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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 Family Photographer, Adobe Express, Meaningful Holiday gifts, Fathers Day Gifts

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Preserve Your Family’s Memories with A Professional Photography Session   Ever thought about getting those family moments captured by a pro photographer? It’s not just about snapping pics; it’s about creating lasting memories. Lexi Rae Photography breaks down why hiring a pro is a total win for your family photos. Pros Know Families Inside Out […]

Preserve Your Family Memories

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utah family photography posing guide

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Feeling awkward in front of the camera? Keep reading to get my free posing guide for your family pictures geared to help moms feel comfortable in front of the camera. Sometimes it’s hard to find a photographer who will give you enough direction during your shoot so you look good, you don’t have to rely […]

Free Posing Guide For Your Family Pictures

Tibblefork Reservoir Photography

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Are you stuck wondering how to pose in your family photos? Are you suddenly aware that you have hands with no ideas of what to do with them? You’re not alone. I’ve got some free posing tips for you, so read on…. Check out my free guide to help you look good in your family […]

Posing Tips for Better Family Photos

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Utah Extended Family Photographer

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Read on for an stress-free way to have everyone look amazing in your family pictures. I’m an extended family photographer in Utah, figuring out what to wear for your Extended Family Photos doesn’t have to be so stressful. The best thing to do is to find a color palette and family photo you can send to […]

Utah Extended Family Photographer

Utah Family Photographer

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What to wear for Family Pictures   When considering what to wear for your family photos, I always tell moms the same advice. Start with what you’re wearing first. You will be the one enjoying these pictures the most, and most of the family members are going to the shoot just because you want them […]

What to Wear for Family Pictures

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how to take family pictures

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Trying to improve your photography or are you new to your DSLR? Here are two easy tips for choosing the right aperture for your family photo session. Choosing the “right” Aperture for a family of five at a family session is will look different for lots of photographers depending on their style. Here are two […]

Photography Tips for Beginners

Utah Family Photography

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Use This Trick to Find Family Photo Outfit Ideas You’ll Love Choosing outfits for family pictures can be a difficult process. Notice how the DIY master, Mysha (@remingtonavenue, www.remingtonavenue.com) chose complimentary colors. She knew she’d be standing near red/orange rock so she chose to wear blue. Why did she choose blue you might ask? Well blue […]

Find Family Photo Outfit Ideas You’ll Love

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I’ve learned so much about photography over the last ten years, but posing and creating variety in a gallery was one of the hardest things for me to learn! Here is my thought process now which has really improved number of images I’m able to deliver to my clients. With each pose or action I […]

Utah Engagement Photography, Posing Ideas

Utah Interior Photographer

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Are you an interior designer? I created a separate Instagram account @lexiraecommercial last year as a placeholder for my brand photography work. This home was a gorgeous Interior photography session for me in Lehi, Utah. I was in a basement with really low light for most of the shoot, so I used a Profoto B10 […]

Utah Interior Photography

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Utah Family Photographer

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Tibblefork Reservoir is a popular spot for wedding and family photographers in Utah. You can have your session in the woods, by the water, along the dam, or walk up the hill to this spot which is my personal favorite. It totally changes the perspective, gives great views of the mountains, and the pine trees make […]

Tibblefork Reservoir, Utah Family Photographer

utah brand photographer

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Do you have a Utah small business? Businesses owners these days need a lot of content for their websites, social media feeds, Etsy shops, etc. My favorite part of Brand Photography is taking pictures of business owners, not exactly a shocker since I’m a portrait photographer. Whether you’re a blogger, a product-based business owner, a […]

Personal Branding Photography

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utah family photographers

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Want to know how to choose the right Aperture during your family photoshoot? Here are a few tips on what settings to adjust. I will pretend I’m using my Nikkor 24mm-70mm f:2.8 and NikonD850 for this example. If you want to alter the blur in the background, there are three things to consider: Aperture Zoom Distance to […]

Utah County Family Photographer

utah brand photographer

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Creating content for product-based businesses can be so time-consuming, making it hard for business owners to do everything else they need to do. Outsourcing your brand photography is a great way to get more time back so you can focus on more important parts of your business that no one else can do for you. […]

Utah Brand Photographer

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utah extended family photographer

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Planning an extended family reunion around the holidays or in the Summer? It’s a great opportunity to get family pictures taken while everyone is together. We did this extended family session in this clients backyard, and also partly on a nearby neighbors property, it made everything a lot easier for everyone involved so they didn’t […]

