Snowboarding Brighton Resort in Big Cottonwood Canyon, Utah

Wow, wow, wow!! Brighton sure is a beauty, and I've gotten to experience it to nearly the fullest with the Spring Pass this year. I didn't buy a full season pass anywhere this year, and perhaps that was for the best. I've gotten to ride at Beaver Mountain up in Logan, Utah, tear down some angelic runs at Heavenly Mountain, and then finish it off with over seven days at Brighton this year. It's certainly been quite the season for me this year!

Cross Country Skiing in Millcreek Canyon, Salt Lake City, Utah

Millcreek Canyon in Salt Lake City is one of the most breathtaking canyons to drive through in the winter time! The snow shines bright on a clear day, and just after a big snow storm, the snow clings to the branches of the tallest evergreen trees and creates the most breathtaking of scenes. We were … Continue reading Cross Country Skiing in Millcreek Canyon, Salt Lake City, Utah

Exploring Big Cottonwood Canyon in Salt Lake City, Utah

The engine hums through the canyon as tires filled with salt and sand roll on black asphalt. The canyon turns and winds through a carved out path through a beautiful canyon, filled with high mountains on either side and breathtaking lookouts from time to time. The drive is mostly silent, save for the occasional oncoming … Continue reading Exploring Big Cottonwood Canyon in Salt Lake City, Utah

TIPS-ON-TUESDAY: 5 Photography Tips to Create Better Portraits

I can't remember my first camera. I remember going through a bunch of small, point and shoot cameras when I was much younger and, of course, those older yellow cameras, the old Kodak FunSaver 35mm cameras with film. I just bought my first camera in mid-February (actually on Valentine's Day...) and it's been a whirlwind … Continue reading TIPS-ON-TUESDAY: 5 Photography Tips to Create Better Portraits

She’s Back!

And we're both sad we're not in Australia anymore. It's hard, coming back from studying abroad and integrating yourself back into the real world. Gone are the beautiful beaches, the scenic walk to class, and the kangaroos hopping around campus. Gone is the symphony of birds greeting you good morning at 5 am. Now, it's … Continue reading She’s Back!