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Wedding photographer based in Southern Utah and Zion National Park, serving clients worldwide. For those who love candid, authentic moments. Focusing on weddings, engagements, and family photos.

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      • {NP Films}
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        • Forevermore Events
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  • Tips & Learning
    • Zion Proposal Photographer
    • 10 Posing tips for Engagement Photos
    • How to Elope in Zion National Park
    • 10 Tips for Engagement Photo Fashion
    • Preparing for Your Engagement Photos
    • Hiring an Elopement Photographer
    • 10 Steps to Finding the Best Utah Wedding Photographer
    • Fitzgerald Marine Reserve Engagement Location
    • Planning a Destination Wedding
    • Guide To Purchasing a New Camera
    • Buying a Travel Camera
    • Making the most of your iPhone for Photos
    • Landscape Photography Tips from a Pro
    • Travel tips & Tricks Part One
    • Planning a Destination Wedding in Italy
    • St Lucia Wedding Photographer
  • Home
  • Contact
  • Info
    • About
    • Finding The Right Photographer
    • Zion Wedding Photographer
    • Venues
      • How to Get Married at the Salt Lake Temple
      • Zion-Cliffrose
      • Zion Wedding Venue – Lazalu
      • Bryce Canyon Wedding
      • The Ledges
      • Entrada Golf Course
      • White Space Studio St George
      • Amangiri Resort Wedding
      • Bloomington Country Club Wedding
      • Garden Park Ward
      • Red Rock Country Club
      • Springs Preserve Wedding
      • Spring Mountain Ranch
      • Empire Lodge
      • The White Barn in Park City Utah
      • Finest Playa Mujeres Wedding
      • Blue Sky Ranch
      • Colony 29 Palm Springs Wedding
      • Ojai Valley Inn
      • The Casino San Clemente
      • Middleton Place Charleston Wedding Venue
      • Lowndes Grove
      • Legare Waring House Charleston Wedding Venue
      • Tower Butte Lake Powell Wedding
      • Lingholm Estate Wedding
    • Preparing for Your Engagement Photos
    • Planning a Destination Wedding
    • Hindu Wedding Photographer {Indian Weddings}
    • Sikh Wedding Photographer {Indian Weddings}
    • Planning Your Zion National Park Wedding
      • Southern Utah Wedding Officiant
    • Buying a Travel Camera
    • Suggested Vendors
      • {NP Films}
      • Wedding Planners
        • Forevermore Events
        • Michelle Leo Events
        • Amorology
        • Destination Wedding Planners {When Pigs Fly Events}
      • Southern Utah Wedding Florist
  • Tips & Learning
    • Zion Proposal Photographer
    • 10 Posing tips for Engagement Photos
    • How to Elope in Zion National Park
    • 10 Tips for Engagement Photo Fashion
    • Preparing for Your Engagement Photos
    • Hiring an Elopement Photographer
    • 10 Steps to Finding the Best Utah Wedding Photographer
    • Fitzgerald Marine Reserve Engagement Location
    • Planning a Destination Wedding
    • Guide To Purchasing a New Camera
    • Buying a Travel Camera
    • Making the most of your iPhone for Photos
    • Landscape Photography Tips from a Pro
    • Travel tips & Tricks Part One
    • Planning a Destination Wedding in Italy
    • St Lucia Wedding Photographer

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    Top 5 Most Breathtaking Zion Elopement Locations (That Aren’t Overcrowded) Dreaming of a Zion elopement that feels sacred, intimate, and wildly beautiful—without the tourist crowds? You’re in the right place. As a destination wedding photographer based in Southern Utah, I’ve spent years uncovering the most jaw-dropping views and quiet hideaways in and around Zion National Park. Whether you’re planning a sunrise ceremony or a private golden hour vow exchange, these five elopement spots offer stunning scenery and a sense of space—so your day feels like it truly belongs to you.  1. Kolob Terrace Road  2. Zion Canyon Overlook (at Sunrise)…

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    How to Plan a Destination Wedding in Zion: A Step-by-Step Timeline for Stress-Free Southern Utah I Do’s Planning a destination wedding in one of the most stunning landscapes on Earth—Zion National Park and Southern Utah—can be an unforgettable experience. But without the right plan, the desert magic can turn into logistical mayhem. Here’s your step-by-step guide and timeline to make planning smooth, legal, and fun—while capturing the breathtaking scenery you’re dreaming of. 12+ Months Out: Dream Big & Lock In Your Vision Choose Your General LocationZion National Park? Snow Canyon? Coral Pink Sand Dunes? Southern Utah has diverse backdrops—decide what…

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    Best Zion Wedding Venues for Your Destination Celebration Planning a wedding near Zion National Park means choosing one of the most breathtaking backdrops on Earth. From towering red cliffs to wide-open desert skies, the Zion area offers a variety of unique venues — from luxury resorts to secluded overlooks — perfect for elopements, intimate gatherings, or full-scale destination weddings. Whether you’re envisioning a modern venue with full amenities or a wild, adventurous ceremony spot off the beaten path, this guide to the best Zion wedding venues will help you find the perfect setting to say “I do” in Southern Utah.…

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