rachel was here - class of 2013. utah senior photographer.

Rachel is a 2013 High School Senior who aspires to share her personality with everyone she meets. If she could, she would be transported into a good book or movie. First choice would probably be Lord of the Rings. In case someone invents a machine or other method of making that happen and she happens to be there when they do, she keeps Arwen's jewel handy. In the real world, though, Rachel manages technical support for the yearbook staff and is an awesome mentor for her younger sisters. I theorize that if she keeps on being her beautiful self, and I think she will, everyone will know that Rachel was here.

ball gown in the woods :: Cate :: Salt Lake City Glamour Photographer

Halloween is done, it's true. But for my friend and artist Madison, the holiday just boosts her into another year of creating more beautiful things--like THIS:

Three years ago, model Cate looked in the mirror and decided that working 80 plus hours a week at her desk job wasn't going to take her where she wanted to go. So one day she quit her job, leaped into freelance contract work to pay the bills and now spends the rest of her time living her dream as a model and actress.

Model: Cate, Model Mayhem
Location: Farmington Creek Trail
Masquerade Mask: Madison, Madisigns


Another one of Madison's artistic masquerade masks will be featured in an upcoming shoot, so please check back again soon!

go tell it on the mountain :: Alyse | Salt Lake City Missionary Photographer

It's that time of year again! The autumnal equinox is upon us (also known as...Fall). Even though it comes every year I still get excited when the leaves on the trees start changing color, when the days start getting colder and the pumpkins start showing up in grocery stores. (Give a city girl a break! I can't just look outside my window and spot a pumpkin growing in the wild.)

It's also the best time of year to visit Big Cottonwood Canyon! Take a long look at this gorgeous friend of mine! Alyse is headed for a mission in San Bernardino, CA this October. I know she'll make a great missionary--why? How many people do you know would be willing to hike out into the woods by Silver Lake in high heels and a cute dress? Or who would laugh hysterically after sliding down a rock into the dirt?

Alyse, you're my hero. Go get 'em!

charmed :: Harmony | Salt Lake City Missionary Photographer

My sister-in-law leaves for a mission to Suva, Fiji this month to teach the gospel of Jesus Christ--in French!! Nothing like leaving for a foreign country and warm climate at the beginning of a Utah winter. Just in time, I say.

We stopped by Gardner Village for some pre-mission pics, and even though it was the season for the annual Witches' Night Out event, we still managed to get some charming photos! If this missionary were at my door with her cozy personality, I'd let her in for sure.

Here's a peek!