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Nick and Eva Sweet Water Hollow Salmon Idaho Idaho Wedding

OCT

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2025

Nick and Eva Sweet Water Hollow Salmon ...

A Fall Evening to Remember: Nick and Eva’s Sweet Water Hollow Celebration There’s just something about fall weddings, the colors, the ...

OCT

20

2025

Bradley and Sage Idaho Engagement ...

Bradley & Sage’s Engagement Session Salmon, Idaho There’s something so heartwarming about hearing from a bride within days of her ...

OCT

20

2025

Johnson Family Challis Idaho Family ...

Golden Leaves and Family Memories: The Johnson Family in Challis, Idaho I took the most beautiful drive to Challis, Idaho recently, about an ...

OCT

17

2025

Stone Family, Salmon Idaho Fall Family ...

11 Years of Laughter, Love, and Photos — The Stone Family Tradition Another Year with the Stone FamilySome traditions are worth holding onto and ...

OCT

16

2025

Kauer Family, Idaho Family Photographer

Salmon Idaho Family Photos - Kauer Family One thing the Kauer family shares, without question, is love.It’s the kind of love that fills ...

OCT

14

2025

Trusnovec Fall Photos, Idaho Family ...

I had the absolute joy of photographing the Trusnovec family twice this year, and each session was a blast! Cole and Abby’s two energetic boys, ...

OCT

14

2025

Taylor Family Family Photos in Salmon ...

Yearly Fall Moments with the Taylor Family I always love when I get to spend time with the Taylor family especially when I get to photograph ...

OCT

14

2025

Alex and Lindsey Salmon Idaho ...

Alex & Lindsey’s Engagement Session Salmon, Idaho Wedding Photographer Meet Alex and Lindsey, two of the sweetest people you’ll ever ...

OCT

13

2025

Smith Fall Family Photos Salmon Idaho

Smith Family Fall Session I got to see the Smith family again, and it made my day! Payson and Sadee are so kind, and it was so good to ...

OCT

09

2025

Nate and Joe'l, Lake Como, Montana ...

Lake Como Montana Elopement Magic: Nate + Joe’l’s Rainy Day “I Do” in the Mountains “Let’s go to Montana and get ...

OCT

07

2025

Hailey Salmon High School Senior

Books & Mountains - Hailey’s Salmon Idaho Senior Session Meet HaileyHailey is a 2025 Salmon High School senior, and I had so much fun ...

OCT

07

2025

Bruce Family Photos Salmon Idaho

The Bruce Family, Salmon, Idaho Family Session Every year, I get the joy of seeing familiar faces through my lens, and this year, it was the ...

OCT

07

2025

Salmon Idaho Hicks Family Photos ...

I had such a great time with the Hicks Family during their early fall session at Discovery Hill. The sunshine was abundant, the leaves were just ...

OCT

06

2025

Cannon Wedding Younger Cove

Curtis and Cannon Get Married at Younger Cove There’s something about a September wedding in Idaho that just feels right. The air still ...

OCT

03

2025

Meadow Lake Engagement Idaho ...

Amber & Gavin’s Meadow Lake Engagement Session One of my favorite parts of being an Idaho engagement photographer is that no two sessions are ...

OCT

02

2025

Wild Horse Creek Ranch Wedding Mackay, ...

Jacob & Sam’s Wild Horse Creek Ranch Celebration in Mackay, Idaho A Wild Horse Creek Ranch Wedding in Mackay, IdahoMackay, Idaho is one of those ...

SEP

24

2025

Porter and RaeAnn Salmon Idaho ...

RaeAnne + Porter’s Engagement Adventure in Salmon, Idaho Meet Porter and RaeAnne! These two are getting married right here in Salmon, Idaho at ...

SEP

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2025

Jeremy and Marcella Idaho Engagement ...

From Iowa Hills to Idaho Mountains: Jeremy and Marcela Engagement As an Idaho photographer, I get to meet so many incredible people who roll ...

SEP

12

2025

Makai and Karissa Salmon Idaho Wedding

Makai & Karissa’s Wedding at Younger Cove Makai and Karissa’s wedding day was nothing short of incredible. If you had told me years ago, ...

