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LOCATION GUIDE
Locations play a big part in determining how your photos look! They set the color scheme & the feel of your photos. Whether you want a sleek city look, a green expansive field, a mountainside full of flowers, or a desert landscape, we have it all in our beautiful state! I've included a few popular locations below, to give you an idea of what you might like!
NORTHERN UTAH - LOGAN TO FARMINGTON
LOGAN CENTER ST.
- Cute buildings, greenery and flowers at nearby Tabernacle
- Good in all seasons, best time for flowers is May - June, and foliage is good until October.
MANUTA POPPY FIELDS
- Flower fields that bloom around end of May/beginning of June. This location does attract lots of people, and parking is limited. Fees have been implemented on/off throughout the years.
OGDEN BOTANICAL GARDENS
- Beautiful, well maintained garden beds with some fun structures
- Best season is April-October
ANTELOPE ISLAND
- Wide open space, some hills, rocks, beach look, water, and a great sunset view
- Requires an $40 photo pass fee, which covers up to 8 people in one vehicle.
- Best season is August - April, before the biting bugs come out
FORT BUENAVENTURA
- Pond with access to canoes, tall trees, dirt walking paths
- Best April - November
NICHOLS PARK
- Green field, walking path, tall trees, bridges
- Best April - November for greenery/colors in the fall
MANNING ORCHARD
- Small orchard with pink or white blossoms, depending on which trees are currently in bloom
- Typically bloom around April, and then green trees from April-September. Requires a $35/hour fee.
SNOW BASIN
- Mountain views, trees, pine trees, open fields
- This location is snowy Nov-April, green end of May-August, and has fall colors end of Sept to beginning of October.
SALT LAKE VALLEY - BOUNTIFUL TO SANDY
BOUNTIFUL POND
- Trees, open field, little pond, paved pathway
- Best for April-November. Mosquitos are a possibility April-Sept.
TUNNEL SPRINGS PARK
- Rolling hills look, green in the spring/early summer & turns golden in fall/winter, wooden fence, tall reeds, a few trees, view of the valley
- Great for all seasons - I prefer shooting here in the morning with the light behind the hill, but it is also good for sunset.
MUELLER PARK (Bountiful)
- Tall trees, dirt trail and paved path, a bridge, colorful fall leaves
- Best May - October
CREEKSIDE PARK (Bountiful)
- Paved pathway, lots of trees, bridge, small creek, blossoming trees in Spring
- Best April-November
CACTUS & TROPICALS (SLC Location)
- Flowers, greenery, indoor location, $50 location fee
- Great for all seasons, but especially nice in the Winter & Spring when you don't want dead locations
CACTUS & TROPICALS (Draper Location)
- Flowers, greenery, indoor/outdoor location, $50 location fee
- Great for all seasons, but especially nice in the Winter & Spring when you don't want dead locations
DOWNTOWN SLC
- Tons of options for buildings, colorful backgrounds, parks, etc.
- Great for all seasons
-Exchange Place
-Main St.
EMIGRATION CANYON
- Mountain views, wildflowers in summer months, water in background
- Great for Summer & Fall
LITTLE DELL RESERVOIR
- Greenery, sagebrush hillside, yellow flowers in May, reservoir/lake, mountain view
- Great for all seasons, there is free parking at the top, or a $5 fee to park at the bottom. The fee must be paid with exact cash.
GARDEN PARK WARD
- Greenery, old buildings, cute pathway, pond, lots of greenery and plants
- Great for all seasons, but we can only shoot there on Tuesday & Wednesdays from 10am-2pm, or Saturdays from 9am-6pm.
LIBERTY PARK
- Tall trees, open fields, duck pond, greenhouse backdrop, carnival rides, planted flowers
- Great for all seasons
MEMORY GROVE
- Ivy covered walls, cute walkways, bridges, ponds, trees, and structures with columns
- Great for all seasons
MURRAY PARK
- Big trees, flowers, small river, bridges, paved walking paths, and a gazebo
- Best April-October.
