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HomeStories of Connection

Stories of Connection

This is where we share the stories behind the artwork.
Reflections on connection, belonging, legacy, and the relationships that shape our lives.

Black-and-white portrait of a woman in a black dress looking over her shoulder with a playful smile during a women's portrait session at Strauss Peyton Portrait Studio in Kansas City.

Celebrating the Woman You’ve Become.

Eight cousins seated on back patio steps in Hazelwood Leawood enjoying ice cream cones, with some smiling, some focused on their treats, and one making a goofy face.

What Thousands of Portrait Sessions Have Taught Us About Being Photographed

Fall portrait of three generations at Quivira Park in Overland Park with the family gathered in a playful squish, smiling and laughing in golden afternoon light.

Why We Spend So Much Time Getting To Know You Before Your Portrait Session

Creating a Unified Look for the City of Olathe

My Rescue Dog Is Afraid of Everything.

A Portrait for History: Honoring a Lifetime of Service

Professional man in a gray polo shirt shrugging with both hands raised against a light background, expressing uncertainty or comparison in a business context.

When Is It Time to Refresh Your Professional Portrait?

A tan rescue dog sits in the studio on a gray background, facing the camera but turning its head toward the main light, creating a softly edge-lit profile. The owner sits beside the dog, arms wrapped around it in a tight hug with her head nestled into the dog’s neck, mostly in shadow with eyes closed.

Why Your Dog Feels Like Home (And Why You Secretly Love It)

Family portrait wall art installed in an entryway, featuring a vertical portrait with three square portraits arranged beside it

Why Where Your Wall Art Lives Matters More Than You Think

Studio portrait of a father hugging his young son, with the father smiling with his eyes closed and the child leaning into him with a warm smile

What a Portrait Experience Actually Feels Like

Black and white studio portrait of two people standing close together with their hands clasped gently between them.

Couples Portraits That Actually Feel Like You

Kaela and Jonathan of Strauss Peyton Portrait Studio at the Johnson County Best Photographer 2025 award reception.

Honored to Be Named Best Photographer in Johnson County 2025

Capturing timeless portraits that celebrate family, legacy, and love — since 1900.

  • 11836 Quivira Road
    Overland Park,
    KS 66210
  • 913-649-1595
  • info@StraussPeytonKC.com
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