SEP

09

2025

Salmon Idaho Mommy and Me Photos Jessie

There is something so special about traditions, and one of my favorite traditions each year is photographing Jessie and her children. What started as ...

SEP

05

2025

Decker Harli Salmon Idaho Wedding ...

Decker & Harli’s Heartfelt Salmon, Idaho Wedding at the Phillips Property Decker and Harli are married!Their day was nothing short of magical, ...

SEP

04

2025

Idaho Missoula Senior Photographer ...

One of my favorite parts about being an Idaho Senior Photographer is getting to meet such amazing young people who are stepping into their futures ...

SEP

03

2025

Hilario and Jazmine Idaho Western Baby ...

A Western Twist: Jazmine & Hilario’s Maternity Announcement in Salmon, Idaho Oh baby, you are so loved.Hilario and Jazmine are expecting a baby, ...

AUG

29

2025

Salmon Idaho Photographer Lindsay and ...

Uninterrupted Family Moments: Lindsay and Her Boys in Salmon, Idaho I had such a wonderful time photographing Lindsay and her three amazing boys ...

AUG

22

2025

Jackson Family Salmon Idaho ...

The Jackson Family Session: Capturing Life Together in Salmon, Idaho It had been far too long since I had the Jackson family in front of my ...

AUG

12

2025

Salmon Idaho Softball Senior Photos ...

Senior Photos with Abby – A Softball-Loving 2026 Senior in Salmon, Idaho As a Salmon Idaho senior photographer, I love getting to work with ...

AUG

06

2025

Mackay Idaho Wedding Scott and Shasta

Scott & Shasta's Backyard Mackay Wedding: A Million-Dollar View, a Surprise Guest, and Endless White Claws Mackay, Idaho is one of those places ...

AUG

05

2025

Tyler and Justine Szymanski Salmon ...

Floral Magic & Faithful Love: Justine and Tyler’s Wedding at Faith Bible Chapel These two love one another.It’s something you can feel the ...

AUG

01

2025

Robins Family Salmon Idaho Family ...

Family, Sunshine, and Salmon Mornings – The Robins Family Session I get to meet some of the sweetest people through my photography, families who ...

JUL

22

2025

Idaho Wedding Budget Guide

How to Budget for Your Idaho Wedding: Real Numbers & Simple Guidance By an Idaho Wedding Photographer Who's Seen It AllPlanning your Idaho ...

JUL

17

2025

Penner Family Salmon Idaho

It was such a joy to reconnect with the Penner family this summer. Emery and Beth were back in Salmon for a visit, and I was thrilled when they ...

JUL

17

2025

Salmon Idaho Family Photographer ...

I Do to Dirt and Giggles: The Plummer Family in the Mountains As a Salmon Idaho family photographer, few things fill my heart more than getting ...

JUL

15

2025

Koerner Family Salmon ID Extended ...

When Everyone's Home: A Koerner Family Summer Session There’s something incredibly special about photographing families I’ve known ...

JUL

10

2025

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The Ford Family’s Summer Session: Familiar Faces & Golden Light Every year or so, the Ford family carves out a little time to update their ...

JUL

08

2025

Lane Family Summer Session Salmon Idaho

Summer Magic with the Lane Family, A Sunset Session on Their Idaho Property Every time I get to photograph the Lane family, it feels like ...

JUL

07

2025

Tendoy Idaho Family Photographer Stahl

The Stahl Family - A Beautifully Wild Family Session in Tendoy, Idaho I got to meet the Stahl family recently, and wow, it was such a fun and ...

JUL

02

2025

Blake Intimate Salmon River Wedding

An Intimate Salmon River Wedding with Their Baby, Dog, and a Whole Lot of Love There is something deeply moving about tiny weddings. I’m ...

JUN

29

2025

Lundeen Family Session Idaho Cliffs

The Lundeens at the CliffsAnother year, another session with the Lundeens and like always, it was filled with adventure, laughter, and the kind of ...

JUN

25

2025

Daniel Logan Williams Lake Idaho ...

Daniel & Logan’s Intimate Celebration at Williams Lake One of the best parts of being a photographer in Salmon, Idaho is the people I get to ...

JUN

24

2025

Idaho Senior Photographer, Mountain ...

