Photography by McKenzie

Photography 101! It's back! My photography class!

2012-02-06T16:09:00.000-08:00

I had SO much fun with my last class that I just had to do it again. In fact, I've had a lot of people call and ask when it would be offered again. So here it is ladies and gents. The Photo 101 class is back!

Offered every Wednesday night in the month of March at 7 pm.

When you leave this class you will feel comfortable shooting in manuel. No more automatic mode for you! You'll also learn some fundamentals when it comes to Photoshop. Who could want anything else?

Call me asapy so I can put you on my list. Oh yes... the list.

Sincerely,

McKenzie Deakins

801-427-4068

Myers Family

2011-12-14T02:08:00.000-08:00

Hooray for family sessions. I love getting a taste of shooting family sessions when Greg can't. Hee hee. Especially when it's my good friends Carly and Kevin. Love them! And their little girls are so easy to photograph. Thanks you guys! You can't even tell how ridiculously cold it is.

Vintage Fall Inspiration Shoot

2011-11-08T12:55:00.000-08:00

Wow! This was a last minute session. In my mind I had planning on doing another inspiration shoot in the fall, but it just snuck up on me. :) I had a week to put together this session before the weather turned on me.

I called Calie first and we brainstormed. She had this great idea for the unexpected fall color scheme. She is so creative with her floral arrangements so I knew that she would have some ideas for the dinner setting. I also wanted to have another scene that showed more of a casual vintage swank. The awesome radio that the groom is holding in the couch scene is my husband's Grandpa's radio from back in the day. He was up in Spokane recently and saw that they were going to throw it away. I'm so glad that he grabbed it. It actually still works. The milk glass pieces were my Grandma's. I LOVE love them! When I saw the stunning floral arrangements in them I tried not to tear up. I thought how wonderful it would have been to show her that I used them in this shoot.

Models...

I found the bride model (Teresa) in Costco, specifically the food court. I was there buying myself a delicious hot dog with sauerkraut. I saw her fabulously stunning curly hair and her smily precious eyes. I approached her and asked if she had ever modeled. She said she hadn't, but was completely willing. I love Teresa's look because it's unique, and I knew that she would photograph well.

Loren Peterson (groom model) was in a couple of classes of Greg's at UVU. He was so willing to work with me and I appreciate him missing his classes on the day of the shoot. You're awesome Loren!

Is there anything more beautiful than a delicately designed dessert? La Jolla Groves went above and beyond. Calie and her husband Matt picked them up and treated them like their 6 newborn children. It was so funny to see how precious they were to them. Hahahaha! I was able to get some stunning images of the desserts. After the shoot we all chose a dessert and ate them. I chose the creme brule. Fabulous.

Mollie with Polka Dot's and Daises put the cherry on top of this session. She added the sweet details that pulled it together and made it perfect. Thanks Mollie! I'm a fan.

It was SO cold! It had been 60 degrees and then this one day was cold. Nice. Of course that's my luck when it comes to these things. When I shot my spring inspiration shoot in the orchard it was the last of the freezing days before the warmth came. Oh well... I just felt bad for my models.

In all, I think this session turned out so unique and beautiful. If I had anything to saw about Autumn and Fall this is what it would look like. The end.

Photography: Photography by McKenzie, McKenzie Deakins, 801-427-4068, mckenzie@photographybymckenzie.com www.photographybymckenzie.com

Floral Artistry: Calie Rose Floral and Design. Calie Williams, 801-367-8717, http://www.calierose.com/

Invitation Design: Polka Dots and Daises, Mollie Openshaw, http://www.polkadotsanddaisies.com/

Hair and Makeup: Utah Bridal Makeup, Cara Williams http://www.utahbridalmakeup.com/

Location: Wadley Farms, http://www.wadleyfarms.com/

Desserts provided by: La Jolla Groves, http://lajollagroves.com/

Bridal Gowns: Avenia Bridal http://www.aveniabridal.com/

Tux: Mens Warehouse http://menswarehouse.com/

Antiques provided by: Jeanne Harrison

Bride Model: Teresa Cordero Belliard

Groom Model: Loren Peterson

Wedding Photography class- Fabulous Photos

2011-10-18T22:10:00.000-07:00

I wanted to share some photos that my cute class shot. Here are the best from some of my wedding photo students.

Jennifer Stafford

Alyssia Baird

If you want to see the photos I took them go to my Facebook page.

www.facebook.com/photomckenzie

Facebook now

2011-10-18T22:06:00.000-07:00

Hi all-

So here's the dealio yo. That sounded so stupid, but I've decided not to delete it. I plan to have a new blog and website all set up and designed by the beginning of the new year, so most of my postings have been put on my facebook page. If you'd like to see a LOT of weddings and postings then visit me at....

www.facebook.com/photomckenzie

I'll continue to post on my blog, just not maybe as frequently. Thanks for following me.

