Caption photography

The Giles Family

2011-10-16T20:31:00.000-07:00

Anne and John's big day

2011-09-30T19:02:00.001-07:00

I have known Anne for years, and was so excited to be apart of her big day. Anne and John were married in the Salt Lake City Temple on September 15th 2011. Later that night an elegant dinner and reception was placed for their celebration. The reception was presented at the brides parents back yard, located in Midway, Utah. I was so happy to be apart of your wedding day Anne, and wish you both the best!! (please click on photos to get a closer look)

A little bit of catch up

2011-08-31T19:42:00.000-07:00

Sawtooth National Forest

2011-08-31T19:36:00.001-07:00

For those that have never been to the Sawtooth Mountain Range, I highly recommend it!! It's Idaho's secret hide out and should become a must see the next time you make your way to central Idaho. These pictures were taken early in the morning just before the blazing sun could reach too far along the horizon. (Please click on photo to get a closer look :)

The Good ol' South

2011-07-16T12:54:00.000-07:00

These pictures were taken earlier this summer in three locations; Bryce Canyon, Escalante slot canyons, and Zion National Park. It was such a great trip but half way through the trip I left my camera switch on, and ran out of battery!!! Non the less I had a couple great day to run around camera happy on my vacation!! (please click on photos to get a closer look)

Rock Climbing Competition for the Benefit El Salvador

2011-07-16T12:41:00.000-07:00

Family Time

2011-07-15T15:24:00.000-07:00

What a great family to work with!!!! I have known members of this family since high school, and love them dearly. The family wanted a city scape background and I knew just the place. These photos were taken by an old abandoned building by the Great Salt Lake, giving us a variety of diverse backgrounds. (Please click on photos to get a closer look)

Lydia and Jeremy

2011-04-22T11:30:00.000-07:00

Lydia and Jeremy are to be wed on July 2nd. The engagement photo session was initially to take place in the mountains, but because of the snow we quickly switched our location to some place a little warmer. None the less the Salt Lake City Library was an excellent location and fit the couple perfectly!! We had so much fun and the couple had such a great sense of humor. Also, the big windows, natural lighting, and modern art work was a perfect backdrop. Lydia's bridals photo session soon to come!!

(please click on photos to get a closer look)

The Haunting... in April

2011-04-17T08:37:00.001-07:00

These pictures were taken on the out skirts of Logan about two weeks ago. I was so excited to spend my morning trying out my new lenses, but was brutally disappointed when I woke up to a dreary day. Overcast weather is actually my favorite condition for shooting portraitures, but great lighting and contrast in shadows is what seals the deal for a landscape shot. None the less I had a simply marvelous morning shooting old barns and livestock!! The clouded sky actually became an advantage as I decreased my exposure giving the photos more of an eerie sense.

Benifit El Salvador!!

2011-04-15T11:05:00.001-07:00

JerryLynn's dress

2011-04-15T08:15:00.000-07:00

JerriLynn looked stunning in her dress, and I instantly fell in love with the intricate bead work... and the blue shoes :) We had a lot of fun with the gigantic mirror in the bride's room, and the big windows that could be found around every corner of the reception hall. (Please click on photo to enlarge)

The New Couple

2011-04-12T20:26:00.000-07:00

Congrats to Matt and JerriLynn! The couple tied the knot in Logan Utah, on April 1st. The wedding party was so fun to work with and full of fun times. The reception hall was amped with natural light letting the sunny day be a part of their indoor wedding. And talk about a cute flower girl!! JerriLynn's daughter just loved smiling and saying "cheese!!!" for the camera, even in the middle of the ceremony! She was a doll! (please click on photos to get a closer look)

Benifit El Salvador!!

2011-04-06T08:44:00.001-07:00

Friends, For those that did not know, I am now the Staff Photographer for the local non-profit, Benefit El Salvador! Once again it is time for the annual Benefit El Salvador Project Silent Auction! Make sure to mark your calendar for 7:00PM this coming Friday, April 8th. Bidding starts at 7:30 and food is provided by the legendary locals Mazza, Sunflower Farmers Market, and Whole foods - plus Cake Walk is providing dessert! Desert Edge is providing some great local brew and we'll also have wine on hand to enjoy (for a small donation) while listening to Quinteto Noir, a tango band from Salt Lake City. This year's event will be hosted at the 15th Street Gallery (1519S. & 1500E.) and auction items will include some great local gear: Oakley Crowbar Goggles, a North Face Verdi Down Jacket, two day passes for Brighton Ski Resort (next season), a few sets of skis, a cut & color from Lounge Salon, a wonderful gift basket from The Mandarin Restaurant, an Olympus SP-600UZ digital camera, a day of ski instruction with World Extreme Champion Brant Moles, and plenty of gift certificates from local shops Kura Door, City Cakes, Tanner Wagner Therapeutic Massage, Bikram Yoga, Contender Bicycles, Caption Photography, Coffee Garden, lots and lots of phenomenal local artwork (a framed piece of my own), and much more! All proceeds from the silent auction will directly benefit the Zaragoza and Taquillo clinics in El Salvador. Your donations will first handily contribute to the betterment of the clinics, patients, and general community of Zaragoza. Please help us reach our goal of raising $10,000 to purchase much-needed medical supplies! Thank you for all your help! Event Information: Location:15th Street Gallery (1519 S. 1500 E.) Time: 7:00pm Pricing: Adults: $15, or $25 per pair Students: $8, or $15 per pair Come enjoy a great night out for a wonderful cause! Sincerely, Keri Simonsen Staff Photographer Benefit El Salvador Project www.benefitelsalvador.com

