| Beauty is EVERYWHERE! I am especially fond of the trees in my own backyard. However, since I'm not sure my landlord would appreciate me setting up a studio out back, we can go to one of these . . . or any other amazing spot you would like. Perhaps your own backyard?
Photography Locations
Utah County Areas
Bicentennial Park, Provo, UT 
Provo Castle
This
massive stone structure is located at the end of Provo's center street
next to the mountains. With winding stone staircases and masterfully
crafted ramparts, this is the perfect place for single-subject photo
shoots. A favorite spot for graduates and brides. It gives that
princess/castle/fairy tale feel. There is a $20 fee to photograph here.
 
 
Provo Riverwoods
724 East 3230 North Provo UT
Riverwoods is "a city within a city." Buildings in this area have
brightly colored and generously textured walls that provide vivid
contrast for all types of pictures. A favorite spot for Graduation and
Engagement Pictures. There are shops, trees and the Provo River all
nearby.
Utah Lake State Park, Provo, UT  
Lavender Color Wall
Mercado Latino Market, 300 S University Avenue, Provo Blue-Green Warehouse wall
From BYU Campus- Drive South on 500 East till it ends. It will be right
in front of you. This wall gives a rustic but happy feel to any picture.
Great for kids and engagements. There is also an orange warehouse wall
close by.
Nielsen's Grove Park
2000 S Sandhill Rd. Orem Utah
This park is gorgeous especially in the spring. They have a large tulip
garden that blooms in April. There is a pond, playground, swings,
benches and a water fountain.
Tahitian Noni Gardens
333 West River Park Drive, Provo, UT 84604
These are gorgeous gardens filled with flowers, trees, a stream and small waterfall. Season for this place is April-October.
Flowserve Pond/Park
1350 Mountain Springs Parkway South, Springville
This park is big and has a beautiful pond. It is a popular site for Bridals and Engagements.
Hobble Creek Canyon
This canyon is Beautiful- any season of the year. There are buildings,
streams, ponds, fences and a lot more to give you the best pictures. 
 
Mapleton, UT    
Star Mill Antique Store
147 E 600 North American Fork
This old mill is a great place for pictures. There was a fire there a
few years ago but there are still a bunch of great places to take
pictures. There is a $15 fee to photograph there.
American Fork Amphitheatre
851 East 700 North American Fork UT
Located
in Northern Utah County, it's not far from most major cities in Utah.
It features beautiful park like landscaping, lots of open shade and a
stone amphitheatre. This is the place for simple un-busy outdoor
scenery.
Thanksgiving Point
3003 Thanksgiving Way Lehi UT
This location has fields of flowers and crops that provide lots of
vibrant colors. Bridges, stone columns and ornate benches are also
spread throughout the gardens. There are fees to photograph here.
Salt Lake County Areas
Draper Park
1020 East 12400 South Draper UT
Hilly landscaping produces great back lighting for shots at this park.
There are also several wooden bridges and fences, a couple of creeks, a
barn, and even an abandoned railroad track that can be used in photo
shoots.
Cougar Park
4800 West 6200 South West Jordan UT
Located
in West Jordan, this park offers many great photo opportunities. With a
wildlife preservation section that is fenced off, you are able to take
beautiful "isolated location" pictures in the heart of the city. The
park also offers a large field with carefully cared for grass and an
elevated railroad track.
Gardner Village
1100 West 7800 South West Jordan UT
Literally
a Village, this location has several cute stores and cobblestone
streets. A creek that runs through the property sports several stone and
wooden bridges in addition to a well maintained creek bank. There are
also gazebos and benches scattered throughout. Gardner Village charges a
$40 location fee, so be prepared to pay if you pick this location.
Liberty Park
589 East 1300 South, Salt Lake City
Liberty Park is to Salt Lake City what Central Park is to New
York City. It is the second largest public park in Utah and it is
beautiful!
LDS Church
Yale Ave, SLC
Really pretty grounds on this church. There are very strict rules about when you can and cannot photograph there.
Yellow Colored Wall
900 S State Street, Salt Lake City
This wall makes a bright, happy statement! All sides of the building are
yellow, so you can go day or night and lighting will work to your
favor. Plus, you will discover many different textures to play with.
Multicolor wall and white wall is just around the corner. All with great
textures! So Fun!
International Peace Gardens
1000 South 900 West Salt Lake City UT
The
International Peace Gardens is located at the back of a park as it's
own separate garden. Many countries are represented with displays, and
there is a small replica Eiffel Tower as well as pagodas and little
cottages. There are many trees that sometimes interfere with noon light,
so early mornings and evenings are the best.
Olive Green colored wall
160 South 5th West, Salt Lake City
Right behind the gateway is where this beauty is hidden. It offers
several different tones of green from sage to olive you will be happy
with this choice. There are great levels and garage doors for some
sitting options.
Memory Grove
370 North Canyon Road Salt Lake City UT
Memory Grove is the quintessential bridal photography location. It has a
wide variety of places to shoot. The park itself has columns, stone
steps and a bridge. The lawn and flowers are well kept and there is
also a pretty river and a small pond. Hike a little further North and
you can use the wooded areas for more natural scenery. This is a
popular place for family portraits as well.
Murray Park
State Street and 5109 South (Murray Park Ln) Murray UT
Situated just across from the new
hospital in Murray, this park offers bridges, gazebos, and a creek for
fun picture taking. It's best to avoid this park on the weekends
because it's a Utah favorite and tends to get a little crowded.
Taylorsville Park
5400 S 1200 W. Taylorsville UT
Taylorsville Park has well maintained grounds that are very easy to
navigate. It boasts a fishing pond as well as a fishing dock. There is
also a dirt road, creek, bridge, and several large rocks for posing near
and on.
Wheeler Historic Farm
6351 South 900 East Murray UT
Offers indoor as well as outdoor photo locations. The main barn has
beautifully crafted wood banisters, staircases, and floors. Outside
there are creeks with little bridges, buildings, wagons.... basically
anything you would find on a farm! The animals on the farm help make
some cute candid moments, especially for the kiddos!
Ogden/Davis County Areas
Antelope Island
Although not necessarily fun to swim in, the Great Salt Lake
makes for great beach pictures. Because of the harsh lighting cast off
of the water during the middle of the day, the best times to use this
location would be early morning and dusk. *
Union Station
2501 Wall Ave. Ogden UT
The trains make for a fun engagement shoot.*
MTC Botanical Gardens
1750 Monroe Blvd, Ogden
Lots of flowers, bridges, a river... beautiful*
Flying J
40th & Harrison
Rustic looking wood walls and brick.*
Blue Colored Wall
American Legion, 845 W 24th St., Ogden
Bright, blue walls are one of my favorite to photograph on. This wall
will give you a clean, crisp look, and complement all skin tones.
Green Colored Wall
470 S Main Street, Bountiful
This color is the perfect palette to Photoshop - bright and happy, or soft and dreamy. It will go with all looks!
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