McKenzie Deakins

Utah Wedding Photographer

www.photographybymckenzie.com

10 days only!

2011-09-27T15:39:00.000-07:00

Ok, so now that it's official that Greg has taken over family portraits, I am giving everyone one last chance to book their family photo session with me. I have 10 days that are available for these special last chance sessions.

The pricing is a bit different for these 10 days. Every session will be priced at $295, and can include up to 35 individuals. This will include the 2 hour session with all of the fabulous full resolution images on disc. It also includes a 16x20 enlargement and a custom designed holiday card.

Recap

$295 includes...

2 hour session

All full resolution images on disc

16x20 custom wall portrait

Custom designed holiday card

Here are the dates and times that I have available. Please email me with your choice of date and time. Thank you! mckenzie@photographybymckenzie.com

These are the dates and times left.

October 24 - 10 am

October 25 - 10 am

I'm so excited for these sessions. Thanks for all of my friends and family who care enough to look at my little ole blog.

McKenzie Deakins

Utah Wedding and Family Photographer

www.photographybymckenzie.com

mckenzie@photographybymckenzie.com

Greg (the new portrait photographer)

2011-09-27T12:48:00.001-07:00

I have officially passed the portrait session torch to my husband Greg. I was spending so much of my time with wedding photography that I wasn't doing my best with baby, family, and portrait photography. I want to do it all,but nope... can't. :)

So Greg will be taking over all of my portrait sessions for baby, family, and portraits. Greg is an amazing photographer. He's been shooting as long as I have, and makes all of the ridiculous noises that I do to get kid's attention. He has a great attention to detail and loves working with kids and babies. I have all the confidence in the world that he'll be wonderful with all of my clients.

This is some of Greg's work. I know, he's amazing.

Like his page on Facebook. http://www.facebook.com/gregdeakins

While you're at it... like my page of facebook. http://www.facebook.com/photomckenzie

As the busy family portrait season approaches, I wanted to kick off Greg's schedule with a bang! I usually offer a 25% fall special, but this year we'll be offering 30% off our retail pricing for family portraiture. See below for details.

Each portrait or family session includes all full resolution. Typical photo sessions will have around 150 stunning images to choose from. Those images will be in full color. You will also receive our favorites from the session saved in black and white and a vintage tea stain as well.

1 individual $125 - Sale Price $87.50

2-3 individuals $195 - Sale Price $136.50

4-9 individuals $225 Sale Price $157.50

10-19 individuals $325 Sale Price $227.50

20+ individuals $425 Sale Price $297.50

Custom Holiday card design - $25 Sale Price $17.50

Here are dates and times that Greg has open from now until Thanksgiving. There are two times per day that work great for lighting. 10 am and 5 pm. The light in the morning is delicious. I'm just sayin'.

Please email Greg will your choice of date and time as well as how many individuals are in your family. He will be in contact with you in regards to all the fun details.

Greg Deakins

801-687-8683

greg@gregdeakins.com

http://www.gregdeakins.com

Sept 30 - 10 am, 5 pm

Oct 3 - 10 am, 5 pm

Oct 5 - 10 am, 5 pm

Oct 7 - 5 pm

Oct 10 - 10 am, 5 pm

Oct 12 - 10 am, 5 pm

Oct 24 - 10 am, 5 pm

Oct 26 - 10 am, 5 pm

Oct 28 - 10 am, 5 pm

Oct 29 - 2 pm

Nov 2

- 10 am, 5 pm

Nov 4 - 10 am, 5 pm

Nov 5 - 10 am, 5 pm

Nov 7 - 10 am, 5 pm

Nov 9 - 5 pm

Nov 11 - 10 am, 5 pm

Nov 12 - 10 am, 5 pm

Nov 14 - 10 am, 5 pm

Nov 15 - 5 pm

Nov 16 - 10 am, 5 pm

Nov 18 - 10 am, 5 pm

Nov 19 - 10 am, 5 pm

Nov 21 - 10 am, 5 pm

Nov 22 - 5 pm

McKenzie- the bride

2011-09-23T10:20:00.000-07:00

It's so strange when I book a bride with the name McKenzie. It's not an incredibly common name, so I'm not used to hearing it so often on a wedding day. :) It kinda throws me off. Not only is her name McKenzie, but her groom's name is Greg. Wha! For those of you who don't know my husband's name is Greg as well. Madness! Here's another one... her sister's name is Kylie, and my step-sister's name is Kylie. Right? Crazy.

