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Latest Photo Shoot

2011-08-14T11:53:00.001-06:00

What adorable kids!!! It's a slideshow so slide your mouse over the picture until a play button appears in the bottom left. Click and enjoy!

Heber City Rodeo

2011-08-07T23:52:00.005-06:00

Had a great time shooting the cowboys and cowgirls out in Heber this weekend!!

From August 7, 2011

Sierra's Bridal Shots

2011-07-10T17:10:00.006-06:00

From Jul 10, 2011

Vancouver Island

2011-05-08T21:40:00.002-06:00

From May 8, 2011

Good News

2011-05-05T20:21:00.003-06:00

I love photography as you can see by this blog but it's really encouraging when I receive outside reinforcement regarding my work. I recently was published in "American Cowboy" magazine with a half page spread. Check it out on pg. 36. Also I was informed that one of my pictures was chosen as one of National Geographic's Daily Dozen!! I felt truly honoured.

Sierra and Peter

2011-04-15T00:16:00.003-06:00

From Apr 14, 2011

Latest Work

2011-04-03T16:11:00.001-06:00

From Apr 3, 2011

More of India

2011-04-02T12:21:00.002-06:00

From Apr 2, 2011

India

2010-12-12T13:50:00.004-07:00

India

2010-12-12T13:35:00.003-07:00

Jasper

2010-10-10T20:48:00.002-06:00

Kari and Corey

2010-07-08T01:15:00.003-06:00

2010-07-08T00:11:00.001-06:00

A Beauty!!

2010-07-08T00:01:00.001-06:00

My new nephew

2010-06-04T23:28:00.004-06:00

The most wonderful family

2010-05-16T21:08:00.010-06:00

Just a quick preview of a beautiful family I did a session with yesterday. Just for you Rita!!

2010-05-16T20:07:00.005-06:00

Randoms

2010-01-10T10:46:00.003-07:00

2009-11-10T12:14:00.003-07:00

Recent photo session with great local musician.

Brooklyn and Carson

2009-11-07T22:00:00.001-07:00

Carson and Brooklyn

2009-11-01T20:47:00.002-07:00

We all prayed it wouldn't rain. Too bad we forgot to pray for no blizzards!!! It was only Oct 24th! What a cute couple though, eh? Since we couldn't get the fun pics we wanted outside we headed in and did our best with traditional studio format. Hope you enjoy!!

Lindsay and Brad Slideshow

2009-09-27T11:01:00.000-06:00

Lindsay and Brad

2009-09-26T12:05:00.002-06:00

Fun Family Photos!!!

2009-09-18T21:29:00.008-06:00

Great session with an awesome family!

Update in Progress

2009-09-18T21:11:00.002-06:00

I'm in the midst of overhauling my blog. If you see some weirdness know it will be gone soon and the regular posts back soon. Thanks for stopping by.

Choosing the Invitation

2009-09-13T13:03:00.004-06:00

I've presented my clients with 3 options for their invitation design. Which one would you choose and why? Suggestions?

Recent Engagement Session

2009-09-10T19:47:00.000-06:00

My Camera's Experience at the Calgary Stampede

2009-07-07T17:48:00.004-06:00

My second book cover!!!

2009-07-03T23:24:00.001-06:00

I was so suprised this afternoon to find out that I have another book cover!
The picture below the banner is mine. I am thrilled to death!!! I love being published and I love seeing the final result. The title is "Leaning on the Wind: Under the Spell of the Great Chinook" by Sid Marty. It's available on borders.com if you're interested. I also wanted to say to all of you, thank you! You've been so supportive of my photographic efforts. When I get discouraged and want to throw in the towel I get some wonderful comment from a kind friend with just enough oomph to move me on to the next project. I love you for it!!!!

A playful family!

2009-06-21T21:04:00.005-06:00

Ashley and Thad!

2009-06-14T21:43:00.008-06:00

The sweetest and most genuine couple I have ever worked with.

I wouldn't normally do this but it's so vitally important to me.

2009-05-23T17:50:00.003-06:00

I am a cancer survivor. I have had Endometrial (Uterine) Cancer. I have never been able to find a way to support my cancer. Most races or fundraisers are for breast cancer or leukemia or anything but mine. Thankfully I have found something for me. The Underwear Affair!!!! I am going to be running in two weeks. Ya that's right, the girl who doesn't run is going to be jogging through the streets of Calgary in my underwear. Should be quite the sight. Anyway, the reason I am posting this on my photo blog is that I am desperate for donations. So I am begging and pleading and being one of those people I don't like to be and am asking you to please, please DONATE!! I'll love you forever. Well, I'll at least be extremely greatful! And Thank You!!

