Let me start off by confessing that I have been wanting to photograph Petersen for the past, like, 10 years. So the fact that he reached out to me about doing some birthday portraits for him was literally a dream come true hahaha.

Petersen's 30th Birthday PortraitsWaveny Park, New Canaan
Petersen is now 30 years old! I see so many memes on social media asking if it hurts when you turn 30, so I always love to see people embracing this new decade of life. These days, the ability to see a new year is a MASSIVE blessing.

"I’m excited to see how GOD is going to pour into all aspects of my life. I look forward to HIM!"
-Pete

Petersen's 30th Birthday PortraitsWaveny Park, New Canaan Petersen's 30th Birthday PortraitsWaveny Park, New Canaan Petersen was one of Roody's groomsmen in our wedding over 9 years ago. He and Roody grew up in the same church together and they always competed in church sports. Now Petersen is a grown man, and he has become a partner at Belly & Body Boxing!

"Nothing like having ownership of something you're most passionate about."
-Pete

Petersen's 30th Birthday PortraitsWaveny Park, New Canaan

The first things I noticed when Pete changed into his second outfit were his Taft shoes. If I were a guy, I would buy a new pair every month. I even follow their social media page. So clearly, Petersen has some style!

"I just like to dress differently in a subtle way."
-Pete
Petersen's 30th Birthday PortraitsWaveny Park, New Canaan Petersen's 30th Birthday PortraitsWaveny Park, New Canaan

I hope you had an amazing 30th birthday celebration, Petersen! May God continue to bless you :)