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      • Blue Sky Ranch
      • Empire Lodge, Deer Valley Wedding
      • SLC Garden Park Ward Photography
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      • Amangiri Wedding Photographer | Luxury Utah Resort Wedding
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      • Entrada Golf Course Wedding
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      • Lingholm Estate Wedding
      • St Lucia Wedding Photographer
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    • Middleton Place Charleston Wedding Venue
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    • Springs Preserve in Las Vegas Wedding
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      • Amorology {San Diego Wedding Planners}
      • Destination Wedding Planners {When Pigs Fly Events}
      • Michelle Leo Events
      • Southern Utah Wedding Florist
      • Southern Utah Wedding Officiant
      • Southern Utah Wedding Planners
      • Southern Utah Wedding Planners {Forevermore Events}
  • Tips
    • 10 Posing tips for Engagement Photos
    • 10 Steps to Finding the Best Utah Wedding Photographer
    • 10 Tips for Engagement Photo Fashion
    • Landscape Photography Tips from a Pro
    • Making the most of your iPhone for Photos
    • Travel tips & Tricks Part One
  • How-To’s
    • Finding The Right Photographer
    • Hiring an Elopement Photographer
    • Hiring a Wedding Videographer {NP Films}
    • Preparing for Your Engagement Photos
    • Guide To Purchasing a New Camera
    • How to Get Married at the Salt Lake Temple
    • Zion Proposal Photographer
    • Guide To Purchasing a New Camera
    • Buying a Travel Camera
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    • How to Elope in Zion National Park
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    • Planning a Destination Wedding in Italy
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  • Bride and groom standing on a canyon overlook during sunset elopement photos at Cedar Breaks National Monument
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    Cedar Breaks Elopement Photos in Southern Utah

    August 5, 2026

    Cedar Breaks National Monument is one of the most spectacular and overlooked places for elopement photos in Southern Utah. Its enormous red-rock amphitheater, distant mountain layers, high-elevation light, and surrounding aspen forests create an incredible variety of scenery within a relatively small area. Couples often begin their search looking at an elopement in Bryce Canyon, Zion National Park, or even Moab. Those are all beautiful destinations, but Cedar Breaks deserves serious consideration too. It offers the colorful formations people love about Bryce, the towering landscape associated with Zion, and the adventurous feeling of Utah’s larger desert destinations, while still having…

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    Carlee and Dylan’s Cougar Cliffs Engagement Session Near Snow Canyon

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    St. George Wedding Photographer Guide: Best Places, Venues, Temple Photos, and Local Advice

    June 24, 2026

    Planning a wedding in St. George, Utah gives you something most wedding locations cannot offer: red rock cliffs, clean desert light, warm weather, luxury venues, LDS temple history, and easy access to Zion, Snow Canyon, and some of the most beautiful landscapes in Southern Utah. As a St. George wedding photographer, I have photographed weddings, sealings, engagements, bridals, and destination celebrations throughout Southern Utah for many years. I have watched St. George grow from a quieter wedding destination into one of the most popular places in Utah for couples who want beautiful scenery without the stress of a huge city…

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    Open Sky Zion Proposal Session

    March 23, 2026

    Shane and Gayane’s Proposal at Open Sky Zion + Sunset Engagement Photos With Epic Zion Views Shane planned an incredible proposal for Gayane at Open Sky Zion, and it could not have come together more beautifully. He proposed at the resort first, and after that we headed out for engagement photos with some of the most epic Zion views in Southern Utah. This was such a fun session to photograph because it had everything. The emotion of the proposal, the private resort setting, golden light, dramatic desert rock, and a sunset sky that went absolutely crazy with color. It felt…

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    Carlee and Dylan’s Cougar Cliffs Engagement Session Near Snow Canyon

    March 2, 2026

    Carlee and Dylan’s engagement session at Cougar Cliffs was such a good one. This area near Snow Canyon has everything couples love about Southern Utah, with red rock cliffs, open desert views, warm light, and a quiet setting that makes it easy to relax and enjoy the session. If you are looking for engagement photos in St. George or Southern Utah, Cougar Cliffs is an incredible location to consider. It gives you that iconic red rock desert look that so many couples want, while still feeling a little more relaxed than some of the most crowded spots nearby. A Beautiful…

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    Observation Point Proposal in Zion National Park

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    Montage Deer Valley Wedding Venue | Park City, Utah

