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🌸 Creative Collaborations with Flowers by Laura
A Cache Valley wedding photographer highlights collaborations with Flowers by Laura, a talented florist known for stunning wedding arrangements and styled shoot florals.
Rachael Shine
Mar 20


🧜♀️ Sirens in the Storm | A Salt Lake City Inspired Shoot at the Great Salt Lake
A dramatic siren themed photoshoot at the Great Salt Lake with Salt Lake City Inspired. Lightning storms cut the session short, but the creative team still captured eerie mermaid imagery.
Rachael Shine
Mar 18


🤍 Why I Don’t Want to Be the Biggest Photographer in Utah
A Utah wedding and portrait photographer shares why prioritizing client experience, relationships, and values matters more than becoming the biggest photography business.
Rachael Shine
Mar 16


📸 Why Desert Lily Gardens Photographs So Beautifully
A photographer’s perspective on why Desert Lily Gardens is one of the most photogenic wedding venues, from lighting and layout to intentional design.
Rachael Shine
Mar 13


🍂 A Fall Bridal Collaboration in Cache Valley
A fall bridal styled shoot at Desert Lily Gardens in Cache Valley featuring local vendors, autumn florals, and a last-minute model who stepped in to save the day.
Rachael Shine
Mar 11


📷 Unpopular Photography Opinions I Stand By
(From a Wedding & Portrait Photographer) There are a lot of romanticized ideas floating around in the photography world. Some are beautiful ✨Some are trendy 📈Some get repeated so often they begin to sound like fact. After years of photographing weddings, families, and creative sessions across Utah, I’ve developed a few opinions that might not be popular — but they’re rooted in experience, responsibility, and the weight of being trusted with once-in-a-lifetime moments 🤍 This
Rachael Shine
Mar 9


💍 Why You Should Book a Bridal Session Before Your Wedding Day
Learn why booking a bridal session before your wedding day leads to more relaxed photos, less stress, and a better overall wedding photography experience.
Rachael Shine
Mar 6


🍂 Dark Academia at Tunnel Springs | A Creative Session with Marin
A Utah creative portrait session at Tunnel Springs featuring neutral brown tones, subtle red accents, and dark academia vibes with Marin.
Rachael Shine
Mar 4


💭 A Letter to My Younger Photographer Self
A reflective letter to my younger photographer self about growth, doubt, creativity, and learning to trust the process behind the camera.
Rachael Shine
Mar 2


📍 Utah Location Spotlight: Poppy Fields
The Poppy Fields bloom each summer and create one of the dreamiest photo backdrops in Northern Utah. Learn why this iconic spot is a client favorite.
Rachael Shine
Feb 27


🧜♀️ A Mermaid-Inspired Collaboration with Merm Haircare in Logan, Utah
A Logan, Utah photographer shares the story behind a mermaid-themed styled shoot collaboration with Merm Haircare after weather cut the original SLCI Siren Meetup short.
Rachael Shine
Feb 25


📸 Things I Wish I Knew Earlier in My Photography Journey
A Utah photographer shares honest reflections and lessons learned from her early photography journey, including mindset shifts, gear upgrades, pricing confidence, and creative growth.
Rachael Shine
Feb 23


🍰 How to Choose the Right Cake Artist for Your Wedding or Event
Tips for choosing the right wedding cake artist, from style and collaboration to photography-friendly design and event cohesion.
Rachael Shine
Feb 20


Trash the Dress in Logan Canyon | A Healing Photoshoot with My Best Friend 🔥🤍
A symbolic trash the dress photoshoot in Logan Canyon documenting healing, closure, and personal growth after divorce through meaningful storytelling photography.
Rachael Shine
Feb 18


📸 Why Hiring a Professional Photographer for Big Moments Truly Matters
Discover why hiring a professional photographer for weddings, family sessions, and major life events protects your memories and avoids costly mistakes.
Rachael Shine
Feb 16


💍 Bridal & Wedding Photography FAQ | What to Know Before Booking
Answers to the most common bridal and wedding photography questions, from engagement sessions to timelines and lighting, by a Utah wedding photographer.
Rachael Shine
Feb 13


🍂 Fall Family Photos in Logan Canyon — A Blended Family Story
A joyful fall family photoshoot in Logan Canyon featuring a blended family, grandkids, laughter by the river, and real-life moments worth remembering.
Rachael Shine
Feb 11


📷 From DSLR to Mirrorless — How Upgrading to the Canon R6 & 85mm f/2 Changed My Photography
A Utah photographer shares how upgrading from the Canon 5D Mark IV to the Canon R6 and switching to an 85mm f/2 lens transformed image quality, workflow, and portrait style.
Rachael Shine
Feb 9


🖼️ Why Printing Your Photos Matters More Than You Think
Learn why printing your photos is essential for preserving memories, honoring milestones, and creating heirlooms that last beyond digital galleries.
Rachael Shine
Feb 6


🌤️ Take Two — A Playground Session with the Cafferty Family in Logan, UT
A relaxed family photoshoot at a Logan, Utah park with the Cafferty family—playground fun, sick-day perseverance, and documenting a growing family.
Rachael Shine
Feb 4
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