Extended Family Photographer, Utah County

Utah Family Photographer

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This family photography shoot was in July in Highland, Utah! I love their casual summery dresses, the mom’s dress was from Amazon if you are looking for what to wear ideas. Long flowy dresses always have a nice summery look. Both Mom and Dad did a great job having fun with their girls which made my job […]

Utah County Family Photographer

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utah LDS Baptism Photography

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Do you need some help taking LDS Baptism photos? I’m a portrait and brand photographer based in Utah County so I’ve done a lot of these types of shoos. There are several shots I make sure to always get: Full body shot, to show the whole suit or dress (mostly from the front, but also the […]

How to take LDS Baptism Photos, Utah Portrait Photographer

Personal Brand Photographer Utah

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Do you have a personal brand with a website, or business Instagram account? Or maybe you’re a lifestyle blogger? There are so many people that have started small online businesses in the last few years making personal brand shoots more popular than ever. If you want to look professional online, great pictures are really important […]

Personal Brand Photography, Utah County

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Park City Photographer

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Are you planning a trip to Park City, Utah? Vacations take a lot of time, effort and planning, it’s nice to go home with images that show what an amazing time you had. Want those pictures made into an album? I can do that too. These two were on their honeymoon in Park City, the […]

Park City Photographer, for your Park City Vacation

utah family photographer

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Did your family just move to Utah? So many of my clients were new to the state this year, or had returned after a long absence. The cool part about being new here is that I could take your pictures for the next 30 years and never run out of amazing places to go for […]

Moving to Utah? Utah Photography Locations

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Park City Photographer

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Are you planning a trip to Park City, Utah? Most of my Park City clients are from out of town and want to take a family picture while they have everyone together. If you don’t see your family regularly, of if you’re coming from several different states, it’s a great way to spend an hour […]

Park City Extended Family Photographer, Winter Shoot

Utah Family Photographer-1

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I have amazing photography clients in Utah County, SLC and Park City who trust me year after year, and let me do my thing. This is one of those families. If you have teenagers, here’s what you can expect from your session: A family portrait, five(ish)different ways: close and cuddly, mid range (shins and up), full […]

What to Expect From Your Family Photography Session

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Are you searching for a photographer in Utah, but worried about having an active kid that wont hold still for pictures? Stop worrying and find the right photographer that doesn’t need kids to be still for family pictures. Kids will be happiest when they are allowed to play and be silly during their shoot. Not […]

Alpine, Utah Family Photographer, Family of Three

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There are many choices when it comes to picking your photographers in Utah, I’m always honored when a client trusts me enough to document their family. Here are two reasons that could mean we are NOT a good fit: If you just want a few quick group photos. Whether your shoot is 20 minutes or […]

Utah County Family Photographer, 2 Reasons to NOT hire me

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Want some ideas of how to pose a family of three for your next family photo shoot? Or are you wondering what the best camera settings are? Check out what I did with these three at their family photography session in the hills of Alpine, Utah.   Camera Settings: 1/320 f3.5 ISO 250 Camera settings: […]

Alpine, Utah, Family Photography

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If you are looking for a neutral color palette with contrast, take some notes on what they were wearing. The youngest daughter was in a black dress which really tied everything together and added balance, since many of the other family members were wearing black or dark pants. We had to kill some time waiting […]

Photographer in Alpine, Utah

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This family does sibling pictures everyone year, and then family pictures the years in between. If you don’t want to get in the frame with your kids every year, then this is the thing to do! Kids change so much, it’s nice to have new photos of them each year. Sibling is basically another word […]

How to do a Monochromatic Color Scheme Right, Sibling Photography

utah senior photographer

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Calling class of 2022, it’s time to book your senior session. If you want your session to really show who you are, then choose a location that fits your personality. Are you really into mountain biking like this client? Then why not choose a spot with awesome mountain views and a few trails to ride […]

Mountain Biking, Senior Photography Session, Highland Utah

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Utah Family Photographer, Lehi, Utah

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I’m a photographer based in Northern Utah County, so Lehi is one of my favorite cities to shoot in. I love this spot for it’s lush green tree-tunnel, beautiful back-lighting (when it’s not cloudy) and it’s foresty look. Most of the time there is a creek, but since the drought has gotten bad, it dried […]

Lehi, Utah Family Photography Session

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This photography location is about at scenic as they come, and really accessible if you live in Utah County. Its only a 20 minute drive from the American Fork area which is pretty great. There are so many different ways to shoot up there too so you can have a lot of variety in your […]