I LOVED shooting McKenzie's bridals. We shot at the Harley Davidson store in Lindon and then went to the beautiful orchard. I shot in the morning for this session. I love using the strong morning light. I usually don't book sessions in the morning because frankly, I'm not a morning person. At the Harley Davidson store the workers/biker dudes were so awesome. They let me use this brand spankin' new Harley to use as a prop. It has 3 miles on it. The marketing manager came down and wanted in on the fun too. So, may see one of these images hanging in the Harley Davidson store. Thank you Harley Davidson dudes for being so rad.

McKenzie Deakins

Utah Wedding Photographer

www.photographybymckenzie.com

mckenzie@photographybymckenzie.com

Utah Bride Blog - Red Rock

2011-09-20T08:36:00.000-07:00

See me on Utah Bride Blog! This morning Alex and Natalie's bridal/groomal session was posted on Utah Bride Blog. What a gorgeous couple. :)

http://www.utahbrideblog.com/photography/red-rock-groomals-natalie-alex/

Austin and Ashley

2011-09-19T22:49:00.001-07:00

One of my most favorite wedding so far this year. I loved how Ashley has such an attention to detail. She had it all down to the knickers that the little boys were wearing. She looked stunning and everyone was having a fantastic time. LOVE this! LOVE!

location: Salt Lake Temple, reception at Gardens At Dry Creek (Lehi)

colors: Coral, Yellow, Blue and purple

themes,: Romantic Vintage

all bridal party attire,
Bride: Sottero & Midgley, The Bridal Center.
Bridesmaids: All hand made by Velma Evans. Fabric: Hancock, designed by Ashley Langford
Groomsmen: Mens Warehouse
Flowergirls: Handmade by Lynette Langford
Ring bearer: Handmade by Lynette Langford

Florist: Sweet Briar Cove (Salem)

Catering: Lou Crandall with Savory Catering

How did we meet? Our best friends got married while Austin was serving a mission for the LDS church and when he got home they decided to set us up. We went on a double date and the rest is history!

Best part of the evening: My favorite part was dancing with all of our family and friends! The DJ was so much fun and it was just one big party.

Cake: Rare Occasion Cakery

Event Planner: Elisha Hudson, Design By Me

Entertainment: Spin Doctor, M.D

hair & makeup, Ashley Williamson, "I do..." Hair. Daphni Davis, MAC

decor/rentals, We rounded up all of our neighbors and friends old vintage tea pots and vases to try to make it eclectic with keeping the cost down. The doors we used for our backdrop we rented from our photographer, Photography By McKenzie.

bridal gown & accessories, The Bridal Center, Sottero & Midgley. Jewelry from Macey's.

invitations: Wave Publishing (Heber)

McKenzie Deakins

Utah Wedding Photographer

mckenzie@photographybymckenzie.com

Kallee

2011-09-09T10:44:00.000-07:00

When Kallee stepped out of the car I was dying for her dress. I actually had another bride who had this same dress, but it had custom sleeves on it. This dress was SO flattering on Kallee. She had her hair done to perfection! I was so impressed with the props that she brought. Her table paired perfectly with my antique pink and cream chair. Her Mom was so great. She brought the glass and filled it with pearls. I thought it was such a cute detail.

Thank you Kallee for having such attention to detail. It really makes a difference in the final product. Can't wait for the big day!

McKenzie Deakins

Utah Wedding Photographer

www.photographybymckenzie.com

A few spots left for classes!

2011-08-25T09:47:00.000-07:00

I have 3 spots left in the Photo 101 class and 5 spots left in the Wedding Photography class. Call me soon to reserve your seat!

McKenzie Deakins

801-427-4068

Wedding Photography class! It's here!

2011-08-10T10:50:00.000-07:00

It's class time!
Here's your chance to know everything I know about weddings. I have been shooting weddings for 7 years now, and I am giving you the chance to bypass my trial and errors.

This class will be absolutely amazing. AMAZING! We'll go over technical questions about off camera flash, and how to light a reception multiple ways. How to manipulate natural lighting and working with the worst lighting conditions. I plan to shoot an engagement session with the class and process the photos and then see the final product in print. Here's the best part... you get to shoot a wedding with me too! Bring your camera and notebook to each session. This is worth every penny! See the flyer for more details.

McKenzie Deakins

Utah Wedding Photographer

www.photographybymckenzie.com

Photography 101! It's here! My photography class!

2011-08-04T22:28:00.000-07:00

Here it is ladies and gentlemen. My Photo 101 class. Hooray! I have had a lot of requests to teach a beginning photography course. So here it is. The details are in the flyer, but feel free to email me with any questions. mckenzie@photographybymckenzie.com

Call me to reserve your spot and pay for the course. You can pay over the phone with any major credit card.

