THE JOURNAL

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 […]

Fall in Utah this year has been truly spectacular. The mild weather, brightly colored leaves, and all the traditional fall activities. Nearly every day has been perfect for spending time outside. After a couple of cold and stormy days I was thrilled to spend a beautiful evening photographing a vibrant fall family session. Kristi and […]

Mini sessions are popular this time of year – and for good reason! If you’re looking for just a few photos for the Christmas card, social media profile, headshot for work, or graduation/engagement/pregnancy announcement, it can be perfect. It is also a great way for photographers to be able to serve more than one client […]

If you have ever had individual portraits taken (headshots, or senior photos) you know how stressful it can be choosing what to wear. What is most flattering, what color looks best on camera, what makes you feel your best, prints or solids? After all that, you think through all the possibility of props. And it […]

Couples sessions are some of my favorites to photograph. People often wonder who these types of session are for, so today I’m sharing five reasons to schedule a couples session. 1. Your relationship should be celebrated, no matter what stage you’re in Most people generally think of engagement and wedding photos as the only time […]

I love it when I get to photograph people who love having a good time. The ones who no matter what is happening, you’re all bound to have a good time. This was exactly how I felt photographing this stunning spring family session. As we know, spring in Utah can be unpredictable and this year […]

There’s nothing quite like the winter chill letting up and the spring sun warming the earth. Spring has always been a favorite of mine. What looked dead and dreary is now popping with color and new life. Naturally, photoshoots during the spring are among some of my favorites! Spending time with Drew & McKenna during […]

If you’ve been around here for a few months you’ll remember the gorgeous maternity session with Ellen and Craig in Murray Park. Their darling baby girl came, arriving with plenty of fanfare and excitement. I am fortunate enough to have been invited into their home for their dreamy lifestyle newborn session. Their sweet dogs and […]

If you’ve been around here for a few years, you’ll remember when I photographed Rachel and Justin’s engagement session. They are such a fun couple and are some of my favorite images I’ve ever captured. I was thrilled when Rachel reached out to let me know that they were both graduating from BYU. We met […]