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I am a Utah-based Wedding Photographer and Commercial Photographer with delighted clients nationwide.
If you are a Utah bride local for a local Utah photographer near you or a bride across the nation looking for a fine art destination wedding photographer.
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66 customer reviews
Karla Villalobos
I highly recommend Samuel! The experience during my daughter’s photo session was amazing from beginning to end. From the very first phone call, he was incredibly flexible, professional, approachable, and had excellent communication throughout the entire process. During the session, he made my daughter feel completely comfortable and confident, and that truly shows in the final results because he was able to capture the very best of her in every single photo. The quality of his work is absolutely stunning. The photos came out beautiful, with amazing editing, lighting, and attention to detail. Honestly, his work exceeds that of many photographers who charge much higher prices and deliver far lower quality results. What impressed me even more was his kindness and understanding. My daughter accidentally forgot her graduation cap and gown, and instead of making it stressful, he immediately offered to schedule another mini session with that outfit so she wouldn’t feel overwhelmed or upset. That level of care and professionalism is rare to find. You can truly tell he is passionate about what he does, and that makes all the difference. We would absolutely work with him again and recommend him with complete confidence. More...
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Yemina Geroli
Sam was absolutely incredible as our wedding photographer! Not only is he super talented, but he also brought the best vibes to our day. He made the whole experience feel easy and fun, and it never felt forced or awkward. He did such an amazing job capturing all the little moments and emotions throughout the day. Looking through our photos brought everything back, and they turned out even better than we imagined. We’re beyond happy with how everything came out and are so grateful we chose Sam! More...
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Holly Sorensen
Highly recommend Samuel Photography. We hired him for our wedding, and from the moment we met him, he made everyone feel comfortable. He was personable, attentive to both us and our guests, and truly easy to work with. It honestly felt like reconnecting with an old friend. And his work speaks for itself. Absolutely incredible quality. More...
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Michelle Colledge
Samuel did an amazing job on our family photos. He’s a pro! Great with our kids and was on time and ready to go. The pictures were stunning and we all enjoyed working with him. We will be calling him again for future events for sure! Thanks Samuel! More...
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Heather Hewlett Cullimore
I met Samuel at my brothers wedding, he was so darling with all the kids and everyone at the wedding. I’ve been looking for a good photographer for years! My search has ended and I will never use anyone else again! Samuel was so darling and professional so engaging before and during and after the pictures. His prices are reasonable and fair. He is amazing at editing, he has an amazing eye for posing, lighting and positioning… My 6 kids loved him, my dog even loved him. Everyone in my family is obsessed with how the photos look. And having 5 girls with so many opinions… it is usually so hard to get everyone to be happy. We love our family pictures! We love Samuel! I will be recommending him to everyone I know. We love you! Thank you again for everything you did! More...
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Olivia Grose
Samuel is the by far the greatest photographer ever. He made our wedding day so fun. Not only does he capture outstanding photos but he brings such enthusiasm and energy to every gathering. He has such a bright light to him and knows how to connect with everyone! I am so glad we chose him to capture our story!! More...
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Julia Lance
Sam was the photographer for my daughter’s engagement photos as well as her wedding. He is hands down THE BEST! He is so fun to work with and his photos are absolutely stunning. We will be hiring him again in the near future!!! More...
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Kait Paulraj
We are still in awe of our experience with Samuel Gonzalez for our daughter’s wedding. His kindness, enthusiasm, professionalism, and gentle smile is someone you want by your side on your special day!
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Sara Lightner
Sam took the time to get to know something about everyone in our family so that he could connect with each of us to get great smiles. The whole session was a ton of fun. The pictures came out beautifully. We will definitely use Samuel Gonzales Photography again in the future! More...
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Jeanette Hutchinson Miller
My daughter's reception photos turned out gorgeous! Absolutely stunning! Samuel was so professional and personable with everyone. My daughter is thrilled with the pics. She can't stop raving about how perfect they are. We highly recommend Samuel Gonzalez Photography! More...
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Britta Sorensen
Samuel is gifted. He’s a visionary with masterful skills and the ability to capture more than just a moment. He is able to extract the essence of people and the dynamic between them. The results tell a story and showcase his talent. I really struggle with having pictures taken and searched for a long time to find someone who could capture us as us. HE NAILED our wedding pics and we’ve already pulled him in for another shoot. All of this AND he’s also a really warm, genuine human who cares for others and has a passion for what he does 💫 More...