Epic Idaho Senior Photography: Rylei’s Mountain + River Session Senior Bucket List Goals: Scenic Senior Photos in Salmon, IdahoWhen you’re ...

JUN

23

2025

Bakers Big Smile, Salmon Idaho ...

Bridger, Megan & Baby Baker – A Family Session to RememberThere’s something incredibly special about documenting a young ...

JUN

22

2025

Book a Salmon Idaho Wedding ...

Top 5 Reasons to Book a Wedding Photographer in Salmon, Idaho Why Booking a Local Wedding Photographer in Salmon, Idaho MattersWhen couples ...

JUN

19

2025

Sweet Water Hollow Wedding Salmon Idaho ...

Tacos, Dr. Pepper, and Vows: Chance & Stephanie Say I Do in Salmon, Idaho, Sweet Water Hollow Wedding Chance & Stephanie's Wedding at Sweet ...

JUN

12

2025

Trusnovec Family, Challis Idaho ...

The Trusnovec Boys Brought the Energy—and the Laughs There’s something truly special about photographing families with young ...

JUN

08

2025

Idaho Documentary Wedding Photographer

Why You Probably Don’t Want a True Documentary Wedding Photographer Let’s clear something up right out of the gate: You’re searching ...

JUN

05

2025

Kaminski Wedding, Sweet Water Hollow

A Backyard Wedding Full of Love Bobby and Brittany Kaminski. It has a beautiful ring to it, doesn’t it?Their wedding day at Sweet Water ...

MAY

27

2025

Idaho Maternity Photographer Willow ...

Glowing Goodbye: A Maternity Session Filled with Love and Light A Bittersweet Goodbye and a Beautiful Beginning: Chloe’s Maternity ...

MAY

26

2025

Western Idaho Senior Session Reata

Reata's Western Senior Session: Horses, Hats, and Heart Meet Reata: A Western Senior Session to RememberReata is a 2026 senior at Leadore High ...

MAY

25

2025

National American Miss Idaho Finalist ...

Aspen Smith is making waves as a state finalist in the National American Miss (NAM) pageant, and I recently had the privilege of photographing her ...

MAY

15

2025

Golden Hour Series: Because Summer ...

Summer Sunset Sessions in Salmon - Because summer light doesn't last forever—but your memories can. Golden Hour Series: Because Summer Light ...

MAY

07

2025

Roland Salmon High School Senior

Roland - Idaho Senior Senior Sessions Along the Salmon River — Featuring Roland from Salmon High SchoolSenior year is such a big ...

APR

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2025

Kai and Karissa Salmon ID Engagement ...

Kai and Karissa are getting married!After some thoughtful conversations and weighing their options, these two decided that this is the year ...

APR

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2025

Looking for an Idaho Wedding ...

More Than Just the Click: What Your Idaho Wedding Photographer Really Does Behind the Scenes When people think of a wedding photographer, they ...

APR

21

2025

Derek and Katrina Salmon Idaho ...

A Windy, Beautiful Moment: Celebrating Katrina & Derek’s Maternity Session It’s a baby year! So many beautiful moms-to-be are preparing to ...

APR

18

2025

Ethan & Paige Idaho Maternity Session

I Do to We’re Expecting — Ethan and Paige’s Next Chapter There are few things in this world that fill my heart the way witnessing love unfold ...

APR

17

2025

Decker & Harli Idaho Spring Engagement ...

Decker & Harli – A Dreamy Engagement in the Salmon-Challis National Forest As a Salmon Idaho photographer, I’m always keeping mental notes ...

APR

17

2025

Smith Family Spring Family Photos

Meet the Smith Family – Smiles, Chaos, and One Cute Little Cowboy I love meeting new families, and the Smiths were such a joy to work with. ...

APR

15

2025

Durbrow Family - Salmon Idaho

Springtime Family Photos with the Durbrow Family The Durbrow Family – Capturing the Heart of What Matters MostThere are families that stay ...

APR

11

2025

Russ & Shanna - Challis Idaho Wedding

Russ and Shanna got married Russ and Shanna Got MarriedOver the years, I’ve photographed more than a hundred weddings—some with over ...

APR

11

2025

Hershberger Family - Salmon, Idaho ...

