Newborns
Welcoming your newest little loves
in-home lifestyle newborn photography
Capturing the everyday magic
maternity, motherhood, & annual family photos
Portraits
Celebrating life’s milestones
seniors, graduation, engagements, and bridal sessions
"Meg has such a gift as a professional photographer. She has such an eye for the use of natural light and is so encouraging and warm. We loved working with her and appreciated so much her fast turnaround time in getting our proofs to us. Couldn’t recommend more!"
Jenn
 
Megan Barnum,
Your Utah Photographer
 
Utah photographer & designer
 
I am Inspired by the beauty of God’s creations and the everyday moments that make life special. My goal is to bring joy to your world by capturing life’s in-between moments through timeless and heartfelt art.
 
 
Born and raised in Holladay, Utah
 
 
Got my first DLSR camera in 2015 and never looked back
 
 
Served a mission in Atlanta, Georgia
 
 
Married my husband Jake during covid in August of 2020
 
 
Got a BFA in Graphic Design
from UVU
 
 
In 2024 I got my dream job, being Mom to our little boy
 
 
9 Years of Professional Experience
 
More About Megan — My Story, Style, and What to Expect
I’m a Utah photographer based in the Salt Lake City area, and I’ve been capturing love stories, growing families, and life’s milestones since 2017. But my love for photography started long before that — with a little point-and-shoot camera in sixth grade and a mom who always understood the power of preserving a moment.
My style is timeless, genuine, and bright. I want your photos to feel like you — not like a trend. I want you to look back and remember your babies when they were little, the way your fiancé looked at you during your engagement season, or the joy of a milestone year. My goal is for your images to stand the test of time, without feeling stamped by a certain editing era.
When it comes to posing, I take a balanced approach. I provide thoughtful direction to give you those classic, smiling-at-the-camera shots, while also capturing the candid, in-between moments you didn’t even realize were happening — the laughter, the movement, the quiet joy.
I believe in loving people well, creating art with intention, and remembering the moments that matter most. Photography is more than snapping a picture to me. It’s art. It’s remembering. It’s preserving a stage of life so it can be passed down for generations — and that’s an honor I don’t take lightly.
 
Awards & Features
 
Utah Valley Bride Magazine Feature 2026
a Gold Placement in the IDA 2023 Design Awards
an AIGA 100 Show Winner
Award of Merit in Graphic Design at UVU
Creative Quarterly 72 Design Award
Megan has done family photos for us three times. She is kind and worked so hard to get our grumpy kids to smile - she is wonderful with kids. She is an excellent communicator and one thing I love about her work is that the photos are so crisp and the colors are so beautiful. I also feel like she has a talent for getting photos that look less posed and more candid and joyful.
CAssidy
a little look into my Pinterest board
If this feels like your vision— let's book your session
Photos featured in this moodboard are for inspiration and are not my own
"Megan Barnum is truly the cream of the crop. If you’re looking for a photographer who captures timeless photos, she is the one to book. I especially love the natural colors in her work and will treasure these photos forever... She is incredibly sweet, professional, and talented. The photos turned out beautiful, and the entire experience was worth every penny. I would absolutely book another session with her!"
CAndide
Made by Megan Barnum
Homemade Art &
Graphic Design
Ever since I can remember, I’ve been in love with creating. Art is where I feel closest to God, most inspired, and fully myself. From tracing and redesigning book covers as a kid to studying graphic design and photography in school, creativity has always been my constant. I’ve created this space to share my passion projects, paintings, designs, and everything in between.
Thanks for being here!