I am so excited!

McKenzie Deakins

Utah Wedding and Portrait Photographer

www.photographybymckenzie.com

mckenzie@photographybymckenzie.com

Lance and Tiffany

2011-07-25T16:30:00.000-07:00

Tiffany didn't book me to photograph her reception. I wish I would have. I love going to receptions to see how they've decorated/utilized their photos. Oh well. :)

We did take another go at her bridal session. Because she was married in early early spring there weren't blossoms on the trees in the orchards. So we decided to try again after their wedding.

Lance is such a dude. He is one of the most handsome grooms that I've photographed.

McKenzie Deakins

Utah Wedding Photographer

www.photographybymckenzie.com

Josh and Melissa

2011-07-25T15:45:00.001-07:00

Josh and Melissa wanted their bridal session taken at the Salt Lake Temple as well as Thanksgiving Point so that they wouldn't need as much time for photos on the wedding day. They are from Las Vegas, so we shot this session 2 days before their wedding day.

I am so excited to process their actual wedding day images. It was SO gorgeous. SO gorgeous! I just wanted to blog these photos to give you a bit of a taste.

Dress: Maggie Sottero

McKenzie Deakins

Utah Wedding Photographer

www.photographybymckenzie.com

Harvey Family

2011-07-25T15:29:00.000-07:00

Little brother fell and cut his lip open. It was so dramatic and sad. He was smiling and happy again within 5 minutes.

Dawn teaches ballet, and needed new shots to put on her dance studio's website. I LOVE toe shoes with jeans. If I could go back and do anything more with my life it would be to be a ballerina who could wear toe shoes. I wouldn't even care if I was very good. I just want to put them on and stand on my toes. Yes, what a good idea.

Shera Taylor (my album designer) is sister's with the Harvey Family. She actually gave her sister this photo session for Christmas. What an amazing present! I would love it if I got a professional family photo session as a present.

This little family was so fun to be around. The littlest one would hold my hand and walk with me to the next location. He had the funniest personality. When I was taking his photos, I was just talking to him and shooting him talking back to me. I ended up with some hilarious shots.

McKenzie Deakins

Utah Wedding Photographer

www.photographybymckenzie.com

LJ and Whitney

2011-07-25T15:18:00.000-07:00

The big day came for Whitney and LJ. I absolutely love Whitney's laid back style. She was so carefree on her wedding day and I could tell that she was enjoying every second of it. They make such an adorable couple.

They had their reception on a different day in Vernal. I ran into an evil snow storm mixed with a thick fog. I seriously thought I was going to die. I had no cell service, and no radio. My CD player is broken so I started singing ABBA and Queen to take my mind off of my looming death. Terror!

Thanks LJ and Whitney! You have fantastic families!

McKenzie Deakins

Utah Wedding Photographer

www.photographybymckenzie.com

Lindsie Elwood

2011-07-25T15:12:00.000-07:00

Lindsie is my cousinish. :) She's my husband's cousin, but I call her my cousin. We shot these awhile ago, but I forgot to blog them.

I had this feather hair piece in my car. Ellie wore it on Sunday a couple days before we shot this. It matched her personality and looked fabulous. I am really so proud of her. She's on student council, and plays a musical instrument (I can't remember which one), she is athletic and is super gorgeous. I'm so happy I'm related to her. Good luck out there in the big world!

McKenzie Deakins

Utah Wedding Photographer

www.photographybymckenzie.com

mckenzie@photographybymckenzie.com

Ashley and her flower girls

2011-07-17T23:39:00.001-07:00

Ashley loved the personal session I did with the 3 brides in the orchard so she recreated it with her little flower girls.

http://photobymckenzie.blogspot.com/2011/05/mckenzies-bridal-tea-party.html

Ashley brought some cute decor and I brought the rest. She made these adorable books. They ripped off the covers, soaked them in water, then dried them in the dryer. On some of them they used paint or stain to give them more character. Finishing the cuteness by wrapping a ribbon around them. Yes yes!

Our doors were made to look old by my super duper talented brother BJ Harrison. He creates and designed sets for movies. For reals! The movies! He did any amazing job. We have a total of 6 vintage doors that can be hinged together and used as a backdrop at your wedding reception. If you'd like to rent these doors from us, then email me or greg. gregorydeakins@gmail.com The rental fee is $150. We will set them up and take them down. There is no travel fee for Utah County. If you are a current bride then you can rent them from us for $125 instead. :)

Dress: Maggie Sottero

Cupcakes: Cupcake Chic

Tea Set: Jeanne Harrison

McKenzie Deakins

Utah Wedding Photographer

www.photographybymckenzie.com

Camille

2011-07-14T00:25:00.001-07:00

I have never seen a more stunning sunset.

