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I have been so lucky to work with the gorgeous Necaise family since almost the very beginning of my photography career! Melissa and Ricky have the sweetest family and are always so fun to work with! For this years session we decided to shoot at Lambert Park in Alpine. Its one of my favorite locations because its gorgeous year round and is super easy to get to. On this day we had tornado style winds and crazy storms all afternoon and we almost decided to postpone our shoot but decided to try and make it work, we were SO pleasantly surprised when we showed up to this spot and it was calm and overcast and perfect!



Check out these stunning family photos at the gorgeous Lambert Park in Alpine, Utah. These family photos are breathtaking.

Check out these stunning family photos at the gorgeous Lambert Park in Alpine, Utah. These family photos are breathtaking.
Check out these stunning family photos at the gorgeous Lambert Park in Alpine, Utah. These family photos are breathtaking.
Check out these stunning family photos at the gorgeous Lambert Park in Alpine, Utah. These family photos are breathtaking.
Check out these stunning family photos at the gorgeous Lambert Park in Alpine, Utah. These family photos are breathtaking.
Check out these stunning family photos at the gorgeous Lambert Park in Alpine, Utah. These family photos are breathtaking.

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XOXO

Kenz

July 19, 2023

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!

Look at this fall family photoshoot at Big Springs Park in Provo Canyon. I'm sharing a few tips for how to keep toddlers happy during photoshoots. Utah Family Photographer

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!

Look at this fall family photoshoot at Big Springs Park in Provo Canyon. I'm sharing a few tips for how to keep toddlers happy during photoshoots. Utah Family Photographer

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.
Look at this fall family photoshoot at Big Springs Park in Provo Canyon. I'm sharing a few tips for how to keep toddlers happy during photoshoots. Utah Family Photographer

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May 2, 2023

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!

This Fresh 48 session at Intermountain Medical Center is precious. Miracle Irish twins meeting for the first time and a story of successful IVF and surrogacy.
This Fresh 48 session at Intermountain Medical Center is precious. Miracle Irish twins meeting for the first time and a story of successful IVF and surrogacy.
This Fresh 48 session at Intermountain Medical Center is precious. Miracle Irish twins meeting for the first time and a story of successful IVF and surrogacy.
This Fresh 48 session at Intermountain Medical Center is precious. Miracle Irish twins meeting for the first time and a story of successful IVF and surrogacy.
This Fresh 48 session at Intermountain Medical Center is precious. Miracle Irish twins meeting for the first time and a story of successful IVF and surrogacy.
This Fresh 48 session at Intermountain Medical Center is precious. Miracle Irish twins meeting for the first time and a story of successful IVF and surrogacy.

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April 14, 2023

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.

Tips for bringing your dog to family pictures
  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.
5 tips for bringing your pup to your photo session! Check out these sunflower fields in Herriman, Utah and adorable puppy!
5 tips for bringing your pup to your photo session! Check out these sunflower fields in Herriman, Utah and adorable puppy!

Click HERE to book a session with me! To view more photos from Kenzie follow me on Instagram or check out my galleries here.

Tips for bringing your dog to family pictures

March 31, 2023

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!

Look at this photoshoot at this gorgeous Great Saltair if you're wondering what to wear for family photos.
Look at this photoshoot at this gorgeous photoshoot at the Great Saltair if your wondering 
what to wear for family photos.
Look at this photoshoot at this gorgeous photoshoot at the Great Saltair if your wondering 
what to wear for family photos.
Look at this photoshoot at this gorgeous photoshoot at the Great Saltair if your wondering 
what to wear for family photos.

Click HERE to book a session with me! To view more photos from Kenzie follow me on Instagram or check out my galleries here.

Gorgeous sunset at The Great Saltair

March 28, 2023

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