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Alison and JJ, the husband-and-wife team behind Palms & Lace Photo
About Palms & Lace

We take our work seriously, but not ourselves.

About Palms & Lace

Palms and Lace began in 2014 with a simple passion for photography and a love for documenting life’s most meaningful moments. Today, we are proud to call both Utah and Hawaii home, two places that inspire creativity and beauty. While these are our home bases, our passion for love and adventure has taken us all over. We love exploring new places and are always ready to pack our bags to be part of your big day.

In addition to us, we have an incredible team of associates who share our dedication to excellence and great customer service. Together, we provide seamless photography and videography services, ensuring no moment is missed.

What sets us apart? It’s not just our expertise; it’s our approach. We’re a fun, lighthearted team of professionals who genuinely love what we do. From your grand moments to the smallest details, we’re here to preserve and document your day in a way that’s authentic and timeless. We bring a fun, lighthearted energy to the day, helping you feel at ease in front of the camera so you can focus on what matters most: being able to enjoy your day with the people you love.

Our goal is simple: to create a stress-free, enjoyable experience while delivering stunning photos that you’ll treasure for a lifetime. Your wedding day is the beginning of an incredible new chapter, and we are honored to be part of it.

We believe your wedding day should be fun, and there is absolutely nothing fun about being bossed around by a photographer with an ego. We love what we do and a big part of that is getting to have fun with our couples and their guests. We have found the best way to achieve the most amazing photos is by helping our clients to feel relaxed and comfortable. We are very intentional with the energy we bring to a wedding day. You could say we have mastered the art of being relaxed while keeping it 100% profesh.

Portrait of JJ of Palms & Lace Photo

About JJ

  • Old Soul
  • Lover of Art (all of it)
  • Classic Porsche Enthusiast
  • Eats Nachos everyday
  • Tracks Protein but not Calories
  • Arrives at the Airport 3 hrs early
  • Collector of Bolo ties
  • Happiest in Fall
  • Winner of No awards
  • Listens to 80's Butt Rock
  • Root Beer Connoisseur
  • Loves Miami Vice reruns
  • Can throw a football over them mountains
  • Likes to joke around
Portrait of Alison of Palms & Lace Photo

Alison at a glance

  • Diet Coke Junkie (big surprise)
  • Animal Lover (not Snakes tho)
  • Loves to be outdoors in the Sun
  • Hates Saxophone Music
  • Loves to read, but also dabbles in mindless reality TV series
  • Enjoys Thrifting and antique shops
  • Gym Rat
  • Loves God and Jesus
  • Has no time for the BS
  • Deeply sentimental
  • Loves Christmas
  • Terrified of Moths
  • Hopes to own a Dog Farm one day
A Little More About Us

We are High School sweethearts who’ve been married for 22 amazing years. We’re the proud parents of 3 wonderful kids, who own our whole hearts. We're also "Humans" to 3 fluffy and adorable dogs, Lucy (Sheep-a-doodle), Dotty (Cava-Poo), and Terry (micro Golden Doodle). We also have 6 crazy chickens.

One of Alison and JJ’s three dogsOne of Alison and JJ’s three dogsOne of Alison and JJ’s three dogs

Life for us is all about seeking after the simple joys, home-cooked meals, camping under the stars, surfing waves, or carving slopes in the winter. We love anything that gets us outdoors, whether it’s sitting around a campfire, hiking through the woods, or chasing sunsets. Being outdoors helps us to feel more connected to God, something that is very important to us.

Our love for Art, Adventure and Travel, has taken us down some amazing paths in life. Our Photography journey originally started with the purchase of an old 35mm film camera that we picked up at a yard sale. Documenting our little adventures was a fun hobby that unintentionally morphed into not only our passion, but also a very rewarding full-time career.

Photography is more than just a job for us. It’s our way of capturing life’s raw, beautiful, and authentic moments and satisfying our never ending need to create. Whether it’s the warmth of a wedding day, the magic of a couple in love, or the quiet details that make life extraordinary, we’re here to tell your story in a way that’s real, timeless, and uniquely you.

We've served over 500 couples and never even once received anything less than a 5-star rating. This is because we 100% believe in treating our clients as we would want to be treated. Over the years we have established many life-long friendships that we absolutely cherish. We are always looking forward to the next one.

500+
Couples Served
5.0 ★
Never Less Than 5 Stars
10+
Years Behind the Lens

Frequently Asked Questions

How are photos delivered?

All photos are delivered via on-line gallery, where you can download photos and order prints. You will be able to share this gallery with any one you would like.

What is your turn-around time?

One thing that sets us apart from most wedding photographers is our turnaround time. We will have your full online gallery up within 14 days. This does not mean that we sacrifice on quality. We take the time to edit every single photo to be just right. For packages that include videography, wedding videos will be complete within 30-60 days.

Will we receive a print release?

Yes! All of our packages include a print release. You are free to print, post, or reproduce photos however you’d like.

How many photos will we get?

We don't like putting a limitation on the number of photos we give back. We give back more than your typical photographer (somewhere between 75-150 per hour depending on which package is booked). We don't believe in giving you a certain amount and then making you pay more for the rest. We edit everything, delete the duplicates and weird faces and send the rest to you.

Do you travel?

YES! We are residents of both Hawaii and Utah, but we sometimes travel out of state (and sometimes out of the country) for weddings. We love traveling, so we will travel almost anywhere for your wedding. All of our wedding packages will have travel fees built into the cost.

What is your deposit amount?

Our deposit amount is 40% of total cost. Deposits can be made via PayPal, Venmo, or personal check. Once the deposit is received, we’re all yours!

Can we create custom packages?

Absolutely! Each wedding is unique and every couple has different needs and wants. We are happy to create a custom package specific to your wedding dream.

We are awkward in front of a camera, do you help with that?

Absolutely! Don't worry, most everyone feels that way in front of a camera. Fortunately we have had many years of experience helping couples feel natural. Our goal with posing is to make it fun, natural and comfortable. We don't force anything, we don't put you through any awkward poses that you would never do in "real life". We will however, give you tips on how to pose, where to stand etc. Most poses won't be facing into the camera, and we promise we'll never make you say "CHEESE"

Let’s create something unforgettable together!

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