Capturing Your Most Important Moments at the Bonneville Salt Flats

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Family of four holding hands in a circle on the Bonneville Salt Flats during a playful ‘ring around the rosy’ motion shot — Utah family photography by Veronica Charisse Photography
Family of four sitting together on the Bonneville Salt Flats during a relaxed outdoor session — Utah family photography by Veronica Charisse Photography

Picture this: You, your love, or your family in the middle of a massive, sun-soaked salt flat. The light’s perfect, the landscape is unreal, and your photos? Absolutely breathtaking.

This is no basic photoshoot—this is your moment, captured forever in the most epic backdrop you’ll ever find. Whether you’re eloping, celebrating an anniversary, or just wanting to remember a time in your life with some amazing photos, the Salt Flats will give you the vibe.

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Two young boys standing outdoors on a flat surface with mountains and a cloudy sky in the background. One boy is holding a large blue Snorlax plush toy on his head, and the other is holding a dragon-themed plush toy.

Why Choose the Salt Flats for Your Session?

The Bonneville Salt Flats are seriously unlike anywhere else—flat, open, and jaw-droppingly beautiful. It’s not just a spot to take pictures; it’s a place that brings out all the feels. Whether you’re planning a surprise proposal or capturing family moments or anything in between, the Salt Flats give your photos that extra wow factor. It’s also an experience to remember.

One-of-a-Kind Vibe:
The Salt Flats are otherworldly, with endless space and that perfect reflective surface that just makes the lighting unreal.

Golden Hour Glow:
The light here is straight-up magic, creating that soft, dreamy glow that’ll make your photos feel like they came out of a movie.

Perfect for Any Moment:
Whether you’re sharing an intimate proposal or having a blast with your family, the Salt Flats add the perfect touch to bring out your best moments.

Child Whisperer
I’m not just showing up with a camera—I’m bringing the calm in the chaos. I’ve got this way with kids (even the stubborn or shy ones) that helps them feel totally at ease. They open up, relax, and before you know it—we’re getting the real smiles, the genuine connections, the good stuff.

I’m all about making your session feel fun, low-pressure, and full of heart. The Salt Flats give us the dreamiest backdrop, and I’ll make sure your family shines in every frame.

If you want beautiful photos and an experience that actually feels like a good time for everyone—I'm your girl. 💛

What’s Included?

Here’s what you’re getting when you book:

When? 

We’ll select a time together, with golden hour as the crown jewel — when the light turns cinematic and the landscape feels otherworldly. The Bonneville Salt Flats are endlessly transformative, offering a new experience with each season.

From June through October, the flats stretch wide and dry, their textures creating a striking, sculptural backdrop. In contrast, November through May often unveils a shallow layer of water, turning the desert into a breathtaking mirror — reflecting both sky and subject in a way that feels dreamlike and surreal.

No two visits are ever alike. Each season gifts its own version of magic, ensuring your portraits are as unique as the landscape itself.

Where? 

Bonneville Salt Flats, Utah — arguably the most breathtaking canvas on earth.
It all begins with a story — yours. Maybe it’s the love you’ve built together, the season your family is in right now, or a milestone worth celebrating before it slips quietly into memory. Whatever chapter you’re writing, the way it’s told matters.

Out here, under cinematic light and on a landscape that shifts with every season, your story transforms into art — timeless, luminous, unforgettable.


An Investment in Your Legacy

A family of five standing outdoors on a bright, sunny day with mountains in the background. Salt Flats Photographer | Bonneville Salt Flats Photoshoot

The Golden Salt Experience

Pure Magic in the Light

$400

Perfect for families craving a short, beautiful story in golden light. Fast, relaxed, and intentionally simple.

Includes:

  • 15-minute session during prime light

  • Expert direction for natural posing and effortless connection

  • 8 hand-edited, gallery-ready images

  • Private online gallery with upgrade options for full collection

  • Wardrobe styling support

  • Complimentary print release for personal use

    Ideal for holiday cards, milestone updates, or quick refresh portraits.

Four children, two girls and two boys, sitting together on a flat surface outdoors at sunset, with mountains in the background. The children are smiling and hugging each other. Salt Flats Photographer | Bonneville Salt Flats Photoshoot

Salt & Sunset

Where the Day’s Last Light Becomes Art

$750

My most popular session — a refined experience designed for emotion, movement, and storytelling.


