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My photography business grew from a desire to learn how to take incredible portraits of my babies and toddlers, while also capturing the cute and sweet moments of their childhood. Both types of images are such a treasure to me now which is why my photography style has evolved into what it is today - family portraits with candid moments mixed in to capture personalities and family relationships

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Utah extended family photographer, utah extended family photography, utah extended family photo session, utah family photographer

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How do you choose a location that’s right for YOU? That’s a topic that seems pretty straight forward, but sometimes what we really want is not what we initially think. The grandma in this image was originally thinking she wanted a mountain location. Perfect, I thought, I have about a dozen awesome ones to choose […]

Extended Family Portrait, Which Print Size and Location Is Best For You?

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Check out this family photo session I did last August in Highland, Utah. These clients found me through the mom’s hair dresser @hairandmakeupbycourtneysmith (who is a literal wizard if you want some help getting ready for your photo session). I was really excited for their session because it would be their first photoshoot with their […]

Documenting an Important Milestone

Utah Family Photographer, Utah Family Photography, Utah County Photographer, Utah County Photography, Extended Family Pictures, Extended Family Photographer, utah

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It’s no secret I looove taking extended family sessions. I’ve photographed extended families from 10-75 (yes, really), and each one is so unique. This family of 16 was fun because, they were small enough that I still had time to take candids and play with the kids in addition to taking all the portraits. The […]

Utah Extended Family Photographer, Family of 16

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utah family photographer, utah family photography, American fork Canyon, Utah Photography location, Fall color

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Want fall color for your photo shoot? Check out this awesome spot in American Fork Canyon, it has lots of pine and pretty much every color of fall mixed in. I’m lucky enough to photograph this family year after year. I love it when the kids goof off and have fun together. My favorite image […]

Utah Family Photography, American Fork Canyon

Utah Photographer, Utah Photography Location, Park City Utah, Utah Family Photography

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I love McPolin Barn in Park City, UT Here’s an extended family photography session I did there, in the grove of trees away from the barn. This location has so many different looks to choose from, and it’s great for families, extended families, seniors and everything in between. I always look for versatility in places […]

McPolin Barn, Park City Utah Photographer

Extended Family

Utah family Photographer

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Do you spend a lot of time in your back yard as a family? Doing a back yard photo session is a good idea for these reasons: It’s important to document places that are meaningful to your family. A session done at a place you spend a lot of time as a family will bring […]

Why a Backyard Shoot Could Be Right For You

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Check out this shoot I did with Mysha of @remingtonavenue. I’ll point out a few things Mysha did to make her shoot stand out and some suggestions to help yours turn out great: She ordered several amazing dresses, and picked her favorite. It’s hard to find clothes that fit right normally, so cut yourself a […]

Utah Maternity Photography for @RemingtonAvenue

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Utah Family Photographer, Utah County Photographer

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Want some family pictures so you can smile and remember how much your family loves each other while you walk around your house everyday? Me too. Here’s the Lexi Rae 2020 Fall Schedule followed by what a family session will likely look like. If you want your session to lean more heavily on candids, look […]

2020 Fall Schedule, Utah Family Photographer

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Calling all business owners. Do you have a really cool product, and are pulled in a million directions running your business? Tired of last minute posts and average photography that doesn’t do your product justice? Creating content for your business can be exhausting, I know because I’ve been there. I can help, for a few […]

Content for Months, Utah Commercial Photographer

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utah senior photographer, Utah County, Utah County Photographer

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Look at how cool this spot is. People drive by it all the time and don’t realize what a great spot it is for senior pictures in Utah. There’s so much variety: wide open views, dense forest (for Utah at least), a bridge, flowering shrubs, tall trees, fields and lots of gorgeous backlight. I love […]

What To Look For In A Great Location, Utah Senior Photographer

Utah Family Photographer

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This is what I do. These casual un-poses are my favorite. After I get a more “placed” look, I tell everyone to squish or cuddle for a waist up shot. This look isn’t for everyone, but if casual with everyone still looking and smiling appeals to you, then we are a GOOD fit. It can […]

Alpine Utah Family Photography

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Utah family Photographer, Polar Pro FiftyFifty, Bear lake, Nikon D850

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Most of the time when I’m on a beach vacation, I leave my DSLR at the hotel during the day. I don’t want to worry about it in the heat and around the sand and water all day, not to mention I’d rather be in the water or hanging out with my family. I still […]

