Whitefish, Montana Wedding
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Whitefish, Montana Wedding

I met Brittney & Travis in winter of 2022 when they came out to Park City, Utah for a ski trip. They came out from Texas and wanted to do their engagement sessions in the beautiful Utah mountains while they were here.

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Park City Surprise Proposal
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Park City Surprise Proposal

R contacted me a few month ago wanting to propose to his girlfriend while they were visiting Park City on a ski trip. They’re from North Carolina and they were so excited for a fun trip to Utah. He told M that they were visiting a friend before going out to a fancy dinner, so she would be all dressed up.

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Provo, Utah Sundance Wedding - Sundance Wedding Photos
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Provo, Utah Sundance Wedding - Sundance Wedding Photos

J & S had the most beautiful wedding at a cabin in Sundance in Provo Canyon, Utah. They flew out from Texas for a small wedding with their close family members only and had a beautiful ceremony with an amazing view of the sun setting behind Mount Timpanogos and a view of Stewart Falls.

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Brookings, Oregon Engagement Session
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Brookings, Oregon Engagement Session

Last month I took a trip to Brookings, Oregon where I got to take photos for this cute local couple! Brookings is a small town on the southern Oregon coast and it is absolutely BEAUTIFUL. The whole coastline is just stunning and so fun to explore. This beach was one of my favorites - I mean look at all those huge rocks on the beach!

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What to Wear for Your Winter Photoshoot
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What to Wear for Your Winter Photoshoot

Winter is such a beautiful time to take photos and often underrated. Maybe because it’s so cold and dark, but I think the snow adds such a fun element to photos. I love how it covers the trees and the look of the snowflakes falling from the sky. A lot of people have a hard time figuring out what to wear for their winter photoshoot, so I’m here to help!

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Vendor Spotlight: Sleepy Ridge Weddings in Orem, Utah
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Vendor Spotlight: Sleepy Ridge Weddings in Orem, Utah

Today I’m shining a spotlight on an incredible wedding venue in northern Utah: Sleepy Ridge Weddings. This stunning venue is located in Orem, Utah and is well worth the drive. From timeless architectural design to fabulous seasonal views, this location is versatile for any wedding style!

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Vendor Spotlight: Quiet Meadow Farms in Mapleton, Utah
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Vendor Spotlight: Quiet Meadow Farms in Mapleton, Utah

I recently shot a wedding at a gorgeous venue near me called Quiet Meadow Farms. The venue is located in Mapleton, Utah. As much as I love traveling, especially to my beloved Pacific Northwest for elopements, I loved getting to shoot this lovely couple’s big day so close to home!

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Tips for Your Couples Session
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Tips for Your Couples Session

Engagement sessions are some of my favorite sessions! It’s so fun getting to know new couples and seeing how they interact together. I love seeing their outfit choices and seeing their styles.

I’ve got a few tips to help you prepare for your engagement shoot!

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7 Reasons to Elope in Brookings, Oregon
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7 Reasons to Elope in Brookings, Oregon

Choosing an elopement location can get a little overwhelming. The good news is that talking with an elopement photographer can give you a lot of insight as far as what to plan for and where you should go. One of my favorite areas of the country is the Pacific Northwest, specifically the Oregon Coast. I just feel so at home and have loved exploring the area every time I shoot.

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Samuel H. Boardman State Scenic Corridor Elopement
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Samuel H. Boardman State Scenic Corridor Elopement

Samuel H. Boardman Scenic Corridor is one the most beautiful places along the Oregon coast if you ask me! The northern Oregon coast is one of my favorite places, don’t get me wrong. But the great thing about Samuel H. Boardman is that it’s farther away from any big cities and so it’s less well known. And MAN is it stunning. There are so many hidden gems on the beach along the corridor that you can hike down to.

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Park City Engagement Session [Utah Engagement Photographer]
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Park City Engagement Session [Utah Engagement Photographer]

Sydney and Erik got engaged this spring after dating for about a year! They met on a dating app and are such a fun couple! Sydney is also a videographer (you can check out her work HERE) and we met while shooting a wedding together! Erik and I went to high school together but were a year apart and didn’t know each other. So it is SO fun seeing them together! Sydney has been teaching Erik how to do videography so he can be her wingman and they’re both so talented.

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How to Elope in the Redwoods
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How to Elope in the Redwoods

The Redwoods are a perfect place to elope or have a small, intimate wedding with your closest friends and family! The trees are just insanely tall and wide and it’s pretty amazing. The other great thing about the Redwoods (in the summer) is that the tall trees cover some of the sun keeping it a bit cooler and you’ll be less sweaty. If you’re looking at eloping in the Redwoods, here are some tips!

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Cape Kiwanda, Oregon Coast Engagements [Oregon Elopement Photographer]
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Cape Kiwanda, Oregon Coast Engagements [Oregon Elopement Photographer]

Madison & Jake recently moved to Portland, Oregon from Texas. They have been trying to get to know their new state and so we did a couples shoot at Cape Kiwanda in Pacific City, Oregon. It’s one of my favorite places on the Oregon coast. There’s a ton of stuff do just on the beach. Lots of people will do fires with hot dogs and s’mores on the beach while watching surfers in the water.

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