Born in Denmark Allan landed in the Dallas area via Canada and California but now calls Phoenix his forever home and loving it every day.  

Since then, Petersen has strived to master the technicals while becoming fiercely connected with his subjects. In fact, he considers this ability his superpower. It’s not just about a great image but rather about immersing everyone in the experience. When not writing about himself in the third person, Petersen likes to volunteer in nursing homes shooting “Senior Citizen Glamour Photography”. “The rewards are immense and well worth the time.