It's not so often that I have the opportunity to portrait an Helicopter pilot, even in training, but when that pilot is a high school senior, it's kind of a unique opportunity.

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The hour of the fly lesson dictated the time of the session. And we had to deal with a bright sunny day when the sun was at its highest, on a mid-summer day.

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Last stop was was around noon, and Robert wanted some pictures against the Seattle skyline where he headquartered his business. 

High School senior portrait against Seattle skyline

It was technically challenging, but what a fun session, and a great time with this young man!