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Hi. I’m Sara. I’m a mother of four children and wife to fix-it-Felix (yes, his name is Felix and he’s super handy). I grew up with a dad who was the king of dad jokes, so forgive me if I tell a few during our session together.

Here’s a few random things about me:

My favorite TV show is Arrested Development (I love smart comedies)
I’m easily distracted
Coke (the cola, not the drug) is my lovey
I’ve never been stung by a bee
I would love to travel to Iceland, New Zealand, Italy, France, Greece, …ok, I want to go everywhere.
I love clean comedy
I love to dance

…read more about me

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Fall is winding down around here. I love fall. It's a gorgeous season, but sometimes you can have too much of a good thing. I've been doing so many family sessions lately because everyone wants fall colors. I mean, come on. It's beautiful right? No one tell my husband, but I might be ready for some beautiful snowy scenes.⁠
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#ilovefall #fallcolors #fallengagements #fallinutah #northernutahphotographer #ogdenphotographer #ogdenengagements #hotcouple #bridetobe #shesaidyes #anniversarysession #couplegoals #engaged #utahbride #utahbrideandgroom #engagedlife #utahengagements

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Happy birthday to this handsome fella. 42 looks good on ya. I love you, babe.

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The gorgeous Mary & Chris were the stars of our photography workshop tonight. Thank you to everyone who came. You all did such a great job. Don't you love the gorgeous fall colors?
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#portraitphotographyworkshop #portraitphotography #utahphotography #utahphotographer #utahportraits #utahcouple #fallcolors #utahinfall #fallinutah #weberstate

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I've been using and experimenting a lot more with flash lately. I really love how this shot turned out with the lovely Jacob and Patience. Which one of these do you like better and why? I'm curious to get others opinions.
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#utahmountains #utahbrideandgroom #brideandgroomportraits #formalsession #bridals #utahbridals #offcameraflash #utahpgotographer #utahphotography

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Congratulations Jacob & Patience on your beautifully colorful and bright wedding. It's very clear that you guys were made for each other. ♥
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#utahwedding @coppercreekeventcenter #utahvalleybride #utahbrideandgroom #springvilleutahwedding #utahweddingphotographer #utahweddingphotography #utahbride #utahgroom #weddingcake #weddingring #bouquettoss #weddingexit #grandexit #bubbleexit

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That moment when you're about to find out you're going to Disneyland in two days!!!
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#disneyorbust #disneylandreveal #disneyland #utahfamilyphotographer #utahphotographer #familyphotoshoot #utahfamilyphotography #utahinfall #utahmountains

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It's wedding week for these two!!!⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀
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#weddingweek #utahwedding #utahvalleybride #springvilleutahwedding #truelove #engagements #utahbride #utahbrideandgroom #utahweddingphotographer #utahwedding

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My mom and I took my grandma out for a drive up the canyon. Sometimes it's challenging to be with her since she has advanced dimentia and has about a 10-second memory. She just likes to talk and to have someone to listen, so that's what we do even though we know the stories she's telling only have bits and pieces that are fact. It's hard to watch my loving, serving, caring, vibrant grandmother like this. I want her always to be with us here, but I'll also be very happy when she passes through the veil to the next life where she will be whole again. This photo was from a path that we stopped at. It was incredible. Nature is so amazing.
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#utahphotographer #utahmountains #natureisbeautiful #dimentiasucks

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Anyone with kids knows that sometimes they just don't feel like cooperating. They can be super grumpy for pictures and then cheerful as can be once they aren't forced to smile. I have a lot of tricks up my sleeve to get kids to feel happy and comfortable. One of them is to let them look at the back of my camera and take a picture of their mom, dad, sister, etc. It often turns them right around and then they want a turn getting their picture taken.⁠
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📷 @beekersnap⁠
#utahweddingphotographer #utahphotographer #weddingphotographer #utweddingphotographer #utahwedding #childwhisperer #weddingreception