NEFF'S CANYON
- Mountain view, lots of trees and green, allows dogs
- Best June - October, and I prefer to shoot here in the morning, but we can make evening work too.
RED BUTTE GARDEN
- Beautiful gardens, tons of trees, plants and flowers, $100 location fee unless you are a U of U student/employee, or having your wedding here.
- Great for Spring, Summer, & Fall
SALTAIR
- Cream building, tall reeds, beach look. If you walk out far enough, you can get some water
- Best August-April, before the biting gnats and mosquitos come out. Must schedule around concerts/events at the building.
SLC LIBRARY
- Library with tons of natural light & open space, cool outdoor areas with bridges, stairs, and some plants
- Great for all seasons. Requires a photo pass + advance scheduling.
SUGAR HOUSE PARK
- Big tall pine trees, lots of open field space, little river, duck pond
- Great for all seasons
TEMPLE SQUARE (Salt Lake - still partially under construction)
- Lot of flowers, cool architectural details, open space for walking/dancing/etc.
- Great for all seasons, but especially nice in Spring & Summer
THIS IS THE PLACE PARK
- Open fields, different vintage houses to shoot with, city view, mountain view, scrub oak, and an orchard.
- Great for all seasons. Photography pass is $75, and must schedule an appt.
THOMAS S. MONSON BUILDING
- Beautiful white building with columns, nice walkways, and a small yard area with roses
- Great for all seasons. It is free but does require scheduling an appt. If you want a specific time to yourself, then you'll have to pay a $100/hour fee.
UTAH STATE CAPITOL
- Beautiful white/gray marble spaces, large staircases, cool architectural elements outside, tree lined walkway (blossoms end of March/beginning of April), fountain/pond in center of buildings, some mountain views
- Great for all seasons - awesome indoor location in the winter
DAYBREAK
- Variety of looks - walking pathways, lakes, tall reeds, dock
- Great for all seasons, but green from April-September
LA CAILLE
- Main building - tuscan looking with lots of plants and greenery surrounding it. There is a small pond with bridges, decorative arches, vineyard, swans, and a greenhouse. Cost is $30/person per hour, and you must reserve a date/time.
LA CAILLE
- The white Chateau has an old school European vibe - grand stair case, columns, ivy covered walls, paver driveway/walkway. Cost is $250 for 2 hours, up to 3 people, and it is $60/additional person beyond 3 people. We can shoot here Mon-Wed during May-Sept, or any day October - April.
WHEELER FARM
- Greenery, flowering trees/plants in spring/summer, old barns, rustic vibes, small pond, mountain views
- Requires a $10 fee for a photo pass, pay online
- Best season is April-October
INTERNATIONAL PEACE GARDENS (Salt Lake)
- Greenery, flowering trees/plants, structures that have significance to certain countries, columns, and river walkway nearby.
- Best season is April-October.
CONSERVATION GARDEN PARK (West Jordan)
- Greenery, flowers, trees, paved pathways
- Best season is April-October, and requires a $10 fee + advance registration of session.
UTAH VALLEY - LEHI TO SPRINGVILLE
THANKSGIVING POINT
- Beautiful, lush gardens with lots of greenery and flowers. Many different types of structures - pergolas, archways, fountains, etc
- Requires a photo permit
- Best season is April-October
TIBBLE FORK (American Fork Canyon)
- Mountain views, blue/green lake with beach, rocky pathway, pine trees, and open field.
- Great for all Seasons. Requires a $10 canyon fee.
UTAH LAKE
- Various access points, view of the lake, mountain view, tall reeds
- Good year round. Certain spots require an entrance fee.
UVU MUSEUM OF ART
- A beautiful museum with a grand indoor stair case, art/paintings, chandelier, gives a vintage/romantic feel. The grounds have archways, ivy, checked patio, and stairs
- Good year round, but outdoors looks best April-October. Requires a $200 fee + advance scheduling, only allowed to shoot in certain rooms. No flash is allowed inside, so dark days are not great for this location.