American Fork Canyon

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utah newborn photographer

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Have you thought about ditching the posed newborn session for a newborn lifestyle shoot which includes pictures that are more natural and include the whole family? I wish I had, when I had my babies. Since you may have heard me talk about, how much I love a classic portrait, you might be wondering “what […]

4 Reasons to Ditch the Poses and Opt for a Lifestyle Newborn Shoot

Saltair, Utah Photoshoot, Utah Photographer

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Saltair is one of the coolest places for family pictures, engagement pictures, senior pictures, basically all forms of photography in Utah. The wide barren expanse, the incredible sunsets, and the reflections are all amazing! You can get a super cool minimalist look, much like what you can get at the Salt Flats (only a little […]

Five Things You Should Know Before You Shoot at Saltiar

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Utah County Family Photography

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BYU Campus was a great spot for this family’s pictures. They have a couple of kids attending the University and it was close to home. It’s also a really great place to shoot if you have a family that likes a green, manicured-grounds look. It’s a little more classic looking than the wild-field which appeals […]

How Balance Can Help Your Family Photos, Utah Photography

utah graduation photographer, University of Utah

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I was asked last spring to take pictures for this cute girl graduating from the University of Utah. I was pretty excited about the opportunity because I’ve never done college campus graduation sessions before. Since I’ve been doing this for 10+ years, I don’t get to try new things as often because I’ve been doing […]

Utah Graduation Pictures, University of Utah Photography

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Utah County Family Photographer

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I just booked another newborn shoot and I can’t wait. Here are six tips on how to prepare for a newborn shoot: Pack Your bag the day before. Taking care of your baby is enough to keep you busy the day of your shoot, you don’t want to be stressed trying to remember everything right […]

Six Tips to Prepare for a Newborn Shoot | Utah County Photographer

Utah Extended Family Photography

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I’ve had so many amazing clients this year, and feel so privileged that they’ve trusted me to take their family portraits, I don’t take that responsibly lightly. This Summer has been pretty brutal for me as a Mom, but I worked through a crazy summer anyway and have so many shoots to share with you. Here’s a […]

Utah Extended Family Photography at Wheeler Farm

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Utah Photographer

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Calling Class of 2022. If you want green grass and trees in your photos, most of my locations don’t green up until late April or early May in the foothills. This spot is one of the earliest to be pretty (usually ready towards mid-April). If you want to avoid the rush to get pictures taken and […]

Utah Senior Pictures at a Utah County Orchard

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How about them mountains? Scroll down for some epic views. This spot is one of my farther south locations and is a great option for families wanting to stay in the Provo or Orem area. Also, I loved their neutral color palette, it looked awesome with the surrounding area! During every full family photo session, I […]

Provo Utah, Family Photography

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Utah family Photographer

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I’ve avoided these fields for the last few years because I’m a little bitter about all the development up there, not to mention the crowds of people wanting to get a photo for their Instagram feed. BUT guess what, I actually really enjoyed this session and loved how it turned out! I especially loved working […]

Utah Family Photography, Wild Flower, Poppy Field

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Still looking for the perfect location for your family or senior pictures? If you don’t love the wild field look and you’re into a lush green scenery, this is the perfect Utah location for you from late April to late October. There are winding paths with lots of well kept flowers, trees and bushes and […]

Lush, Green, Utah Photography Location

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I did this Mothers Day Mini Session a few days before Mother’s Day. The pink blossom tree is always a show stopper. I was worried it wouldn’t be in bloom but it ended up blossoming just in time. Mother’s Day is a great time for mom’s to have a session done with their babies. There […]

Mother’s Day Mini Session

Utah Senior Photographer

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So you wake up on the morning of your shoot and the forecast of “100% chance of rain” has come true. The clouds are thick and the rain is strong and steady all morning. You might be thinking, “Welp, I guess we’ll have to reschedule our photo shoot“, but you in many cases would be […]

What If It’s Bad Weather For Your Shoot?

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Utah Senior Photographer, Utah County Senior Photographer, Draper Utah, Highland Utah

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In the Spring time, I have a lot of Seniors on my schedule. If you want to shoot in March before the world greens up, my advice is to do an urban shoot, or go for epic mountain views. We did managed to get both urban and nature settings during this shoot which is a […]

Utah Senior Photographer, Utah Valley, March Location Options