BLOG - Annette Lewis

Johnson Family Challis Idaho Family Photographer

OCT

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2025

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

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

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 ...

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 ...

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

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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

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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

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

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

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

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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

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 ...

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

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

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

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

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

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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 ...

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, ...

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

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

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 ...

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 ...

SEP

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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 ...

AUG

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2024

Phillips Family, Salmon Idaho Family ...

Phillips Family - Salmon, Idaho Lindsay has the boys TRAINED and that includes Nate as well. We have done our fair share of family photos and ...

AUG

12

2024

Chappell Family, Salmon ID

- Chappell Family - I love seeing Brandon and Kayla every year I can! They have the sweetest family and are so much fun to photograph and their ...

AUG

09

2024

Shipwreck House Williams Lake Salmon ID

Pirates & Mermaids visit the Shipwreck House I had such an amazing opportunity to see the Shipwreck House at Williams Lake here in ...

AUG

04

2024

Novelly Wedding, Sacajawea Center, ...

Novelly Wedding at the Sacajawea Center They had a beautiful wedding at the Sacajawea Center here in Salmon, Idaho. They chose the Sacajawea ...

JUL

31

2024

Redick Wedding, White Cloud Preserves, ...

Tanner & Natalie Redick Tanner and Natalie got married in Clayton, Idaho at White Cloud Preserves.It was a beautiful location with some amazing ...

JUL

26

2024

Dahle Family, Salmon ID

Dahle Family - Salmon, Idaho Cherishing Moments Across GenerationsFamily photos aren't just for when the kids are young—they're a ...

JUL

09

2024

Trevor & Ashley - Filer Engagement ...

Trevor and Ashley are Getting Married Sessions are a little different when they are of your friends.Ashley and I go way back. She is one of my ...

JUN

07

2024

Orme Family Salmon Idaho

I met with Cody and Jorgee for some sweet family photos. Their girls were dressed so cute. I love family session so much especially with little ...

JUN

03

2024

Justin & Elicia, Salmon ID Photographer

Justin & Elicia Sneak in Family Photos The Joy of Watching Families Grow: A Professional Photographer’s PerspectiveAs a professional ...

MAY

31

2024

JJ & Sidney, Salmon Engagement Photos

JJ & Sidney, Idaho Engagement Pictures JJ and Sidney are planning a 2024 wedding! Wedding planning comes with so much and engagement photos ...

MAY

29

2024

Cotton & Hailee, Idaho Family Session

Cotton & Hailee Family Photos I had so much with this group!We laughed and played games and played games and laughed. We ran around the field ...

MAY

28

2024

Bobby Surprises Brittany, Engagement ...

Bobby & Brittany GET ENGAGED Bobby and Brittany planned some fun couple photo but little did Brittany know there was surprise in store for ...

APR

10

2024

Wedding Flowers Tips from a Pro ...

Wedding Flower Tips from a Pro Florist Flowers can be a big part of your over wedding plans but does time of year matter, when should you book a ...

MAR

07

2024

Lane Maternity Session, Salmon Idaho ...

Lane Family, Expecting Baby Boy #2 I am so EXCITED for the Lane family. The Lane family is expecting their second baby boy and Rodee ...

FEB

27

2024

Christy & Dan - Salmon, Idaho ...

Dan & Christy - Salmon Idaho Photographer Late winter sessions can often give some beautiful Spring vibes. I love Spring! It is certainly one of ...

NOV

27

2023

Hilton Family, Salmon Idaho ...

Hilton Family - Fall Family Photos This was the first year I go to take photos of the Hilton family. This group was easy to photograph. ...

NOV

27

2023

Wells Family, Idaho Family Photographer

Wells Family Photos Meet the Wells family. This was my first time meeting the Wells family. They are so wonderful. They had the barn ...

NOV

26

2023

Pakuer Family, Idaho Family ...

Pauker Family, Holiday Family Photos During the holiday so many families are gathering together which is the perfect time to catch up on those ...

NOV

25

2023

Jacobs Family, East Idaho Family ...

Jacobs Family - Fall Family Photos Mother Nature gave some gorgeous white snow for the Jacobs' family session. And of course it was a light ...

NOV

21

2023

Criner Family, Salmon Idaho ...

Criner Family - Salmon, Idaho Meet the Criner Family.This is their first time getting family photos, ever. I feel so privileged to be their ...

NOV

15

2023

JR and Staysha - Idaho Family ...

JR & Staysha - Salmon Idaho Fall Photos Fall Family Photos are just so beautiful! Despite most of the leaves now resting on the ground it's ...