Review of Polar Pro FiftyFifty Dome used with my GoPro Hero Black 5

Utah Family Photography, Utah Family Photographer, Utah County Photographer

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Whether you’re working around a family wedding schedule, or a child with special needs, or a tight timeline, I’ve got a solution for you. My goal is to come up with a plan to make family portraits possible for you, whether you live in Utah or are just in town for a few days. Sometimes […]

Utah Family Photography, Utah County Photographer

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Utah County Photographer

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Photograph the things that are important to you. Is there are specific place that means something to you? Is it your family relationships and interaction (of course), is it your old horse that won’t be around much longer? The more meaningful stuff you can pack into your session, the more meaningful it will be. Don’t […]

Equine Photographer, Highland Utah

Utah family photographer

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If you are into family photography that shows your kids personalities and IF you love a good candid photo, then listen up. When your kids get excited about something or start playing with each other during a session (even if it’s not what I was anticipating doing at that moment), Let. Them. Play. These kids […]

Let The Kids Play, Utah Family Photography

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Utah Senior Photographer

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Do you have a boy that isn’t excited about senior pictures? Why don’t you see if some cool, colorful walls, and city steps get him interested. These walls add so much life into these photos, and they are really easy to access (and close together) in Provo, UT. It’s a great option.  I’ve found that […]

Fun Urban Shoot, Provo Utah, Senior Photography

Utah Family Photographer, Utah County Photographer, Salt Lake City Utah, Sand Dunes Photography, Family Photography Session

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I was pretty excited when Chelsea, of Chelsea K Designs wanted to do her session down at the Little Sahara Sand Dunes. There’s so many different ways to use light there and they are all so dang gorgeous. I brought my assistant, as usual, to use my reflector and I have a few thoughts about […]

Family Photography at Little Sahara, Reflector Lessons Learned by a Utah Photographer

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Utah Senior Photographer

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Seniors

Do you have a HS Senior and an 8 year old who needs baptism pictures? Why not combine the two and save a buck.  Check out this combined session? And what do you think of this new spot?    

Utah Senior Photography, Alpine Utah

Utah County Photography

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Want to know what my biggest advice is for your family shoot?  Don’t fight on the way there so you can all have fun together during your shoot. Family pictures are HIGH stress for Mom who has coordinated schedules, what to wear, and helped her kids get ready if they are young enough. Try not […]

Advice for Mom, Utah County Photography + Provo River Trail

Nature

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Commercial

Did you see I added my commercial portfolio to my website? I love shooting for brands, builders, designers and the like. Go check it out and tell your business owner friends in need of great photos, website and Instagram content.   Utah County Photographer, Salt Lake City, UT @lexiraephotography Utah Commercial Photographer

Commercial Shoot for @Baileysproteinbites

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Just in case you aren’t convinced of the amazingness of this Orchard, here’s one more!  This girl was a cross country runner for Lone Peak Highschool in Utah, and I had so much fun being her photographer. Loved both of her looks, I recommend doing one casual and one more dressy.     Utah Senior […]

Utah Senior Photographer, One more at the Orchard

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Utah senior photographer

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One orchard, two outfits and a senior.  Guys this location is so dreamy! The Orchard blooms in mid-late April. @Hairandmakeupbycourtneysmith did her makeup and it really gave her a gorgeous glow. Add makeup to your session for just $60, it’s so worth it. You’ll have to book early, so Courtney can get you on her […]

Utah Senior Photographer, Orchard Shoot

Extended Family Photographer, Utah, Salt Lake City

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I have a confession to make. I love taking extended family photos. Why is this a confession you might be thinking? Because taking photos of large groups is not trendy or cool in the photography world. Being super creative gets you noticed among other photographers, and don’t get me wrong, I love seeing really creative […]

Three reasons you need an extended family photography session

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Utah Family photography

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Being a family photographer in Utah, I’ve done my fair share of extended families. It’s not a popular genre among photographers (cause they are looooots of work and there’s less time for creativity), but because I love the traditional family portrait, I love them! I’ve seen how a family portrait can bring a mom/grandma to […]

Between Family and Extended Family, Utah Photography

Utah Family Photographer

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Hi there, I’m Lexi and I’m a Utah County Photographer and I want to photograph your hard-to-photograph children. That might sound weird, but it’s true. Have you ever tried a photo session with your toddler that ended in tantrums or melt-downs? You aren’t alone, but guess what, I don’t think that’s your fault or even […]