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Brenda Parkinson
Samuel took photos of my two seniors and they turned out so beautiful! I highly recommend hiring Samuel for your photography work. You will come away with beautiful, artistic photos that capture the moments perfectly! More...
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Ethan Jillard
Sam was incredible at our wedding! He has an eye for framing all the magic! He made sure to talk with me and get the exact shots we needed. He also has great dance moves! 100% would hire again! More...
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Lakeyra Thomas
Samuel took my son’s senior pictures, and he was the picture of professionalism. He was communicative every step of the way and timely the date of the shoot. I wasn’t sure where I wanted to have the pictures taken. He made multiple suggestions, and he shared a link to his website so that I could see the locations, which was very helpful. The location I chose was a hotspot, but Samuel easily maneuvered around the other people and still got us some amazing shots. My daughter will be turning 16 this year, and I definitely plan on booking Samuel for her pictures as well. I look forward to working with him in the future, and I have already recommended his services to a few friends. More...
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Mike Naea
Sam was an absolute gem from start to finish! When I first reached out about my niece’s high school photo shoot, he was incredibly responsive and clear in his communication, guiding us seamlessly up to the day of the shoot. His talent truly shines through—he took the time to connect with my niece, making her feel so comfortable, which made the entire session a breeze. Sam’s warm, friendly approach and professionalism are unmatched, and the photos turned out amazing! I wholeheartedly recommend him and have already saved his contact for future shoots for my other nieces and nephews. Book Sam—you won’t be disappointed More...
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Tiffany Bonham Wood
Samuel took photos for the sale of my home, and they were stunning. His ability to capture the rooms and lighting was phenomenal. He was flexible and easy to work with. I will definitely be using him again! More...
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Sharae Udall
Wow, the photos he took turned out so great! I highly recommend and will use his work in the future! Very kind and easy to pose he has good recommendations and great communication. Thank you so much Samuel!
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Brittney Ball
We used Samuel for our wedding photos last week, and WOW!! I've never seen so much attention to detail and so much thought put into our special day. He went above and beyond our expectations. He learned nearly everyone's names, and went above and beyond in making sure we got more than we even knew we needed for our photos. He even showed us how to position ourselves when cutting the cake (I hadn't thought about details such as these!) We had so many people compliment his friendliness and attentiveness. If you are in need of a photographer, this is your guy!! More...
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Yineria Johnston
Phenomenal Experience! Samuel Gonzales Photography is hands down the best experience I’ve had with a photographer! From start to finish, everything was seamless—easy booking, excellent communication, and a clear commitment to getting the perfect shots. Samuel is incredibly professional yet so easy to work with, making the entire process stress-free and enjoyable. What truly sets him apart is his attention to detail. He doesn’t just take pictures—he ensures every shot is captured with precision and care. His patience and ability to guide the session while still valuing my input made all the difference. It was clear we shared the same focus: getting the best possible photos. Samuel is not only talented but also passionate about his craft, which shows in every shot. If you’re looking for a photographer who genuinely cares, is professional yet personable, and delivers stunning results, look no further! I can’t recommend him enough! More...
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Eileen Kelley
We hired Sam Gonzales to be our wedding photographer at Bryce Canyon. He was outstanding. He professional & charismatic; really listened to what we wanted; added creative ideas; & put us at ease. More...
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Miranda Mae
I can't say enough good things about Samuel! I just met him a few days ago and I could write a novel about how amazing he was during my wedding! first off every one of my guests absolutely loved Sam and how outgoing, kind and down to earth he was! I loved seeing him have a good time in-between shots and mingling with my friends and family. he was so easy to work with. he was so great at giving advice on how to pose, where to stand, reminding me to go slow and breath. he was running errands for me that weren't even photographer jobs! he went above and beyond and I'd recommend him to every single person I know. he has already sent me some sneak peaks and his skills are second to none and I can't wait to see all of our wedding photos. thank you Sam from the bottom of my heart ! 🤎 More...
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Daylen-Krissi Pollard
Highly recommend! Samuel is incredible to work with. Fantastic communication. Extremely joyful and kind. His photos are top class.
