Gabe + Bria

Imagine your dream photo location. Is it full of flowers? Does it have a lake or mountains in the distance? I absolutely love working with clients who have a vision for their sessions because it becomes a game for me to try and find them that ideal spot for their photos. Bria had dreams of a gorgeous meadow for her engagement session and I feel pretty confident that Big Springs Park delivered big time.

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Brock and Colton are buddies and graduating seniors who asked me to shoot their senior baseball session at Herriman High school and to include some photos of their on the field they love so much! As you can imagine I was overjoyed to be able to work with them!

Seniors are my favorite…

These boys have such a great energy about them, they were so fun and easy going to work with. I love getting to celebrate seniors and hear about future hopes they have and when you combine that with getting to get creative with fun posing and sports I’m in heaven. Senior baseball sessions are my JAM! You can check out another session I did a few years ago for Payson, Here!

Before we jumped into these fun baseball photos though we headed to the front of the school and got some gorgeous lighting and backdrops for some regular senior photos!

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I have been wanting to photograph bridals at Little Sahara Sand Dunes for a long time now. Naturally, I was so very excited when Ciara asked me to capture her bridals there this spring. Ciara has babysat for me for a number of years so I have had the pleasure of getting to know her, to know her is to love her.

Ciara and Cruz met and fall hard and fast for each other. They have enjoyed getting to know each other and traveling together, even getting engaged on the North Shore in Hawaii last may! They are so clearly in love and it was such a pleasure working with them! Please enjoy this lovey, sandy session

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Its been on my list to shoot at Big Springs Park in Provo Canyon for a long while now and I’m not sure why I waited so long to shoot there! My husband grew up with Emilee and her cute family. Their families spent a lot of time together over the years and so it was only natural as I met and married my husband I got to know their family as well. To know Emilee is to love her! She is full of light and love and her little family is just the cutest. I was ecstatic when she asked me to take their family pictures last fall and even more excited to get to meet their cute daughter!

Drew is the sweetest little toddler on the block but I made her just a little nervous. This is totally normal for that age range and I thought I would share some tips on how I handle situations with nervous little ones!

TIPS FOR SHOOTING WITH TODDLERS

1. Bring bribes. I encourage all parents to bring small clean candies, like smarties, to encourage best smiles, keep kids interested and bring a game component into the session.
2. Be patient. I promise I will make sure I have incredible photos for you before I am done. It helps so much when parents are able to shrug it off when things aren’t going how they imagine they should.
3. Plan your session around naps and try to make sure they have eaten and gotten good sleep before our session.
4. When kiddos are really not having it, I try to really focus on candids. I will play games with them and capture them as they are. Sometimes these photos are the most loved and precious over the years.

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I think I found my newest obsession!! I had this fresh 48 session at IMC and just fell in love with these types of shoots. There is something so special about getting to be there for some first moments in a brand new life. Stephanie reached out to me to come photograph this fresh 48 session at Intermoutain Medical Center to capture their newest bundle! I got to capture some of the first tiny yawns, baby toes, stretches and snuggles that Kruz had here on this earth. I am so honored they picked me to capture these special moments for them. Baby Kruz is so gorgeous and I had the best time capturing some memories for the Pattersons.

I asked Stephanie to share a little more of her story since her babies are absolute miracles and here is what she said: “Kruz is our second absolute miracle baby, after we already got a first miracle. Knox was our first born who came to us via surrogacy. After 5 years of fertility treatment fails our cousin offered to carry an embryo for us and it worked. 2 short months after he was born, my IVF doctor suggested we try one last time on myself before searching for another surrogate to expand our family. We were SHOCKED and THRILLED when it worked. But we didn’t know quite how to process that in just a few short months we would have TWO babies under ONE year old. We waited until birth to find our the gender of little Kruzy and were thrilled to find out he was a boy! If you have told me 2 years ago I’d have Irish twin boys, I would have never believed you!

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Including your furry best friend in family photos is a great way to capture their place in your family. However, bringing a dog to a photo shoot can also be a bit of a challenge. Below I will share 5 tips for bringing your dog to your family pictures that will make the process as smooth and stress-free as possible for both you and your furry friend.

1. Preparation: Before the photo shoot, make sure your dog is well-groomed and has plenty of exercise. This will help keep them calm and relaxed during the shoot. Also, bring plenty of treats, water, and a familiar blanket or toy to make them feel comfortable in the unfamiliar setting.
2. Choose the Right Location: Consider the location carefully. A location that is dog-friendly and provides plenty of space for your furry friend to roam around is ideal. Avoid busy, crowded areas that might make your dog nervous.
3. Train Your Dog: If you want your dog to sit still for the photos, it’s important to train them beforehand. Start by teaching them basic commands, such as “stay” and “come.” With time and patience, you can help your dog become more comfortable in front of the camera.
4. Bring a Helper: Consider bringing a friend or family member to help with the dog during the photo shoot. This person can keep your dog occupied and calm while the photographer captures the family photos. Keep in mind if you don’t want your dog in all of the photos that I wont be able to hold their leash.
5. Have Fun: Finally, remember to have fun! Your dog is a part of your family, and including them in your photos is a great way to capture the love and joy they bring to your life. So, relax and enjoy the process, and let your photographer do the rest.

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It was a GORGEOUS sunset at The Great Saltair when I went out to shoot with The Whitakers! I love this location for a completely different look from typical Utah vibe, you can get a sort of a beachy beackdrop that is oh so beautiful. My friend Michelle chose this location for her yearly family photos, and boy oh boy it not disappoint! The water was so low from Utahs drought so we had to walk a good 20 minutes to get out to where the water line was, but not one person complained, even the ladies wearing heels! I was so impressed with their attitudes and willingness to get their momma the photos she had been dreaming of. I love this location because it looks like this all year round and is a great option during the colder months. If your looking for a beach vibe for your family photos this year, this is your spot!

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