Kayleigh and Joel

2009-05-03T21:30:00.007-06:00

Hannah and Josh

2009-05-03T21:22:00.002-06:00

Aren't they cute? Such a sweet couple!

Kenzie's Portraits

2009-02-09T19:08:00.002-07:00

Don't you just love her eyes?

Home on the Range

2009-01-22T20:34:00.004-07:00

We've had some really crappy weather and I haven't been able to get out much. My camera finger gets itchy though so I took advantage of my surroundings. Hope you enjoy.

Wedding Photography Tips for Clients

2009-01-09T11:09:00.005-07:00

Every couple wants to capture those special moments that happen only once but there are a few secrets that will make your day run smoother and those pictures easier to get.

1. Have a pre-wedding photoshoot. Schedule your engagement photos or a bridal session before your wedding day. This will allow you and your photographer to get to know each other and become more comfortable and relaxed. Your photographer knows how to use the camera and you need to become comfortable as the camera's subject. Relax, take a deep breath and let your photographer translate your relationship into exceptional photos.

2. Practice your make-up and hairstyle for the wedding day beforehand. If possible have a make-up artist teach you the proper techniques you'll need on your special day. Make sure your foundation is the proper color. Match it to your jawline and not the inside of your wrist.

3. Always schedule extra time between your wedding ceremony and reception for the photos. Talk to your photographer about how much time is needed before finalizing arrangements with locations. Make sure to share your itinerary for photography with the entire wedding party and family members. And be on time! If you are late it gives less time for great pictures and puts you under unneeded stress.

4.Lighting is essential is getting a good photograph. A couple of hours before sundown for outdoor weddings or photos is optimal. Large buildings with high dark ceilings or little window light will make things much more difficult for your photographer so if possible avoid them.

5. Avoid wearing reflective jewelry, make-up with sparkles, and body glitter. These can cause color distortions and flares in the photos.

6. Bring an emergency kit for those senarios we all hope won't happen. It's not unheard of for a zipper to fail or a tear to accidentally appear. Include a sewing kit, some extra hair pins and safety pins.

7. Make sure your photographer understands your family relationships and dynamics. If you're parents are divorced or some aunts haven't spoken in years the last thing you want is for your photographer to ask them to pose together for a photo.

8. Have someone you trust pick up your flowers ahead of time and double check with them the day before. If possible pre-arrange with the florist for delivery.

9. Your wedding photographer will pose you and give lots of direction. Take it to heart. They have probably done many shoots and have lots of ideas about what works and what doesn't. If you really want a pic that the photog isn't sure will work ask to do it anyway. You never know!

10. Look through magazines and friends albums to get an idea of what you want that will meld with your photographers style. Give your photographer a list of must have photos so hopefully nothing is missed. Remember, though, those pics you see in a magazine are set up with stylists, models, art directors and have been chosen from hundreds of shots. Not every photo taken by your photographer will be perfect. People blink or sneeze. The wind blows. Just relax and let the photographer do her thing. In the end you will have a beautiful album to keep for a lifetime.

Leavitt Ward Old Fashioned Christmas

2008-12-08T07:55:00.005-07:00

These are part of the quick fire, rapid change night that happened last Tuesday. Lots of fun. Lots of work, but I like 'em.

Jamie and Connie's Family Pics

2008-11-12T17:41:00.007-07:00

More RR3

2008-10-19T10:38:00.000-06:00

Red Rock 3 Minilypse. Amazing!!!

2008-10-17T21:41:00.000-06:00

Sarah and Daniel

2008-09-28T22:38:00.001-06:00

What a beautiful couple! The only thing as lovely as the bride and groom were the fabulous decorations by Carles-Witt Events.

Wild Adventures

2008-09-25T23:46:00.000-06:00

Just driving down the road and this bad boy was standing there waiting for my camera!

Cuties Doubled

2008-09-18T18:50:00.000-06:00

My cousins twin son's are so cute! I couldn't resist capturing a few shots of them as they played in a puddle the other day.

