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June 21, 2018

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From the moment I met Kristen, at a small little coffee shop for chai lattes, we bonded. She shared her beautiful love story of she and Wes. We started planning, and I knew their May wedding would be everything. A perfectly warm spring day in Temecula California hosted their celebration. Friends and family from all […]

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I received a film camera as a Christmas present this past year, it belonged to my wonderful grandma Doris. She was an artist, a photographer, and an absolute angel. It is so special to be shooting on something now that she used to hold in her own hands. I have been making an effort to […]

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I’m so excited to share this new and incredibly creative space with you all! We moved in April 1st and I’ve had such a fun time decorating, and making it feel like home while still being an inspiring place. (Which at the end of the day, is obviously a must) I hope you love the […]

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I find myself each year in the same situation. All these words and feelings caught up inside of me – not sure how to properly let them out. So, I will just say this: Thank you from the bottom of my heart, for showing me what true strength, perseverance, love, and family means. Thank you […]

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Two of my favorite friends and not to mention, gorgeous models and I got together last week while the blossoms were in full bloom at the Utah State Capitol. These are always so much fun to shoot at we had perfect weather. Sydney + Georgia, I love you two~ Contact me below to book a […]

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Approximately 1.5 years ago they met while camping. She fell head over heels, and he absolutely beams when looking at her. We spent the afternoon shooting at Cactus and Tropicals greenhouse in SLC followed by the lovely salt flats, and it couldn’t have been more fun getting to know these two and their love story. […]

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The months of planning, trying on, tasting, and booking are here.

Your wedding day. 

After shooting weddings for 4 years now, I have seen and worked with so many calm, collected and happy brides. (lucky me, right?) However, this doesn’t just happen. This is a result of preparation and preparedness to ensure a smooth flowing wedding and a very happy, relaxed couple. 

Below are my top five essential ways to make your special day that much more enjoyable and stress-free. (Happy planning!)

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The pair met while in school many years ago. They share a love for science, outdoors, and their adorable french bulldogs. We spent the afternoon shooting under incredible California sun, playing in the water, and chatting about life, love, and the future. I truly cannot wait for their Palm Springs wedding later this fall and […]

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Nick reached out to me a couple of weeks ago on Instagram with plans to propose to his girlfriend of (SIX!!) years while on a weekend trip to beautiful Park City. We exchanged many emails, photos, plans and ideas leading up to Sunday. Mother Nature had other plans, however. An absolute white out blizzard. When […]

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Months prior to this, Kristen and I sat in a coffee shop in Temecula chatting about all things love, weddings, and our very similar lives. Both of us being barrel racers. Coffee addicts, and hopeless romantics. She has absolutely found her perfect counterpart in life and after only knowing her for a few months I […]