The coronavirus pandemic has affected all of us; not a single person on this planet has not felt its effects and had a rough transition or rude awakening as they tried to continue on with their life as normal. In my little corner of the world, the talk about the economy and the effect COVID-19 has on small businesses like mine can be crushing. Lots of small businesses have had to close up shop for good as they weren’t able to sustain
Read MoreI got to meet with Sophie Islip of Florette and I had a great time getting to know her and learn more about her business.
Originally from the UK, Sophie has lived all over the world but now resides in the beautiful mountains of Park City, Utah. Having had a creative streak her whole life, this led her to flower design school in London at the prestigious McQueens School of Floristry.
Read MoreWhat a journey these two have been on! I was thrilled to be the photographer for Alice and Ben as they finally tied the knot and became husband and wife. Learning about their story during their engagement session was a privilege. They are from two different countries and yet they never let that keep them apart. Their wedding was beautiful. The church where they were married had such vibrant colors on the walls and in the decorations throughout the church. Their ceremony was also vibrant and lively. The bride and
Read MoreOn your wedding day, when you’re gazing into the starry eyes of your fiance and repeating your vows, you have a picture of the life you will create together. Most people imagine there will be more of the “for better” than the “for worse”. It’s hard to imagine going through trials together when life seems so beautiful.
We all know that hard times come to everyone, there is a way to let your struggles bring you closer as a couple, rather than tearing you apart. During your relationship, you may experience job loss, financial
Read MoreThe question of what to wear for engagement pictures is one that plagues many brides and grooms-to-be. I get tons of questions about what outfits couples should bring for their engagement session. Instead of spending hours trying on every item in your closet, let’s take a look at what you really need.
How many outfits should I bring?
You should bring two outfits to your engagement photo session. Some couples make the mistake of
Read MoreErin and Bo had such a fun wedding day! After we took their formal wedding photos in early February, we were hoping for much warmer weather on their wedding day. While it was still a brisk spring day, it was at least a little warmer than their previous session. I loved being able to work with Erin and Bo. They are such a sweet couple and complement each other very well. All of their guests were so happy to celebrate the bride and groom and they had a blast outside the temple and at the reception center, The Woods. Erin and Bo
Read MoreHey there, photographer friends! This one’s for you. Today I wanted to talk a bit about how Instagram has been such a valuable tool for me as I grow my photography business. I can use it as a landing page, to showcase my work, and also as a funnel to channel prospective clients in to my website where they can learn more about me and hopefully book my services. Instagram is a powerful marketing tool, and as it’s free, it’s a
Read MoreIf your wedding was a sandwich, the venue would be the meat! You can’t have a wedding without a location for people to gather and celebrate with you. There are many things to consider when choosing a venue for your wedding. Let’s take a look at them so you can easily book the perfect place for you.
Plan your budget.
This should be the first thing you do after he pops the question. You need to know what your budget is
Read MoreI had a chance to do a winter family session for a fellow photographer! It’s been so fun getting to know Savannah and Devin over the years and shoot together. It’s a huge blessing to have a community of photography friends!
In college, Savannah studied German education and Devin majored in videography. They now have a daughter, cute little Izzy, and do photography/video weddings together on the weekends! You can check
Read MoreAll brides-to-be spend a good amount of time planning their perfect wedding ensemble. You try on dresses until you find THE dress. You find a hairstylist and makeup artist that can help you look your most gorgeous on the big day. And you invest in a florist who will make a perfect bouquet for you to hold as you walk down the aisle to say “I do” to your fiancé.
Read MoreWe did Abby and Braden’s engagements at Antelope Island state park. They are such a flexible couple as their plans have completely changed with the corona virus. They haven’t been bothered and have smooth sailing attitudes about the whole thing. They are the type of couple that focuses on the marriage more than the relationship, they’re glad they get to be together.
Abby and Braden met in a class in 7th grade and were almost immediately interested in each other. One
Read MoreI can't say enough about Elyssa Anderson! She is a hair health advocate and you will come out of your appointment much more educated than you went in. She is very personable and has the biggest heart! Elyssa specializes in hair but is excellent at bridal and simple makeup. I was so lucky to have the chance to interview Elyssa and she had the best answers to my questions as well as tips and tricks to pass along!
How to prep for getting your hair and makeup done? (the month of or day of) Should they send a mood
Read MoreI recommend practicing as much as you can to get comfortable with the contents in your bag and to ensure you don't need anything additional. Also, get to the venue early to assess and set up lights. Don't be afraid to move these lights during the night and as event changes. The bride and groom will understand. Adapting to different elements as needed is important. These include high winds, low ceilings and anything that makes that provides better photo opportunities!
Read MoreYou live with your spouse, you sleep next to them all night, but how much of the time spent together is actually meaningful? There’s a difference between being next to someone and spending quality time with someone. I’m sure you know exactly how it feels to be phone snubbed by your spouse while out to dinner. Chances are, you’ve done it to them too! Today let’s talk about 7 ways to spend more quality time with your spouse to keep your marriage happy and strong.
Read MoreGiving photography tips can be difficult. Not only is photography subjective but the style and personality behind the camera really does make a huge difference. Here are a couple of tips that I have found create light and airy photos. These are hopefully cut and dry so anyone can apply them to their photography ventures. Check them out! Natural light outdoor lighting scenario. The best way to make your photos light and airy is to have your clients in well-lit scenarios. I prefer back-lit or open shade! Direct sun if possible, but I don’t think it’s as flattering on your
Read MoreIt is an amazing feeling walking into a room and instantly being surrounded by pure talent. I am sure other industries experience this too but I get to work with some of the best people. They all come together with different backgrounds and specialties to create such a beautiful work of art!
This photo shoot was a blast. My amazing florist friend, Sophie of Florette Floral, was the mastermind behind this project! The creative team she worked with all brought their ideas together and produced
Read MoreFor all brides and grooms, the wedding day is a mix of excitement and anxiety. Your big day is finally here! You’re marrying the love of your life and everything you’ve planned for months or years is finally happening! But all that pent-up emotion can lead couples to forget some of the essentials along the way.
To help combat any unnecessary stress, we have come up with the ultimate LDS Wedding Day Timeline. This schedule will help you remember everything you need for the temple sealing, portraits, and reception. Be sure to keep this handy on your wedding day to make sure everything runs smoothly. This timeline is based off an 11 am sealing time, but can be adjusted to suit your individual needs.
Read MorePlanning a wedding requires a lot of decision making. Before the big day arrives you’ll need to take engagement photos, send out invitations, reserve a venue, and on, and on, and on. It can be overwhelming, but I’m here to take some of the guesswork out of the first to do—the engagement photos! Over my years of photographing engagement sessions, I have come up with a formula that works for nearly any session. I have laid out my process and timeline, season by season, below!
Read MoreI have a special connection to this couple. I knew Daniel when I was at BYU. We lived in the same apartment complex and he was a friend of Jacob and mine while we were dated and eventually got married. Daniel was still at that same complex when he met his future bride McKell. Another Monticello Apartment love story just south of the BYU campus! He was from Washington and studied civil engineering while she was from Minnesota and was going to school for Marriage and Family. They were from very
Read MoreChange is overwhelming, even if it is a good change like getting married! With all the hustle and bustle of wedding planning, it can be easy to put your relationship on the back burner. Wedding planning can be stressful, especially if there are disagreements about how things are to be done. Then, once the big day has come and gone, you may be feeling overwhelmed with the new responsibilities you have as a husband or wife. Isn’t it funny how planning to celebrate your love can actually be a burden to your
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