Spring Family Time with the Hershberger Family It had been a few years since the Hershberger family stood in front of my camera, and it was such ...

APR

08

2025

Idaho State University Graduation - ...

Maddie is Graduating from ISU Celebrating Maddie’s Graduation from Idaho State UniversityMaddie is officially a college graduate! ...

MAR

28

2025

How to Feel Confident in Front of the ...

5 Tips for Feeling Confident in Front of the Camera for Senior Photos Senior year is a milestone worth celebrating, and your senior photos ...

MAR

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2025

Spring Idaho Engagement

Tyler and Justine to Wed Tyler & Justine’s Engagement Session | Salmon, IdahoSpringtime in Idaho may not be the first season that ...

MAR

12

2025

Highlander Beer Engagement

Ale You Need is Love, a Highlander Beer Engagement Session Nathan and Brie are getting married! In preparation for their Montana wedding this ...

MAR

11

2025

Cornerstone Gifts Visit Salmon Idaho

The Lifestyle: Cornerstone Gifts and Antiques Nestled in the heart of Main Street in Salmon, Idaho, The Cornerstone Gifts & Antiques is more ...

MAR

04

2025

The Dunns Las Vegas Elopement

Lucky in Love: The Dunns’ Vegas Elopement Viva Las Vegas! The Dunns’ Epic Elopement AdventureJonathan and Tristyn finally made it ...

FEB

19

2025

Senior Graduation Announcement Ideas & ...

Senior Graduation Announcement Ideas & Etiquette: Everything You Need to Know Senior Graduation Announcements: A Sweet PassageSenior Graduation ...

FEB

18

2025

How to Elevate Your Brand & Your ...

The power of first impressions — how your brand visuals set the tone How to Elevate Your Brand & Your Business with Professional ImageryYour ...

FEB

12

2025

15 Raw & Unscripted Wedding Photos You ...

15 Raw & Unscripted Wedding Photos You Won’t Want to Miss As a seasoned Idaho wedding photographer, I’ve captured countless wedding days, ...

FEB

05

2025

Williams Lake Winter Wedding Salmon ID

Charles and Kasia Get Married as Williams Lake in Salmon Charles & Kasia’s Magical Winter Elopement in Salmon, IdahoCharles and Kasia ...

JAN

14

2025

Essential Wedding Timeline Tips

Wedding Day Schedule Tips: Avoid Stress & Keep Your Big Day Running Smoothly Wedding Timelines – The GPS to Your Big Day💍 Think of your ...

JAN

02

2025

Real 2024 Weddings That Inspire Us for ...

Real 2024 Weddings That Inspire Us for 2025 As my 2024 wedding season wraps up, I know many 2025 couples are already diving into their wedding ...

DEC

30

2024

Poyer Wedding, Winter Wedding at ...

Kevin and Heather get married on Williams Lake Kevin and Heather had the sweetest winter wedding right on Williams Lake, nestled in the heart of ...

DEC

23

2024

Morgan Family, May Idaho

Morgan Family Adds Twins I had the pleasure of traveling to the charming town of May, Idaho, to meet the Morgan family for a heartwarming ...

DEC

19

2024

Riggan Family Photos, Salmon Idaho

Riggan Family, Idaho Family Photos It was such a joy to make my way back to the Riggan property for their family photos this year. This special ...

DEC

06

2024

Petersen Family Session, Salmon IDaho

Petersen Family Holidays have a magical way of bringing families together, making them the perfect time to capture special moments with a family ...

DEC

05

2024

Hiebert Family - Challis, Idaho

Hiebert Fall Family Photos An Unforgettable Extended Family Session in Challis, IdahoWorking as an Idaho Family Photographer means I often get ...

DEC

04

2024

Miller Family, Salmon Idaho Fall Family ...

I recently had the pleasure of photographing the Miller family, and it was such a wonderful experience. Jessica, a Salmon native, made time for ...

NOV

27

2024

Jacobs Family, Salmon Idaho ...

Jacobs Family Capturing the Jacobs Family: An Idaho Family Photographer’s PerspectiveI had the pleasure of seeing the Jacobs Family again ...

NOV

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2024

The Ultimate Wedding Binder: Your Guide ...