Alyx's Dress

2011-03-31T07:11:00.000-07:00

Talk about a stunning dress!! This dress looked amazing on Alyx and fit her personality perfectly! All the lace made her look so elegant, and I just loved the head piece. And don't forget the hidden red shoes that sure spiced things up. You're beautiful Alyx!!! (please click on the photo to get a closer look)

Mr.& Mrs. Williams

2011-03-30T19:11:00.000-07:00

What a wonderful couple and family to work with! The wedding reception was held at the stunning Chateau Faire located in Holladay. For all those looking for a vintage style reception hall I highly recommend checking this place out! Also, make sure to check the bridal/couple shots that will be posted next!! (Please click on photos for a closer look)

Centeral Utah

2011-03-17T16:13:00.001-07:00

I recently went on a little vacation to St. George for a mountain biking extravaganza. I didn't have much time to pull out my camera until the ride back to Salt Lake, but was so happy to get the chance. The clouds were just breathtaking that night, and gave the earth a bit of golden tint. (please click on photo to get a closer look)

The Nielson Family

2011-03-11T07:22:00.001-08:00

The Nielson's were a splendid family to work with. It was a cold late afternoon and even the kids were willing to smile and say cheese! Our photo shoot was taken at Memorial Grove, one of my favorite locations for a big group setting. (Please click on photo to enlarge)

Benifit El Salvador!!

2011-02-21T08:27:00.000-08:00

Hey all!!! I am now the staff photographer for BES, a non-profit designed to bring medical supplies to El Salvador!! I plan to join the crew on a three week humanitarian trip this summer in El Salvador as the photographer and as a medical health provider.

You can find out more about BES at, http://www.benefitelsalvador.com/ Follow our work at, http://benefitelsalvadorproject.blogspot.com/ and/or Donate to our cause at http://www.benefitelsalvador.com/donate.

Also, Benefit El Salvador Project now has a facebook page and I encourage all to check it out, donate money, and/or become a supporter for BES. Thanks!

The Copez Family

2011-02-17T07:38:00.000-08:00

The Copez family was such a wonderful family to work with. They were so helpful and willing to have some fun. These pictures were taken in the family's neighborhood parklocated in Lehi. It was the warmest day of the year and we took advantage of basking in the sun. (Please click on photo to enlarge)

MIca's first birthday

2011-02-13T09:57:00.000-08:00

For Mica's first birthday her family decided it would be nice to get a couple photos of her eating her birthday cake. I thought this was such a great idea, and have never seen it done before.

Antelope Island

2011-01-31T14:05:00.000-08:00

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To truly enjoy any of these photos they really should be enlarged to at least a 20x30 poster size... but I guess our computer screens will have to do for today. Every time I make my way to Antelope Island I am memsmerized by the random details and textures found around every corner. I was extremely surprised to stumble across a random chain link fence placed in the middle of nowhere.

Wedding and Reception!!

2011-01-26T09:53:00.001-08:00

Congrats to Noelle and Facundo who were married on January 7th, 2011. You guys are so cute together, and so much fun to work with! (Please click on photo and get a closer look)

Noelle and Facundo couple photo session

2011-01-21T14:55:00.000-08:00

Facundo and Noelle were getting married so late in the afternoon, we decided to take their couple wedding photos before the wedding to enjoy the sunlight while we had it. Facundo and Noelle were so wonderful to work with and had many laughs along the way! (Please click on photo to get get a closer look)

Noelle's Dress

2011-01-21T14:10:00.001-08:00

Noelle looked fabulous in her wedding dress and I could not get enough of the delicate flower in her hair! We started the photo shoot outside on the Salt Lake Temple grounds and eventually made out way into the Joseph Memorial Building. That morning it was so cold that my hands froze making it difficult to push the buttons on my camera. So we should all give props to Noelle who endured the cold without a coat on. (Please click on photo for a closer look)

