SassaFrass Photo

Sassafrass Birthday Bash!

2012-02-27T07:46:00.002-07:00

You can book for anytime throughout the year! This is a one time deal I will not be offering any further discounts on session pricing. Call or email me to schedule your session. This excludes Weddings, Mini Sessions, Prints, & CD Purchase..... Price is off your session fee only.

Kylie..........{Utah Children's Photography}

2012-02-21T10:15:00.002-07:00

Kylie is 7 years old and loves to dance! She has competition season coming up and needed some headshots for the photo cover contest. I love getting those up close photos that sparkle! Don't get me wrong full body shots can be fun, but the closer you are the more details you find. I love Kylie's freckled cheeks and green eyes (a color you don't see all too often). I wanted to add some wind to the pictures to give them a bit more depth too. I need to buy a nice fan, but I pulled it off with a blow dryer for these...... shhh.. don't tell, my four year old held it on her ;)

Such a photogenic little lady, I hope she wins them all!

Spring Mini Sessions

2012-02-15T10:43:00.000-07:00

Spring Mini Sessions will take place Wednesday, March 21st @ the Garden Park. A mini session is a 30 minute child session for $100 (up to 2 kids- $20 each additional child). A $50 booking fee is required to hold your spot (it comes out of the overall $100 session fee.) You receive 10 images on CD with print release. This is a great way to get some Easter pictures or photos done for Mother's day gifts! All time slots are listed below. Email me with the spot you'd like.

5:00-
5:30-
6:00-
6:30- {TAKEN}
7:00- {TAKEN}

*Please email me with the spot you'd like! Thanks.....

Happy Valentine's Day!

2012-02-14T12:14:00.001-07:00

Mylee.............{Utah Children's Photographer}

2012-02-13T10:22:00.002-07:00

Cute little Mylee, just in time for Valentine's Day!

Annual Print Sale

2012-02-02T12:11:00.002-07:00

Q&A---- the answers

2012-01-19T11:10:00.000-07:00

Okay here we go! If you asked a question here are you answers :)

What kind of Camera do you use?
I have a Nikon D300. I am saving up for a new camera though :) If you are just starting out or just taking pictures as a Mommy I wouldn't get my camera or higher until you know how to use a camera on Manual mode. For the Moms out there that just want to take decent every day pictures get yourself a nice DSLR. Most average DSLR will give you an option wheel that will help your camera think for you the best that it can. I am a Nikon girl because that is what I learned on, but I know fabulous photographers who shoot with Canon too. It is the person who takes an awesome photo not the camera. Don't get me wrong, if you have a nice camera and know how to use it then you can create MAGIC :) Also since some one asked....... if you know how to use your camera then yes, nicer lenses do make a difference. I shoot with prime lenses 98% of the time. I think they produce a crisper image with better bokeh.

What editing software do you use?
I currently use Photoshop CS5 and Lightroom 2. I use Lightroom to open up all of my raw images, and do any quick adjustments I need to, then take the image straight from there into CS5. Word to the wise, if you have never used photoshop you may want to learn with a free trial first. It can kind of look like a foreign language to people when they open it for the first time :) I got my first version of photoshop several years ago for digital scrapbooking purposes. I took a beginner scrapbook course at www.jessicasprague.com. It was actually really helpful in teaching you the basic tools and such.

Any suggestions for someone just getting started?
Here is my suggestion for someone who is getting started....... YOU NEED TO LOVE IT! You have to love every aspect of the photography world if you want to do this as a career. You not only need to love taking photos you need to love editing, dealing with people, and continually learning! If you don't love one of those things; hey, no one ever said you had to be a photographer. Plus it isn't a cheap hobby ;) Photography kind of fell into my lap, I didn't plan on it at all. I bought a camera to take better pictures of my kids and fell in love with it.

Any suggestions on how to get better?
Sure I have the classic suggestion "Practice makes Perfect!" PRACTICE is the only way to get better at anything. You can read everything there is to know about taking the perfect picture, but if you can't pick up the camera and make it a reality, well all that knowledge is getting you no where! Also knowing your equipment is essential. If you know how to work your camera you can ensure that your photos will turn out every time, not just getting lucky every now and again.
Word to the wise....... Don't compare yourselves to other photographers. Compare yourself to YOU! I can look at when I first picked up a camera and have a really good laugh! As long as you keep improving and growing that is all that matters :)

How do you deal with NOISE & how do you get soft skin?
Um..... noise isn't really ever to big of deal for me. I try to shoot at no higher then a 400 iso. Typically outdoors I shoot at a 200 because that seems to be my cameras favorite spot. Indoors about a 400. I have had to go higher at weddings and such. Here is how I deal with noise if I'm forced to..... I usually fix it up a bit in Lightroom and then run smoothomatic by Totally RAD in photoshop (sometimes). As for skin..... I RARELY do any skin softening. Total truth, I went through a phase where I did, but hardly ever anymore. Why does their skin look soft then? Well I shoot wide open 90% of the time and I focus on the eyes. Everything away from the eye is going to get softer and softer. PLUS...... I shoot children most of the time, and lets face it kids have BEAUTIFUL soft skin. I always remove pimples or cuts, but I don't soften my skin unless someone has really blochy skin, even on babies, I hardly ever do it :)

Did you take courses to learn: Lighting, Background, or Scenery?
No, No, and No. I didn't take any courses, I am entirely self taught. I have always read tips and techniques online, but never taken an actual class on anything. I have always been a right brained person, so artsy stuff came easier then the mathmatics of everything :) As for backgrounds or scenery I am always looking for things with color, or a lot of texture since that is my style. You always have to add in a clients wardrobe choices and such too to make everything perfect. I have done a post on lighting before if you scroll down the right side of my blog it is under tips....