You love this bracelet! This bracelet was expensive... oh yes... expensive.

I love the diversity of this shoot. We were able to shoot with the reflection of the lake, with cloud cover, dense green weedy things, then ending with a brilliant sunset.

I loved shooting this session. Minus the ridiculous amounts gnats that moved with us. UGH! Filth! Dead birds! Ah! Why does the Great Salt Lake have to smell so horrific. At least it's good lookin'.

Camille, thank you for getting it right. Like I always say, it's so much easier to photograph a wedding when everything is right. And that's all I'll say about that...

You are also so fabulous to photograph because you're a dancer. Your posture and your precious pointed toe... I am SO excited for your wedding!

McKenzie Deakins

8014274068

Utah Wedding Photography

mckenzie@photographybymckenzie.com

Case Family

2011-07-05T22:39:00.001-07:00

What I LOVED the most about this family was that they were so genuine. Every expression was real. Both Matt and Devon were relaxed which helped their kids feel at ease. Even though it was a colder day they still smiled and laughed and giggled.

The wind was madness! It would be calm for just a minute, then pick up so fast! This was such a dark cloudy day.

Precious precious hand!

This is one of the last family sessions I've done and probably will do, for awhile at least. I am really trying to focus all of my energy on weddings, so Greg (husband) is shooting all families and portraiture. I traded with the Case family for their services so that's why I still shot this session. They own Candy Clouds Company. They catered the cotton candy for Ellie's 4 year old, carnival themed birthday party.

Devon is absolutely amazing when it comes to designing the cotton candy. I was so impressed with them. I honestly think that adding a cotton candy bar to your wedding reception is a must!

Matt and Devon Case

Candy Clouds Company
"making life sweet & fluffy"
801 228 0YUM
candycloudscompany.blogspot.com

McKenzie Deakins

Utah Wedding Photographer

www.photographybymckenzie.com

mckenzie@photographybymckenzie.com

Mick and Michelle

2011-07-05T00:12:00.000-07:00

Yep, I stole this idea from someone else, but I made it my own. Ha!

Mick looks so angry pants in this shot. I love it! This is actually a reason why I like to shoot each session. I like to know if they feel comfortable doing the "no smile" or schmize shots. We'll have to see how Mick likes this one...

Mick and Michelle eat M&M's together because their names both start with M. I joined in on the fun since ma name starts with M too! Oh yes!

I LOVE this session because we had so many fun props to play with. I told them to bring some stuff and I brought some stuff and we just kept shooting. I actually forgot about the carmel apples, but I think we rocked it with everything else.

Strange coincidence. One of my first weddings I shot was for Mickey and Michelle, and they also loved M&Ms. Crazy, right? Anyway, I love these two. Go team!

McKenzie Deakins

Utah Wedding Photographer

www.photographybymckenzie.com

mckenzie@photographybymckenzie.com

Mark and Megan

2011-07-04T19:05:00.000-07:00

McKenzie,

I was just looking over our wedding pictures and I LOVE them. Thank you so much for taking such perfect pictures! I feel so lucky to have had such a talented photographer for our wedding. I tell everyone I know that they need to have YOU do their wedding.

Thanks again!
Megan

After we finished the group photos and started on the photos of the two of them it began to rain. It started by sprinkling then it turned into a steady rain. We shot under this overhang and then we decided we needed to get those important shots on the pedestal so we ran with our umbrellas. I think we ended up with some stunning images under this overhang. I love spring weddings with all of the blossoms and tulips, but I'm not a fan of the touch and go weather.

Dress: Gateway Bridal and Prom

Cake: Pastry Arts Barrani

Florist: Chic Design Studios - chicdesign.kw@gmail.com

Caterer: Have Party Will Travel

Reception: Le Jardin

When Megan came out of the temple and I first saw her dress, my mouth dropped open. I was in love! I LOVE it when I see a bride and she gets it. She understands what's correct and what's the 90's. I love how her cake mimicked her dress. That was my MOST favorite detail.

I also LOVED Mark. He is hilarious and super easy going. He was involved with picking the photographer, and he said the nicest things about me. Usually I don't hear too much from the groom, so this was definitely a nice twist. They are one of my favorite couples for sure.

Dustin and Dani

2011-06-21T00:23:00.000-07:00

The mosquitoes were SO dense that I constantly heard a buzzing in my ear. I was bitten all over my arms and feet and the poor groom ended up with a dead squished bloody one on his elbow.

