My Little Dude... Utah Children's Photographer

I don't normally post pics of my little guy on this site. But, I took this picture today and couldn't help but share....

All bias aside... I'm pretty sure he'd make the cut for GQ Toddlers. Just sayin'....

The L family... Salt Lake Family Photographer

Words will never begin to describe how much I love and adore this family:

Ryan and my husband have been the best of friends since the dawn of time.... they've been rocks of support for each other through the best and the worst. And you will never meet a more gracious, or compassionate, or genuine a person, as Nic.

They have three of the most adorable and fun loving children ...

Quite frankly, the L family is as much our family, as our own.

We love them dearly and are eternally thankful for their friendship!

The M Family... Davis County Family Photographer

One of the most rewarding aspects of my job as a photographer is getting to meet so many wonderful families... and the M family is no exception. This family was so easy going and genuinely friendly during our session.

And, seriously... the boys are incredibly handsome...

Which isn't shocking when you've got parents as good lookin' as these two:

Thanks so much to the M family. You were such a delight to work with and I’m very grateful for the opportunity to meet you.

The B Family... Ogden Family Portrait Photographer

The B family is one of the cutest and nicest families I know. I've known Stacey for about 5 years now and it's been fun seeing her kids grow. The older boys are so cute with their little sister... and she adores them just as much.


And don't ya think mom and dad make a HOT couple?!?!

Seriously... these siblings are so great to one another.

Thanks to this wonderful family for letting me take your pictures. Oh, and if anyone wants the number to THE BEST NAIL LADY in Utah... send me an email... I'll hook ya up with Stacey's info. :-)

The K Family... Utah Family Photographer

This post is kind of a continuation of little Miss G's birthday... Mom and dad wanted to get some family pics to celebrate the wonderful first year they've had with G.

Thanks Jana, for letting me take pics of your darling babe over the past year. It's been a blast!

Sweet Miss G... Utah Child Photographer

Sweet Miss G turned 1 last month... Her mommy bought the cutest cake to match her birthday outfit. G didn't hesitate when it was time to tear into her cake... She was so cute to watch.

Happy birthday Sweet Girl!

Beautiful Sisters... Utah Children's Photographer

M and R are my wonderful friend K's girls. They are absolutely beautiful . K asked me to photograph these two sisters for a surprise gift for their daddy's birthday....

... I'm pretty sure he'll like his gift. :-)

D and B TIE THE KNOT!... Utah Wedding Photographer

Wowzers, I'm really behind with blogging my sessions for the month of August. You remember D and B from their engagement session a few months back?? Well, this month they took the plunge! They are such a fabulous couple and their wedding was so fun! Here are a few shots from their day.


The bride and girls get ready...


while the boys wait...


The rings...

The kiss...

The newlyweds...

After the ceremony was finished, D and B walked down the isle together to some Metallica! So, we felt it was fitting to keep with the rock 'n roll theme and have them pose for this pic: :-)

Thanks to this wonderful couple for allowing me the opportunity to photograph their wedding. Best wishes to D and B.

B- I'll have your pics ready by Sunday at the latest. :-)

Baby J... Ogden Newborn Photographer

In the last post I introduced you to my new nephew, baby J, moments after his birth. Well, now it's time for his newborn photos. He's such an easy going baby and slept like a champ during our session (except for that one moment when he got hungry and turned into a fierce and ravenous little tiger :-)).

Baby J is super adorable and I really want to just kiss his cute, little cheeks all day long.

Baby J's mommy and daddy are 'Over the Moon in Love' with their little dude...

I asked my sister for permission to post this next shot. Not because it's 'revealing' in any way, but because of its intimate and emotional nature. I think it's beautiful and tasteful and it's one of my most favorite pictures to date... she agreed! :-)

"Welcome to our family baby J. We love you so very much and we're absolutely thrilled you're finally here!" Love, Aunt Lissy.

Miracle... Ogden Birth Photographer

Last week, my sister and brother-in-law were blessed with their first child... a BOY. :-)

I, was blessed not only with a beautiful, new nephew... but, blessed to be a witness to one of the most miraculous experiences this life has to offer ... the birth of a child.

Christie and Jeff asked me to photograph baby J's entrance into this world. I was moved and grateful to be a part of such an intimate opportunity. Below are some of the raw emotions and images from the day...