What is your favorite time of year to shoot Family photos?
Late Spring, early Summer, or early Fall.......... and here is my personal reasons. I have a 4 year old and a 7 year old, they wine when it is cold and I don't like whining :) He, he, okay really that is only a small part of it. I love the lush greenery and color of late spring and early summer. I love early Fall for a different reason. I LOVE LAYERING!!!! Clothing can make a photo something spectacular for sure. It's not only about the color you wear but about the textures too. Look at this picture of Ethan in black and white. It obviously has no color, but it's the textures in the image that draw you in.....

The hat, the wall, the gritty dirt all contrast with his soft face and draw you in to that point. Okay so that was all a bit off topic, but those are my reasons for liking those seasons (I'm a regular Dr. Seuss ;D)

How do you get your eyes so sharp and sparkling?
I posted this picture extra large so you could see it more clearly :)
To get your eyes tack sharp you need to nail your focus! I always focus on the eyes of a person. You also want to focus on the eye that is closest to you.... so in the image below Kylie's right eye is where I focused. As for sparkling...... I try to get good light and catch lights whenever I can when shooting which helps immensely! Also I sharpen my eyes and use the dodge and burn tool in photoshop...... I have to say I also use an action call GLISTEN by Michelle Kane that I am in LOVE with. Know matter how much you sharpen and sparkle them up if you didn't nail your focus in camera they won't look very good. I see tiny pictures on photo blogs and website that look fine when they are small, but if you made them larger like the photo below you could tell that they are not in focus. (I notice it more because that's what I do, so start paying attention to that when choosing a photographer) So FOCUS first and then doll them up ;)

Where did you take your family photos?
I love this question because it is my most favorite place on the planet :) My family has a cabin up by Oakley. I love it! That is where I shot them :) If anyone ever wants a shoot up there I am all for it, just note that it is a little over an hour drive from Salt Lake. I don't charge a travel fee for going up there though, because I love going :) Here are some of our family photos that we took in late August last year up there......

a bunch of dorks for sure ;)

What do you do with old photos you aren't displaying in your home anymore?
I put them in a box......... I know scientific right :) I have a large box that I put the images in that used to be in frames on my wall. That way I can use them in the future or just go back and look at them. If the images are small enough to go in an album I put them in one. I have a large collage wall in my living room, and then one down my stairs to my basement, so luckily I can display quite a few images, but I always have a hard time choosing :) I always print some 4x6's as well to put in an album I have just for memory purposes. I also typically try to get an album made each year too.

Where do you recommend printing semi professional images and albums?
Obviously if you do a session with me I would prefer you order images through me. I know what my professional printed images look like, and I know the quality and durability of them. I use a company out of California, but if you're not a professional photog you won't be able to use them, so here are some other options...... DO NOT print at walmart and other local places like that...... blah! I have seen them and sorry, but BLAH!!! If you have to go to some local cheaper option choose Costco... I think they even offer lustre coating (which will give your images uv protection). They look far superior to the drugstore photo counter I promise. If you want a more professional image there is a great place in the valley called Nichols. If you ever buy a CD from me and plan to print them there ask me to give you the adobe version of your photos. Adobe is a higher color spectrum that I print your images in, but if I sell a CD I typically give them in a RBG format (a lower color format) since only professional print companies can manage the higher color spectrum... So there you have it if you print with me I can guarantee better color.... NUF said ;) For albums...... I know albums are expensive! Okay so here goes..... I have done some albums with Shutterfly in the past. I didn't love the quality of the images. We know I am all about the images over the scrapbooking portion of a book. I have recently found somewhere better though :) Paper Coterie! Yes it is just www.papercoterie.com, and the image quality is beautiful! I ordered a family book to test them out and was impressed. I also recently ordered one of their day planners and am in LOVE with it right now :) So check them out first!

Can I see your before and afters?
Sure........ Here is some from a recent shoot with my kids...... SOOC (straight out of camera)

That finishes of the Q&A....... I hope all the info helps those who asked it :) Thanks for participating!

Spring Calendar

2012-01-10T16:18:00.000-07:00

just looking at my calendar and wanted to let all of my clients know.... I will have a limited amount of sessions in April and May due to my daughters dance competition schedule. If you are interested in booking for those months, please let me know at least 4 weeks in advance to make sure you get the spot you'd like. Thanks!

Photog Q & A.......

2012-01-03T15:59:00.000-07:00

Hello Everyone, Sassafrass is holding a Q& A! If you have any questions you have wanted to ask me about my photography feel free. I will answer as best I can :) Just leave a comment, and I will let everyone know when I finish off with a post of answers!

Thanks, now let the brain picking begin ;)

Valentine Mini Sessions.....

2012-01-01T00:00:00.000-07:00

Valentine Mini Sessions.....will take place Saturday January 21st in my in home studio. Mini sessions are for a CHILD session only. Mini sessions are a 20 minute session with 10 edited images on CD with print release! The cost is $100 (each additional child is $15), and this year you receive 8 Valentine Wallets with your session too!