NOV

14

2023

Brewer Family, Salmon Idaho ...

Brewer Family - Extended Version Traci can finally upload a profile picture. Traci has always wanted a family picture. Her Facebook profile ...

NOV

10

2023

Aldous Family, Idaho Family ...

Aldous Family - Idaho Fall Family Photos I always enjoy my sessions with the Aldous Family. Toryn and Reese are getting more and more into ...

NOV

09

2023

Stone Family, East Idaho Family ...

Stone Family, Idaho Family Photographer Another year, another family session for the Stone family. It can be hard trying to switch it up ...

OCT

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2023

Chris and Caitlynn, Idaho Fall ...

Chris & Caitlynn - Fall Maternity Session I had a blast with Chris and Caitlynn. These two had this session planned and booked for a while. I ...

OCT

16

2023

Brewer Family, Salmon Idaho ...

Brewer Family - Fall Family Photos Would you believe me if I told you that this session was 80 degrees warmer than our last one? Really. ...

OCT

11

2023

Lane Family Salmon Idaho Photographer

Lane Family, Salmon Idaho Rodee was so much fun! I have said this before, kids run the show. There is certainly a sweet spot for children ...

OCT

10

2023

Dason East Idaho Senior Photographer

Salmon High School Senior - Dason Oh Dason. I can't believe Dason is a senior in high school and that his mom actually got him to do these. ...

OCT

09

2023

Agency Creek Farm, Tendoy Idaho

Agency Creek Farm - Kathy Batterton Meet Kathy the person behind Agency Creek Farm. I got to visit Kathy where she showed me everything ...

OCT

09

2023

Richards Family, East Idaho Family ...

Richards Family, East Idaho Family Session This session is so special. Once upon a time I used to babysit MaKenna and her sister Ali. Mostly on ...

OCT

04

2023

Anderson Maternity, Idaho Photographer

Baby Anderson - Idaho Maternity Session Meg and JakeWe skipped their "big" wedding, fast forward three years and here we are. These two were ...

SEP

26

2023

Durbrow Family Salmon Idaho ...

Dubrow Family is getting a BOY Yes, you read that right.They are having a BABY.Matt and Tera are expecting their third baby and it's a BOY. ...

SEP

26

2023

Ashley, Western Idaho Senior ...

Western Senior Photos with Ashley Ashley snuck her fall session in early and it did not disappoint. This time she included a horse and we ...

SEP

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2023

Chase and Maddie Bennett, Salmon Idaho ...

Chase & Maddie's Wedding Day was Magical Chase and Maddie are MARRIEDIt's happened. It's done. And it was such an amazing day! The two started ...

SEP

21

2023

Peter and Iris - Idaho Backyard Wedding

Peter & Iris - Beautiful Backyard Wedding Peter and Iris had the sweetest backyard wedding. Located up Tower Creek the intimate wedding was just ...

SEP

11

2023

Morton Wedding, Western Idaho Wedding ...

Mr. & Mrs. Morton - An Idaho Western Wedding McCoy and Vanessa did it, they tied the knot! The two got married at the Younger Cove, located ...

AUG

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2023

When Should I Take Maternity Photos, ...

When Should You Get Maternity Photos Taken The journey of pregnancy is a unique and beautiful experience, filled with anticipation, joy, and an ...

AUG

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2023

Carsyn East Idaho Senior Photography

Carsyn • SJSHS Senior I had so much fun with Carsyn! She wanted the VIEW and the VIEW is what she got. The cliffs, a popular location did ...

AUG

27

2023

Osgood Mommy and Me Salmon Idaho

Dresses & Twirls: Jessie and the Girls I look forward to this mommy and me session every single year. We have a great streak going on at least ...

AUG

25

2023

Ashley, Salmon High School, Idaho ...

Howdy, Ashley - Salmon High School Senior Salmon Junior-Senior High School SeniorIt is officially senior season. I love senior sessions. I ...

AUG

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2023

Koester Family, Salmon Idaho ...

Koester Family, Idaho Family Photos at the Cliffs It's been way too long since I have seen the Koester family! I have known Robby and Lisa ...

JUL

25

2023

Bob and Katrina, Salmon Idaho ...

Summer Engagement Session, Bob and Katrina Sunset sessions are like no other in Salmon, Idaho. These two are planning a 2024 wedding and I ...

JUL

18

2023

Nate and Lindsay Phillips, Salmon Idaho ...

Mr. & Mrs. Phillips - Salmon, Idaho Wedding Mr. & Mrs. PhillipsI am so happy for these two. I have been able to photograph Nate and Lindsay ...

