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Salt Lake City, Utah photographer Carrie Owens specializes in creating contemporary and custom portraits of newborns, babies, children, and families. Based out of her Sandy, Utah home studio she is available on location in the greater Salt Lake area.

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  • Archive: ‘what to wear wednesday’



    winter family sessions | what to wear | salt lake city utah family photographer

    Wednesday, January 11th, 2012

    After living in Utah for almost 11 years, I think this winter goes down as the strangest one I’ve seen so far. One of the most exciting things to me about living in Utah isn’t the hot summers…it’s the snow!! Half the license plates in this town boast the “greatest snow on Earth!” and yet we just had what was said to be one of the driest Decembers ever. I want snow…and so do my clients. I’ve had several clients want winter white sessions, but have waited until we get a good snow. Well, hopefully there will be some snow to speak of soon…and not in April :)

    Once you’ve got that winter session scheduled…what do you wear? Below is a great example of a coordinated family that isn’t overly matchy-matchy. The group lends itself to a great look when everyone is together as well as good pairings and individual shots. Please remember to take a look at past what to wear ideas because even if the clothing isn’t what you have in mind or if you’re a family of 7 instead of an engaged couple – there are still great ideas on colors palettes and pattern mixing.

    what to wear family sessions in the winter

    family sessions | what to wear wednesday | salt lake city utah family photographer

    Wednesday, May 25th, 2011

    Finally…at the end of may there is finally a nice day out there. It’s been a struggle this spring. Too many rained out soccer and baseball games and practices. Too many hours spent indoors for school to actually be almost done for the kids. But we’re surviving and looking forward to some warmer days. I’m just hoping it doesn’t jump right into HOT Utah, but we shall see.

    Today’s what to wear idea is for a family of three, but remember, many of these ideas can be tailored for your particular family structure. And also, I’m more than happy to talk with you before your session to help with the ever daunting what to wear question that comes from families after booking their session. Not to worry…I’m here to help. And if you show up with a suitcase at your session, rest assured, you’re definitely not the first and won’t be the last. I love that part of my job and  am happy to help!

    I love the vintage look here in these clothes and love that there are layers and accessories as well. Accessories really help give an image depth and character, so don’t be shy about wearing a new necklace or scarf, a flower in your daughter’s hair. We can use these items to give your images variety as well as adding and removing layers.

    salt lake city utah family photographer what to wear ideas

    what to wear wednesday | salt lake city high school senior photographer | spring session ideas

    Wednesday, May 11th, 2011

    Graduation is just around the corner for high school seniors this year, but if you haven’t made the time yet for your senior portraits, it’s not too late! This is such an important time in your life and these images can showcase your personality. For this what to wear wednesday post I’m featuring some ideas for the high school senior girls. For senior sessions I always recommend outfit changes with layers and accessories to change up your looks in your images. Feel free to contact me prior to your session to talk more about wardrobe…for seniors, children or any type of session.

    what to wear for senior pictures in salt lake city utah

    what to wear wednesday | salt lake city family photographer | spring session ideas

    Wednesday, April 13th, 2011

    I really did think that after my last springtime photo what to wear post that the snow was almost done. And then I remembered that I live in Utah…and snow on the ground in April does happen. Like the big snow that we had last weekend. But hopefully another springtime photo session what to wear post will bring out the sunshine. This clothing grouping is great, because all four look great together, but if you just pull mom and dad aside, they will look good…or just the kids together, or just daddy and his little girl, or momma and her son. Remember those smaller groupings when planning out your outfits for your session. And also remember that if you’re stumped on what to wear, give me a call or send me an email and we can discuss your particular session!

    what to wear to your springtime photo session by salt lake city photographer

    what to wear wednesday | salt lake city utah family photographer | springtime photos

    Wednesday, March 30th, 2011

    Although I adore the snow…I mean really, really love it…I’m looking forward to springtime here in Utah. I’m looking forward to cherry blossoms and green grass, tulips and new leaves…and photo sessions that can take place outdoors. This week’s installment of what to wear wednesday showcases a family grouping, but remember, these ideas can easily be adapted for just the kids or for an engagement shoot or even a senior shoot. Think about your clothing choices as they relate to your current home decor and colors, think about the personality of the people being photographed…and remember, you can always bring several clothing options to your shoot!

    what to wear ideas for families in salt lake city utah

    salt lake city utah family photographer | what to wear wednesday | spring fashions

    Wednesday, March 2nd, 2011

    Welcome back to the what to wear wednesday posts with a little look into Spring. As much as I adore the snow here in Utah, once that sun starts shining and the snow starts melting I begin to get really excited for all of the new beginnings that Spring offers. I love the selection of outfits below and they can all be easily adapted for the people in your shoot. Notice how the colors all blend nicely together, yet are not to matching. Also remember when selecting outfits for your family to take into consideration all the children together, each child alone with each parent, the parents together and all family members together as well.

    salt lake city utah family photographer what to wear for spring

     

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    what to wear wednesday | salt lake city utah maternity photographer

    Wednesday, January 26th, 2011

    This weeks What to Wear Wednesday for carrieowensphotography is all about maternity…an idea for hubby and wife and also an older sibling if needed. Feel free to browse some of the other what to wear posts for other ideas that can easily be modified for your particular session. This example below could easily spark an idea for an engagement session or an entire family session based off of the two parent ideas shown.

    salt lake city utah what to wear ideas for maternity

    what to wear for babies + toddlers this winter | salt lake city utah baby + toddler photographer

    Wednesday, November 24th, 2010

    As the days get cooler and there is snow on the ground, deciding what to wear for your session for your young ones can be difficult. Take a look at past what to wear posts as well as this one to get ideas and inspiration for your own session…and remember, clothing changes during your session are encouraged as long as your little one can handle the changes. Also remember to think about layers and accessories, scarves and hats add great dimension to your images and also can give those little ones something to distract them.

    salt lake city baby and toddler photographer what to wear ideas

    baby, it’s cold outside | sibling what to wear wednesday

    Wednesday, November 10th, 2010

    brrr…it’s cold here in Utah. I love the snow and do love Winter, but I have to admit, I was kind of really loving the beautiful fall we had going there…here is a quick little what to wear idea for the little ones in your family. The colors and ideas would translate well to any family shoot and speaking of family shoots…have you scheduled yours yet?? There are still some spots open, so email me today!!

    salt lake city utah what to wear for siblings

    what to wear wednesday for kids in the fall | salt lake city utah children’s photographer

    Wednesday, October 20th, 2010

    For today there is another What to Wear Wednesday for carrieowensphotography…This week’s example again comes from the help of a photographer friend of mine Kelsey Anderson, who has created some great combinations to get your mind going in selecting your outfits for your session.

    salt lake city utah children's photographer what to wear ideas

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