(you can choose from one of the designs below!)

Time slots are listed below, please email or call me to schedule your session.

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2:00- {Taken}

*Please email me ASAP if you are interested to the get the time slot of your choice, THANKS!

Happy New Year!

2011-12-31T00:00:00.000-07:00

Happy New Year!

A special THANKS to all of my clients who made 2011 such a fantastic year!

Dale Family............{Utah Family Photographer}

2011-12-26T22:18:00.002-07:00

Love this Family!!! They are always fun to shoot, and I love their style :)

We are having crazy weird, warm weather here in Utah right now!

No snow, either.....

Who says you can't do outdoor pictures in the Winter, right?

Happy Holidays!

2011-12-24T13:56:00.000-07:00

From my family to yours......

Have a very Merry Christmas and a Happy New Year!

Last Day of Reverie Giveaway!

2011-12-21T07:32:00.003-07:00

Don't miss out go over and enter to win!

www.reveriemine.com

Merry Christmas Ali Gal.............{Utah Children's Photographer}

2011-12-15T07:59:00.002-07:00

Eoughan (Owen), Ethan, and Maren........... such cute kids :)

Zachary Bean............{Utah Newborn Photographer}

2011-12-13T22:37:00.001-07:00

Can you say adorable? Well I can! Little Zach didn't want his pictures taken at first, but we won him over in the end. I am in love with his reindeer hat that his Grandma made him, I think she needs to go into business :) Thanks Stacey and Jon I am so happy for you both.

Awesome 12 Day Giveaway!

2011-12-12T11:06:00.001-07:00

http://reveriemine.com/christmas-giveaway-day-one

All you fellow photogs need to go share the love and enter for a chance to win 12 days of giveaways over on the Reverie blog!

Who doesn't want some free Christmas gifts just for yourself ;)

Gavin........{Utah Children's Photographer}

2011-12-03T22:08:00.001-07:00

Um....... cheeks don't get cuter then these :) I wanted to kiss them off! Isn't he just yummy?

Hope your having a fabulous holiday season so far.....

Merry Christmas BABY...........{Utah Newborn Photographer}

2011-12-02T00:00:00.000-07:00

I could melt! I loved shooting little Cooper! There is something about a new baby that just makes every shot so worth the struggle to get it ;) He was 12 days old for our little photo shoot, his skin was still so dreamy, which makes my job so much easier.

I think he was the perfect early Christmas gift :)

Ethan....... {Utah Children's Photographer}

2011-12-01T19:23:00.001-07:00

This is my little guy :) He has always been pretty difficult to get in front of the camera, but I am happy to report this was the first time we both enjoyed ourselves :) Usually I am sweating by the time we're done, but he really was so much fun and easy going this time around! I guess he is getting bigger, something I like yet it makes me so sad at the same time.

NIxon & Max..............{Utah Children's Photographer}

2011-11-30T07:32:00.001-07:00

Two major cutie pies! Nixon had his smile practiced and ready and little Max was a ham :) These two were so much fun to shoot, I love when they make my job easy!

Ryder.........{Utah Children's Photographer}

2011-11-29T08:02:00.001-07:00

This little guy is so cute! I have shot him about three times now, and he just gets cuter and cuter each time I see him :) I am a sucker for big eyes though!

Price Family.........{Utah Family Photographer}

2011-11-28T22:05:00.001-07:00

It is cold here in Utah, but we I have managed to luck out with all or my photoshoots! We haven't had to reschedule one yet :) Go me! Okay, I am knocking on wood right now, so I don't jinx myself.....

Just a few more weeks of craziness and then a much needed rest is coming my way! In the mean time check out the cute Price family :) They are cuties!

Thomas Family..........{Utah Family Photographer}

2011-11-26T00:00:00.000-07:00

Such a cute family, and so willing to bear the cold and wet weather with me :)

Unfortunately here in Utah that is kind of a given at this time of year. I think snow makes for beautiful pictures though :) How about you?

Black Friday

2011-11-24T23:00:00.000-07:00

Howdy Everyone!

Happy Black Friday as they say these days. Well Sassafrass Photo is not exempt on this fine day.

The best part is you don't have to wait in line or go anywhere for this lovely deal ;)

Today only I am offering 20% off any photo session fees booked for January, February, or March of 2012.

(percentage is only taken off the session fee, prints and CD purchases are at normal price)
(does NOT include weddings)

You can find all regular session info on my website www.sassafrassphoto.com

Just email with when you'd like to do your session and mention the code BLACKFRIDAY!

Happy Turkey Day!!!..............{Utah Children's Photographer}

2011-11-24T00:00:00.000-07:00

Happy Turkey Day one and all!!!! I thought I'd share little Tyson today since he is such a cutie PIE! He was so funny and all over the place of course.

I hope you all have a great holiday, and stuff yourselves silly :)

Bette & the Boys....... {Utah Family Photographer}

2011-11-22T08:35:00.001-07:00

Such a fun family to shoot! I love when I can get everyone to relax and totally be themselves. It make for such beautiful and realistic family photographs :) Thanks Bette, it was great meeting both you and your sweet family.

Birthday Bash.............{Utah Children's Photography}

2011-11-21T07:47:00.001-07:00

Kylie turned 7 on the 16th of November. She is my favorite person to shoot, she does exactly what I say and even comes up with a few things on her own :) I love her so much!

Happy Birthday Kylie Sue!

