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The Thomson family knows how to have fun. From their ability to laugh with one another, make silly faces, and play together, their joy is contagious. From movies to pinball games (they have even more than I do!) to joke telling, you can always tell they’re laughing and finding new ways to have fun. I […]

Before this family was a family of six, it started with just two people who chose each other. That is what stood out to me most during this session at Daybreak Lake. The way the Evans couple laughed and leaned into each other set the tone for the whole evening. Their playfulness overflowed into their […]

What started as dark rain clouds and rain quickly gave way to the most beautiful day for Melissa and James’ wedding at the Bountiful Temple. Everyone was beaming with excitement, from the couple themselves to the friends and family who came to celebrate. Family, Emotion, and a Whole Lot of Love Throughout the day, there […]

We had a beautiful spring evening at the Bountiful Temple for Melissa and James’s bridal session. The sunshine felt like such a gift after their engagement session, which had been cloudy and cold. Seeing the golden light glow behind the temple was the perfect setting for something truly special. Melissa and James chose to set […]

Spring is fully alive at the International Peace Gardens. Sunshine, soft breezes, birds singing, and squirrels darting between flower beds. During our session It felt like the whole park was celebrating something, and in a way, it was. Jaylee is finishing her senior year and headed to MIT in the fall. Her colorful garden senior […]

Spring is here and I am so excited! All these spring sessions are exactly what I needed after a long winter. If you’ve been around here for awhile you’ll remember Lauren’s high school senior session at Daybreak. I can’t believe it was four years ago and she’s getting ready to graduate college! When I received […]

If I had to sum up Melissa and James in one word it would be, ‘joy’. From our first video chat together through their engagement session, Melissa and James radiate joy and kindness. It only takes seconds of spending time with them to see how much they love each other and are truly best friends. […]

Whether you’re engaged, married, preparing for a baby, or looking for some new updated photos of yourself, choosing a photographer can be overwhelming. Does it really matter, or will anyone with a camera do? If you’ve ever asked yourself these questions, I want to break it down so you can know how to choose a […]

If you have been around here for very long, you’ll likely recognize a few smiles in this amazing family. I have had the pleasure to photograph Kristi and Tyson’s growing family multiple times since their oldest was born. Lauren and I explored Daybreak for her senior photos. And who can forget Rachel and Justin’s engagement […]

As we move into the colder months, indoor sessions can be a great option to stay warm and to have a session time that is earlier in the day. If you are thinking of doing an indoor session (either in your own home or a studio), there are a few things that can set you […]