THE BLOG

I grew up spending weekends and summers in gorgeous Hobble Creek Canyon. Camping at Jolley’s Ranch and playing in the river. Setting up tents, exploring in the woods, and cooking over the fire. It was so fun getting to meet there with Kristi and Tyson for their canyon fall family session. To be able to […]

What an AMAZING way to spend the last really warm day and prepare to really embrace the cooler weather!! I had the chance to photograph Jacob’s fall senior portraits last week at the beautiful Highland Glen park. I’ve known Jacob and his family for a few years and so it was an absolute joy and […]

I cannot believe it is already the middle of October. This year has flown by. After this week’s storm, the mountains outside my window are dotted with bright red and yellow trees. Whether I am ready for it or not, the seasons are changing. When I was chatting with Alexis about what she envisioned for […]

This summer has been unusually hot with countless days with excessive heat warnings. Not being a fan of excessive heat I was more than thrilled with the recent development of monsoon storms. (Though, admittedly, it gave me a bit of stress watching it pour one afternoon knowing I had a session that evening. Thankfully, it […]

They were from different hometowns. Working in the same area while on service missions for their church. Later attending the same university upon their return. Seemingly unrelated decisions that gave them the opportunity to meet, get to know one another, and then later reconnect. How often do our choices (either big or small) stack on […]

His little legs were tired of holding still. He was in a new environment and just wanted to explore. Why would he want to walk with his family when he could run? His dad asks him to come back. Try it a little slower this time. Then it happens. Dad crouches down to get on […]

I was so excited when Devery wanted to go to Saltair for her portrait session! At an hour’s drive each way I knew it wasn’t going to be exactly convenient for her, but I did know that it would be magical. And let me tell you, it did not disappoint! As soon as I got […]

Today is the day I’ve been waiting for! I can finally let you in on one of the biggest secrets I’ve had to keep; a surprise proposal in the park! It all started back years ago when we first met (almost 12 years ago?!) I was dating his brother and would always tell him that […]