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March

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2024

Date Night Ideas On a Budget

As a Utah photographer, I understand the importance of capturing precious moments, especially during date nights. However, date nights don't have to break the bank to be memorable. Utah offers a variety of budget-friendly options for couples to ...

March

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2024

Winter Senior Portraits in the Snow

As the final year of high school unfolds, seniors in Salt Lake City, Utah, find themselves amidst a whirlwind of emotions, experiences, and memorable moments. From the picturesque landscapes of the Wasatch Front to the bustling urban scenes of ...

July

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2023

Summer Senior Photography {Ogden Kayak Park}

Graduating high school is an ah-mazing milestone in every student's life. It marks the end of an era and the beginning of exciting new opportunities. It's a time for celebration and reflection on the hard work and dedication put into achieving this ...

July

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2021

Gilbert Arizona Summer Wedding {J&M}

Every year I participate in a dream wedding giveaway. This year I was excited to team up with Sweetheart Bridal shop, DC Tuxedos and many more wedding vendors. I absolutely love being able to provide a service to a deserving couple. This couple ...

April

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2021

The Great Saltair Engagements at Sunset

Everything about this engagement session screams golden hour! The two love birds are practically glowing themselves. Brooke and Zach are both teachers. Brooke in elementary school and Zach in middle school. They were so incredibly fun to work with. ...

April

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2021

Utah Lake Beauty & Beast

Tale as old as time. A beauty finds herself in love with a beast.   There is nothing more majestic than a strong dark horse. Titan was such an amazing animal to work with. He was very well behaved and only made a few funny faces. I am ...

February

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2021

Affordable party favors for wedding guests

How do you demonstrate that you are grateful your guest attended your wedding? I would imagine that if I asked 100 brides to be I would get 100 different answers. Party favors were intended, you guessed it “ as a gesture of gratitude” ...

February

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2021

How to Stay Warm at Your Winter Wedding {Paul Reams Bride}

Winter weddings in Utah can be a wonderful relief from the harsh summer weather. Winter weddings mean a lot of wind, snow, and sub-zero temperatures. Many couples prefer winter weddings because the schedule is less busy and vendors tend to have more ...

February

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2021

Why Should You Choose a Professional Wedding Photographer?

A few years ago while starting my professional wedding photography career, I had a funny experience. I was called by a couple to help them take new wedding photographs three days after their wedding! Out of curiosity, I asked why they would want to ...

February

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2021

7 Reasons to Include Engagement Photography in Your Budget

Planning the wedding your dreams can be overwhelming. You will have to hire vendors, locate the ideal venue and buy the wedding suit and dress. I have observed that the hardest part of it all is getting it all done within budget. One aspect of your ...

February

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2021

How to Make My Wedding Memorable Without Breaking The Bank

Weddings can be expensive. In fact, they are costly. According to a detailed study by ‘The Knot’ in 2020, an average American wedding costs more than a whopping $40,000 (does not include the honeymoon expense). It bears all expenses, ...

February

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2021

Unplugged Wedding: Why Your Guests Should Put Phones Away

As a wedding photographer, I can weigh in on my personal opinion that you should enforce no cellphone usage at your wedding ceremony. You would not believe when I say this – hundreds of beautiful moments have been ruined just because someone ...

February

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2021

How to Have a Fun Wedding {Utah State Capitol Bridals}

Who does not want to have fun at their wedding? In my personal experience as a wedding photographer, I have seen guest count ranging from 50 to 250 at a regular wedding function. These are the people who spend more than four hours with you on your ...

January

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2021

How to Write Your Own Wedding Vows {Zion National Park Wedding Photography}

I understand that the writer’s block is real, and once you hit it, there’s a ton of confusion. Even more so when you are writing your wedding vows, well, I can relate to the daunting feeling and obnoxious pressure that builds on you.One ...

January

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2021

What Happens if it Rains on Your Wedding Day {Newport, Oregon Wedding Couple}

You’ve been thinking about this day for months, playing through each detail in your head. Hoping everything comes out perfect. As the guests start to filter in you see storm clouds gathering off on the horizon. Is there seriously going to rain ...