The Ultimate Wedding Binder: Your Guide to Stress-Free Wedding Planning Planning a wedding is one of the most exciting—and sometimes ...

NOV

15

2024

Kroul Family, Carmen Idaho Family ...

Kroul Family Photos right at home Embracing Family, Horses, and the Beauty of IdahoAs an Idaho Family Photographer, I get the privilege of ...

NOV

11

2024

Howick Family, Idaho Family Photos

Howick Family There’s something so special about reconnecting with the Howick family each fall. Ed and Kayla got married during this ...

NOV

08

2024

Provence Wedding, Victor Montana ...

Trason and Hailey say I Do at Homestead on McVey Capturing Trason and Hailey’s Stunning Celebration at The Homestead on McVey in Victor, ...

NOV

08

2024

Kauffman Family, Fall Family Photos in ...

Meeting the Kauffman family was such a joy!They made the journey from Challis to work with me as their Idaho family photographer, and we ended up in ...

NOV

07

2024

Alvarado Family, Williams Creek Family ...

Golden Moments with the Alvarado Family Golden Moments with the Alvarado Family: A Perfect Fall Family SessionPhotographing families with young ...

OCT

23

2024

Michael & Jaycee Lane, Salmon ID

Hello Baby Colston Baby Colston, at just five months old, made his adorable debut in the Lane family’s fall photos this year!Returning to ...

OCT

18

2024

Greenwood Family Photos

Annie and the Girls Fall Family Photos Fall Photos Are So BeautifulI recently had the pleasure of spending time with Annie and her wonderful ...

OCT

16

2024

Brewer Family Fall Family Photos Tendoy ...

Brewer Family 2024 This year, I had the pleasure of photographing the Brewer family at their beautiful home in Tendoy. The setting was perfect, ...

OCT

15

2024

Devon & Jessica North Fork Idaho ...

Devon & Jessica wed up Fourth of July Creek Being an Idaho wedding photographer is a dream come true for me. Over the years, I've had the ...

OCT

14

2024

Morton Family Idaho Photographer

Morton Fall Family Photos It had been far too long since I last saw the Morton Family! I couldn’t believe how much Ellie and Olivia had ...

OCT

11

2024

Algate Family Salmon ID

Algate Family of Four Meet the Algate Family!Ryan and Kendra, along with their two children, Noah and their newest addition, Paisley, have ...

OCT

10

2024

Evenson Wedding Twin Peaks Guest Ranch

Ben and Sierra say I Do at Twin Peaks Sierra and Ben's wedding at Twin Peaks Guest Ranch was a day to remember. As an East Idaho photographer, I ...

OCT

09

2024

Balliett Family Idaho Fall Family ...

Balliett Family • Fall Family Photos These kids are such CUTE PATOOTIES! They both did an incredible job during the session, and I ...

OCT

07

2024

Lindsey Salmon High School Senior ...

Lindsey • Salmon High Senior It's hard to believe Lindsey is already a senior in high school! Time truly flies, especially when I think about ...

OCT

06

2024

Deleski Fall Idaho Wedding

Mr. & Mrs. Deleski These two, Jeremy and Sidney, had one of the most beautiful weddings I’ve ever witnessed, and honestly, I wasn’t ...

OCT

01

2024

Shelby Salmon Idaho Senior Photos

Shelby • Salmon Idaho Senior Shelby is a S•E•N•I•O•RShelby was a little shy but slowly got more and more comfortable ...

SEP

27

2024

Sam & Kassie Salmon River Family Photos

Riverside Family Photos in Salmon I absolutely love early fall sessions! There’s something magical about the crisp air, warm golden ...

SEP

19

2024

Stephanishen Family - Idaho Family ...

Stephanishen Family Family Photos are actually not that bad. Can you believe it? Bill actually said it wasn't "too bad" at the end of the ...

SEP

13

2024

Tyler and Torry Dahle, Williams Lake ...

Tyler & Torry and their Lakefront Wedding Williams Lake Resort Wedding These two had the most beautiful ceremony! Look at that ...

SEP

11

2024

Overacker Wedding, East Idaho Wedding ...

Bob & Kat are Married Bob and Kat had SUCH a beautiful day - I cannot get over how much fun I had at this wedding and with all of these people. ...