My first book cover

2008-09-12T17:10:00.000-06:00

Check it out people! I am so excited. I got my first book cover shot!

Kip and Caitlin

2008-08-18T20:39:00.000-06:00

Kip and Caitlin, what a cute couple! These two were so fun to work with. I loved how they looked at each other! They were always sneaking smooches at every opportunity. Talk about in love! I wish you both the very best from now til forever.

Meet Briggs!

2008-08-05T10:50:00.000-06:00

This handsome little boy is just barely 3 years old and already to set out on the roping circuit. I was amazed that he could actually rope his dummy calf. What cutie!

Diondra and Brad got married

2008-08-01T14:08:00.000-06:00

Photoshop Skills

2008-07-29T21:38:00.000-06:00

So, I've been trying to learn some layering and actions to make my pictures really stand out. I'm not sure I'm on the right track but thought I would post here and hope for some insightful comments. Let 'er rip!!!

Dave and Diane

2008-07-24T15:37:00.000-06:00

Aren't they a cute couple? This was such a beautiful wedding! Carles-Witt Events did a fabulous job. The night was a smash hit! Boy could Dave and Diane cut a rug. I think I'll call them the dancing duo from now on.

More of Brandon and Michelle

2008-07-20T11:22:00.000-06:00

Brandon and Michele Preview

2008-07-20T00:42:00.000-06:00

What a cutie!

2008-07-17T14:02:00.000-06:00

Here's your debut, Sam.

Mark, Desi and baby Elliot sneak peak

2008-07-15T20:22:00.000-06:00

July 5th's Celebration

2008-07-07T20:04:00.000-06:00

Susan and Scott Stacy. They had come from Ohio to have the wedding of their dreams in the Smoky Mountains. Luckily they chose my favorite wedding planners, Carles-Witt Events, to make their wedding day perfect. I hadn't had a bride who had chosen this lilac color before. I really liked it. The fresh flowers in the center pieces smelled so good. It was like a garden in the reception center. The bride and groom chose to be married in the wedding chapel at The Preserve Resort in Tennessee. So nice to be married at the top of the mountains.

Susan and Scott Sneak Peak

2008-07-05T22:18:00.000-06:00

Today's wedding. More to come in few days!!

Martin and Carrie

2008-07-01T19:34:00.000-06:00

I had a nice surprise this weekend. The grooms family was from Canada. They had driven all the way down from Timmins, Ontario. In case you're curious, that is the home town of Shania Twain as well. It was so nice to hear the Canadian accents around me and they were drinking Molson. LOL Not that I've ever had it but the maple leaf was a treat. The night ended with an impromptue clog by a couple of friends of the bride. It was great!!! The bride was from Georgia. How they met I'll never guess but boy were they in love. There was nasty thunderstorm during the reception but it resulted in a beautiful double rainbow. The wedding party believed this to be good luck and had to have the bride and groom in a photo with the rainbow. Difficult to do when they don't want to get wet!!

random shots over the last year

2008-06-24T08:43:00.001-06:00

The Witts

2008-06-21T09:54:00.000-06:00

So, what do you think? This is my very first maternity session. I had a blast doing it. Isn't the setting fabulous? Such a great family! Hope you like them, Witts!

Katy and Jason

2008-06-20T21:34:00.000-06:00

Could this couple be anymore in love? I don't think so. They were so sweet and tender with each other. I hope they stay that way always. Congratulations you two. May love and happiness be your constant companions!

My favorites lately

2008-06-18T20:19:00.000-06:00

More of our family vacation

2008-06-17T20:55:00.000-06:00

One of the most special places we stopped was Carthage. We went to see the jail where Joseph and Hyrum were martyred. The bullet holes are still in the door of the room where they were ambushed by the mob. In the picture below, Asher is sitting under the window through which Joseph fell to his death.

The mighty Mississippi was in full force. Storms kept rolling in and the river kept rising. Thunder rolled, lightning flashed and hail fell (though not on us). The end of Parley street was under a lot of water as you can see in the next picture.

The temple was so beautiful!! We felt very lucky to get a session in while there. Hunter loved being there. He says he wants to move to a place where there are more mem bers of the church. It is such a small town but with such big spirit. It almost feels like going home.

Busy, busy, busy and glad of it.

