Before each shoot, I send out a consult form asking you for more information about your family or senior. If filling this form out stresses you out, then skip to the bottom of this post and read what’s in bold type at the end. If you want to know how these details help me and […]

I photographed four weddings in 2020 in spite of the havoc from the pandemic. I honestly felt bad for all the brides having to make constant adjustments based on the latest governor’s orders. It was a tough year to be a bride, among many other things. I will say, though, that this bride enjoyed her […]

I started doing a lot more commercial photography this year which has been a new adventure. I’ve worked for several Utah-based businesses this year: @whippersnapper.co, @baileysproteinbites, @trending_with_trina, @purlieustyle, @undercovermama, @vibejewelryco, @remingtonavenue, @sweethomesaltlakecity, @chelseakdesigns and @madwithcozy. I finished up this shoot for @madewithcozy right before Christmas. I also gifted two of these blankets for Christmas this […]

I loved meeting this family that just moved here from California. They hiked up a steep hill with a stroller and baby for these views, and it was worth it! It was pretty cold up there, but surprisingly we weren’t knee deep in snow like I frequently am that time of year. The mom is […]

I love this little spot in the middle of the city  (Utah County near the point of the mountain). I shot here once years and years ago, and decide to try it out again. Once I put it out there as an option, I had so many clients choose it this year! It has so […]

If you’ve spent more than a minute on my website, you’ll see that I put “Utah” as many places as I can! It’s amazing how many times in my own search for a photographer, that it takes some real digging to see what area of Utah they shoot in, or even what state for that […]

This family lucked out with a gorgeous evening in the Alpine Foothills for their family photo shoot. We had sun for half and cloud cover for half, which meant we could get both views of the mountains. The littlest girl wasn’t too sure about pictures at first, but I got her laughing anyway. The oldest […]

Is it just me, or am I the only one that’s been misspelling Tibble Fork for the last decade? I saw a sign up there during my last shoot and realized I’ve probably blogged it wrong about 10 times. This family is a blast to photograph. I especially love photographing my regular clients because I […]

Did you know I started a separate Instagram account for my commercial work? You can find it at @LexiRaeCommercial. I’ve had so much fun shooting for brands, especially @trendingwithtrina. Not only is she my friend, but she recently started a fashion account and hit the ground running. When we get together for shoots, there are […]

Want a winter family photo shoot? This family photography session shows it doesn’t have to be all about the pine trees. I love me a good snow covered pine, but I also love snow with pretty backlight shining through the golden reeds/weeds. Park City has this awesome white barn (which is frequented by photographers) with […]

I was thrilled when this mama wanted a studio shoot. I don’t do indoor session very often because there are so many places in Utah to shoot outside. I loved the Christmas set up at the Loft this year, so it was fun to do a holiday session in their Christmas best AND their PJs. […]

I’ve got all the delicious fall foliage in this session. Feast your eyes on the gorgeous pines and woodsy setting with plenty of color as well. This was the first time I’ve taken this family’s photos, and they were so much fun. They played along with all my crazy games, and it really showed in […]

One of the requests from this mom was that she liked the mountains to be a part of the story in the family photograph. So we selected this Utah County spot with gorgeous views! It happened to be windy there so I had to do a little hair editing after the fact. We started with […]

These clients wanted fall color. It can be tricky to pin down an exact weekend since it can vary. We planned this shoot near Tibblefork on Oct 8th and it was perfect. The quaking aspens were really putting on a show and the mountain views never disappoint up there. If you are looking for a […]

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 […]

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 […]

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 […]

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 […]

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 […]

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 […]

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 […]

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 […]

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 […]

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 […]

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 […]

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 […]

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 […]

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 […]

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 […]

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 […]

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 […]

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?    

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 […]

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

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 […]

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 […]

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 […]

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 […]

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 […]

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. […]

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 […]

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 […]