Trouble with your toddler? Thoughts from a Utah Photographer

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Summer and Thanksgiving/Christmas is when people plan family reunions, and I love extended family sessions when the whole fam is back together for a few days. I’ve had three inquiries in the last month for my extended family photography sessions so I thought I’d post about one of my favorite spots for a big group. […]

Extended Family Photos, Tis the season

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Orchards are hard to come by these days, this one is my favorite! I hope it’s there for years to come despite all the development going on around here in Utah County. I love this shoot, her outfits were super classic and didn’t distract from her beautiful self (plus the hair and makeup done by […]

Senior Orchard Photoshoot, Utah County, Utah

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Utah Extended Family Photographer

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How should you dress for an Extended Family Shoot?  Here’s my last shoot of 2019, you can learn from their ways. I generally tell families several things which this family did wonderfully: Don’t match.  For example, don’t put everyone in a white shirt. Be low contrast (I only say this for extended families). There are […]

Extended Family Photography in AF Canyon, Utah

Senior Photography

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Here’s a really cool spot for urban senior photography.  There’s lots of different looks there and I felt like it really matched his style. I loved that he brought his guitar, I think it helped bring out his personality.   Utah Senior Photographer, Salt Lake City, UT Instagram @lexiraephotography Press Contact Button to email hello@lexiraephotography.com […]

Provo Senior Photography

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Utah Wedding Photographer

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The wedding and reception for this cute couple was at the beautiful Orangerie located at the Red Butte Gardens is SLC.  I had lots of fun documenting it all…  

Wedding and Reception at Red Butte Gardens, Salt Lake City

Utah Photographer, Saltair Photography

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Loved their outfits and the dreamy light at Saltair                                                             Utah County Family Photographer, Salt Lake City, UT Instagram @lexiraephotography Press Contact Button to email hello@lexiraephotography.com

Saltair, Utah Photography

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Utah Valley Photographer

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Tibble Fork Session.  I love this spot, it’s pretty all year long.  

Tibble Fork Reservoir Session

Utah Valley Photographer

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Want updated family pictures on your wall?  Want to have an album full of proof that your kids actually DO love each other?  Ya, me too. I can make that happen for you. My fall schedule is live, let me know if you’d like one of these session dates. All shoots are 1-3 hours before […]

Fall Schedule 2019

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Utah County Photographyer

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How can you get several different looks without wasting valuable shooting time and light? Use different jackets to change your look, then you don’t have to go back to the car to change.  Three of her looks had the same base: white shirt and jeans. Try using the same white T-shirt for all your different […]

Senior Pictures, What to Wear

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If you want to shoot at Saltair, you have to be committed. It might be muddy, you might get mosquito bites, and like this shoot, the storm could chase you back to your car.

Saltair

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I did two shoots here last year. It was fun to find a new spot and get a totally different look from where I’m used to shooting.  I love this family, their kids keep me laughing.                            

Utah Valley State Park

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Senior pictures

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My new favorite spot!  I’m so excited about this one, I feel like I’ll be shooting here a lot!                                

Utah County Foothills

Utah County Photographer

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Here’s a shoot from last fall when Big Cottonwood Canyon was unreal.        

Fall in Big Cottonwood

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If you are willing to brave the mud and bugs, you can have pictures like this. I think its totally worth it.

Saltair

Utah family photographer, Utah senior photographer

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  April 15th – Highland or Alpine Foothills (below photo of Highland spot) Evening Full/or Mini Session: X Booked X sldjflkdsjfk Wednesday April 17th – Provo Orchard, and nearby Amphitheater.  Should have white blossoms Mini Session:  7:20 – 8:00 X Booked X       April 29th: Lilacs and Foothills Combo Evening Mini Session/or Full Session […]

Spring Schedule:

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Utah Photographer, Utah Family Photographer

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Fall Schedule: ________________________ Wednesday September 17th: Location – Saltair or Clients Choice 6:20-7:30 Full Session X Booked X ______________________________ Tuesday September 25th – Location Alpine Foothills 6:05-7:10 Full Session  X Booked X ______________________________ Saturday September 29th – Location Big Cottonwood Canyon 4:50-5:20 Mini Session X Booked X 5:30-6:00 Mini Session OR 5:30-6:30 Full Session  X […]