Jenesee and Scott

2011-01-20T08:02:00.000-08:00

Wow talk about an adorable couple! Jenesee and Scott Lewis were married on December 23rd 2010 in Newport Beach, California. A reception was held in their honor that same day in Glendora, California. On their return to Utah in January, an open house was also held at Aspen Landing Reception Center, and what a great way to celebrate with close friends and family. Here is a little glimpse from their open house. (Please click on photo to get a closer look)

My personal favorite landscape shots of 2010

2011-01-10T10:59:00.000-08:00

Here is a short glimps and memory of my time well spent in the great outdoors this past year. This collection consist of a mixture of Spain, Portugal, Southern Utah, Kansas, Washington State, the Uinta Mountains, the Cascade Mountains, Olympic National Park, the Wasatch Mountains, and many many more. (Please click on photo to enlarge)

An Ode to 2010, and Thanks!!

2011-01-09T12:00:00.000-08:00

I wanted to give a big thanks and hug for all your encouragement and business. It has been one amazing year, and I can’t believe the support that I have received from friends, family, and clients. Thanks again, and I am looking forward to an upcoming year full of picture taking moments!!! (Please click on photo to enlarge)

Jared, Sara, and maddie

2010-12-27T11:31:00.001-08:00

Flat Kansas

2010-11-28T07:01:00.001-08:00

Last week I was in Wichita, Kansas visiting family. The first two photos were taken in the heart of down town, and at "Keeper of the Planes" Memorial Park. The last couple shots were taken on the out skirts of the city boundaries. I tried to find some old barns, windmills, or something of the sort but nothing prevailed. Over all I great trip! (please click on photo for a closer look)

Logan City

2010-11-18T07:00:00.000-08:00

I have recently fallen in love with the beauty that surrounds Logan City. In my personal opinion, this area has the most breathtaking background of all Northern Utah... Well, minus the smoggy winter months. (please click on photo for a closer look)!

The Reed Family

2010-11-13T16:06:00.000-08:00

What a wonderful family of five willing to tough it out in the cold for some great mid November shots! We took these photos at Gardner Village in the brisk morning... and it was COLD. The Reed family was wonderful to work with and talk about adorable kids :) (please click on photo to enlarge)

Classy Boy

2010-11-11T18:51:00.003-08:00

Talk about a cute little boy! Preston had recently turned 5 years old, and full of life. I almost died when his mother told me it was Preston's idea to get his pictures taken in his suit. You don't get much loveable then that. We had a wonderful time taking these photos outside a antique store, and around the west side of Salt Lake City. (please click on photo for a closer look)

The Bright Family

2010-11-10T07:45:00.000-08:00

I took photos with the Bright family this past Saturday morning. The weather was perfect with a blue sky and was not too cold. We took these photos around the old buildings of Salt Lake, and at Liberty Park. The Bright family was amazing to work with, and we all had a wonderful morning! (please click on photos to get a closer look)

Soccer Boy

2010-11-08T06:37:00.000-08:00

Cody is a two year old boy that loves to play soccer! Last Thursday, Cody and I had a blast playing soccer and running around in the leaves at Sugar House Park. He was a little ham and was always willing to give me a great big smile and say CHEESE!! (please click on photos for a closer look)

Antelope Island

2010-11-06T12:42:00.001-07:00

This week a couple of my friends and I decided to head out to Antelope Island for a bike ride. To my surprise Antelope Island is nothing like what I expected! The smog from afar left the scenery quit eerie to be honest. But what a sight! I didn't have much of a chance to use my camera on this trip, but here is a little of what I've seen! After this trip I have decided to head back out there next week for a full day of photo fun! (Please click on image for a closer look)

The Hoyle's family

2010-10-27T09:17:00.001-07:00

What a wonderful family! The Hoyle family moved to Utah a couple years ago from Portland, Oregon. The two kids was a breath of fresh air, with so much energy and spirit. It was a little difficult to get the older boy to hold still and look at the camera, but with a lot of effort and support from the parents I was able snag some shots. Thanks you guy! (Please click on photo for a closer look)

Friendship!!

2010-10-26T08:12:00.001-07:00

Tabby and Rachael have been friends for some time now, and decided it was time for a friend photo shoot. This was my first time doing a friend photo shoot, and had so much fun playing around with new ideas with them. These pictures were taken at an abandoned barn on the side of the road. (Click on photo to get a closer look)

Can't get enough of the Mountains

2010-10-21T06:59:00.001-07:00

I continue my way up the mountain (almost daily) hiking around to savor the last bit of pleasant weather before it freezes over. I enjoy winter, but only for about two months. I soon tire of breathing smog, and ski only with the intent that it will hinder my day dreams regarding my bicycle. (please click on photo to get a closer look)

Dance Company Team Photos

2010-10-20T09:45:00.002-07:00

Kristi and Ben

2010-10-16T19:56:00.001-07:00

Kristi and Ben was a magnificent couple to work with. Regardless of the chilly weather, the shoot went wonderful! I shot Kristi and Ben’s engagements up Big Cottonwood Canyon last week to enjoy the last bit of color. (Please click on image for a closer look)

The Color of Autumn

2010-10-14T09:03:00.001-07:00

As the month moves closer to the end, I continue to make my way up the mountains to enjoy the leaves before the white winter hits. Here is a little from what I have seen!!

