This adventure session was made all the more adventurous by the sheer volume of snow that dropped this winter at Zion National Park in Utah. M + S were game, though, and so was I, to hike to this stunning canyon overlook.

The best thing about winter portraits in Zion:

• Far fewer crowds. We had this popular overlook all to ourselves!

• Convenience of driving your car to the trail head; shuttles are only required in peak visitor months.

• Magical snow! Not only is snow beautiful to look at, especially when dusted over these epic rocks, it provides perfect, soft, and even lighting for photos. A photographer’s dream!