Meet Baby J... literally MOMENTS after his arrival...

I've gotta be honest... these images (and all the others from the day) bring me to tears every time I view them ...

The Beautiful Bride... Weber County Bridal Photographer

This beautiful bride was much fun to photograph. She's so naturally beautiful and easy going and she made my job an absolute breeze...

B is an absolute beauty... and I'm so grateful for the opportunity to meet and get to know her! Can't wait to post the pics from the wedding...

Sweet Baby M... Logan, UT Newborn Photographer

Little baby M came to see me when he was just 10 days old. And when he left I found myself wishing for two things:

#1. a new baby of my own AND
#2. the kind of peaceful slumber that only babies experience.


Seriously, little guy slept through the entire session, only waking briefly to inform us that he was hungry... then once his tummy was full, it was right back to sleep again.

It didn't bother him at all that I was shifting his position and/or changing his clothes every minute or two.

He made my job SOOOO EASY.

Isn't he just precious?!?!

Only 6 more weeks... Utah Maternity Photographer

Oh. My. Goodness. Only six more weeks until my nephew makes his debut! SOOOO EXCITED!!!

So, we figured it'd be a good time to take some maternity shots of his beautiful mama (my beautiful sissy).

Isn't she positively radiant?!?! She's gonna be the best mommy.

And then there's this guy...

He's gonna be great daddy.

I have to admit... Some of these pics really triggered my emotions... I had to get the Kleenex out while editing...

And last but not least... my favorite from the session. I can't tell you how much I love the candid moments like these:

Thanks to my sister and my BIL, not only for giving me the opportunity to take their maternity pics, but for everything they do for me and my little family. Don't know where I'd be with out them. Love you guys.

Baby C... Ogden, UT Newborn Photographer

Ok, I'll be honest... I was a soooooo nervous to photograph little Baby C.

I mean, I'd photographed newborns before... but they'd either been my own or somehow related to me... Baby C was my first unrelated newborn session...


Little guy was 11 days old and had a rough night before I arrive at his house that Wednesday morning. Mama, daddy and baby were all a little worn out. I felt for them. After all, I'd been there before... MANY times.

But, all in all ... even though Baby C was a little weary... he did well throughout our session.

He's also one of the most alert babies I've ever met.

And, did I mention he's adorably long and lean???

Towards the end of our session, Little C was obviously growing tired and little guy knew just how to soothe himself...

After a short wait... Baby C was catching up on those lost ZZZ's from the night before... sleeping soundly and comfortably.

Um... is it me? Or does that last pic make you baby hungry too?!?!

J's Maternity Shots - Ogden Maternity Photographer

Ok, how 'bout a riddle to start us off?

What do you get when an absolutely beautiful family crosses paths with an absolutely beautiful location?

Scroll down for the answer...


Answer: Wonderfully delicious pictures!!!!


I've got to admit, when J contacted me to do her maternity pictures, I was a little nervous... "Ok, but you'll be my first maternity session..." I explained to her in a 'no promises' sort of disclosure. But, J didn't flinch and we started scouting for a location.

We had a field envisioned for the location and about 2 weeks before the shoot I found the 'perfect' location. Just to be safe, I decided I should check the field a day or so before to make sure it was the location I really wanted. When I pulled up, I didn't find a field, I found a LAKE! My perfect location wasn't just a little soggy... it was drowning in about 4 feet of water! ARGH!

So the hunt was on... find the perfect field in one day. I drove around for a few hours scouting... and as the sun was setting I happened by a field just a few miles from my home. It was like an angel came down from the heavens and sang... PERFECTION!

The whole family came along for the photo session and little B had a blast running through and playing in the long grasses...



And J? Isn't she positively stunning?!?!

Daddy B and little B posing for a shot... so cute!

I had such a great time at this session. The weather was perfect, the location was perfect, the lighting was perfect, and the family... well, they were perfect too... :-)

Baby B - Davis County Newborn Photographer

About a week or so ago I teased you with a tiny glimpse of my new nephew, Baby B. Remember? I told you about how his two adorable sisters were absolutely thrilled about his arrival....

Well, here are a few more of baby B and his two proud sisters...

Doesn't he look so completely content?

... He must really know just how much he is loved...