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Steve & Melanie had a gorgeous wedding yesterday at the beautiful Carmelle Reception Center. The venue coordinator commented that she hadn't worked with a nicer couple in a long time and she couldn't be more right. These two are some of the kindest people I've met. Their families were also the nicest people. I'm so grateful to have worked with Steve and Melanie. Have sooooo much fun in England on your honeymoon!!!⁠
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#utahwedding #brideandgroom #utahbrideandgroom #summerwedding #utahweddingphotographer #utahweddingphotography #ogdenphotographer #ogdenweddingphotographer #slcweddingphotographer

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Hey guys! It's that time again. I'm teaching another beginner's portrait photography class at the Weber State University CCE center in Layton. The class will be on Wednesdays from Sept. 18 to Oct. 9.⁠
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In the first class we'll be going over the technical basics such as how camera's work and how to switch your camera over to manual mode and adjust all the settings.⁠
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The second class will focus on the creative stuff like composition and posing.⁠
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In the third class, we'll put all our skills into action at a LIVE SHOOT! This is the fun part. Don't worry about being an expert because I'll be there to walk you through every step of the way.⁠
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In the last class we'll take those photos and learn how to edit them in Adobe Lightroom.⁠
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This is seriously a content-packed class. It's geared for beginners, but even intermediate photographers should find a lot of value in it.⁠
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To sign up, go to http://weber.edu/communityed and find the "Portrait Photography" class. You can also use the link in my bio. I hope to see you all there!⁠
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#wsucommunityeducation #laytonphotographyclass #wsuphotographyclass #portraitphotographyclass #utahcommunityeducation #photoclass

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It's the most wonderful time of the year. Three kids in full-day school (5th, 3rd, 1st) and one heading to preschool in two weeks. I'm going to relish my four hours a week to myself. I'll probably celebrate by finally getting something done 😂

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Sneak peek of Matt and Terri's gorgeous outdoor wedding yesterday. These two were so much fun. They are going on my dream vacation to Europe for their honeymoon. If money were no object, what would be your dream vacation?
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#utahphotographer #utahbrideandgroom #saltlakebride #saltlakewedding #utahwedding #utahweddingphotographer #ogdenphotographer #ogdenweddingphotographer #utahvalleybride

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Here are just a few images from Sarah and Keith's gorgeous wedding yesterday. It was amazing and Sarah didn't fall down the stairs like she feared 😂.
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#utahwedding #utahphotographer #utahbrideandgroom #weddingrings #utahbride #ogdenphotographer #weddingdetails #weddingphotography #weddingceremony #wedding #weddingday #bubbleexit #weddingexit

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Happy 1 year anniversary (yesterday) to these two. Thanks for letting me be a part of your big day. You guys are the best!⁠
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#utahweddingphotographer #utahwedding #kaysvillebotanicalgardens #usubotanicalgardens #ogdenweddingphotographer #utahweddingphotography #utahbride #utahbrideandgroom #northernutahweddingphotographer #1yearanniversary #firstanniversary

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Speaking of gorgeous lashes, which lashes are your favorites? Has anyone used the magnetic lashes? Love them? Hate them? I've been tempted to get some, but they all seem to be too short. Give me all the info.⁠
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#magneticlashes #falselashes #weddingphotographer #weddingphotography #utahweddingphotographer #ogdenweddingphotographer #utahwedding #utahbride #utahbrides #veilshot #ogdenweddingphotography #slcphotographer #slcphotography #ogdenbride

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Sorry ladies. You'll have to wait two years to snag this guy up. Today Ein goes into the MTC to serve for the next two years in the St. Louis mission. I have no doubt that Ein will be a great missionary. He's always served as a peacemaker in his home and he has an amazing spirit. God be with you, Ein.⁠
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#ldsmission #missionary #missionaryphotos #portraitphotographer #portraitphotography #utahportraitphotographer #utahportraitphotography #ldsmissionary #floraltie #gq