    August 27, 2025

    Montage Deer Valley Wedding Venue | Park City, Utah Perched high in the mountains of Park City, Utah, Montage Deer Valley is one of the most stunning wedding venues in the country. With its alpine backdrop, luxurious amenities, and world-class service, it offers the perfect setting for a mountain wedding that feels both intimate and grand. From breathtaking ceremony views to a beautifully tented reception on the event lawn, every detail of a Montage Deer Valley wedding highlights the elegance and versatility of this resort. And while summer weddings are especially popular, this venue is spectacular year-round—from snow-covered winters to vibrant fall…

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    Pippin Hill Wedding in Charlottesville | Caroline and Dan

    November 4, 2024

    Caroline and Dan celebrated their wedding at Pippin Hill Farm and Vineyards, surrounded by rolling vineyards and views of Virginia’s Blue Ridge Mountains. The cool air and changing landscape gave the day the first real feeling of fall. It was an incredible setting for a wedding that felt emotional, relaxed, and full of personality. Donovan Groves Events planned the entire celebration, bringing together the ceremony, florals, reception design, live music, and all the small details that made the day feel personal to Caroline and Dan. Getting Ready at Pippin Hill The day began with Caroline and Dan getting ready separately…

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    Zion Overlook Bridal Photos | Rylie and Adam

    August 27, 2024

    Rylie and Adam chose the mountains above Zion National Park for their summer bridal photos. From the overlook, layers of red cliffs and green plateaus stretched toward the park in the distance. The higher elevation gave us expansive views that felt completely different from being inside Zion Canyon. Rylie wore a flowing white wedding dress, while Adam chose a classic black suit. The simplicity of their attire worked beautifully against the dramatic Southern Utah landscape. A First Look Above Zion We began the session with a first look. Adam waited near the overlook while Rylie approached from behind. When he…

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    Cedar Breaks Engagement Photos | Alexa and Tanner

    August 11, 2024

    Alexa and Tanner chose Cedar Breaks National Monument for their summer engagement photos, surrounded by colorful cliffs, mountain meadows, forests, and expansive views across Southern Utah. The afternoon was cool and partly cloudy, which felt like a welcome change from the summer heat at lower elevations. Soft light moved across the landscape as clouds passed overhead, bringing out the greens, oranges, reds, and purples found throughout Cedar Breaks. Alexa and Tanner were relaxed and playful from the beginning, making it easy to create photographs that felt natural and personal. Engagement Photos at Cedar Breaks National Monument Cedar Breaks offers a…

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    Water Works Philadelphia Wedding | Anna and Arthur

    August 5, 2024

    Anna and Arthur celebrated their Philadelphia wedding with a Catholic ceremony at the Cathedral Basilica of Saints Peter and Paul, followed by a reception at Water Works along the Schuylkill River. Heavy rain continued throughout much of the day, but it never diminished the celebration. The cathedral gave the ceremony a grand and timeless atmosphere, while Water Works provided a warm setting for dinner, speeches, and dancing beside one of Philadelphia’s most recognizable views. A Cathedral Basilica Wedding Ceremony Anna and Arthur exchanged vows inside the Cathedral Basilica of Saints Peter and Paul in Center City Philadelphia. The cathedral’s soaring…

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    The Ledges St George Wedding {Kady+Preston}

    February 16, 2023

    Kady and Preston exchanged their vows on a sunny day at The Ledges Golf Course in St George, UT. The beautiful scenery of Snow Canyon State Park in the background provided a breathtaking backdrop for their special day. The couple, known for their great sense of humor and love of fun, made the most of every moment. The ceremony was held overlooking the stunning Snow Canyon State Park, and the couple’s love for each other was palpable. The guests were treated to an emotional and touching ceremony, filled with laughter and happy tears. The Ledges Golf Course was the perfect…

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    Wedding Proposal in Utah {Garrett+Marissa}

    September 15, 2019

    Angels Landing Wedding Proposal There are no shortage of incredible view points in Zion National Park. Angels Landing is a popular spot among Zion proposal locations. As popular as Angels Landing is, it can also be a strenuous hike. The payoff is amazing to be sure, but deepening on the time of year, there are other spots in the park that can be more safe and less of a crowded. Garrett proposed to Marissa atop the cliffs of the Zion Overlook Trail. Its about a mile hike, and not strenuous. Garrett had his proposal to Marissa planned down to the…

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    Zion Nature Center Wedding {Cheska+Adam}

    February 15, 2019

    Zion Nature Center Wedding Cheska and Adam traveled with their friends and family from all over the world to be married in Zion National Park. These two are the sweetest couple and were so fun to work with! They were married at The Nature Center in Zion. It is one of the prettiest spots in the park for a wedding. Its perfect with its beautiful lawn and stunning views of the park. Southern Utah with all of its national and state parks has become a draw for couples from all over. There is a sense of awe and wonder to…

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