Jonah Shields

Jonah sitting on a path

Meet Jonah, a senior in high school who is passionate about baseball. From a young age, he spent countless hours on the diamond, practicing his swing, and perfecting his pitch. His hard work and dedication to the sport paid off when he received a full ride scholarship to attend Cal State in Bakersfield, a school known for its strong baseball program.

Jonah’s family is a big reason for his love of sports. They are a tight-knit group who bond over their mutual love of baseball and football. His parents instilled in him a passion for sports from a young age. His siblings are also involved in sports, and the family often spends weekends cheering each other on at games and matches. I loved that Jonah brought his little brother to the photoshoot. You’ll see a really sweet picture of them below. They are close brothers!

As Jonah prepares to start his college career, he knows that he has a lot to look forward to. He is looking forward to the challenge of playing at the college level, where the competition is tougher and the games are more intense.

In the end, Jonah’s love of baseball and his family’s support have been instrumental in getting him to where he is today. With his full ride scholarship to Cal State in Bakersfield, he is poised to continue his athletic career and achieve great things both on and off the field.

Jonah,

I want to thank you for allowing me to take your senior photos. It was a pleasure to get to know you and your passion for baseball and to showcase your bright future ahead. Your talent and dedication to the sport are truly inspiring, and I have no doubt that you will go on to achieve great things at Cal State in Bakersfield.

It was also wonderful to meet your family and witness their unwavering support and love for you. Their enthusiasm and encouragement are a testament to the strong bond that you all share.

I wish you all the best as you embark on this new chapter in your life. May you continue to work hard, follow your dreams, and always remember the love and support of those closest to you.

Thank you again for allowing me to be a part of this special moment in your life.

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Jonah's senior photo
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Trevin Jones

I’m still in disbelief that my nephew, Trevin Jones, is going to be a senior this year. He is the oldest grandchild on Brandon’s side of the family, and I feel like that went by way too fast! I know everyone says that about kids. I have felt that too, with my own, but I think I am still in denial about childhood slipping away quickly. When I find myself up in the night twice with my youngest, I think, “Nah, this isn’t going by that quickly.” Then I turn around to see my nieces and nephews, it hits me hard that it truly flies by!

I was looking back at Trevin’s pictures from two years ago with his family, and he’s grown up so much since then! Trevin is such a stand-up kid with good grades, high morals, and a fun sense of humor. As you can tell from the pictures, he’ loves tennis (which he is AMAZING at) and the guitar. It was awesome to have a little background music in the session! He is so good with little kids, too. When we visit them in Billings, I always have a child who is toddler age that becomes Trevin’s little buddy.

Dear Trevin,

Thank you for setting the best example being the oldest grandchild. All my kids look up to you. They think you are the bees-knees! Thank you for playing with them and teasing them when we are around. You make them feel like a million bucks. I think you are destined for nothing but success and happiness. Senior year is full of choices and opportunities, and it’s just the beginning of the rest of your life! It really just gets better and better from here. Whatever path you choose, you will be extraordinary, and I’ll be cheering you on the whole way! I love you Trevin!

Trevin Jones
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Kyle Barter

Kyle Barter
This is Kyle Barter, a senior at Pershing County High School! I had the privilege of getting to know him at his senior session. Kyle is an incredibly talented athlete! His heart is on the basketball court. He helped the team get to the State Championship in Reno! Even though they lost, they played the best game they ever had. They really gave the other team a good game.
Kyle also is a star pitcher for the Mustang baseball team. His height and arm make him perfect for the job. The Barter family bleeds baseball through and through, so they love to come to games and cheer on Kyle and the Mustangs!
Kyle’s best friend is Maggie Baker. I got to know her a little through private swimming lessons a couple years ago. She was kind enough to teach my daughter, Kiera, how to swim. Maggie is very patient, smart, and caring! Kyle and Maggie have been best friends since 6th grade. So of course we had to get pictures of the two of them! Maggie also plays softball, so it was pretty cool they were both the number 7. I love when clients bring a best friend to the session because it adds an element of relaxation and fun!
After graduation, Kyle is headed to serve in the Air Guard and Maggie is headed to UNR. I’m really excited to see where their future takes them and I know they will be missed at PCHS!

Dear Kyle,

Congratulations on your senior year! You are an incredibly hard worker, and I know the Air Guard is going to be lucky to have you. I am so grateful for those who serve in our military. Our country is indebted to those who sacrifice their time, their abilities and even their lives. I really enjoyed getting to know you and your kind heart. Thank you for trusting me to take your senior pictures! Thank you for being so detail-oriented when it came to setting up the baseball and basketball for pictures so we could see the logos! You and Maggie were such fun clients, and I am excited for you both. I know you will be such an asset in the Air Guard and I wish you the very best!

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Taryn Houston

Taryn Houston
Meet Taryn Houston. She’s this really talented girl who comes from an amazing family. She is the oldest of six and she is a fantastic big sister.
Taryn is headed to the University of Nevada, Reno! I have a special place in my heart for UNR. I was able to attend for a year, and I love that campus so much! She made an excellent choice. She is going to have an easy time making friends. I have no doubt she will do well academically!
She is interested in the medical field which is very admirable. Not only are there always jobs needed in that field, but it takes a kind heart to do that type work. And Taryn has just that kind heart needed. She mentioned an interest in nursing or dental hygiene. Wherever her education and career lands, she will be incredible.
Taryn is also very athletically gifted! Not only does she play volleyball but basketball and softball too! She is a natural! She is one of those kids who can do anything! Taryn is the kind of teammate who drives you to be better and cheers you on.