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Steve and Melanie's rings are one-of-a-kind. the stones are made from meteorite and the gold parts are dinosaur bone!!! I'm totally geeking out here. #nerdsinlove
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#engagements #engagementphotography #utahengagements #engagementring #weddingrings #utahwedding #utahweddings #utahweddingphotography #adventurecouple #mountainengagements

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Melanie is a huge hiker, so I was so excited when she said her and Steve wanted to do their engagements in the mountains. We originally planned to take the tram to the top of Snowbird, but they still have so much snow up there that it was still open for SKIING!!! 😲 I'm certainly not sad we ended up with this gorgeous backdrop of Timp, though. ❤️⁠
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#utahengagements #mountainengagements #timp #timpooneke #engagementphotography #engagementphotographer #weddingphotographer #utahengagementphotography #utahengagementphotographer #utahweddingphotographer #ogdenphotograher #ogdenweddingphotographer

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Congratulations to Mr. and Mrs. Winchester! They tied the knot today and their wedding had all the feels. These two are so in love ♥.
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#weddingday #tiedtheknot #utahwedding #utahweddingphotographer #soinlove #ogdenphotographer #ogdenweddingphotographer #bellavistareceptioncenter

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Keith proposed to Sarah at their favorite place in the whole world: Disneyland!!! He made this whole elaborate plan to hold up signs on Splash Mountain when you start going down the hill and it takes your picture. They worked so hard to talk the attendant into letting them have their own "car," but he refused, so they have a random happy guy in the back seat part of their proposal. Swipe to see the awesome pic.
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#engagementphotography #engagedinutah #ogdenphotographer #ogdenweddingphotographer #ogdenweddingphotography #ogdenengagement #utahengagement #utahweddingphotographer #utahweddingphotography #disneylandengagement #disneylandproposal #disneylovers

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I've been insanely busy this week. After my kids got out of school it was queue the storm of extracurricular activities. My flurry of spring photoshoots has finally slowed and now I'm gearing up for wedding season. Here is one of my favorites from Keith and Sarah's engagement session last Saturday. These are my people. We have so much in common and I'm so excited for their wedding in August!⠀
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#engagementseason #engagedinutah #utahengagements #utahengagementphotographer #utahphotographer #utahphotography #antelopeisland #weddingphotographer #weddingpotography #utahweddingphotographer #utahweddingphotography #ogdenweddingphotographer #ogdenweddingphotography #ogdenphotographer

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Mark and Misty were married in 2016 and last Saturday they were sealed for all of eternity. I couldn't have met a nicer couple and their family. I was so blessed to be part of their family's celebration as they came out of the temple. I always feel like they are a little part of my own family. ♥ Congratulations! 💍⠀
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#sealedforeternity #married #templemarriage #ldswedding #ldstemple #templewedding #weddingphotographer #ldsweddingphotographer #ldsweddingphotography #utahwedding #utahweddingphotographer #utahweddingphotography #weddingphotographer #weddingphotography #ogdentemplewedding #ogdentemple #ogdenphotographer #ogdenphotography #familiesareforever

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Before this, I had never actually done a shoot out at Saltair. I've driven past many times and even been there to scope it out, but after doing this shoot, I'm totally in love. I love these bright, natural landscapes. PSA, don't step in the grasses. You'll be covered in mosquitoes 😬. Being allergic, my bitten finger swelled up so bad that I couldn't even bend it for two days.⠀
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#maternityportraits #maternityphotography #maternityphotographer #portraitphotographer #portraitphotography #mammatobe #momtobe #maternityshoot #babybump #maternity #pregnancy #babygirl #utahphotographer #utahphotography #ogdenphotographer #utahmaternity

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Those eyes 😍⠀
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#seniorphotography #seniorphotographer #seniorpictures #utahseniorphotography #seniorphotographer #springblossoms #seniorgirlphotography #utahseniorphotographer #utahphotographer #ogdenphotographer