Kaeson.........{Utah Newborn Photography}

2011-11-20T11:47:00.001-07:00

Isn't he just so precious? I love babies :) I have two more who should be arriving any day that I get to shoot too :) So excited for all the little men coming into the world right now!

I'll have a Blue Christmas...........{Utah Children's Photography}

2011-11-19T07:13:00.001-07:00

Little Samuel was not happy at all! He cried most of the time, I think his mom left thinking there wouldn't be any pictures to view. However, I am glad to say I captured even one smile of the little guy! I don't know exactly when he smiled, but I was trying my best to be pretty silly ;)

Classic Christmas..........{Utah Family Photography}

2011-11-19T07:09:00.001-07:00

They had expected fall foliage pics and got white Christmas pics instead! They even ran out and got new outfits to go with the new background :) I have family holiday mini's today, and it snowed just in time for those as well. I am going to have to wear multiple layers today so I don't freeze to death!

Spencer Girls............{Utah Children's Photography}

2011-11-18T17:58:00.001-07:00

I am going to miss the beautiful Fall colors :( This season moves faster then any other for me! Just a few more weeks and my dead season starts. January through March are much slower for me due to the extreme cold weather here in Utah. I do get caught up on stuff though ;)

Ellie............{Utah Children's Photography}

2011-11-18T17:55:00.001-07:00

Such a cutie in her little Halloween duds! Wow, I am super behind, it is almost Thanksgiving ;)

The Lu Family............{Utah Family Photography}

2011-11-18T17:50:00.001-07:00

Love this gorgeous family! Little Nolan was not much in the mood for photos, but we tricked him into a few :) The snow hit here in Utah tonight. I just home it looks pretty for all the family Holiday minis tomorrow!

Pace Family.............{Utah Family Photography}

2011-11-13T20:36:00.001-07:00

I am hoping to get caught up on my blogging over the next week, but we shall see :) I have been super busy and it seems my blog gets neglected first! This family was so cute, one little girl and two crazy boys. So much fun!

Emery............{Utah Maternity Photography}

2011-11-12T08:53:00.001-07:00

Babies are so cute! So are their mommies with their cute baby bumps :) Emery is so close to her due date, and I am so excited to see her little man when he arrives! Fall is on the outs here in Utah and Winter is pushing its way in :( Now to freeze to death at all of my photo sessions for a few months!

Marsh Family....{Utah Family Photography}

2011-11-06T21:11:00.002-07:00

Love this cute family!!!! Little Samuel has been so good for every shoot we have ever done :) His first one was at just 2 months old too! His Daddy actually entered and won the indoor Holiday Mini session shoot, so I get to see him again this week, lucky me!

Happy Halloween.......... {Utah Children's Photography}

2011-10-31T07:55:00.001-06:00

I hope everyone has a safe and fun night of Tricks & Treats :)

Make sure you get more treats then tricks though!

Happy Halloween!

Ava............{Utah Children's Photography}

2011-10-27T11:07:00.001-06:00

Isn't she just the most adorable thing you have ever seen! She was an awesome 3 year old for sure! She did everything asked of her :) I love when these kiddos make my job easy.

Easton..... {Utah Children's Photography}

2011-10-24T10:00:00.001-06:00

This little guy had me on my toes..... the moment he hit the ground he was running :) He got a little tangled up in my stool though. He was definitely all boy!

Lee Family...... {Utah Family Photography}

2011-10-21T08:49:00.002-06:00

Bunch of blonde cuties :) I can't even imagine how it would be to have this many little girls! My Mom was an only girl and I am an only girl, and it looks like my Kye will be an only girl too! I bet there will be a lot of arguments in these guys' teen years over clothes stealing ;)

As for a calendar update...... I have one family Holiday mini spot left....outdoor child holiday minis are full, but I have a couple of spots for the indoor ones...... I have two openings in November and just 4 in December.

That means I only have 6 spots left for this year!

Also Holiday cards are available now. To view them just go pick the holiday cards link on the right side of my blog :)

Sabrina......{Utah Maternity Photography}

2011-10-21T08:44:00.000-06:00

I have had a bunch of mommies right now...... but you know if you get mommies you get babies very soon too :) To top it all off all the babies I will soon be shooting are boys!

Baby Bump...... {Utah Maternity Photography}

2011-10-20T23:10:00.001-06:00

If my bump had been half this cute I might have photos from way back when. Isn't Stacey gorgeous :)

2011 Holiday Cards

2011-10-12T11:15:00.000-06:00

Here are all of my NEW pretty fabulous 2011 Holiday Cards!!! Gorgeous designs from Oh Snap Boutique. All the cards are double side and press printed! (not on flimsy photo paper)

These cards are gorgeous and will last forever!

