OHS Cheerleaders

This is a photoshoot I look forward to every year, the Orem High School Cheerleading squad! I remember back when I cheered for Orem, our team pictures were nothing more than our coach snapping our picture in the new lounge with her point-and-shoot. My senior year, we brought in this expensive photographer with his cheesy backgrounds and heavy-handed makeup artists. Our parents forked out way too much money for pictures that didn't even look like their daughters.

If you're a member, mother of or coach of a high school team (cheer, dance, soccer, etc) interested in pictures, contact me via e-mail (jessie@jessiealexisphotography.com) or phone (801-602-9544) for a special group rate.

Jessi's Bridals

Warning: Contents may be too hot to handle!

Jessi is a sweet girl, a beautiful bride with plenty of personality! I am counting down the days to her wedding, which I'm sure will be an awesomeness overload.

Dress: David's Bridal
Flowers: Flowers on Main
Shoes: Head over Heels

Sydney Elizabeth

There is something so perfect about a newborn. They are tiny, pure and innocent. And they always smell oh so good. Taking Syndey's picture was such a challenge, not because she wasn't the perfect model (she was) but because I was so tempted to pick her up and run, keep this perfect infant for my own. But I knew my friend Linne would probably not appreciate that. And really, I'm not really in the mood for a criminal record either. So instead, I'll just share these pictures with you, so you can understand my temptation.

Picture times!

One questions I'm constantly asked is, "what time should I take my _____ photos?" While these are my best suggestions, I realize that not everyone's schedule can fit into these ideal time frames.


Maternity Photos


Ideally, maternity photos should be taken in the 7th to 8th month of pregnancy. At this stage, the belly is large but not quite to the "I just may pop any second now!" stage.

Newborn Photos

Newborn photos should be taken within the first two weeks of birth. At this point, the infant is still lethargic, moldable, tiny and cute as a button. It's ideal if the infant is sleeping, but an alert baby is just as swoon-worthy as a sleeping one.

Family Photos

While family photos can be taken any time, most families are wanting a picture for their Christmas cards. If this is the case, now is the time to schedule something! Mid-September to Mid-November is the ideal time frame for these photos. Weather hasn't turned too cold yet, and that give plenty of turn around time to get your photos.

Senior Photos

Senior photos are typically taken in the end of summer, before school has started or shortly after or in the spring before school ends. It depends on if your school needs them for the yearbook, or if they're just for your graduation announcement.

Engagement photos

Because wedding announcements/invitations should be sent out around 6 weeks before the big day, engagement pictures should be taken at least 2 weeks prior to that. Although this is ideal, I understand sometimes with engagement lengths and such, 8 weeks prior isn't always an option.

Bridal photos

Bridal photos can be taken anytime during the engagement up to two weeks prior to the wedding. This allows for processing and printing time so you can have those beauties displayed at the reception. Again a lot of this is depending on length of engagement and when dress alterations are done, and I am more than willing to work within a tight schedule.

Wedding day photos

OK, this is a no-brainer, but I just wanted to give a sneak preview of a fun wedding I shot recently!

Brooke + Reyn: Married!

It was an honor to be a part of Brooke and Reyn's wedding. I loved the venue, loved her dress and loved being able to capture their special day. Plus, don't you just love a man in uniform!?