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I've been shooting sooooo many seniors lately. Makes sense since graduation is near. Tanner was really awesome! I've gotten incredibly lucky to shoot these beautiful, talented seniors who are completely cooperative. If you're nervous about getting photos taken, don't worry at all. I will coach you every step of the way. I'll tell you exactly what to do and make it a fun experience for you.⁣
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#seniorphotography #utahsenior #utahseniors #utahseniorphotography #seniorphotographer #utahseniorphotographer #highschoolsenior #seniorshoot #utahphotographer #utahphotography #lightandairyphotographer #lightandairy

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If any of you were at the capitol during the blossoms, you know what a madhouse it was. It also rained and rained and rained. We were so lucky to have the sun come out at least for a little bit so we could get that beautiful, glowy rim light. Oh how I love this look. I can't wait for Joel & Erin's wedding in June.
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#utahwedding #utahweddingphotography #utahweddingphotographer #utahbrideandgroom #springblossoms #noproblemwithpda #soinlove #tindercouple #utahbride #utahgroom #engagements #utahengagements #utahengagementphotography

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Today is our 11th anniversary. It's also the 12th anniversary of the day we met. Well, according to Felix we met as teenagers, but I don't remember it. My cousin was married to his brother. On that particular day, April 29, 2007, My cousin and his brother were building a dog run in their back yard and Felix came over to help. I thought he was cute, but didn't really think much beyond that since I was still trying to get over a recent breakup from an engagement only the month before. Ironically, it was because of that breakup that we were kind of put together. My ex and I were suppose to get married on June 16. My cousins and I planned a trip to Jackson Hole over that weekend so I could distract myself that day. We invited a bunch of people to go and Felix was one that agreed to go. Funny enough, his brother ended up backing up, but Felix came anyway even though he didn't know anyone. In all this time, I've never asked him why. I'll have to ask him today when I see him. Anyway, it was that trip that we got to know each other and eventually started dating. A year after the date that we met, we were married in the Bountiful Temple. I think I cried during the entire sealing which is really embarrassing. We went to Cancun on our Honeymoon where we made Olivia. We like to say she was made in Mexico 😂I can't say marriage has been all rainbows and unicorns since then. We've had and continue to have our fair share of struggles, but I've learned sooooooo much about love and forgiveness and compassion that it makes us better people.I love you Felix. Here's to eternity. 🥂❤️

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This is my cousin's beautiful daughter. These senior's simply amaze me. Every single one I've met has big plans for their future and they know what they want to do. I went to college and figured I would major in general studies until I figured it out. How many of you graduated with the degree you started with in college?⁣
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#collegebound #utahseniorphotographer #utahseniorphotography #utahsenior #seniorphotographer #seniorphotography #portraitphotographer #portraitphotography #utahportraitphotographer #utahportraitphotography #nursingmajor #weberstateuniversity #futurenurse #glowylight

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A Robin built her nest in a fake tree on my parents porch. She laid these three eggs that will be so fun to see Hatch. Today was the perfect day to see new life like this as I ponder on the celebration of the single greatest event in history: Jesus Christ's victory over death. I'm so grateful to my savior for paying the price for me. Happy Easter to all of you!
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#easter #jesuschrist #victoryoverdeath #newlife #robineggs #churchofjesuschrist #savior #becauseofhim #heisrisen

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I think all seniors should consider wearing gowns and tuxes during their shoots. How handsome is this guy?
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#seniorpictures #senior #seniorphotography #tuxedo #utahphotographer #utahphotography #utahseniorphotographer #utahsenior #seniorpics

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We spent a little time roaming around Antelope Island this week. Unfortunately, it's been rainy all week, so no sun. The sunsets here are divine. Still, it was fun. Plus, the bugs haven't come out in full force yet.⁣
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