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Julie Burr
Couldn’t recommend Samuel more. I had him do my son’s senior pictures and it was such a good experience. The pictures turn out amazing and my son and husband came home raving about how kind, funny, and easy going he was. My son felt comfortable and was happy when he got home! More...
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Kayelle Brown
Samuel is an amazing photographer! I have done headshots with him more than once and I always love the outcome. He makes sure to understand the feel I’m trying to give and really delivers.
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Kayden Farrington
Did an awesome job, very professional!
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Laura Durrant-Midgley
My husband and I highly recommend Samuel for your big event. He was fantastic to work with and he got all the shots we wanted and more! ! He was super fun, personal, and kind. His work is stunning. What are you waiting for? Book with him today-you won’t be disappointed! More...
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Tiffany McCann Nicholls
Samuel was great to work with. He provided great care and was patient with my real estate clients preparing their home for sale. He was professional and thorough. He took time to make sure that every shot was what we needed to showcase the home in the best light. Highly recommend. More...
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Christie Marie
My husband booked family photos while we were on vacation this year. We met Sam and his daughter in NYC for family pictures and it was nothing short of amazing. We have a 5 year old little boy and every picture is just incredible all thanks to Sam’s skill and patience. Our session was not only fun but very comfortable and easy. Sam scouted locations before we got there to get the perfect shots. We got our pictures back incredibly fast within 2 days! I will be forever grateful for these memories!! Thank you from the bottom of our hearts. If you’re searching for a photographer you don’t need to look any further, book Sam now! More...
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Emily Riggs
Hands down the best family portrait session we’ve ever had. Samuel made the whole process painless, even for the little kids. Our pictures are gorgeous. Great mix of posed and candid shots. Honestly, we are so grateful to have found him and will continue to recommend him over and over. Thank you, Samuel! More...
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Stephanie Cardozo
Sam is an extraordinary photographer! His practice and investment in his craft show clearly through his work. Sam is a true artist that takes pride in every project. He is professional and intuitive to the needs of his clients. I felt understood and validated throughout the process. Sam captured everything I had dreamed of and more! Doing a photo shoot with Sam was not only about capturing memories but creating them. I can not recommend this passionate artist enough! More...
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Danae Adams
Samuel captured our children and family beautifully! Thankful to have these memories .
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Shelby Duke
We had an incredibly positive experience working with Sam. He was kind, funny, patient, creative and he made the session enjoyable for our large group. He helped us capture beautiful memories of a special family trip that we will always treasure. I cannot praise him or his work enough. He is awesome! More...
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Lisa White
Sam is amazing on capturing the moment! As a previous professional photographer I am hard to please and critic photographs of other photographers as I did my own, pretty harshly, as we can always improve. Sam has never disappointed me with his technique, his easy going personality, ability to see the beauty in something others over look. Take a moment and view his photographs and see what he could do for you! Our family photographs were amazing in and around Butte, MT. Thank you Sam! We miss you here!!! More...
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Julie Cordell Seamons
I had a great experience with Samuel when getting my headshots. I felt comfortable throughout the entire process. The pictures turned out great!
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Sheila Jacobson Long
Samuel is an incredible photographer, hands down one of the best! He is meticulous, prepared, and instructive. He's so easy going and fun to work with that he puts you at ease for pictures to turn out naturally beautiful. Samuel takes his time and has wonderful judgement and vision to make the pictures turn out extraordinary. I definitely will return to see him for more business photos in the future. Again, can't say enough how much me and my team love him!❤️❤️❤️ More...
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Rebekah Dean Anderson
I had the best experience doing headshots with Samuel. He is so easy to work with. Very professional, makes you feel comfortable and so good at what he does. I highly recommend working with him! More...
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Mary Keshishian
Absolutely LOVED working with Samuel, he really made me feel comfortable during our engagement photoshoot. He’s a PRO!!! Highly recommend!
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Marti Hawes-Baird
He has a good eye and a great imagination for photos. He makes you look as good as you can even if your not photogenic like me!