Show off this Holiday with any of these beautiful designs......... everyone will be jealous ;)

(just sayin')

All pricing and sizes are listed below each picture. All cards include envelopes except for these tiny 3x3 cutouts right below, but punch a hole and they are a perfect tree ornament :)

3x3 Luxe card- $40 (no envelopes for these little guys)

Whimsy Dream- 5x5 Luxe fold- $70----- 5x5 Luxe cut out- $60--------- 5x7 Flat-$45 (envelopes included)

Backages N' Bows- 5x7 flat cards (envelopes included)- $45

Eco Christmas- 5x7 flat (envelopes included)- $45

Eco Christmas 2- 5x7 flat (envelopes included)- $45

Eco Christmas 3- 5x7 flat card (envelopes included)- $45

Modern Christmas- 5x7 flat card (envelopes included)- $45

Modern Christmas 2- 5x7 flat card (envelopes included)- $45

Modern Christmas 3- 5x7 flat card (envelopes included)- $45

Painted Christmas- 5x7 flat card (envelopes included)- $45

Winter Wonderland- 5x7 flat card (envelopes included)- $45

Winter Wonderland 2- 5x7 flat card (envelopes included)- $45

Winter Wonderland 3- 5x7 flat card (envelopes included)- $45

Warm Delight- 5x7 flat card (envelopes included)- $45

Warm Delight 2- 5x7 flat card (envelopes included)- $45

Woodland- 5x7 flat card (envelopes included)- $45

Woodland 2- 5x7 flat card (envelopes included)- $45

Woodland 3- 5x7 flat card (envelopes included)- $45

Woodland 4- 5x7 flat card (envelopes included)- $45

Ho Ho Christmas- 5x7 Luxe flat card (envelopes included)- $65

Candy Cane- 5x7 flat card (envelopes included)- $45

Candy Cane 2- 5x7 flat card (envelopes included)- $45

Candy Cane 3- 5x7 flat card (envelopes included)- $45

Martineau Family...... {Utah Family Photographer}

2011-10-11T14:46:00.000-06:00

Um.... I am a tad behind on the blogging business ;) I have a pile of editing and I'm sorry to say that I neglect the blog before anything else. This family was so stinking beautiful! Little miss Paiton was a photogs dream! Easy to shoot with big beautiful eyes :) I am loving all of my fall shoots! Yay! for FALL!

I only have a few sessions remaining for 2011, so if you want to book please don't hesitate :)

Holiday Mini Sessions.....

2011-10-08T22:26:00.004-06:00

The Family Holiday mini's are filled so I am opening up my Holiday Children's mini sessions! These are for kidlets only. I am doing two different dates, one will be indoor and one will be outdoor. A child mini session is a 30 minute session for up to two kids ($10 each additional), which includes 10-12 edited images that you receive on CD with print release. The session price is $100, you must pay a $30 booking fee to hold your spot, but it comes out of the overall price which leaves $70 due at the time of your session :) Call or email me with the time slot you'd like and list indoor or outdoor :) Thanks!

INDOOR HOLIDAY MINI's- Wednesday November 9th (my in home studio)

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OUTDOOR HOLIDAY MINI's- Saturday November 26th- (Garden Park)

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*Please email me to snag your preferred time slot :) Thanks

The WINNER IS

2011-10-08T11:01:00.002-06:00

JOSHUA MARSH!!!!!! Congratulations :)
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Holiday Mini Session Giveaway!!

2011-10-03T08:22:00.000-06:00

Who wants to win a Free Child Holiday Mini Session? You can choose between the indoor sessions on November 9th or the outdoor sessions on Saturday November 26th. A great way to get some holiday pictures of your kids and not even touch your holiday budget ;) There are several ways to enter, and you can do more then one for multiple entries. Just make sure you leave a SEPARATE comment for each entry. Thanks now let the fun begin!

#1). Leave a comment here telling what colors you plan on using for your holiday outfits this year!

#2). Go LIKE my page on Facebook (this one only works if you were not already a fan)

#3). Share this Giveaway on Facebook, Twitter, or your personal or business blog (you can get a separate entry for each one you do, just come back and leave proof that you did)

#4). Become a Follower on my blog.

The contest will run until Friday at 12am. MST. Now let the fun begin!

Downward Family...... {Utah Family Photographer}

2011-10-01T11:48:00.000-06:00

Little Sophia was full of so much energy! She definitely gave me a run for my money :) I actually get to go shoot her Rapunzel birthday party today, with floating lanterns to boot! I love when families show me their real selves, it is magic....

Tatum.........{Utah Newborn Photographer}

2011-09-30T15:00:00.002-06:00

So I am a tad behind on my blogging, but I swear I'll do better ;) This is brand new baby Tatum! Isn't she just the sweetest? She was by far the easiest baby I have ever taken pictures of before. She slept through everything!!!! AWESOME :) Thanks Milles, she is just perfect!

Purple and Blue....... {Utah Family Photographer}

2011-09-30T14:57:00.000-06:00

Families are always so much fun to shoot! You really get to see how they interact and mesh :) I am loving the fall pictures season! I love crunchy leaves and the changing of colors, it has to be my all time favorite season. I have Holiday mini sessions open, please check the post before this for more information on those. Thanks

Holiday Children's Mini Session Announcement............

2011-09-21T09:59:00.001-06:00

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OUTDOOR HOLIDAY MINI's- Saturday November 26th- (Garden Park)

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Family Christmas Mini Announcement...............

2011-09-19T22:57:00.001-06:00

Family Christmas Minis will take place SATURDAY NOVEMBER 19th @ the Garden Park

These sessions will be $200 and will include:

*40 minute session

*CD with 10-12 edited images w/ print release

*25 5x7 flat double sided christmas cards (envelopes included)

(This session is set up for a family of 5, it is $20 more for each additional family member)

Here are the time slots to choose from, it is done on a first come first serve basis. A $50 booking fee is required to hold your spot, but it comes out of the overall price so $150 will be the remainder due at the time of your session.

