Serving Spanish Fork, Springville, Provo, Orem and surrounding areas

Authentic Back to School Portraits

Utah County Photographer

BACK TO SCHOOL PHOTOS 2024

These are not your average, awkward, and mass produced back to school photos you receive from your child’s school! No, the portraits I make are full of personality, carefully crafted, and professionally presented! I creating beautiful, timeless, unique portraits of your children that your family will enjoy for generations to come! This is not an event and opportunity you are going to want to miss! I hope to see you and your cute kiddos at the studio for back to school photos! Children of all ages are welcome to attend!

Friday, August 2 in Provo, Utah

or

Friday, August 9 in Mapleton, Utah (sold out)

DUE TO POPULAR DEMAND: There are now two dates in two different locations available! Please just specify which location you would like while reserving yI will spend 5 minutes with each child individually and then together as siblings. You will be surprised how many beautiful portraits I can capture of your child in just a few minutes! All of the professionally edited photos will be presented in an online gallery where you will be able to select from hand crafted, heirloom quality products….AND….once you open your gallery, you will be able to purchase all products for the first 48 hours at 20% off!

“This is How you Make a Memory Last”

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a young boy sitting with his hands under his chin.
A beautiful young girl with red hair blowing

- Words From Clients -

“Laura is awesome! We took our kids in for school pictures at the beginning of the year and she made the experience so fun for them. She was able to engage well with them, make them laugh, and make them feel comfortable. She helped make the experience exciting and fun, and the quality of the photos are great!”

-AUBREY

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beautiful young sisters sitting side by side
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Why Work With Me

EXPERIENCED.

I have been around children for a long time! I became an aunt at the age of 16! I am also a mom of three cute kiddos!

I have over 15 years of experience photographing children and families and absolutely love what I do.

To create my portraits, I use artificial lighting or flash. This allows me to provide consistently beautiful images for you to enjoy for years to come.

MINIMAL.

My style of photography isn’t necessarily seen a lot in our area. That’s ok!

I like to take a simple, minimal approach to photography that really showcases who your child is. Not the scenery. Not the background. Not distracting or unnecessary props.

UNIQUE.

My favorite thing about what I do, is being able to capture what makes each child unique!

Sure, there are lots of photographers out there that take beautiful photographs, but I really think I have a special ability to connect with children, help them feel comfortable, and create something that can help you remember who they are right now before they grow!

RELAXED.

Something that I have been complimented on, is how easily I put kids (and parents) at ease. I’m not afraid of poking fun at myself and acting silly! I also usually have snacks!

I try really hard to work quickly and efficiently but thoroughly and have you on your way. I know you’re busy and have playing to do! This will be a carefree, easy, over before you know it experience!

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Products & Pricing

Back to School Photo Sitting Fee: Waived! $0 (a $365 value)

My Back to School Event is special in the fact that there are no sitting fee costs! Once your gallery is delivered, you’re able to pick your favorite pictures! You know your child best and know their real laugh, smirk, or smile! Although, I can’t guarantee it, you’ll probably want the whole gallery!

Unlike last year, no complimentary digital photographs will be given. All photographs and products must be purchased.

Digital files or physical products are not included in your session. However, a few weeks after your session, you’ll receive an online gallery (via email) for viewing and ordering of products. AND for the first 48 hours after opening your gallery, all products will be 20% off! AWESOME!!

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Digital Negatives.

Clients have the option of purchasing single digital negatives files for download or the entire gallery for unlimited download and sharing.

COmplete Set of Digital Negatives: $400 Individual Digital Negative: $40

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Archival Prints.

Fine art prints are printed on your choice of fine art, matte or luster, archival grade paper providing strength and beauty that will last generations.

8X10 Print: $28.50
11X14 PRint: $78.50
16X20 PRint: $200.50

*Additional sizes and print products are available. Please contact me for more information.

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Heirloom Albums.

Elegant Heirloom Albums, crafted by hand using museum grade printing on matte fine art paper.

• Base price includes 14 pages
• Choice of Linen Cover with Custom Debossing
Complimentary Digital Files Included with purchase of Album

8X8 ALBUM: $750
5X5 GRANDMA ALBUM: $550

REMEMBER: all products for the first 48 hours of opening your gallery will be 20% off!

Not Sure How to Dress your Child?

Don’t worry, I’ve got you covered! Although there is no right answer, I do have some suggestions on how to help your child’s portraits be classic and timeless!

- Words From Clients -

“Laura was so awesome to work with for my sons back to school pictures! He can be shy around new people and she easily connected with him and was able to capture him and his personality perfectly! Highly recommend!”

-Candice

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Cute boy with a mischievous expression with hands under his chin
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2. Session Day

Please come about five minutes before your schedule time. You will be welcomed and checked in by my assistant.

If you arrive late to your session, you may be required to wait or come back at the end of the day.

I’ll sit down with each of your children, talk, laugh, and photograph them!

Simple! Done!

1. Inquire & Book

First, start off by filling out my contact form and tell me a little bit about who will be attending the Back to School Event.

Children of all ages are invited to attend and participate in this event.

I will reach back out with your confirmed time slot and information about where to come, park, and more about what to expect!

The Back to School Session Process

3. Gallery Delivery

After your session, I will deliver your online gallery in about 2-3 weeks. Your gallery is for viewing to purchase products. Products are not included with your session.

You are welcome to share your gallery with friends and family.

4. Order Products

I have luxurious products for you to choose from. I have digital negatives, prints of various sizes, and heirloom albums. You are able to purchase these products directly online and have them delivered right to you!

Albums require extra steps and a bit more time and communication to produce, but it is totally worth it!

Book Your Session

Are you ready to book your photography session? I’ll get back to you in the next 24-48 hours!

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Frequently Asked Questions

  • This event will happen Friday, August 9 starting at 9:30 am. This date is just a few weeks before school starts for Nebo School District; perfect for fresh haircuts and a crisp shirt!

  • All children are able to participate in the better than back to school event. Each child will be photographed individually and then together with their siblings.

  • AUGUST 2: At Chrysalis Preschool located at 409 N University Ave, Provo, Utah.

    AUGUST 9: At the studio located at 415 South 1200 West in Mapleton, Utah.

  • For this event there is no sitting fee charge!

    Digital or physical products are not included. You can view the photos in an online gallery and purchase what you would like.

    And remember! For the first 48 hours after opening your gallery, you will receive 20% off all products!


    See above or contact me for a complete set of prices on products

  • Great question! You can read what I have to say about that here!

  • Simply click the any of the “Reserve Your Spot” buttons found on this page or the form below.

    I will then contact you with a specific time to come to the studio! Space and time is limited, so if you are interested don’t wait!

  • Expect your online gallery to be delivered 2-3 weeks after your session for viewing.

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Hi! I’m LAURA!

My family and I have lived in Utah County for the last ten years. We love being surrounded by all the beautiful mountains and lakes.

I am originally from Idaho and grew up on a dairy farm with three older brothers which helped me perfect my snarky skills!

I attended BYU-Idaho, where I earned a BFA degree in Photography.

I have over 15 years of experience photographing families and children and absolutely adore what I do.

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