Dustin has Hawaiian roots, so when I saw that there was a Hawaiian snow shack near the place where we were going to shoot I told them to meet me there first. I didn't realize it but they hadn't seen each other yet, so we had to stage a shot so they could see their reactions to how fabulous they looked. I love that it ended up being right in front of the shack.

I LOVE LOVE Dani's dress. It was so stunning. She had a gorgeous mocha band under the bust line that added some contrast. She looks amazing! She was one of the unlucky brides that made it on to the "fainting bride list". So we had to cut one of the locations short and head to the next so she could eat and get blood back into her head. :)

Their wedding is Friday. I'm so excited to photograph this gorgeous and super fun couple. It's so refreshing to photograph and couple that is genuinely nice.

McKenzie Deakins

Utah Wedding Photographer

www.photographybymckenzie.com

Greg and Sky

2011-06-16T00:58:00.000-07:00

Greg and Sky are getting married this Friday, but we went today to shoot their temple photos because the actual wedding day is a little rushed and we wanted to be sure to get the essential photos.

Lindy Hughes of Extensions by Lindy did Sky's fabulous lash extensions. She actual filled mine today too. Anyway, Lindy's awesome and everyone should have lash extensions...

Greg and Sky are both around 6 ft tall. Greg is taller, but because they are both tall people and I am only 5 ft 4 in I had to be sure to always stand away from them while taking full body shots so that they were correctly proportioned. I also tried to have them sitting for a lot of shots so I could get the most flattering angles, and I tried to either stand uphill from them or stand on something to continually be higher.

I am super excited for their wedding. Their reception is at Sleepy Ridge and I LOVE shooting there. I live within walking distance, so I'm definitely a fan. Hooray!

McKenzie Deakins

Utah Wedding Photographer

www.photographybymckenzie.com

Austin and Ashley

2011-06-09T00:46:00.000-07:00

If you look like Ashley then you should always wear this fabulous shade of pink. I am in love with this color combo. We shot in the morning light. I'm not a fan of mornings, but I LOVE the direction of the sun in the morn. Thanks you two for being so fun and candid.

McKenzie Deakins

Utah Wedding Photographer

www.photographybymckenzie.com

Rachel

2011-06-07T01:20:00.001-07:00

Rachel is a cute model that I hired to shoot a small bridal session at Hotel Monaco in Salt Lake. I think these turned out fabulous.

McKenzie Deakins

Utah Wedding Photographer

mckenzie@photographybymckenzie.com

Kyle and Tina

2011-06-07T00:52:00.000-07:00

The weather was not my friend. We originally had scheduled their session and then at the very last second the weather turned on us and it started to rain. We didn't even get to shoot any photos or get out of our cars. Boo! We rescheduled for the one sunny day we had, and they were the first engagement session I had out of 3 that same day. It was a long day...

I LOVE style. I love when I get to photograph people with style and someday I will get to have it. :) Tina's outfit was so beautiful. I just love ya!

McKenzie Deakins

Utah Wedding Photographer

www.photographybymckenzie.com

McKenna

2011-06-07T00:47:00.001-07:00

McKenna's dress is from Gateway Bridal. I have had a lot of bride's say that they got their dress there. I LOVE their dresses. The fabrics are always fabulously delicious. Good job on the choice of dress.

I loved shooting McKenna. She was hilarious. I would tell her to spin around and jump and act all sorts of crazy and she totally did it! Her smile is infectious. Her wedding is next Friday. I'm so excited! She's an easy bride to photograph.

McKenzie Deakins

Utah Wedding Photographer

www.photographybymckenzie.com

Alex and Natalie

2011-06-07T00:33:00.001-07:00

What a darling couple! I booked Natalie's wedding back in January at the Grand America Bridal Fair. I grabbed her from the swarming brides and told her that I was to be her photographer... I know... I'm ka ka krazy! Anyway, I am SO excited about shooting her bridals. We are shooting on the red rocks in St. George. Hooray! I haven't done it yet, but I think it will be similar to shooting at the salt flats or the lavender fields.

Love ya!

McKenzie Deakins

Utah Wedding Photographer

www.photographybymckenzie.com

$55 children portrait special

2011-06-06T14:45:00.000-07:00

Hi everyone!
I am in crazy mad town now that the wedding season is here. I normally offer the $55 studio special in May, but I don't even know where that month went. So now June is here and we need to get your kiddles photographed!