JUL

14

2023

Travis and Jessica, Sweet Water Hollow

Travis and Jessica Tie the Knot in Salmon, Idaho Travis and Jessica got married at Sweet Water Hollow.I sometimes experience short rain spurts ...

JUL

07

2023

Coffey's Auto Repair & Salmon Qwik ...

Coffey's Auto Repair & Salmon Qwik Lube I really love branding sessions. These are so unique to each and every way because they focus on the ...

JUL

04

2023

Eliason Wedding, Carmen, Idaho Wedding

Braxton & Hannah Get Married in Carmen! Mr. & Mrs. Eliason These two said, "I Do," on Freeman Peak in Carmen, Idaho.Braxton and Hannah ...

JUN

26

2023

Taylor Family, Idaho Maternity Photos, ...

Jordan and Lesli are making it THREE Yes, Lesli is having a BABY! And soon. She is due in about four weeks. SURPRISE. IT'S BOY! Jordan ...

JUN

19

2023

Justin and Kelsey - Idaho Forest ...

Justin & Kelsey - Moody Engagement Session I am in love with these engagement photos of Justin and Kelsey in the Salmon-Challis National ...

MAY

08

2023

Marcus Family, Salmon Idaho ...

Sarah and the Boys - Idaho Mommy and Me Session I got to see Sarah, Sawyer and Finn for some fun mommy and me photos. I have taken their ...

MAY

02

2023

Favorite Local Spots in Salmon, Idaho

Exploring Salmon, Idaho as a Local Idaho is a gem, actually known as the Gem State. The state is full of so much beauty from open fields to ...

APR

26

2023

Sweet Cheeks Waxing and Skincare 2023 ...

Ladies Only Prom - Salmon, Idaho Did you ever go to prom? What about a "ladies" only prom? Tiffanie Orr at Sweet Cheeks Waxing and Skincare ...

APR

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2023

Salmon High School Prom, Idaho Senior ...

High School Prom Minis, Salmon Junior-Senior High School Salmon Junior-Senior High School PromEast Idaho Senior PhotographerI always say it and ...

APR

11

2023

Tristyn & Henry, Mommy and Me Photos

Tristyn and Henry - Idaho Mommy & Me Session I love when I get to see Tristyn and Henry! We always have the best time during their mommy and me ...

FEB

16

2023

Why You Should Be Booking Mommy & Me ...

Why You Should Be Booking Mommy & Me Sessions One thing you can't get back is time and when it comes to our children time literally flies. ...

DEC

20

2022

Christmas Sessions, Salmon Idaho ...

Christmas Sessions • Salmon, Idaho How fun are these Christmas theme photos? I knew I should have offered these simple and fun sessions! I ...

DEC

12

2022

Sierra, Salmon Idaho Senior ...

Sierra, Salmon Junior-Senior High School Senior This winter senior session with Sierra was great. We got some fresh snow the day before and ...

DEC

06

2022

McGrady Family, Salmon Idaho ...

Lana, Kennedy & Carter, Salmon, Idaho The snow is a big "WELCOME" to Salmon from Mother Nature to Lana and her two children Kennedy and Carter. ...

NOV

29

2022

Ganske Family - Idaho Family ...

Ganske Family • Salmon, Idaho I finally got all four Ganske family members in front of my camera for a family session. Hollee has been wanting ...

NOV

27

2022

Wheeler Family, Idaho family ...

Wheeler Family, Salmon Idaho The Wheeler Family scheduled some family photos while they were in town and it was the COLDEST weekend of the year ...

NOV

27

2022

Jacobs Family

Jacobs Family - Salmon, Idaho We finally got to do these. By finally, I mean like the weather has been putting a BIG damper on our family ...

NOV

24

2022

Brewer Family, Idaho Family ...

Brewer Family - Winter Session How cold do you think it was for these? A whopping SIX DEGREES. Yes 6 degrees. We still wen through with ...

NOV

15

2022

Probst Family, Salmon Idaho ...

Probst Family - Salmon, Idaho These kids were ROCKSTARS during their cold session. They brought their jackets along and put them on in between ...

NOV

14

2022

Stanger Family, Salmon Idaho Family ...

Stanger Family I haven't photographed the Stanger family in a couple years, and last time we took photos it was cold too. During their session ...

NOV

13

2022

Haylee Idaho Senior Photography

I had a blast with Haylee!This bubble girl could not stop laughing, giggling. She said she wasn't nervous and then as soon as my camera went up - ...