As a Phoenix Senior Photographer, I love when my photography connects me to people in new and unexpected ways. Recently, I had the pleasure of photographing Jayson, a senior at Estrella Foothills High School in Goodyear, AZ. What made this session extra special was how Jayson’s mom found me—through friends who live all the way in Idaho! I had previously taken family photos for them while they were visiting Arizona, and when Jayson’s mom asked, “Who took your photos?” the rest was history.

Jayson has lived in the Phoenix area for two years, but baseball has been a big part of his life for much longer. When we planned his senior session, I was thrilled that his coach at Estrella Foothills High School was willing to open the baseball fields just for us. We even captured a special moment when the coach surprised Jayson by putting a message on the scoreboard, which made the day even more memorable.

Even in the harsh sun on the field, I had a blast capturing Jayson in his element, and he was all smiles from the start. I learned so much about him, like how he hopes to continue playing baseball in college and that he’s the youngest of four siblings. It was clear how much baseball means to him, and I’m so glad we could incorporate that into his senior photos.

After our time on the baseball field, we changed up the scenery and headed to Star Tower at the entrance of Estrella Mountain for some more classic senior portraits. This spot gave us the perfect backdrop for a different look, blending Arizona’s beautiful desert vibe with a more laid-back feel.

Jayson, thank you so much for letting me capture this exciting time in your life. It was a joy getting to know you and hearing all about your plans for the future. As a Phoenix Senior Photographer, I love celebrating milestones like these and being part of such important moments. Wishing you all the best on and off the field!