I am actually not going to offer the special anymore, but my husband the amazing Greg Deakins is taking over. Hooray! Please click on this link to see pricing and available times.

http://gregdeakins.posterous.com/55-children-portrait-special

McKenzie Deakins

Utah Wedding Photographer

www.photographybymckenzie.com

Sean and Cristina

2011-06-03T00:58:00.000-07:00

Her dress! I am in love! The ruffles out the back were so fabulous and they mimicked her side ponytail. I love it when the bride gets it right. Thanks you two, and Sean you are hilarious and super fun to be around. You picked out a good one Cristina. :)

McKenzie Deakins

Utah Wedding Photographer

mckenzie@photographybymckenzie.com

Kent and Stacey

2011-06-01T23:06:00.000-07:00

Kent and Stacey were so easy to work with and I loved her entire wedding. I loved her dress. so stunning! It was also so fun to get to hang out with Zach and Emmie. Thanks so much for having me. Your both were so dang easy to photograph!

McKenzie Deakins

Utah Wedding Photographer

www.photographybymckenzie.com

mckenzie@photographybymckenzie.com

Matt and TIffany

2011-06-01T22:58:00.001-07:00

I loved this! Because they are such a super happy cute couple they had a hard time doing the "no smile" face. So we went all out and tried to do a ridiculously serious face. I loved it!

Canadians... eh? Yep! That's right. They are Canadians. I felt honored to be now known as an International Photographer... HAHAHAH! I'm such a nerdo sometimes. I totally capitalized International Photographer too. The best part about this session was that Tiffany wanted to have the word LOVE on the bottom of their shoes. When they sat down to point their toes up I noticed that the "L" was not an "L" at all. It was the number 1. I could not stop laughing! So we bent in the serifs and tried to make it look like an "l" instead. They were so candid and precious. Thanks you two cute Canadians, hope you visit our country again!

McKenzie Deakins

Utah Wedding Photographer

www.photographybymckenzie.com

mckenzie@photographybymckenzie.com

Postings on bride blogs!

2011-05-26T09:25:00.000-07:00

Check me out on the following bridal blogs. Hooray!

http://www.utahbrideblog.com/photography/tea-party-inspiration-shoot/

http://utahvalleybride.blogspot.com/2011/05/wedding-party.html

http://www.marryyoume.com/2011/05/bridal-tea-party.html

Peter and Christine

2011-05-18T00:51:00.000-07:00

Christine is the sister of the one and only Alison Dyer. Frankly I think Christine is the red headed version of Alison. I think she looks just like her. Christine wore her mother's wedding dress, so this is literally true vintage at it's finest. She did some altering on the neckline and sleeves to update it slightly. I LOVE her complexion. I LOVE her red hair. I LOVE her fabulous no smile face. I just loved how the vintage feel came through with the posing and location. Yay!

McKenzie Deakins

Utah Wedding Photographer

www.photographybymckenzie.com

Greg and Sky

2011-05-16T00:32:00.001-07:00

Who would have thought that shooting on a golf course would bring such gorgeous images. I LOVE Sleepy Ridge. Mainly because I live around the corner, but it is so beautiful. I love how these turned out. Fabulous! I think I say fabulous a lot...

McKenzie Deakins
Utah Wedding Photographer
www.photographybymckenzie.com
mckenzie@photographybymckenzie.com

McKenzie's bridal tea party

2011-05-14T21:01:00.000-07:00

This was a personal project of mine. I networked with models, and other wedding vendors to pull off this AMAZING session. Each year I try to photograph a personal project. I love doing this because it helps me step out of my norm, but more importantly, I get to have all the say in everything! I go to so many weddings each year. Some weddings get it right, and some don't... So that's why I wanted to put this session together. I was able to implement the fabulous wedding vendors and create some stunning images. (See below for vendor information).

I had so many people help me make this idea of mine come to life. When I approached each vendor they had no reservations and put all of their trust in me. All of the vendors exceeded my expectations and made it so easy for me. Greg (husband) spray painted the chairs and table that I bought on KSL. The table was $20, hee hee, and the chairs were $45 for all three. I bought the paper lanterns from Hobby Lobby. The doors were a backdrop from one of my Spring weddings. I bought them from that bride.

My models were amazingly gorgeous. Aisha is a friend of Lindy Hughes who did all of their eyelash extensions. Olivia is friend's with my sister-in-law, Christina Harrison. Jennica is my pride and joy. I photographed her back when I owned my D70s. So I LOVED to get her in a dress again.

Thank you SO much to Avenia bridal for allowing me to use your gowns. I wanted nothing but the best. Ashley and Caroline... I love you two! You two were so great to help the models get into the gowns and make them look great.

The hair and makeup was done to perfection! I could not have been more pleased with the outcome. Jocelyn, Maddie and Tiffany you ladies are fabulous! You have mad skills.

Averie! I wish I would have been able to chat more with you. I was dying when I saw their makeup. You are fabulous... just fabulous.

