Lindsey and Adam at Donovan Pavilion
This couple’s joy was contagious… Lindsey and Adam’s faces say it all, don’t they? The day was filled with giggles, squeals and many, many smiles. And I had so much fun capturing it—it’s people like Lindsey and Adam, and their loved ones, who make my job easy and fun. They are my “ideal clients”, if you will. Take a couple like this and pair them with designer, Stacy Pisani of Alexan Events and you have a dream wedding. I love my job!
Jimmy, Cynthia, Nadine, Natalie and baby
Oh my goodness, where do I begin!? Is this not one of the most beautiful families you have ever seen? And so much personality! I’ve been waiting to get my camera on this fivesome since I met Cynthia when she was pregnant with baby Jimmy. Cynthia is the incredible “Denver Make-up Guru“, and I have been so lucky to get to work with her at many weddings and boudoir shoots. She’s a phenomenal artist, and wonderful mother, and she has become a great friend. She is one of those people who I call when I need to “vent”, or just need an ear. So, needless to say I wasn’t surprised at the caliber of her family… Nadine is brilliant and witty (with amazing hair), Natalie a total firecracker who has a crush on Buzz Lightyear, and little Jimmy is just as mellow and sweet as he can be. As for Big Jim, he’s as patient and kind of a father as I’ve seen. The five of them make a wonderful family full of fun and lots and lots of love. I hope to continue to”watch them grow” over the years.
Meet Nadine
The Kearneys
Jenn and Rian certainly have their hands full with little Cameron–What a whipper snapper! This little guy had us running all over the park, chasing dogs, looking for ants and touching and smelling basically anything that nature and life could throw our way. He is seized by every moment and is in a constant state of absorption. I love his intensity and his strong personality. In Cameron’s mind, he was at the park to play and to learn, not to take photos–even after an hour of shooting, he would still look at me blankly like, “who are you?” and “why is that camera in my face?”. And if you know me, and my style of work, you know that this is exactly what I love about a 2 year-old. Happy 2 year birthday, Cameron!
Jessica and Adam
Jessica and Adam were married in beautiful Granby Colorado at Our Lady of the Snow church, followed by a dreamy reception at the Wild Horse Inn in Frasier. Everything was delightful from the weather, to the gorgeous decor, to the way that Jessica announced that she is expecting. Yes— Jessica is pregnant!! And with the timing, they were able to conceal this fact until the wedding when they blessed everybody with the good news! It was a day celebrating the union of Jess and Adam, and also the anticipation of a new baby… A very sensational event, I would say! I was also so impressed and moved by Jessica and Adam’s friends and family who came in from all over to be with them. Friends and family almost always show up to weddings, but this group felt different to me– more authentic and grateful. Fun too!! Some of my favorite images from the day were of the cocktail hour(s) when everybody mingled and lavished love on each other.
Congratulations, Jess and Adam! I’m looking forward to seeing you in a week at the premier to recap the day! It was truly monumental…
Kristina and Shaughn’s Boulder engagement
Sometimes I have no words to describe a couples connection. I’m a photographer, not a poet. I often feel like I repeat myself again, and again on my blog when I say how “in love” this or that couple is. But Kristina and Shaughn are truly, really, fantastically, in love. The pure joy in these two’s faces is divine. As a photographer, all I aim to do is “capture”, not “create”. I cannot manifest expressions of bliss on peoples faces with direction, but I can be in tune with it,and intuitively know that a “moment’, sums up a larger picture. No pun intended.
Kristina and Shaughn were a gift to me as clients. I showed up to the shoot for the perfect 7:30 pm light. We walked out about 100 yards into a field and I was stoked—beautiful couple, beautiful backdrop, surely beautiful images. Unfortunately, when I snapped that first shot, my shutter locked up and we had to cancel the shoot. Did I mention that we had scheduled this shoot 3 months out because Kristin and Shaughn are from Boston? And unfortunately, I had a wedding the next day at 7:30pm and wouldn’t be able to “reschedule” with the original vision in mind of that golden, perfect light peering over the Boulder foothills. We had to reschedule the shoot for 10am the next morning. Not exactly as comfortable, and a hassle for Kristina and Shaughn to say the least. I was embarrassed, and I felt so unprofessional, but hey–what’s one to do? (Now I will bring a back up camera to all shoots). Long story short, Kristina and Shaughn were more than gracious and understanding, and what could have been an unpleasant experience turned into a wonderful one. I love these two for their kindness and grace–towards me, of course but especially with each other! They are two kind, beautiful hearts who deserve each other completely. The icing on the cake of all of this, is that the 10am light proved to be incredible! I generally steer away from this harsh light, but the blue sky, and the fresh morning foliage was perfect. I don’t think I could be happier with the outcome of these images. All things happen for a reason.
Congratulations on your engagement, Kristina and Shaughn…. I wish you all the happiness in the world.
Maggie and Kevin at Villa Parker
Maggie and Kevin were married at Villa Parker—the coolest little Italian style villa out in Parker—(you could have guessed by the name). It was beautiful—it transformed me and I’m sure every guest to another place with it’s old world charm and and warmth. Albeit the rain, the day was absolutely perfect. The ceremony was moved indoors and because all the delicious flowers were brought into the room, the whole place smelled like a flower shop. Seriously. I couldn’t have imagined the day to be better. Maggie and Kevin are absolute darlings! I have loved working with them… They are transparent, genuine and very much make the perfect pair. I love their style and I love their “style”, if you know what I mean…
Ok… I was almost sick with envy over this dress. It maybe my favorite wedding dress ever. It made me kind of want to get married all over again, just so I could find and wear something this fabulous. Maggie has great style. Check out the bouquet, too…. ahhhhhh! So Stunning!
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