SPRINGVILLE MUSEUM OF ART
- A beautiful museum with lots of art. Notable for it's Spanish architecture, with fun archways all around the building, a small patio area that has greenery,
- Good year round, but outdoors looks best April-October. Requires a $40 fee, unless you have a wedding booked here, then it is free.
WADLEY FARMS
- A beautiful venue with tons of greenery and flowers. There is a castle building to shoot with, vineyard, and tons of fun vignettes with door, turrets, etc.
- Good year round, but outdoors looks best April-October. Requires a $100/hour fee, unless you have a wedding booked here, then it is free.
AMERICAN FORK AMPHITHEATER
- Big stairs, grassy area, trees, lilacs during April/May
- Good year round, but looks best April-November
MOUNTAIN LOCATIONS ALONG WASATCH FRONT
SNOW BASIN (Ogden Area)
- Mountain views, trees, pine trees, open fields, yellow flowers end of May
- This location is snowy Nov-April, green end of May-August, and has fall colors end of Sept
ALBION BASIN (Little Cottonwood Canyon)
- Mountain views, pine trees, and wildflowers bloom Mid-July
- Requires an entrance fee per vehicle, and there is limited parking at the top near the flower hill. This location is super popular and very crowded during the wildflowers, so be prepared to show up early!
- Mid July -beginning of August for wildflowers, open through mid-September
GUARDSMAN'S PASS (Accessible through Park City or Big Cottonwood Canyon)
- Mountain views, aspens, sage brush, and open field
- Best season is June-August for greenery, and end of Sept for fall colors
PARK CITY ASPENS
- Aspens, sage brush field, with wildflowers end of June to mid-July. Allows dogs.
- Best season is June-August for greenery, and end of Sept for fall colors.
JORDAN PINES (Big Cottonwood Canyon)
- Mountain views, pine trees, sage brush, and open field
- Best season is June-September for greenery, Sept-beginning of October for fall colors, and Dec-April for snow. Requires a $10 canyon parking fee.
PARK CITY WHITE BARN
- Big white barn, open field, some mountain views
- Best season is June-October
ROCKY RIDGE (Big Cottonwood Canyon)
- Expansive mountain views, reddish colored rocks, pine tree backdrop. Requires climbing, not recommended for kids.
- Best season is April-October, and requires a $10 canyon parking fee.
SILVER LAKE (Big Cottonwood Canyon)
- Mountain views, boardwalk around a small lake, boulders to climb on
- Best June-October. Requires a $10 canyon parking fee. Not accessible in winter due to cross country skiing path
TIBBLE FORK (American Fork Canyon)
- Mountain views, blue/green lake with beach, rocky pathway, pine trees, field, and wooden fence
- Great for all Seasons. Requires a $10 canyon fee.
DESTINATION LOCATIONS - EXTRA TRAVEL FEES WILL APPLY
BONNEVILLE SALT FLATS
- Wide open expanse of white salt, some mountain views in the background
- Great location any time of year. When there has been recent rainfall, the flats will be flooded
LITTLE SAHARA SAND DUNES
- Miles of sand, a few trees and sage brush bushes
- Requires an entrance fee per vehicle
- Best season is March-October.
MOAB - ARCHES OR DEAD HORSE POINT
- Red rocks, arches, cliffs, and overlooks with spectacular views.
- Both spots require an entrance fee
- Best season for great weather + mild temperatures is Mar - May & Sept - Nov. It will be very hot in the summer, and cold/snowy in the winter.
ST. GEORGE / SNOW CANYON
- Classic red rock look of Southern Utah
- Requires a shooting permit + entrance fee per vehicle
- Great for all seasons
ZION NATIONAL PARK
- Classic red rock look of Southern Utah
- Requires an entrance fee per vehicle
- Great for all seasons
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