A Beautiful Bride - Ogden Bridal Photographer

Ok, I've been DYING to post these photos for a few weeks now. My friend Alicia let me tag along again for A's bridals... we had such a great time at this photo session.

But, because we wanted to keep A's dress a secret from her future husband, we waited until after the wedding to post the pics... So, with out further delay...

Seriously, A is sooooo beautiful... and a natural in front of the camera.

Photos from A and L's wedding coming soon... to a theater near you... ;-)

A Bit of a Teaser - Weber County Family Photographer

Wow! Yesterday was a busy one for me. Two photo shoots with two different families all in one day = SO MUCH FUN!!!! Have I ever mentioned how much I love this job?!?!?!

So, because I have a little editing to do and some bridal pics from a few weeks ago that need to be posted.... I thought I'd just put up a little teaser from yesterday's sessions until I can get caught up.

I started the morning out with my new nephew. (What a great way to start the day, eh?) Little B's family is absolutely overjoyed about his arrival, especially his two older sisters. They're both so cute and motherly with him and just couldn't stop smiling when they talked about their new little brother.

So, without further introduction... Here's a little peek of Baby B...


After Baby B's session. I met up with The B Family (lots of B's in this post...try not to get confused... hehehe). J wanted some maternity pics done before their second bundle of joy arrived at the end of June. Daddy B and little B came with J for some family shots. All I need to say about these pics can be said in three simple words... OH-MY-GOODNESS!!!!!

Stay tuned... more baby and belly deliciousness to come. :-)

Sneek Peek For Cindy - Bountiful Family Photographer

Last Saturday I had the opportunity to take some group pics for this wonderful family. Cindy's kids all went in together and purchased a Silver Story gift certificate for her Mother's Day gift.

I hope she enjoys her gift....

After we'd finished with the group photos, I was able to snap a few pics of some of Cindy's ABSOLUTELY adorable grandchildren.

A big thanks to this entire family!

Just a few more - Ogden Family Photographer

I couldn't help but post a few more images from my session with the H family:

The H Family - Ogden Children's Photographer

Oh. My. Goodness... Talk about an absolutely beautiful family! I had so much fun photographing these kids. Here's a sneak peek for mom and dad.

D + B = LOVE - Ogden Engagement Photographer

I've known D since he was about 3 years old. He and my brother are very good friends, always have been. So, when D and his fiance B called me and asked if I would photograph their wedding in August, I was absolutely thrilled!

The other night we met for their engagement session and I've gotta say... they make such a cute couple and it's wonderful to see D all grown up.

And B? Well, she's absolutely beautiful!

D also plays the guitar... and according to my brother... he's REALLY good.

Congrats you guys. Can't wait for the wedding! WOOT!

18 months and growing fast - Ogden Child Photographer

A few months ago I purchased THE MOST ADORABLE Easter outfit for my son. An outfit that was purchased with the sole intent of taking his Easter/18 months photos in it. (Because let's face it... little boys and white linen shirts don't exactly 'play nicely together'.)

Well, I've been so busy lately and Mother Nature hasn't exactly been 'accommodating' the past few weeks, so I'm just now getting around to taking his pics... I'm only a month or so late. :-)

So, finally, here's my super studly little R... for his Easter/18 month pictures...

I love the picture below:

Especially because I know why he's so excitedly pointing:

(Mental note to self: In the future, do NOT expect your son, who LOVES big 'krucks' and all things that go 'broooom', to look at the camera when big 'krucks' are directly in front of your photo location. ) :-)

Man, I love that little guy.

SCORE! - Salt Lake County Children's Photographer

As promised in the previous post, here's Miss K in action on the field:

Thanks to K and her mom for traveling all the way to Ogden for this shoot. I had such a great time hanging out with you girls. :-)

Beautiful K - Salt Lake County Children's Photographer

Meet K.

K is my good friend's daughter. K is also a very beautiful and very intelligent young woman. She recently submitted a commercial to the Utah Anti-Tobacco Campaign, one of 7,000+ entries from youth across the state.

Guess who won? Yup... K's entry won first place!!!! Soon, you'll see her anti-tobacco commercial hit the air waves. WAY TO GO K!!!!!

Oh, one more thing... K is also an incredible athlete. Soccer is her game. Soccer pics up next... stay tuned.