About Mike's Photo

My dad, Mike, founded Mike’s Photo in 1984. At the time, he was a police officer at the University of Utah and had taken photography and darkroom classes offered to officers. He quickly developed a passion for photography and decided to turn it into a business. Starting out by taking free photos for friends, he gradually honed his skills and grew his business through word of mouth.

I grew up helping my dad and eventually studied photography myself. When he became ill, he asked me to carry on his legacy. I officially took over the business in 1998.

I strive to run Mike’s Photo the same way my dad did—with integrity, passion, and a strong focus on personal connections. Like him, I rely heavily on word-of-mouth referrals, which means I get to work with amazing clients—people who come to me because someone they trust recommended me. I also keep my prices reasonable, aiming to compete with the “Uncle Joe” types who own a nice camera. Photography should be accessible—you shouldn’t have to save up just to afford enlargements of your favorite memories.

I’m not shy about taking lots of photos—if anything, I might take too many! Whether it’s a wedding, a family session, or senior portraits, I like to offer a wide variety of poses and groupings so you have plenty of options to choose from.

When I took over Mike’s Photo, I didn’t expect how busy—or how rewarding—it would be. I love being part of my clients’ lives. There’s nothing better than photographing a couple’s wedding, then their baby’s first portraits, and later, senior photos for a younger sibling. The more I get to know your family, the better I can capture who you truly are.