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All in the Family + the nanny......... {Utah Family Photographer}

2011-09-14T07:50:00.000-06:00

Aren't these folks all great Looking? They were so easy to shoot, and so easy going! Sometimes I get so lucky :) Enjoy! I am getting so excited for all of my fall shoots! September is always a bit slower because everyone wants Fall or Christmas pictures. I am looking forward to being insanely busy again ;) I only have one session left in October so I am now opening up November!

FALL MINIS

2011-09-08T16:29:00.001-06:00

Announcing my 2011 Fall Mini Sessions!!!!! They will take place Friday September 30th @ Memory Grove. A mini session is a 30 minute children's (up to two children, each additional is $10 per child) session with 10-12 images on CD with print release, for $100. These sessions are not for families, I am sorry, but I will be holding Family mini sessions in November if you are interested for that. Call or email me with the time slot you'd like. There is a $30 booking fee (+tax) to hold your time slot, but it comes out of the overall $100, so $70 (+ tax) is the remainder at the time of your session.

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Time slots fill up fast so call or email me ASAP to get the time slot you'd like, thanks!

Lexi, Logan, and Lainee...... {Utah Children's Photographer}

2011-09-05T18:20:00.000-06:00

These three darlings were easy as pie to shoot! Lexi needed some headshots since she just made a national dance team :) So she brought Lainee and Logan along with her for some cute summer pics! I am so excited for the Fall!!!! New boots have been bought and I am ready for layers of clothing and bold rich color! Hope you all are looking forward to the season of falling leaves :)

Lacy & Tyler's Big Day.....{Utah Wedding Photograher}

2011-08-30T13:09:00.003-06:00

This beautiful wedding was held up at the Canyons Resort in Park City! It was a gorgeous sunny day and the bride and groom were so happy. Their two little girls had a hard time, since all they could think about was going swimming :) Congrats Lacy and Tyler!

2 Cool 4 School..... {Utah Children's Photographer}

2011-08-24T07:50:00.002-06:00

Aren't these little guys so cute! I love the back to school time of year! It means Fall is just around the corner and that excites me :) Nothing better then 60 degree temperatures and a light jacket! Well at least for me there isn't.

Back to School...... {Utah Children's Photographer}

2011-08-19T09:17:00.005-06:00

Have I ever told you that I LOVE the fall? Oh yes, it is my favorite time of the year......maybe it has something to do with being born in the season. These are my two little ones and I can't believe how big they are getting! Kylie just started the 1st Grade, and Ethan will start his second year of preschool at the beginning of September! Yikes, time has really flown by...... Here are some of their back to school pictures! Kylie's hair accessories are from Lilly anna kids (I love all her goodies). I am excited for Fall photo shoots and have some fun stuff planned. There are still spots available for Fall Mini sessions, if you are interested please contact me. Here's to a drop in the temperature and hoodies (everyone love a good hoodie day right?).....

2011 Fall Mini Sessions

2011-08-08T15:51:00.004-06:00

Announcing my 2011 Fall Mini Sessions!!!!! They will take place Friday September 30th @ Memory Grove. A mini session is a 30 minute children's session with 10-12 images on CD with print release, for $100 (plus $10 each additional child). These sessions are not for families, I am sorry, but I will be holding Family mini sessions in November if you are interested for that. Call or email me with the time slot you'd like. There is a $30 booking fee (+tax) to hold your time slot, but it comes out of the overall $100, so $70 (+ tax) is the remainder at the time of your session.

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A Bit Peckish.... {Utah Children's Photographer}

2011-08-08T13:29:00.003-06:00

These are my cute nieces and nephews! Love them all :) I remember when I met my husband Seth was just three, and now he's going to junior high!!!!! Where has the time gone? I don't know, but all the kiddies are still as cute as ever :)

Drop It Modern

2011-08-01T11:46:00.003-06:00

I am a HUGE fan of Drop it Modern! They quality of their backdrops are amazing, and not to mention their modern edge! They have so many more products to offer photogs as well, go check them out.......

Bateman Family {Utah Family Photographer}

2011-07-31T22:19:00.002-06:00

Bright and colorful they just scream summer time :) Little Paizley thought playing in the dirt was way more fun then getting her pictures taken :)

Nielson Family {Utah Family Photographer}

2011-07-26T20:45:00.002-06:00

Okay so these guys are lacking in looks now are they? Seriously these folks were so much fun to shoot and I felt an instant connection with them :) I loved little Olivia and Mitch who were both so good for their ages...... LOVED!

Loveland Family {Utah Family Photographer}

2011-07-26T20:40:00.001-06:00

Summer is moving way too fast for my taste, but I do love the Fall!!!! I am definitely a layering type of girl........ can't wait for hoodies :)

2011 Christmas Cards

2011-07-20T10:28:00.002-06:00

Here is the first batch of my 2011 Christmas Cards!!!! Yay, talk about some Christmas in July :) They come in packs of 25 for $45 (this includes envelopes). The 3x3 are $35 per pack of 25, but they do NOT come with envelopes. If you are interested please email me to place your order. You can order at any time....

