BLOGHello! I'm a Colorado Springs wedding photographer and portrait photographer. I travel all over the country to document the important moments in people's lives. My blog showcases some of my favorite photos of my clients and adventures. I update this blog several times a week, so please visit frequently to see my latest images. PawtoberfestOctober 28, 2009
Happy Halloween week! Last week Mike and I went with some friends to Pawtoberfest in Colorado Springs, because Oktoberfest for dogs is our idea of a great day out. We brought our dog, Ally, and spent an afternoon on the patio of Nosh restaurant with some friends and their beagle, Nancy. The dog costume contest was my favorite part.
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Garden of the Gods Club wedding portraits: Tara and BryanOctober 20, 2009
Tara and Bryan got married a year ago at the Garden of the Gods Club. They asked me to photograph their first anniversary portraits, and got all dressed up in their wedding attire for the occasion. Because Tara wouldn’t need to wear the gown again, we didn’t have to worry about getting it dirty or wet, which gave us lots of opportunities for great photos. They lay in the grass at the Garden of the Gods Club, went hiking at Rainbow Falls in Manitou, and rolled around in the sand at the waterfall. Tara was even brave enough to stand in the freezing cold water for some pictures! The popular name for this kind of portrait shoot is a trash the dress session. I prefer to call it a fearless bridal session, because my goal is not to destroy a gown, it’s to showcase a bride who isn’t afraid of getting a little dirty. The results are liberating and so much fun!
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Fun with the kiddosOctober 15, 2009
I miss my niece and nephews! I’ll get to see them in a couple weeks, but in the meanwhile I have to enjoy pictures I took with them earlier this year. Here are some that I haven’t blogged yet.
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Kelsey: Colorado Springs senior portraitsOctober 14, 2009
Last week I met with Kelsey for her senior pictures. We lucked out with the last beautiful day before an ice storm arrived. Kelsey is an outgoing, adventurous student who loves the outdoors. Red Rock Canyon Open Space was a perfect setting for her personality and lifestyle. Thanks for a great photo shoot, Kelsey, and good luck with your last year of high school!
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Icy rosesOctober 11, 2009
We’ve been iced in all weekend! Colorado Springs is covered in a layer of ice, leaving a coating of icy crystals everywhere. Here are the rose bushes in our front yard. This ice storm is beautiful, but I look forward to having our autumn back.
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Birth photography: The birth of Naomi WaltersOctober 10, 2009
I’m excited to share one of the most beautiful events I’ve ever photographed. My good friends Sarah and Brad Walters invited me to photograph the birth of their daughter. I was deeply honored to have been asked. When I got the call early Tuesday morning, I rushed to their home to document the stages of labor and the delivery. I had never seen a birth before, and it was a profoundly beautiful and emotional experience to witness. Baby Naomi was born at her family’s home, in a water birth that was assisted by Laura Luckett of Baby’s Breath Midwifery and her assistant, Dana. Sarah chose not to use pain medicine, instead opting for the comfort of a pool of water. Brad comforted her throughout her labor, and monitored her contractions with the help of an iPhone app. Sarah and Brad’s parents were there for support and to take care of almost-two-year-old big brother Isaac. I observed quietly and documented events as they occurred around me. I have been documenting Sarah’s pregnancy since her first ultrasound. You can see my previous photos here: I am grateful to Sarah and Brad for inviting me into such a private moment, and for introducing me to the miracles of childbirth. I would love to be able to photograph more births in the future, so if you or someone you know would be interested, please let me know. I present these photos here on my blog with permission from Sarah. I will let the photos speak for themselves. For the complete story, view their slideshow:
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Brittany and John Paul: Air Force Academy wedding in Colorado SpringsOctober 9, 2009
Brittany and John Paul got married last weekend at the colorful and dramatic Air Force Academy chapel. Their reception took place at the Association of Graduates at Doolittle Hall. Brittany and I have become good friends over the last year, and I’ve had a chance to get to know several of her friends and family, so this wedding was a lot of fun for me. Brittany and John Paul, I’m so happy for you! This wedding coverage was quite a team effort. Thank you very much to Tamera Goldsmith, Lindsey Zahalka, and my wonderful husband Mike!
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Colorado Springs engagement portraits: Susan and AlexOctober 6, 2009
I had an engagement portrait session with Susan and Alex on a perfect fall day. We walked around the Garden of the Gods with their two dogs, and enjoyed the fall colors that are at their peak right now. I look forward to their wedding in Denver next summer!
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Thriller “dancing”October 5, 2009Yup, we all attempted the Thriller dance at Brittany and John Paul’s wedding Saturday. That’s me on the far right. Maid of honor Amy is in the front, looking great as the only one who knows what she is doing. The rest of us tried to make uncoordination look zombie-fabulous. Brittany, your wedding was so much fun! I can’t wait to show you the photos from when I was actually working!
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Portrait session surprisesOctober 1, 2009
Look who we encountered during my family portrait session Sunday! I was walking around Denver Botanic Gardens at Chatfield with my clients Kaylene and Chris, when Chris noticed some great wildlife! That snake didn’t like being photographed and wanted to eat me, but the cute frog posed for me briefly.
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