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Emanuel Morales
This guy is the best, we needed to put our house for sale, the next day he came, took the photos and that same afternoon the photos were ready to be used by my realtor. Thanks Sam
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Jade Sky Walters
I couldn’t be more honored to have had Sam be the photographer for devin and I first photoshoot! We had a ton of fun and he was very quick about getting them back to us! We will definitely be coming back for another shoot! Thanks Sam! More...
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Tracy Miller
Sam has shot real estate photography for myself and most of my agents for the past year. He also shot my daughter's senior pictures. He is phenomenal at what he does. He listens to what you want, adds in what you need, and creates perfect moments to photograph. We are so happy with his work. Most importantly, he is a good human. I loved hanging out during the many sessions we hired him for. Solid guy 100%. ❤📷🤙 Thanks Sam and good luck in Salt Lake, even though you won't need luck! More...
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Will Augustine
Sam is super easy to work with and he will make sure you’re comfortable! Absolutely great photos and will make sure you’re happy with the product! Highly recommend to anybody.
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Lindsay Stephens
Samuel was amazing with our photo shoot! He works great with kids, especially 2 year olds. There is never a shot that he won’t consider taking and he is so accommodating. He isn’t afraid to get a little dirty to get the perfect picture and will go above and beyond to get that candid photo or posed photo. I have nothing but great things to say about Sam and how he makes the photo session an amazing and fun experience! Not only is it a fun time, the results are nothing short of extraordinary and you get all the photos from the session! More...
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Katie James
Sam is an AMAZING photographer! He met us ahead of time to make sure he understood what we wanted for our special day. Wedding days can be stressful, but Sam helped lessen that for us. He knew how to balance the needs for photography and us enjoying our time together as a couple with our family and friends. Sam is very professional and personable. We love the quality of our photos. It's a joy to be able to travel back in time to relive the moments when we look at our photos. Thanks, Sam, for capturing all the beautiful memories from a day we will never forget! More...
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Sherill Maddox
Sam photographed our daughter's wedding from the very beginning before she got dressed to the very end, about 12 hours later! He is very personable, he loves what he does and began the day by spending some time with each member of the bridal party, getting to know them by name. He runs a tight ship with getting people in the right places, yet at the same time, senses the mood and direction the bride/groom wants to go. He captured the personalities and relationships of all involved at the wedding and reception. Sam and his assistant just exuded energy every moment of the day, which was certainly contagious (just watch him on the dance floor!)! A fantastic day to be sure and Sam helped to make it that way!! More...
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Kelly Anne
I have used Sam for real estate photography. Not only is he very skilled, he’s flexible, understanding, and very pleasant to work with!
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Brianna Cunneen
Sam photographed my engagement shoot. It was an absolute blast! We felt so comfortable, and he really brought out our personalities. He is so passionate about photography and is incredibly talented. I would highly recommend Sam for any of your photography needs! More...
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Misti Crossman
Thank you so much for the quick graduation shoot. You made it fun and comfortable for John to be natural and himself!! We definitely will be getting our family pictures done with you soon 💕 Thank you again!! YOU ROCK!!
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Syd Erickson
1. We had way too much fun. 2. Sam is talented, laid back and super fun to work with. 3. The pictures are AMAZING. Like, completely blown away AMAZING. Thank you Sam!!!
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What’s the secret to taking a great photograph?
Having the right equipment, mastering the use of light, using only the best tools, and choosing a photographer that makes the experience enjoyable.
What questions might you ask a client when starting a new project?
How can I help? What is your goal for the project? When do you need it by? What are you wanting to communicate with your product?
What do you love most about your job?
I love what I do, I love what I produce, and I love the people I work with.
What inspired you to start your own business?
Just a hobby and passion to capture the life of my children.
Why should our clients choose you?
This is what one of my clients had to say about me:
"Sam is a true professional and works great with kids. He's the only photographer my kids will actually pose for. I've had the opportunity to work with Sam on a few different occasions and he's always exceeded our expectations. From kids Bar Mitzvah party, corporate holiday party to vacation pics in Montana - Sam killed it every time."
- Jack Dayan
Founder & CEO of Spectrotel
What changes have you made to keep your customers safe from Covid-19?
I am fully vaccinated and I will wear a mask if wanted.
Photography
Wedding, Family, Senior, Engagement, Couples, AirBnb, Real Estate, Landscape, Drone, Commercial and/or Creative. I do it all. I would love to connect with you.