2012 Photo Calendars

2011-07-19T08:46:00.003-06:00

This is one of my favorite products! I get one for myself every year, and I make them for my Mom, Grandma, and Mother-in-law as well. It is the perfect gift for anyone on your list! They are 11x17, and come press printed and bound ready to go. If you have any questions feel free to ask or if you'd like to order one for yourself or as a gift just send me an email :)

Ryder is TWO.... {Utah Children's Photographer}

2011-07-17T16:17:00.003-06:00

I saw Ryder in February for some mini sessions, but he was back and is now a little chatter box!!! It is funny how a few months can change a kid :) He was so stinking cute, and was in awww of the tractors. Plus I really, really love his name :)

Gavin {Utah Newborn Photographer}

2011-07-16T09:12:00.004-06:00

He is so precious! He was also the best baby I have every taken pictures of :) He hardly cried and stayed asleep 99% of the time, that equals one happy photographer! Thanks Ambree, I am so happy for you!

Summer Magic {Utah Wedding Photographer}

2011-07-13T21:28:00.002-06:00

Warm, yummy light! They picked the perfect time of night to get married!!! LOVED IT! I have another wedding this Sunday up at the Canyon's Resort in Park City and I am really excited :) Love summer weddings, they're definitely the best!

Beam me up Scotty {Utah Children"s Photographer}

2011-07-07T14:19:00.002-06:00

Little Scotty has grown so much since the last time I saw her :) She has also gained quite the personality too! I love kids and there ability to just be themselves :) I am thinking about debuting some of my Christmas cards for this year! What do you think? A little Christmas in July?!

Maren {Utah Children's Photographer}

2011-07-05T09:33:00.003-06:00

Another little one just celebrated their one year birthday! One year olds make me chase them all over, I definitely get a bit of a work out shooting them :) Little Maren is a cutie, Happy Birthday sweetie!

Simon {Utah Children's Photographer}

2011-06-29T08:05:00.003-06:00

Little Simon here just turned one! He looks just like his older brother too :) One year olds are definitely one of the most difficult kids to get pictures of, but we got there in the end!

Summer Mini Sessions

2011-06-27T14:55:00.002-06:00

Summer mini's have come and gone, and they went great! I only had to chase a few, and got past some tears to get great shots :) The joys of children's photography! Is it weird that they are my favorite to shoot? I love taking kids' pics!

Sassafrass News and Information.......

2011-06-26T16:17:00.002-06:00

I have had several emails the past few weeks about bookings so I thought I would answer everything in one post and save myself some time :)

1). How far out are you booked...... I am typically booked 4 to 6 weeks in advance. I sometimes have an opening sooner, but can't guarantee anyone that I can get them in if you wait to book. As of right now I have only 4 sessions left for July bookings, and 6 remaining for August. As soon as July is full I will open up September.

2.) I have had a few emails in the past few weeks wondering if or when I might do family mini sessions. The reason I don't offer them most of the time is because I don't like to rush family pictures. However, I did mention I would be doing some in November. I don't have any particular date set yet, but I do know how they will be structured...... They are set up as Christmas Family Mini's (so that you can get a few family pictures for Christmas presents and cards). They will be $200 (immediate family only) and will include a 40 minute session with 12 images on CD with print release, and a set of 25 5x7 press printed Christmas cards! This saves you $100 if you want to do it.

3. Fall mini session will take place the first Saturday in October. If I get more interest then six slots I may open up another day.

Samantha, Jake, and Colby {Utah Family Photographer}

2011-06-26T16:14:00.001-06:00

Little Colby was a handful, but so cute :) I love little ones, and I love when families interact and I can capture them just being themselves!

Summer Lovin {Utah Children's Photographer}

2011-06-15T22:25:00.002-06:00

These are my two darlings :) I think my daughter may want to be a model, she sure knows how to work it! I was so thrilled with this photo shoot, and will now be changing all the pictures on my wall. So happy to have so many of them together too!!!! I love when they cooperate and do what I ask, which isn't too often ;) They are definitely my inspiration though!

Brittni & Tristi {Utah Senior Photographer}

2011-06-14T15:31:00.002-06:00

Aren't these two sister adorable? I know they are and they were lots of fun to shoot too! Brittni is our go to babysitter, and the kids love her :) Both girls are super talented too, Brittni just made Dance Company at Hunter High and Tristi made Cheerleader at Hunter Jr. Congrats to you both!

Graduation {Utah Senior Photographer}

2011-06-14T15:26:00.002-06:00

Graduating and on their way to bigger and better things :) Congrats Marissa and Brittney!

Calendar

2011-06-11T14:31:00.003-06:00

Summer Sessions are filling up fast!! July and August are now open for bookings :) Call or email me to schedule. Thanks

Canyon's Here We Come...{Utah Wedding Photographer}

2011-06-07T14:38:00.002-06:00

These guys are getting married in July up at the Canyon's Resort in Park City! I am super excited for their wedding..... but before that we had to do some engagements :) The sky was threatening, but it didn't rain on us and we ended up with some beautiful pictures for their announcements! I love their colors too, dark purple and turquoise :) Purple is my favorite color! Congrats you two!

The Big Day {Utah Wedding Photgrapher}

2011-06-07T14:30:00.003-06:00

Well the big day came and went, and I can say it was a bit too chaotic trying to be party of the wedding and the photographer! Luckily my friend Christin came and second shot and my hubby did some for the ceremony too. I am glad it is over though and that we made it out with some photos ;)

New Products!

2011-06-04T09:15:00.001-06:00

Accordion books make great father's day gifts or a Sassafrass Photo gift certificate :) I also have some new baby boy birth announcements :) So cute from Oh Snap!

