Utah Family Photographer
Truly Photography is a Utah family photography team led by Kayla, with associates Val and Missy. We specialize in bright lifestyle family sessions—weekday-friendly times that fit real family life.
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Bright, warm, light-filled family photos for Utah families who want to feel like themselves—not stiff, not rushed, just connected.
Truly Photography is a Utah family photography team led by Kayla, with associate photographers Val and Missy. We specialize in lifestyle family sessions across the Salt Lake Valley and Utah County—weekday-friendly times that fit real family life.
Why families choose Truly
Joyful posing
We’ll guide you through classic smiling portraits and easy prompts so you also get candid, joy-filled moments. Lots of direction, lots of compliments—you’ll feel comfortable and flattered.
Bright, light-filled images
We love light. Soft, flattering light for beautiful skin tones and sharp, timeless images you’ll hang on the wall for years.
Fast turnaround
Professionally edited galleries—typically within about 3 weeks—so you can order prints and share with family without the long wait.
What a Utah family session looks like
Our lifestyle family sessions are simple and fun. We mix traditional posing with natural prompts so your gallery has both the “everyone looking at the camera” shots and the real snuggles, giggles, and in-between moments.
Before your session we’ll send favorite location ideas based on light, color, and accessibility. You choose what feels right for your season.
- Up to 1 hour
- Family, sibling, parent, and individual combinations
- 50+ edited images in an online gallery
- Printing rights included
We’re weekday-focused whenever we can be—easier on little ones and often better light and quieter locations.
Family session pricing
- Kayla (owner): $625
- Associate (Val or Missy): $425
Includes up to 1 hour, up to 6 people ($10 per person after 6), 50+ images, online gallery, and printing rights. $100 due to book; 7.1% sales tax added. Travel fees may apply outside a 15-mile radius (from $75). Albion Basin sessions +$75 in season.
Full details: Pricing
Utah family photo locations we love
From mountain meadows and foothill trails to parks, open fields, and greenhouse magic, we shoot all over the Wasatch Front. Tell us the vibe you want and we’ll match a location that flatters everyone.
Areas we serve
- Herriman photographer
- Lehi photographer
- Draper photographer
- Sandy photographer
- South Jordan photographer
- South Jordan family photographer
Also exploring: Utah newborn photographer · Mini sessions
Family photography FAQ
Do you only shoot weekends?
No—we focus on weekday sessions so your shoot feels calm and available.
Can grandparents or bigger groups join?
Yes—sessions include up to 6 people; add $10 per person after that.
Kayla or an associate—how do I choose?
Same bright lifestyle style across the team. Kayla is $625; associates are $425. We’ll help you pick based on dates and preference.
How long until we get photos?
Typically within about 3 weeks in a professional online gallery.
What should we wear?
Coordinated, not matchy-matchy—neutrals and soft textures photograph beautifully. We’ll send outfit tips after you book.
Ready for family photos that feel like you? Contact us to book.
What’s included in your family session
Every lifestyle family session is built the same way—bright, warm, and easy to hang on the wall. Here’s what you can count on:
- Up to 1 hour of guided posing and natural prompts
- Up to 6 people included (add $10 per person after that)
- 50+ professionally edited images in a private online gallery
- Printing rights so you can order albums, wall art, and gifts anywhere you like
- Outfit tips and a short location shortlist before your date
- Family, sibling, parent, and individual combinations in one session
- Weekday-friendly scheduling when we can (often quieter light and calmer kids)
- Gallery delivery typically within about 3 weeks
Full investment details live on our pricing page. A $100 booking fee holds your date; sales tax and any travel fees are added at booking.
How a Truly family session works
We keep the process simple so you can show up and enjoy the hour.
1. Book
Reach out through our contact form. Tell us your preferred dates, how many people are coming, and whether you’d love to work with Kayla or an associate. We’ll hold your date with a $100 booking fee.
2. Prep
After you book, we’ll send outfit tips and a short list of location ideas that fit the light, season, and your family’s energy. You pick what feels right—we’re happy to help narrow it down.