Includes:

  • Up to 45 minutes creating artwork

  • Wardrobe styling support

  • 20 hand-edited images with signature edits

  • Complimentary outfit change and styling assistance

  • Private online gallery + download rights for full-resolution files

  • $50 print credit toward fine-art products




    Perfect for families, couples, or seniors who value depth and intention over quantity.

Family of four playing on a flat, open landscape during sunset, with mountains in the background and a partly cloudy sky.

Endless Horizon

The Portrait Experience Without Limits

$1,200

For those who want it all — a cinematic experience crafted around artistry, movement, and story.

Includes:

  • 60–75 minutes of shooting (golden hour or sunrise)

  • Wardrobe styling support

  • 40 fully hand-edited, heirloom-quality images

  • Priority editing (2-week turnaround)

  • $150 fine-art print credit or album design consultation

  • Extended wardrobe access and up to three outfit changes


    Designed for families, maternity, or couples who crave legacy-worthy art, not just portraits.

✨ Please note: While each collection includes a set number of hand-edited portraits, most sessions naturally yield more beautiful moments than the included selection. Additional images — or even the complete gallery — are available as an add-on for those who wish to expand their story. This way, you’ll never have to leave a favorite memory behind. ✨

Family group of three generations standing together outdoors on a bright day with mountains in the background, all smiling and dressed in light-colored, casual clothing.

Legacy on the Salt Flats

Extended Family Session — Generations of Love, Captured

$1,200 base
+ $150/family

Includes:

  • 90-minute session with extended groupings (grandparents, adult children, cousins, etc.)

  • Up to 40 high-end edited images + option to add additional groupings ($150 per family unit)

  • Coordination and posing direction for large groups

  • $200 print credit toward framed art or heirloom album

  • Complimentary pre-session planning call

    The heart of your family’s story — captured for generations. Grandparents are free!

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Client Love

  • “These photos are everything. Veronica somehow made our family look like we belonged on a magazine cover. She handled the wind, the kids, the snacks—you name it—and the pictures turned out absolutely stunning. I’m in love with every single one. Worth the trip a thousand times over!"

    Jenna L.

    Family Session

  • “I planned a surprise proposal and Veronica somehow kept me calm and captured the moment perfectly. She guided us through the chaos of my nerves and made it all feel natural. When my fiancée cried seeing the photos, I knew we picked the right photographer.”


    Marcus T.

    Surprise Proposal

  • “My daughter is 4 and basically a tornado in a tutu—but Veronica was so patient and fun, and somehow caught the most stunning, dreamy photos at the Salt Flats. I don’t even know how she did it. She’s basically a photo wizard.”


    Ashley N.

    Child Session

  • “We were nervous because we’re both a little awkward in front of the camera, but Veronica made it feel like we were just hanging out together. Her direction was clear, her energy was amazing, and the photos? Jaw-dropping. I’ve never felt so beautiful.”

    Rachel C.

    Engagement Session

  • “Four families. Two toddlers. One grandma in a wheelchair. And Veronica didn’t just manage it—she made it feel easy. She honored my parents and made them feel special, while also wrangling the chaos of the grandkids. These are the kind of photos that will live on our walls forever.”

    Angela B.

    Multi-Generational Session

  • “My teens didn’t want to take pictures. I didn’t want to fight about it. Veronica somehow got them to laugh, pose, and actually enjoy themselves. When we looked at the gallery, they both said, ‘Okay yeah, these are cool.’ And that’s basically the highest praise from teenagers.”

    Daniel R.

    Family Session with Teens

  • “The Salt Flats were surreal, and Veronica knew exactly how to pose me so I felt like a goddess, not a bloated potato (iykyk). These photos are powerful and dreamy and everything I hoped for. I can’t wait to show them to our daughter someday.”


    Kelsey H.

    Maternity Session

  • “We had this whole cute proposal plan… and then the weather laughed in our face. Total chaos. But Veronica didn’t miss a beat—she stayed calm, hyped us up, and made us feel like it was all meant to happen that way. The proposal ended up being this perfectly imperfect, spontaneous moment right in the middle of our shoot—and somehow she caught it all. Like… how?? It gives me chills just thinking about it.”

    Michelle D.

    Surprise Engagement turned Couple Session

  • “The shoot started off dreamy… and then my toddler tried to run off with a chunk of salt like it was treasure. Veronica didn’t even blink—she just rolled with it, kept the vibe fun, and somehow got this gorgeous shot right after like nothing happened. She just gets kids and knows how to work with the chaos instead of against it.”


    Tara W.

    Family Session