I photographed the Utah Mining Association Critical Minerals Summit at the Salt Palace Convention Center on November 4 and 5, 2026. Over two days, I covered speakers, exhibitors, and candid moments between sessions.

Man in glasses and a navy blazer speaks into a microphone while seated across from another man during a panel discussion on stage.
Two men in flat caps and name badges read brochures together at a busy trade show booth while other attendees browse in the background.
Two men talk at a Coldsweep Induction Stripping trade show booth with a purple banner, a tablet and product display on the table.
Smiling man in a gray blazer holding a red cup chats with two women at a busy trade show with exhibitor booths behind them.
A gray-haired man in a blue blazer speaks into a handheld microphone while seated on stage during a panel discussion or conference event.
Portable photo studio setup with a gray backdrop, wooden stool, large white softbox umbrella light and a colorful circle-patterned rug.
Portable photo studio setup with a gray backdrop, wooden stool, and large white umbrella light on a colorful patterned carpet.

November 4–5, 2026 · Salt Lake City, Utah

Two days at the Salt Palace

I photographed the Utah Mining Association’s Critical Minerals Summit at the Salt Palace Convention Center. I covered speakers and panels onstage, then headed out to the expo floor during breaks. That’s where I got some of my favorite photos from the conference, with people looking through brochures, stopping to ask questions, and catching up between sessions.

Two speakers in conversation onstage at the Critical Minerals Summit
Onstage at the Salt Palace
Two people talking at a Coldsweep exhibitor booth
Conversations at the booths
Attendees talking on the expo floor
Between sessions
Two attendees reading brochures on the expo floor
A closer look at the exhibits
Panelist speaking into a handheld microphone
Speaker coverage

For event planners

Planning a conference at the Salt Palace?

Here’s what helps me plan your coverage before I walk in the door.

  1. Flag the moments you need most

    Send me your agenda and room names. If two sessions overlap, tell me which one you need covered.

  2. Tell me who needs to be in the photos

    A short list of speakers, sponsors, and exhibitors helps. If you want a group photo, put it on the schedule so we can get everyone together.

  3. Leave time for the expo floor

    I like to photograph the booths during a break, when people are actually stopping to talk and look around.

  4. Let me know if you need photos that day

    If your team is posting during the conference, tell me what they need and when. We can plan the coverage around that deadline.

From behind the camera

Three questions about conference photography

What’s a shot you’re always glad you caught?

I’m always happy when I catch a speaker smiling. You can tell they’re having a good time, but those moments go by fast. They’re focused on what they’re saying, so I listen to what they’re talking about and watch for the moment they might smile, pause, or look up.

Can we add headshots to our conference?

Yes, I can set up an on-site headshot station. Headshots are a separate cost, and I usually offer a reduced rate when I’m already photographing your conference.

Wide view of the on-site headshot station with a gray backdrop, stool, and umbrella lightClose view of the headshot backdrop and posing stool
My on-site headshot setup at the Salt Palace

What do you wish planners would tell you before the conference?

Tell me what kinds of shots you’re looking for, which parts of the event you want covered, and what matters most. It also helps to know how you’ll use the photos afterward so I can watch for the shots you’ll actually need.

Tell me what you’re planning

Send me your dates, a rough agenda, and anything you especially want photographed. I can help you figure out how much coverage makes sense.

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