3. Session day
You’ll get lots of direction and lots of compliments. We mix classic “everyone looking at the camera” portraits with easy prompts for snuggles, giggles, and real in-between moments. Sessions are up to one hour.
4. Gallery
Your fully edited online gallery typically arrives in about three weeks, with printing rights included so you can share and order prints right away.
Locations we love
We shoot all over the Wasatch Front. Below are the kinds of spots that photograph beautifully for families—exact recommendations for your city live on our city photographer pages.
- Foothill trails — Soft tree shade and mountain backdrop (think quiet canyon paths near the east side).
- Open fields — Golden grass and big sky for fall and late-summer sessions.
- Greenhouse / garden spaces — Soft light, greenery, and a cozy “always blooming” feel.
- Neighborhood parks — Easy parking, playground energy for little ones, and classic lawn portraits.
- Mountain meadows — Wildflowers and alpine light when the season lines up (Albion Basin sessions are +$75 in season).
- Urban brick & tree-lined streets — Clean backdrops and soft evening light for a modern lifestyle look.
- Lakeside paths — Reflective water and open walkways for a calm, airy gallery.
Want the best spot near you? Start with your city page—Herriman, Lehi, Draper, Sandy, or South Jordan—and we’ll match light and accessibility for your date.
Kayla or an associate—how to choose
Every Truly photographer shoots the same bright, warm lifestyle style. You’re choosing capacity, dates, and investment—not a totally different look.
Book with Kayla
$625
Kayla is the owner and lead photographer. Choose her when you specifically want her eye, or when her calendar lines up with your ideal date.
Book with an associate
$425 — Val or Missy
Associates are the flexible, weekday-friendly option for many families. Same guidance, same bright editing, often more date options—especially midweek.
Not sure? Tell us your must-have dates in the contact form and we’ll recommend the best fit. Full details are always on pricing.
Extended family & bigger groups
Grandparents, cousins, and multi-household crews are welcome. Your base session already includes up to 6 people. After that, add $10 per person—simple math, same hour, same gallery quality.
We’ll help you plan outfits and posing so everyone gets classic group shots plus smaller combinations (siblings, cousins, parents with grandparents). Mention your headcount when you inquire so we can keep the flow calm and complete.
Kind words from Utah families
Kind words from Google
“Holy Moly. Loved our time with Kayla! In a saturated market it's really easy to find a photographer, but not one that will not only give you quality, but will give you a great experience too. Do not hesitate to hire her! She is worth every penny and more. I found her from Pinterest and I was so thrilled. We instantly became friends and my husband and baby loved her too! Even though it was just a short session we ended up with so many photos we loved! I felt like I looked great, her poses we natural but I wasn't awkward and she had awesome direction. We smiled and laughed the whole time. She was easy to communicate with the whole time, got everything to us in a timely matter, and our expectations were set and there were no surprises.”
— Amy (Google)
“Kayla was absolutely a dream to work with! We got our images back and I've never been so impressed with a photographer in my life! She is worth the investment and I will treasure these photos for a life time, she made our session so fun and was extremely patient with our 2 little ones! We will definitely be returning clients her level of service is top notch!!!”
— Kylie (Google)
“Kayla was wonderful to work with! I can't say enough good things about her! Not only is she beautifully talents she is also so kind and really cares about her clients. We hired her to take photos of our huge extended family (over 30 people) which is of course a challenge but she handled it so professionally. We had issues with dates and times and she was so flexible and understanding. And we got our photos back within days, which was so great! We loved her so much that my cousin then hired her for her whole wedding! I would recommend Kayla to anyone and everyone!”
— Courtney (Google)
Exploring other Truly sessions?
Many families book more than one season with us. Here’s where to go next:
- Mini sessions — shorter, seasonal dates when you want something quick and fun
- Utah newborn photographer — cozy studio or in-home sessions for those early weeks
- Utah Fresh 48 photographer — soft hospital-day details in the first ~48 hours
- Utah maternity photographer — bright lifestyle bump sessions (studio or outdoor)
Ready to book your family session? Or peek at current pricing first—whichever feels easier.