Interview with MacKenzie Birch - Shawnee Heights Class of 2024 - Topeka's Best Senior Portraits

In a recent senior portrait session, we had the pleasure of photographing the wonderful and photogenic MacKenzie. From Shawnee Lake girls' softball fields to downtown and the capitol steps, each location showcased a different facet of her vibrant personality.

We started at the softball fields during the mesmerizing sunset, capturing MacKenzie's tough and determined spirit with the help of smoke effects. The shots showed strength and authenticity, reflecting her passion for sports. Moving downtown, we captured her carefree personality against the backdrop of one of our favorite alleys near downtown, resulting in a series of amazing and beautiful images. The capitol steps served as a perfect setting to honor her academic achievements, as she proudly donned her cap and gown. She looked so cool in front of the pillars and stone walls. Finally, we concluded the session on a high note, capturing MacKenzie's natural beauty against the Topeka skyline and sunset from a parking garage. Her radiant smile and the serene atmosphere created stunning images that captured the tranquility and joy she is full of! Overall, MacKenzie's senior portrait session was a great experience for our team. Her photogenic nature, coupled with her lively personality, made every moment enjoyable. We are grateful to have been a part of this milestone in her life, and the images we captured reflect the essence of her high school journey, ensuring that these precious memories will be cherished for years to come.

T.H. Peterson: What are you looking forward to most your senior year?  MacKenzie: Attending home football games.

T.H. P.: What have your fondest memories playing softball?
MacKenzie: Some of my favorites would be hitting my first over the fence home run and going to State my Junior year.
T.H. P.: Have you ever been injured playing?
MacKenzie: Luckily I have not, just some bumps, bruises and lace marks here and there.
T.H. P.: What are your plans after high school?
MacKenzie: Going to school. Want to play softball and plan on majoring in Psychology.
T.H. P.: What is your dream job?
MacKenzie: family or child therapist. 
T.H. P.: What classes are you relieved to be done with?
MacKenzie: Physics!!
T.H. P.: What is something you enjoyed about your shoot with us?
MacKenzie: Definitely the cap and gown pictures.
T.H. P.: Favorite place to hang out?
MacKenzie: Anywhere with friends.
T.H. P.: Last movie you saw and what did you think of it?
MacKenzie: Twister. It’s my favorite movie to watch during thunderstorms. It’s a classic.
T.H. P.: What advice has your mom given you, you will always hold close?
MacKenzie: Be strong, be confident, it’s okay to not let people walk all over you.




 

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  1. AnonymousJune 8, 2023 at 5:28 PM

    Great photos! You are all the way beautiful!

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