January

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2021

First Time Bride 101: Wedding Checklist {North Hampton House American Fork}

In the years I have covered weddings as a Utah photographer, I have observed that couples often leave the details till the last minute. Chances are that you could by a stroke of luck get everything in order within a week, but you do not want to ...

January

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2021

The 10 Best Bridesmaid Gift Ideas in 2021

Think about it for a second...Your bridesmaids have been there for you every step of your wedding journey. From the engagement party to organizing the best bachelorette party, you can’t have a better group than them to walk you down the ...

January

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2021

Top 3 Tips for Choosing A Wedding Photographer: How You Can Choose the Right Wedding Photographer

Choosing a wedding photographer can be one of the most important decisions you make about your wedding, so it’s really worth putting time and effort into it. As with many aspects of preparing your wedding, you can use your smartphone to help ...

January

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2021

The Azalea Event Venue {5 Covid Wedding Tips}

While for some it was the worst, 2020 was probably the best year for Jarred and Emmily. They are true examples that love conquers all. Even a pandemic couldn't stop these two from a beautiful courtship. They were separated by 300 miles + 6ft ...

January

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2021

Trolley Square Wedding Photography {Jarred+Emmily Bridals}

I've known Emmily for years and years. We briefly lived near each other in 2014. I photographed her youngest when she was born. This was when I was first starting my photography journey. I was NOT very good. I was awkward. My editing wasn't ...

December

31

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2020

5 Reasons Why You Should Have Christmas Cards {The Studio at Union Square}

Do you send out Christmas cards? Snail mail may be "out of style" but in my family, we love sending real deal mail to our grandparents every year. I know that my grandma and grandpa absolutely love receiving physical mail. That's one of the reasons ...

December

31

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2020

Mueller Park Canyon Family Winter Photography

Close your eyes and imagine the perfect Christmas card. Did you envision white sparkling snow? A beautiful family of redheads and their two snow husky pups? Ok, open your eyes. Ta-da! Here are those perfect Christmas card photos you ...

December

31

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2020

Best Time for Maternity Photography {Tunnel Springs}

So, you're pregnant? Congrats! What an exciting time for you and your growing family. Whether you like it or not, that cute bump must eventually come into the world as a beautiful baby. The best way to remember that adorable bump is through Meghan ...

December

31

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2020

Hospital Bag Checklist: What to pack {or not} for the hospital

{Please read this like it's a bad infomercial}Oh hey! I didn't see you there. So you're pregnant and wondering about what to bring to the hospital, right? Well, you've come to the right place.You might also be wondering what makes me such an expert. ...

December

31

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2020

Dusty Blue Wedding Inspiration {Wild Willow Studios}

When styling and designing this wedding inspiration shoot, I wanted to focus on the winter bride. I went with a romantic dusty blue and cranberry holiday theme. When it comes to weddings, I say there are no rules. Who said you have to wear an all ...

December

31

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2020

American Fork Canyon Engagment + Family Photography {Emmily & Jared}

Emmily & Jared are gettin' hitched!When scheduling their engagements, they wanted to make sure they included their kids. We split the time between a family session and an engagement session in the gorgeous American Fork Canyon.  About ...

December

31

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2020

Utah State Capitol Family Photography {Kleinman}

Taking family photos at the Utah State Capitol Building is such a great idea! It doesn't matter whether your outfits are dressy or casual, it all looks good here. Chelsea and her family wanted a nice neutral background but wanted to keep their ...

December

31

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2020

Wheeler Historic Farm Senior Photography {a boy & his car}

I love being a high school senior photographer. It helps me stay young, haha! Even when I was young, I don't think I was half as cool as this senior guy. From his Vans shoes to his Ray-ban sunglasses, he coolness was ...

December

31

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2020

Sunflower Field & Spring Maternity Session {Meghan}

First, I'm not a doctor. I'm a maternity photographer. You will not find any medical advice or do's and don'ts in this article.This post is merely to share the hilarious & strange cravings that have haunted pregnant women ...

December

30

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2020

Getting Kids to Cooperate for Family Photos {The Great Saltair}

Ah, the age ol' question: How do I get kids to do what I want them to do?When you find the answer, let me know! Until then, here are a few of my tricks that I use during a photo session to get the kids to cooperate.   Before your ...

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