West Jordan Dance Company

2010-10-12T08:56:00.000-07:00

I took these photos this past Saturday for the West Jordan High Dance Company. What an amazing group of girls, with so much spunk and style! The weather was perfect for us that night, and I could not have asked for better lighting! You guys were so great to work with, and good luck with your upcoming dance preformances!

Girl Time!

2010-10-09T12:22:00.001-07:00

The continuation of autumn

2010-10-08T07:25:00.000-07:00

Autumn is my favorite time of the year! Unfortunately this weather will not be with us for long. I hear it was snowing up at Alta yesterday.

Jamison and Sara

2010-10-07T13:35:00.000-07:00

Jamison and Sara met 10 months ago while attending school at Snow College. They both have a wonderful smile and spirit and were wonderful to work with. Their wedding ceremony and reception was located in the Zion's Building.

Fall is here and almost gone

2010-10-06T18:54:00.000-07:00

Autumn is my favorite time of the year. It is the only time you can wear a jacket in the Jacket morning and tank top in the afternoon. I also love that I can hope on my bike anytime of the day and not worry about freezing, or heat stroke! I have been up in the canyons nonstop the past week and a half and here is a little preview of what I have seen :)

Alli and Dustin's wedding

2010-10-03T14:20:00.000-07:00

Alli and Dustin tied the knot on September 30th, 2010! Back in high school, these two met at work, Donner Park, and little did they know it would lead to a life long friendship. Both Alli and Dustin are goof balls that love to have as much fun as possible. It was great working with you guys and good luck!!

Katie & James

2010-10-02T07:53:00.000-07:00

After a two year long engagement Katie and James have finally set a wedding date!!! Katie and James have been friends for years and enjoy getting out of town weekly. :) Their wedding has been set for July 23rd; a summer wedding next year. Congrats you guys!!

Greeting Cards!!

2010-10-01T13:36:00.000-07:00

I now sell greeting cards in two different sizes (4x5.5 and 5x6.5) Currently I have two different sets of pre-packed with envelopes. Both sets come from my collection of Spain photography. One set is what I like to call the RETRO pack, featuring my pictures of European bicycles, eclectic doors and buildings. The second pre-pack is Pictures of the Spanish landscape! The prices are presented below.

Washington State

2010-09-30T09:08:00.001-07:00

These photos were taken in and around Volunteer Park, located in the Capital district of Seattle.

Walk about Jake

2010-09-29T18:20:00.001-07:00

Walk about Jake is a memorial and fundraiser dedicated to Jake Hoffman and his family. Earlier this year, Jake passed away unexpectedly after being diagnosed with cancer. Walk about Jake is a 5k run/walk and a kiddy one-mile run. This was Walk about Jake's first year, but hopes to continue for years to come. If you too would like to donate to Walk about Jake please contact Amy H. at JakeHoffmanMemorialFund.com

Olympic National Park

2010-09-25T11:35:00.000-07:00

Olympic National Park is located on the western peninsula of Washington. Olympic was designed for the backpacker. There are only a few roads that will take you into the forest, and the rest you will experience by foot. Many people will spend days backpacking to a secluded beach. Olympic is wet and rainy, but well worth it's beauty.

Cascade Mountain Range

2010-09-24T08:55:00.000-07:00

I recently spent some time in the Cascades, located in Washington. The Cascade mountain range can be found about an hour outside of Seattle, and is a great way to escape the hustle and bustle of city life. Cloudy weather is customary in this area, but great for the lens! Vibrant colors can be found everywhere!

Seattle Cityscape

2010-09-23T10:56:00.000-07:00

I have recently spent some time in the Emerald city, Sealltle. I spent most of my time exploring the smaller side roads, and enjoying the endless supply of coffee shops, that can be found around every corner. I expected to see the dark and gloomy city that I have always associated with Seattle, but was fortunate enough to see the sun daily.

Family Time

2010-09-21T12:43:00.001-07:00

The Dress

2010-09-21T12:34:00.001-07:00

The Dress

2010-09-21T11:00:00.001-07:00

Linda and Steve's Wedding

2010-09-02T11:52:00.001-07:00

Linda's Bridals

2010-08-28T19:07:00.001-07:00

The Bride and Groom

2010-08-17T17:06:00.000-07:00