Dear Taryn,

Congratulations on graduating this year! I’m so excited to see which career direction you decide to go! You are so smart, very driven, and incredibly talented! Your future is so bright! I wish you nothing but happiness and success at UNR during your college years. It is such an exciting time of life! One where you’ll make many important decisions that will affect the rest of your life. And I know you are going to kill it! Thank you for trusting me to take a few pictures to remember this time in your life. You made my job so easy! I have thoroughly enjoyed getting to know you. I wish you the very best in all your future endeavors!

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Hunter Burrows

Hunter Burrows

This is Hunter Burrows! He’s a senior at Pershing County High School. I really enjoyed my time getting to know him! Hunter is very level-headed and easy going. He made my job super easy!

He played defensive line and center on the football team. I’d say that’s an excellent position given that he is 6′ 2″! As you may remember from my session with Ty and George, they won and were State Champions!

Along with football as a side activity, Hunter really enjoys working on a ranch. I could tell right away that driving tractors is his favorite part of the job. My little assistant, Kiera, came with me for this session, and he was so sweet and gave her a ride in the tractor! I loved being able to take these pictures on the ranch. He was completely relaxed because he was in his element, and he was in a place he loves.

Hunter was quite the trooper for this session. It was snowing off an on all day. I thought about canceling, but with Nevada’s constantly changing weather, I decided to wait it out. Hunter never complained even though it was very chilly! It did snow on us a little bit! You can see some snowflakes in some of the pictures! I guess it will make a fun story for Hunter to tell his grandkids someday. “Not only did I have to walk to school in the snow, uphill both ways, but I also had to take my senior pictures in the snow!” Haha!

Hunter

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Brandon Zile

Before I knew Brandon Zile, I knew his amazing mom, Megan. We met at a church Halloween party. That’s where I first learned that they lived on a ranch an hour outside of town. And by an hour outside of town, I mean outside of our teeny-tiny town. So they lived really far out!

Megan told me stories about her kids at the party. She told me about the ranch they lived on and how it was hard work but really wonderful too.

Megan and Dave have “yours, mine, and ours” kids that keep them on their toes. Brandon is the oldest of the seven kids. Two girls live in Southern Nevada, so when they all get together for Christmas break, we have to take pictures! We did family pictures as well as Brandon’s senior pictures. And let’s not forget Roger, Brandon’s dog! It was really fun having Roger smile for a few pictures!

Brandon Zile

Megan has often told me how proud she is of this fine young man. He is Dave’s best worker on the ranch! He works hard and has common sense when issues arise. Brandon has strong core values. He puts his family and God first. And when the work is done and it’s time to play, you will find him shooting hoops and doing wheelies on his mountain bike!

Brandon, you are one focused senior! I love that you are driven to work hard. You have a humble attitude that people can’t help but love! Your confidence in yourself is well balanced by your humility. What a wonderful example you set for your younger siblings! They look up to you and love you so much. The Pershing County Mustang basketball team is going to miss you! I hope this senior year leaves you with amazing memories. Thank you for sharing a little piece of it with me! Good luck, Brandon, in all your future endeavors!

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Ty & Jorge

It was a cold, bone-chilling evening when I got the text. Mustangs won! They are the State Football Champions! Second year in a row too! Word was spreading to gather a welcome home parade down Main. Frequent updates were sent in the group text letting us know how close they were.

We quickly gathered our little family out the door to be a part of the cheering crowd. Unfortunately, we couldn’t go to the game, but we REALLY didn’t want to miss this part.

We parked at the library and walked to Main. People were lining up on the sidewalks as I continued to receive updates through texts. “They are 10 minutes out.”

“5 minutes out.”

“They just got off the freeway!”

The Parade

The fire trucks preceded them with their lights flashing. Then came the police cars with their flashing lights. If you were visiting Lovelock that evening, you probably wondered what catastrophe had just occurred! Then finally the bus came behind the police!

With the windows down and packed full of football players, the whole town was cheering! Cheerleaders were chanting their cheers. “We Are the Champions” by Queen was playing loudly from someone’s car. You could hear everyone singing along!

Man I love this small town! I’m a little embarrassed to admit this, but I teared up. I felt the love of the whole town there to support the football team. This team brings the town together, kind of like the end of Remember the Titans.

New Friendships Through Football

It was because of this team I’ve met new friends! It was in the football stands where I met Ty and his family. We were new to the community. We thought it would be fun to go to a home game. What we didn’t know was that we would become fast friends with the Gentry’s. Our kids instantly flocked to them! Basically, we bonded that night!

Ty and Jorge, congratulations on an amazing season! We are proud to be Mustang fans! Thank you for trusting me to take these pictures! And thank you for making this one of the most fun sessions I’ve ever had!

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Eric

Meet Eric! He’s this really cool, incredibly smart, and athletic senior. It was so fun getting to know him and talk to him about football, future college plans, and favorite subjects. Plus he’s got the best smile! I’m excited to see where the future leads him. Good luck this year Eric! Senior year is the best!