Business Details
31 Years
experience
Professional Senior, Family & Business Portraits in Waverly, IA
Established in 1995, Bo Studio 121 has been delivering professional photography services for high school seniors, families, and businesses across Northeast Iowa. Our expertise lies in creating personalized, fashion-inspired portraits using both studio and natural lighting, with sessions tailored to individual client needs. Located in a 1920s storefront in Waverly, Iowa, we combine decades of experience with creative techniques to capture vibrant, artistic imagery in urban, rural, and natural settings.Our team specializes in senior portraits, family photography, and corporate headshots, serving communities including Cedar Falls, Waterloo, and Cedar Rapids. We prioritize client satisfaction through customized sessions, professional guidance on styling and posing, and a commitment to showcasing individuality through our work. With over 25 years of experience, we maintain a reputation for excellence in lighting, posing, and creating memorable visual narratives.
Services
Senior Portraits
Family Photography
Business Headshots
Corporate Portraits
Lifestyle Photography
Details
- Year established: 1995
Highlights and features
- We offer 25+ years of experience in senior and family portrait photography.
- Our sessions combine studio lighting with natural outdoor settings for unique imagery.
- We provide personalized styling and posing guidance for optimal results.
- Our team serves Northeast Iowa communities including Cedar Falls and Waterloo.
- We guarantee fast turnaround times for digital images and prints.
What people say
Fantastic results
Creative experience
Professional lighting
Fun atmosphere
Excellent customer service
Services
Senior Portraits
Custom high school senior photography sessions combining studio lighting and outdoor settings. We specialize in fashion-inspired portraits that capture individuality through creative posing and vibrant imagery. Sessions include styling guidance, multiple outfit changes, and both urban and natural backdrops to create unique, lasting memories for graduates and their families.
Family Photography
Personalized family portrait sessions designed to capture authentic moments and relationships. Our photographers use both studio and on-location settings to create timeless images that reflect family dynamics. Services include pre-session styling consultations, posing direction, and a variety of composition options to ensure natural, flattering results that families will cherish for generations.
Business Headshots
Professional business portraits that create strong first impressions through expert lighting and composition. We offer individual and group sessions with styling guidance to ensure professional, marketable images. Our services include wardrobe consultation, pose direction, and retouching to produce polished headshots suitable for websites, business cards, and professional marketing materials.
Lifestyle Photography
Natural, environment-based photography capturing subjects in authentic settings. Our approach combines technical expertise with creative vision to produce images that reflect personal style and daily life. Sessions emphasize genuine expressions and interactions, using both indoor and outdoor locations to create visually compelling narratives that tell individual stories.
Corporate Portraits
Professional photography services for businesses and organizations requiring consistent, high-quality employee portraits. We offer on-site and studio sessions with standardized lighting and composition for cohesive branding. Our team provides styling guidance and efficient workflow to accommodate multiple subjects while maintaining individualized attention to produce polished, professional images that enhance corporate identities.
People
Bo Ellison
Photographer
Professional photographer with 25+ years of experience specializing in senior portraits and family photography. Known for creative vision and ability to make clients feel comfortable during sessions.
Cindy Hendrickson
Photographer
Experienced photographer collaborating with Bo Ellison since 1996. Recognized for styling expertise and ability to capture authentic expressions during portrait sessions.
Questions
How do I schedule a senior portrait session?
Call 319-352-3211 to schedule your session. We recommend booking 2-3 months in advance to secure preferred dates.
What should I wear for family portraits?
Coordinate 3-4 complementary colors, avoid bold patterns, and bring accessories. We provide styling consultations to help plan outfits.
Do you offer business headshots for multiple employees?
Yes, we provide corporate portrait sessions for teams with group discounts and on-site photography options available.
How long does a senior photo session last?
Sessions typically run 2 hours, allowing time for 3-4 outfit changes and both studio and outdoor photography.
When will I receive my ordered prints?
Images are ready for ordering approximately 3 weeks after your session, with print orders completed within 2-3 weeks of ordering.
Can parents attend senior portrait sessions?
Yes, parents are welcome to attend and observe the entire session to share in this milestone experience.
Reviews (4)
Sasha Wohlpart
Jan 29, 2021
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Positive:Professionalism,Quality,Responsiveness,Value
Bo Studio 121 was very professional and responsive to our needs. They listened to us as we described what we were looking for and then they created a comfortable atmosphere which led to incredible headshots. We highly recommend them.
Bo Studio 121 was very professional and responsive to our needs. They listened to us as we described what we were looking for and then they created a comfortable atmosphere which led to incredible headshots. We highly recommend them.
Hemi Charg R.
Oct 03, 2020
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Top notch studio. Bo and Cindy really work hard to capture the essence of a subject. You will view your shoot and be wowed by that because it really shines through. Pricing leans a bit high but you get what you pay for and these folks are tops!
Brian Owens
May 18, 2020
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Wonderful place!! I would recommend them for any photos in the future!!! Very personal and professional!!!
Jodi Proffitt
Aug 08, 2019
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They definitely did a fabulous Job! they put in all their time to make sure the pictures were perfect. The photo session was not at all rushed, they honestly spent half they day on my son taking his senior pictures and the end results were absolutely perfect! Had such a hard time choosing because all the pictures turned out absolutely perfect! Would definitely recommend and we will be a returning customer