Alyssia Baird and Kristina Curtis were so wonderful to come and help me as associate photographers. They were able to capture some of the candid moments and backstage shenanigans. Thank you so much!

While the session was going on I looked around for a minute to see everyone. There were SO many cars parked and people touching up this and fixing that... I just loved that feeling. Near the end of the session, I stopped and said "I just don't want this to end!" Everyone else felt a little differently since it was SO cold! The model's hands were turning blue... Anyway, I had a great time, and I want to thank everyone involved. Especially my Mom for watching my kiddles the entire day. You are the unsung hero, and I love the shnot out of you!

Models-

Aisha Keala, Olivia Reynolds, Jennica Fehlsted

Photography-

Photography by McKenzie

McKenzie Deakins

801-427-4068

www.photographybymckenzie.com

mckenzie@photographybymckenzie.com

Bridal Gowns Provided By:

Avenia Bridal
Designer & Custom Gowns
228 E. University Ave.
Orem, UT 84058
801-373-0194
www.aveniabridal.com

Florist-

Calie Rose- Floral Event Design

Calie Rose Williams

801-367-8717

www.calierose.blogspot.com

info.calierose@gmail.com

Eyelash Extensions-

Extensions by Lindy

Lindy Hughes

702-533-4105

www.extensionsbylindy.com

Makeup-

Averie DelGrosso

801-885-8745

avethebabe@hotmail.com

Hair–

Amara - Day Spa, Salon, and Boutique
www.amaradayspa.com

Jocelyn Brown. 801-830-8396 jocelyn@amaradayspa.com
Tiffany Hutchings. 801-406-0149 tiffany@amaradayspa.com
Maddie Larsen. 801-226-2300 maddie@amaradayspa.com

Daniel and Madison

2011-05-14T20:55:00.000-07:00

Daniel Reid! Daniel is my best friend's brother. Yay! Congrats you two!

McKenzie Deakins

Utah Wedding Photographer

www.photographybymckenzie.com

mckenzie@photographybymckenzie.com

Garrett and Camille

2011-05-04T15:12:00.000-07:00

Attention! We have a celebrity here! Camille is an official FLASH Dancer. I know! At first it sounds a little scandalous, but in fact the Flash is a basketball team. I think... Anyway, SUPER fabulous, and she is fabulous! Garrett, it's good to have you too. :)

McKenzie Deakins

Utah Wedding Photographer

www.photographybymckenzie.com

Manuel and Tiffany

2011-05-04T14:47:00.000-07:00

Oh the weather... We shot the first part of their engagement session, then they went to change into their dressy up outfit. As I wait for them, the HAIL came down! Ah! Madness! It didn't stop either. So we rescheduled the second part of their session for another day. In all, the photos turned out fantastic! Manuel and Tiffany have the same smile. Their entire face smiles too. Precious!

McKenzie Deakins

Utah Wedding Photographer

www.photographybymckenzie.com

Mitchell Family

2011-05-04T14:29:00.001-07:00

The Mitchell Family needed some new photos. So who do the call? Yes, the answer is me. :)

I loved shooting their fam. It's so much easier when you only need to sing and dance for one child instead of 7... It was so sad because at the end of the session I told her to run back to her Mom and Dad and she tripped and fell. She cried and cried. I was so happy that we had finished.

It's such a small world. The Mitchell family were part owners of the Modbe Clothing line. I worked at Modbe clothing about 4 1/2 years ago. What a small world!

McKenzie Deakins

Utah Wedding Photographer

www.photographybymckenzie.com

Kaitlyn

2011-04-29T23:14:00.000-07:00

What a stunning senior! I know I wasn't this fabulous when I was a senior. I had so much fun with Kaitlyn. She was so easy to pose and was so candid. Thank you so much Kaitlyn for being so fabulous and fun to photograph. Gorgeous!

McKenzie Deakins

Utah Wedding Photographer

www.photographybymckenzie.com

Courting Miss Lancaster

2011-04-29T23:12:00.000-07:00

Another cover I shot for Covenant.

I heard that this book was a good one. I have a table cloth made out of the same fabric that this dress is made out of. They usually rent their costumes from Hale Center Theatre.

McKenzie Deakins

Utah Wedding Photographer

www.photographybymckenzie.com

Trespass

2011-04-29T23:09:00.000-07:00

Another cover I shot for Covenant Communications...

Trespass- Sandra Grey

See this link for the prequel to this book. My husband is on the cover! HAHAHAHA!

http://photobymckenzie.blogspot.com/2009/02/covenant-tribunal.html

McKenzie Deakins

Utah Wedding Photographer