo much fun with our class of 2024 model team. We ...

SEP

11

2023

Chase, Morrison High School, Illinois, ...

Studio Pictures at our Clinton, Iowa, LocationChase's session started out in our studio. We brought all of his outfits back to the dressing room and ...

SEP

06

2023

Be Bold

"And they took note that these men had been with Jesus." Acts 4:13bAs I was reading my Bible the other day, I came across this passage about Peter ...

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09

2023

Clinton Iowa Senior Pictures, Pix Along ...

Starting in the StudioWe started Lucas' senior session at our studio in Clinton, Iowa. After getting a few shots in his street clothes, Lucas changed ...

AUG

03

2023

4 Reasons to Book Your Senior Photo ...

Booking a senior session in the fall can offer unique advantages and create memorable experiences. Here are four compelling reasons to book your ...

JUN

28

2023

Fulton Illinois Senior Pictures, Pix ...

A Session Unique for YouAlthough both of Zane's older brothers came to us for their senior pictures, each senior is unique, so we wanted to make sure ...

JUN

14

2023

Planning Ahead: Top Reasons to Book a ...

You've just finished your junior year. Why would you think about booking senior pictures already this summer?If you live in the midwest, specifically ...

MAY

31

2023

Katie Wilbur, Fulton Illinois Senior ...

When Katie's mom filled out the parent questionnaire that we email to all of our senior clients and their parents, she noted that she hoped we would ...

MAR

28

2023

Clinton Iowa Senior Pictures, Pix Along ...

We have known Sidney forever, so we were thrilled to have the opportunity to work with her for her senior pictures! Throughout high school, she has ...

MAR

20

2023

Are You Enough?

You are enough.It is a popular saying. It sounds nice. But is it true? Are you enough? Am I enough?Although it is an unpopular opinion, I would like ...

FEB

28

2023

Spragueville Iowa Senior Pictures, Pix ...

Spragueville, Iowa - Summer Senior Pictures From the moment Rylie stepped into our Clinton, Iowa studio, she was full of energy and always ...

JAN

05

2023

What is Model Team?

It's senior pictures, but it is so much more!We took a couple years off from having a model team, but it's back!! We are looking for current juniors ...

NOV

05

2022

Eldridge Iowa Senior Pictures, Pix ...

Eldridge, Iowa - Summer Senior PicturesHaley drove to Clinton to start out her senior session in our studio. From the moment she walked in the door, ...

SEP

29

2022

When to Schedule a Senior Photo Session

"How soon do you book up?"It is a question that we get asked quite frequently. It is really going to depend on your individual area. Each year here ...

JUL

08

2022

What to wear?

Senior year is such a busy time. The last thing you want to worry about is what to wear for senior pictures. I want to take some of that stress off ...

JUN

20

2022

Location Ideas for Senior Pictures

As I was scrolling through old blog posts, I came across this one on different locations for your senior session. It had some great ideas, and since ...

JUN

13

2022

When Should I Book My Senior Session?

With the graduation ceremonies at Clinton High School and many of the surrounding schools recently completed, it is fitting for you, the class of ...

JUN

10

2022

Meet Abigail, Our Summer Intern

If you have stopped by the studio recently, you may have noticed a new face. Wes and I are so excited to work with Abigail Temple this ...

JAN

26

2022

The Tween/Teen Experience

They are not yet adults, but they are no longer little kids. As they become who God created them to be, let's pause for a moment and celebrate who ...

NOV

08

2021

Staying in the Tent

When you think about Joshua in the Bible, what comes to mind? Is it Joshua marching around the walls of Jericho (with slushies being thrown at them ...

AUG

31

2021

Stop Scrolling and Pray

How many times have you been scrolling through Facebook and have come across a post saying "Pray for..."? Maybe we are being asked to pray for a ...

JUN

08

2021

Faith Over Fear - What Does It Even ...

Faith Over Fear...the words are everywhere, on T-shirts, in sermons, and even on tattoos, but what does Faith Over Fear really even mean? And what is ...

JAN

05

2021

Chosen For Such a Time as This

My children LOVE listening to the Focus on the Family radio drama Adventures in Odyssey. In fact, they love listening sooo much, that one year for ...

JUN

04

2020

Team Photos While Social Distancing

As teams in some states are given the go ahead to play, players and parents alike will want to remember this season as one to go down in the history ...

MAY

31

2020

Delight Yourself in the Lord

"Delight yourself in the Lord, and He will give you the desires of your heart." Psalm 37:4Ever since I was in junior high, I wanted to write a ...

MAY

29

2020

Alexa Clay - Sports Session

Alexa had been waiting a looong time to get on the track and do a photo shoot. But then there was quarantine, and the rest of the track season was ...

MAY

18

2020

What's in a Name...and How We Came Up ...

We could have been Tharp Photography, or Photos by Wes, or even Tharp Pix. So why did we choose Pix Along The Way? Pix Well, "Pix" is short ...

MAY

07

2020

National Day of Prayer

The first Thursday in May has been set aside as the National Day of Prayer here in America. Usually gatherings take place in churches, parks, ...

MAY

01

2020

Apply The Soap

Soap. It has become quite popular lately. I prefer to purchase the big refill bottles of liquid hand soap. In the recent weeks, I have searched ...

MAR

24

2020

Officially Certified ...

I hope and pray this blog finds you well and safe during these times. A week ago, I received a long awaited email that marks another milestone in my ...

MAR

15

2020

Psalm 34:4 Delivered From Fear

I never thought I would download the Bible App to my phone. I like to turn real pages and actually search my Bible to find the passage. Hey, I didn't ...

MAR

10

2020

Senior Year To Do List

So, I just searched "Senior Year To Do List" and discovered a BUNCH of lists and even some fun graphics. They all had similar ...

FEB

23

2020

2021 Street Team - Applications Now ...

The search is on for Pix Along The Way's 2021 Street Team. This will be something you definitely don't want to miss! In fact, send this ...

JAN

23

2020

Photography Workshop - Get Out of Auto

Do you have a camera but are confused with all of its buttons and knobs? Would you like to be able to use your camera to its full potential? We ...

JAN

20

2020

Now on Pinterest!!

Do you use Pinterest? I know I have boards for everything from recipes to educational ideas. It is one of the most common websites for seniors ...

JAN

07

2020

Thoughts For 2020

Looking Back at 2019Like many, 2019 was not without successes and challenges professionally and personally. Before highlighting some of my ...

AUG

16

2019

Something Tangible

As technology continues to improve in our culture, we sometimes forget what life was like without a cell phone, social media, and GPS. I remember ...

AUG

09

2019

Location, Location, Location

So as I thought about writing this blog post, I had a few different ideas floating around in my head. I could talk about the importance of printing ...

JUL

05

2019

So You Need a Senior Photographer...Now ...

Ok, so it's been awhile...I should have written this about a month ago, but here we are now. So here is part 2. In part 1, we looked at how to go ...

MAY

01

2019

So You Need Senior Pix...Now What? part ...

You've waited YEARS for this, and now it's almost here...Your Senior Year!! Class of 2020. You need senior pictures, but where do you even start, and ...

MAR

13

2019

Business Head Shots

Our daughter recently needed a head shot for a college awards banquet. So what does her photographer father tell her to do? "Just use one of your ...

MAR

10

2019

Shrek Invades Clinton

We are often connected to high school sports in the area and love getting a shot of the game winning touchdown or the dunk shot where a kid is ...

JAN

30

2019

Now Accepting 2020 Senior Reps!!

Are you going to be a 2020 senior? Do you have a unique sense of style? Does participating in photo shoots with friends at exclusive locations appeal ...