Stupid Blog

2011-06-04T08:34:00.002-06:00

My blog is so frustrating some times :( I wanted to upload photos from Jason and Tela's wedding, but it won't allow me to! I am really starting to suck when it comes to blogging. I am much better at keeping up on FACEBOOK because they have bulk uploading :) I have been wanting to upgrade this blog for a long time, and this may be the push I needed to do so.......

2011 Summer Mini Session {Downtown SLC}

2011-05-25T07:14:00.001-06:00

I had one client back out because of a vacation, so I need to fill that middle spot :) Tell your friends, this is the last mini session until October!

Are you ready?!? Summer Mini Sessions are this year in an urban downtown Salt Lake location :) What is a mini session you ask? It is a 30 minute child session with 10-12 images on CD with print release for $100 (up to two children, $20 each additional). They will take place on Saturday June 4th. These are the last mini sessions available until October, so don't wait, spots fill up fast!

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Call me at #801-440-7165 or email me at sassafrassphotography@gmail.com to book your Summer Mini Session!

For the boys... {Utah Family Photographer}

2011-05-21T22:33:00.004-06:00

Is this family not adorable? The top photo is one of my favorite family photos of all time! LOL, Dylan definitely had some personality :) They were so fun and easy going even when I asked them to do things that they felt a little dumb doing. Love family shoots!

Recently.... {Utah Chilren's Photograher}

2011-05-21T07:05:00.002-06:00

Here are two recent sessions I have had. Cute kids and babies on the way! I love my job :)

Engaged! {Utah Wedding Photographer}

2011-05-18T22:17:00.002-06:00

Trying to get caught up on the blog! So excited for this up coming wedding on June 3rd :) Aren't they all just so good looking, how do I get so lucky :)

J & T Groomals {Utah Wedding Photographer}

2011-05-17T08:52:00.004-06:00

I have been neglecting the blog :( I have so many pictures to post of recent shoots! I promise to try to post one a day for the rest of the week. I wish it could get warm and stay warm here in Utah, but the weather hasn't got my memo yet.
This is actually my baby brother and his soon to be bride! They are getting married this Saturday, and I have had a great time being his photographer. Enjoy!

Parry Family {Utah Family Photographer}

2011-05-05T10:47:00.004-06:00

I took these about a week and a half ago and it was freezing :( Today it is supposed to hit 70 in good old northern Utah! I have been waiting for this for so long! Now just to lose some pounds since I don't fit in any of my shorts, oops! Enjoy :)

2011 Summer Mini Session {Downtown SLC}

2011-04-25T15:45:00.010-06:00

Are you ready?!? Summer Mini Sessions are this year in an urban downtown Salt Lake location :) What is a mini session you ask? It is a 30 minute child session with 10-12 images on CD with print release for $100 (up to two children, $20 each additional). They will take place on Saturday June 4th. These are the last mini sessions available until October, so don't wait, spots fill up fast!

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Recently.... {Utah Chilren's Photograher}

2011-04-22T10:18:00.004-06:00

These are all from a few recent shoots I have done. When baby Samuel bit my wash tub I was in LOVE! I also love miss Kylie's GracyLu Originals hat :)

2012 Senior Reps {Utah Senior Photographer}

2011-04-20T11:57:00.002-06:00

This school year is almost finished, and it is time for the new Seniors to step up! I am looking for Senior Reps for next years graduating class!!! What is a Senior Rep might you ask? Well here is the program works......
If you are chosen, you will have a 30 minute session to take some photos for marketing. I will then give you Rep Cards with your pictures on them to hand out at school and spread the word about Sassafrass Photo. What do you get for being so awesome? Well, you get 50% off your Senior Session Fee and a free 8x10 when you order your own prints! That is $70 off! How do you become a Rep? Just email me with a current picture of yourself, where you go to school, some of your hobbies, and tell me a little bit about your personal style! I will be spreading the love and trying to get reps from a lot of different schools in the valley :) Just email me @ sassafrassphotography@gmail.com

Baby Grace {Utah Newborn Photographer}

2011-04-20T08:39:00.003-06:00

Isn't she just precious! Just three days old for her little photo shoot, I always say the sooner the better! Babies can by far be the hardest little people to take pictures of, but always look so precious no matter what!

Easter 2011 {Utah Child Photographer}

2011-04-14T18:00:00.002-06:00

My Mom bought the chicklets some Easter duds, which means she wants photos of all three of her grandbabies taken ;) She did actually accompany me on the shoot, and I think her nerves were shot by the time we were done! I think it made her appreciate what I do a little bit more. Kylie was of course easy, but Ethan and Lily are ridiculous! Ethan is due for his four year old birthday pictures in a few weeks...... I have so many ideas I just hope he cooperates ;) Now I just need to go get some teeth rotting candy for Easter baskets and we are good to go!
I hope to stay on top of blogging in the next week. I had a newborn shoot today, I have mini's on Saturday, and my brother is still deciding when to throw his Groomals on me :) Should be busy, good thing I love what I do!

Perfect Mother's Day Gift!

2011-04-04T13:00:00.006-06:00

3x3 Mini Accordian Books are one of my favorite gifts to give! They are perfect for showing off your photos on your desk or to keep in your purse to show off your cute family and kids! They come in a set of 3 books too! That way you can take care of mom, your mother-in-law, and keep one for yourself too ;)
All the templates I have available are below:

Set of 3 Mini Accordian Books- $60