2008-06-14T10:15:00.000-06:00

So here we are in Nauvoo. It's great! We're having a lot of fun. Early this morning Doug, Hunter and I pulled a handcart a mile through the fields, hills and creeks. ICK! Am I ever glad I wasn't a pioneer. The mud was like walking on ice. We slipped and slid and ended up covered in mud. We fell more than once but laughed the entire time.

This weeks work

2008-06-13T10:25:00.000-06:00

What a busy week. I did a wedding on Monday and a maternity shoot on Tuesday. Julies maternity shoot was in such a beautiful setting and luckily it was on their own property. It's almost like a Kincade painting. She looks beautiful and its a good thing we did it when we did 'cause that baby is coming out next Tuesday no matter what! Katy and Jason are such an adorable couple. Isn't this kiss romantic? Such sweethearts.

A Cades Cove Morning

2008-06-07T12:33:00.000-06:00

Doug and I joined the Young Women of our church for a camping trip in Cades Cove last night. Early this morning I was up and hiking on the loop. The Cove road had been closed to vehicle traffic so it was very quiet and serene. Except for the chirping of the cicadas, which I had never heard before. The first thing I saw as I entered the loop road was a pasture full of horses. I decided that since this is a National Park and public property it would be ok to walk through the field and photograph the horses. I love the results and hope you do too.

A few more!

2008-06-03T20:19:00.000-06:00

Just a few more of my favorites.

Sorry for the delay!

2008-05-30T17:35:00.000-06:00

This couple I shot at a new venue I had never been to before. It was breathtakingly beautiful! I hope to shoot there again soon!!! Amy and Wes were a fun loving couple and cute as can be. They had a lovely gazebo wedding near the top of the mountain. I especially loved her NASCAR themed shoes and garter. Her husband's face when he saw she was supporting a different driver than him was priceless. This couple was so willing to do whatever I needed to get the shot. Thanks guys! I hope you love them as much as I do!

Hey everyone! Sorry it has taken me so long to get up the last couple of events. I have been quite busy with editing and shooting a couple of weddings. However, the last thing I want to do is hide my light under a bushel and not share with you my best shots. In this first wedding the couple was an absolute treasure. I enjoyed just being with them. I think we have formed a terrific frienship. I have never been so lucky as I was with this bride and her father. They had the most beautiful father daughter dance I have ever seen. By the end I had tears in my eyes too. It was just one of those weddings were everyone there was truly full of joy about the blessed event. It excuded into the atmosphere around them and made the night a complete success. ENJOY!!

Family First

2008-05-05T10:33:00.000-06:00

This weekend I was able to spend a lot of time with the family. I had no events scheduled but that doesn't mean the camera was shut up in a bag. Of course it came with me. We went up to Cumberland Gap National Park on Friday and had a picnic. On Saturday, I took Sierra to receive her award for 3rd place in the Tennessee Department of Transportation Aviation Division Art Contest. Lucky girl got to go flying as part of her prize.

A Busy Yet Fun Weekend of Events

2008-04-28T06:45:00.000-06:00

Prom weekend has arrived and I got the chance to photograph a such a cute group of kids. They were fun loving and adorable. OH to be a kid again with that much energy and enthusiasm for life. They were great!

And then I was off and running to my next event.......

A wedding in up in the mountains. This couple had soooooo much personality!

It was a small reception in a cabin at The Preserve Resort in Pigeon Forge, TN. The event planner did a fabulous job making this cabin into a perfect setting. It was a lovely event.

Last Weekends Event

2008-04-25T09:46:00.000-06:00

I was the photographer for a wedding at The Preserve Resort in Pigeon Forge last weekend. It was a very cute little wedding. The bride and groom were a blast to work with. My favorite quote from the bride at the end of shooting was, "I feel like a celebrity"! That's how every woman should feel on her wedding day. I'm thrilled that I could help make this day so special. Here are a few shots.

Senior Portraits

2008-04-17T08:58:00.000-06:00

I love photography! Doing portraits for seniors graduating from high school is one of the best parts of being a photographer. They are so eager to begin their new lives and so proud of achieving their goals. It's great fun to capture their enthusiasm. I especially enjoyed this session with Sierra. She is easy to work with and willing to be creative in her shoots. Her photos that were taken with the school chosen photographer didn't turn out well and her parents weren't happy with them. Instead they chose to go with me. What a privilege! Take a look at a few shots here.