Transforming Portraits into Living Art at White Space Studio
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In a world where photography meets art, White Space Studio in Sandy, Utah, shines as a creative haven. We recently turned a photoshoot into living art, blending traditional portrait photography with a magical twist. Join us behind the scenes to see how we made it happen!

The Creative Concept: Living Art Photography
Living art transcends mere photography; it’s a visual symphony where every detail is lovingly crafted to stir emotions and narrate a story. Our recent photoshoot embraced this concept, blending the elegance of portrait photography with the intricate allure of cake artistry. The outcome? A series of portraits that are not just mesmerizing but utterly unique. Prepare to be captivated!
The Vision: Combining Artistry with Portrait Photography
At the core of our project was a vision: to fuse artistry with portrait photography in a truly unique way. This dream came to life thanks to an incredible team of professionals. Model @shaylesecook brought grace and poise, while makeup artist @empurcellbeauty added the perfect touch of glamour. Hair stylist @hairbykayla.utah created stunning looks, and @mignon.dressrentals provided the elegant dresses and blazers that tied it all together. Every team member played an essential role in bringing our creative vision to fruition, making this project an unforgettable experience.
White Space Studio: The Perfect Setting in Sandy, Utah
Nestled in Sandy, Utah, White Space Studio was the perfect stage for our photoshoot. With its sleek minimalist design and abundant natural light, it served as a flawless canvas for our living art project. The studio’s versatility unleashed our creativity, allowing us to play with different setups and lighting techniques, elevating the visual allure of our portraits.



Portrait Session
Starting at $225
- Session typically lasts 60 minutes
- 70+ professionally edited images
- $100 non-refundable deposit to book
- Remainder due the day before the session
Behind the Scenes: The Artistic Process
Frosting Flowers: The Cake Artist’s Unique Contribution
One of the highlights of our photoshoot was teaming up with the incredibly talented cake artist @jena_cakes. She added an imaginative twist to the project by piping delicate frosting flowers directly onto the model’s head and neck. This creative touch not only brought a unique texture to the portraits but also transformed them into living art, blending edible elegance with visual beauty.
Capturing the Moment: Collaborating with Fellow Photographers
To capture every angle and detail, I @karisamariephotographyutah teamed up with fellow photographers @kyleareesephoto and @inframe__photography. Their expertise and unique perspectives brought our creative vision to life, resulting in a diverse collection of stunning images that truly reflected our essence.






Style and Props: Enhancing the Visuals
Elegant Attire: Model’s White Dress and Floral Pink Blazer
The model dazzled in a stunning white dress, perfectly paired with a floral-patterned pink blazer from @mignon.dressrentals. This chic ensemble not only added a touch of sophistication but also captured the essence of our floral-themed shoot beautifully!
Professional Touch: Hair and Makeup Artistry
Hair stylist @hairbykayla.utah and makeup artist @empurcellbeauty worked their magic, ensuring the model’s look was nothing short of impeccable. Their expert touch didn’t just enhance her natural beauty; it perfectly harmonized with the artistic vision, making every shot a stunning masterpiece.



Edible Elegance: Cakes and Cupcakes as Props
Sweet Details: Incorporating Cake and Cupcakes into the Shoot
Not only did @jena_cakes create stunning frosting flowers, but they also provided a beautifully decorated cake and cupcakes that doubled as props for the shoot. These delicious elements added layers of visual interest, perfectly tying into our theme of edible elegance.
Sprinkled Lips: A Playful Finale to the Photoshoot
In a playful finale, the model adorned her lips with vibrant sprinkles, infusing the last set of portraits with a whimsical charm. This creative touch captured the fun and innovative spirit of the entire project, leaving a lasting impression on everyone involved and sparking joy among the team.












A Heartfelt Thanks: Acknowledging the Talented Professionals
Model: @shaylesecook
Makeup: @empurcellbeauty
Hair: @hairbykayla.utah
Dress & Blazer: @mignon.dressrentals
Cake Artist: @jena_cakes
Photographers Invited: @karisamariephotographyutah, @kyleareesephoto (photos not included in this post), @inframe__photography (photos not included in this post)
Studio: White Space Studio in Sandy Utah