COLLEGE GRADUATION Photography

4 nursing students pop champagne to celebrate graduation.

4 nursing students in white dresses celebrate graduation with photos in Omaha.

Nursing student poses with her stethoscope in a white dress to celebrate graduation.

Meet Claire

Hi, I’m Claire, and senior and college graduation photography is truly why I started this business. I fell in love with celebrating my clients and their achievements through personalized and elevated graduation photo experiences here in Omaha. There is something so special about documenting this once-in-a-lifetime milestone and creating images that you’ll remember and cherish forever.

As a college graduation photographer in Omaha, I specialize in creating elevated, personalized graduation pictures that celebrate everything you’ve accomplished. Your college experience shaped you, the late nights studying, the friendships, the growth, the milestones, and your graduation photos should reflect that journey.

Whether we’re capturing classic cap & gown portraits, popping champagne on campus, or documenting you in the spaces that meant the most during your college years, your Omaha graduation session is designed to feel meaningful, confident, and completely you.

If you’re searching for a college graduation photographer in Omaha who offers a refined, full-service experience and timeless, joy filled images, you’re in the right place. Let’s document this once-in-a-lifetime season in a way that feels iconic.

xo, Claire

Close up of girl wearing graduation cap, celebrating her graduation from Creighton University.

Omaha College Graduation Photographer

Girl raises college banner toward camera to celebrate where she is going to college.

Girl poses in her honor cord and a white dress for her cap and gown graduation photos.

Senior girl poses at Jocelyn Museum with cap and cord in Omaha.

Black and white photo of girl sitting on ledge at St. John's church on Creighton's campus during her college graduation photography session.

Image of Creighton graduate sitting on corner of fountain in front of St. John's during her college graduation pictures.

Your college years deserve more than a quick cap & gown snapshot, they deserve to be documented where it all happened. My Omaha college graduation photography sessions are designed to capture your story on campus: the walkways you crossed every day, the buildings that shaped your future, the friendships and milestones that changed you.

Whether you’re graduating from Creighton University, the University of Nebraska Omaha (UNO), Nebraska Methodist College, UNMC, or another local college, we’ll create elevated, joy-filled college graduation pictures that feel personal and iconic. Think champagne pops, cap tosses, classic portraits in your regalia, and modern, magazine-worthy images around your favorite spots on campus or around Omaha.

This season is once-in-a-lifetime; a celebration of late nights, big dreams, and everything you’ve accomplished. Your Omaha college graduation pictures should feel just as meaningful as the degree you worked so hard to earn.

Yes, we’ll get the cap and gown photos, those matter. But your graduation session doesn’t stop there.

This season of your life deserves to feel like a celebration of everything you’ve worked for, everything you’ve become, and everything that’s ahead of you. That’s why we go beyond the expected.

We’ll capture a mix of looks, real movement, and moments that actually feel like you, from elevated portraits to the in-between laughter, outfit changes, and yes… the celebratory champagne pop that brings it all to life 🥂

You don’t need to have it all figured out or show up knowing exactly what to do. I guide you through the entire experience so you can feel confident, relaxed, and fully in the moment. Because the goal isn’t just to check “graduation photos” off your list, it’s to create something that feels fun, effortless, and completely unforgettable.

Girl poses with giant foam finger to celebrate college graduation during photography session.

College graduate walks across campus in cap and gown for college graduation photography session.

College graduation picture of girl in blue cap and gown posing on Creighton's campus, holding bottle of champagne.

Champagne POP Graduation Photos

There’s just something about a champagne pop that instantly turns your graduation session into a full-on celebration.

Whether you’re graduating from Creighton, UNO or celebrating in the Omaha area, this is one of those moments that brings out the real excitement of it all, the kind you can’t pose or plan perfectly.

It’s a little chaotic, a little unpredictable, and always ends in the kind of laughter you can’t fake… which is exactly why it makes for some of the most fun, joy-filled graduation photos.

And the best part? You don’t have to know what you’re doing.

As an Omaha graduation photographer, I’ll guide you through the entire process, from where to stand, how to hold the bottle, and when to pop it so you can relax, have fun, and actually be in the moment. No awkward guessing, no pressure to “get it right”… just genuine, celebratory energy.

Whether it’s your first try or your second (because yes, we’ll absolutely go again if needed), I’m right there with you making sure we capture that perfect mix of movement, excitement, and “I can’t believe I just did that” joy.

Because your graduation photos shouldn’t just look good—they should feel like this moment in your life

Student pops champagne to celebrate college graduation during graduation photography session in Omaha.

College graduate pops champagne during college graduation photo session in Omaha.

Session GUIDE

Your college graduation photography session is so much more than just showing up with a smile. I’m here to make sure you feel fully prepared, confident, and excited! When you book with me, you'll get access to a beautifully curated Style & Session Guide packed with tips on what to wear, how to prep, and what to expect, plus ideas for locations, and more!

It’s like having your own session cheat sheet… created with you in mind.

This is one of the many ways I take the stress out of planning and help you feel amazing from start to finish and make the most of your college graduation session.

Sneak peek of senior session guide provided by Claire Petersen photography for all senior photo session clients.

You have questions

A: My goal for grad sessions is to give you an experience you will cherish forever. I want to make you feel like a rockstar for even just one evening, celebrating your accomplishments, and give you photos you are proud of,. I want you to feel comfortable and have the BEST time CELEBRATING!! I will give prompts and positively guide you through the session to create images that bring out your fullest, truest smile and capture who you really are. I will be there for you every step of the way to help the planning process, and I will also share my session/style guide to help you navigate outfit planning and get your creative wheels turning!
Yes! A print release is included in our contract. You are able to download and print your photos wherever you prefer!
I promise 4 weeks but work hard to get them delivered much sooner! Usually sneak peeks are up the next day!
Yes! Minor edits will be made to all of your images, but I believe our imperfections are what make us beautiful & unique. I go by the 48 hour rule… if you have a blemish or scratch that would be gone in 48 hours, I will remove it for you! If there are specific edits you want, these will be charged according to the number and complexity of edits.