T.H. Peterson Photography

We had such a great time photographing Emberly’s senior pictures! We started the session at Four Corners, where the rustic buildings and warm evening sunlight gave us the perfect backdrop for some amazing portraits. Emberly was a natural in front of the camera from the very beginning. Her smile came so easily, and she looked completely comfortable throughout the session. Her mom was there the whole time helping out and cheering her on, which made the experience even more fun. After that, we headed to Osage County Fishing Lake, where the skies absolutely stole the show. We photographed in the fields, along the gravel paths, and around the lake, but my favorite images came when we moved down to the water. Emberly looked beautiful standing along the shoreline and even stepping into the water for some truly unforgettable photos. The final images of the evening were especially stunning. The sky turned into soft shades of pink, purple, and blue, creating a cotton-candy sunset that was simpl...

I’ve been photographing Caleb for years now, and it’s been such a joy to watch him grow up. He’s a senior at Washburn Rural High School, and this session felt extra special. Caleb has such a fun personality and an awesome smile—he seriously cracks me up every time with his silly faces. We had a blast together, just like always! It’s always easygoing and full of laughs when Caleb’s in front of my camera. For his senior session, we met up bright and early at Osage County Fishing Lake, and wow—the sunrise did not disappoint. The sky lit up in the most amazing shades of orange, pink, and red. It looked like it was on fire! Caleb was joined by his family and girlfriend, which made the whole experience even more memorable. It felt like we were all just hanging out while capturing some stunning photos along the way. Here are just a few of my favorites from that beautiful morning. T.H. Peterson: What classes are you looking forward to your senior year? Caleb: Welding and CAD classes so I can ...

I had the pleasure of photographing Robert, a high school senior from Royal Valley High. Robert is not just your average senior—he’s a football player with an amazing smile and one of the friendliest personalities you could ever meet. We couldn’t have asked for a better day for his session. The weather was perfect, and the sunlight gave everything a warm, golden glow. We started at Ward Meade Park, which is one of my favorite spots. The mix of colorful fall leaves and historic charm gave us some incredible backdrops. Robert was a natural in front of the camera, and his cheerful personality made it easy to capture some great shots. Afterward, we headed out to the countryside near the Governor's Mansion and the Kansas River. The scenery was stunning, especially as the sun began to set. The golden hour light mixed with the vibrant fall colors was absolutely magical. It felt like the perfect way to celebrate the last bits of autumn before the leaves are gone for the season. Overall,...

I had the best time photographing Aubrey from Lyndon High School for her senior session! We kicked things off in downtown Topeka, where Aubrey brought tons of energy and personality to every shot. She showcased her cheerleading skills, along with her love for volleyball, and her joy was contagious. Her beautiful smile lit up every scene, and it was so easy to capture her bright spirit. The weather was amazing, with clear skies and a perfect golden hour glow that made everything even better. As the sun began to set, we made our way to the Governor's Mansion, where the light was absolutely stunning. The final shots by the Kansas River were my favorites of the whole session. The soft colors from the sunset reflected on the water, adding a warm, natural touch to every photo. Aubrey’s excitement and confidence truly shined through in these images, and each one felt like a perfect snapshot of her senior year. T.H. Peterson: What are your plans after high school?  Aubrey: Go to nursing sc...