Engaged: Fadia & Phillip

Posted on October 26, 2009 by

At the past two bridal shows I’ve attended, I have given away a couple of engagement sessions with a custom designed hardcover book.  I firmly believe in giving an actual prize with no strings attached, and it is always fun when the couple realizes they’ve just won a prize worth $450 and don’t have to pay a dime! 

Fadia & Phillip were one of the lucky winners this August at the Rocky Mountain Bridal Show.  I had a great time with them on Friday walking through the Garden of the Gods park and enjoying the beautiful (albeit a bit chilly!) day.  They were up for anything, and Fadia even scaled the formations in high heels to get some shots.  Tough women rock! 

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Tory & Brittany at Garden of the Gods

Posted on October 25, 2009 by

Sometimes everything falls into place perfectly….    a beautiful venue, a gorgeous couple, and perhaps the most difficult of all, great weather!  Tory and Brittany’s wedding at the Garden of the Gods Club was perfect from beginning to end.  It seems like just yesterday we were sitting at the coffee house planning their engagement session! 

Brittany and Tory, I’m so thrilled that you chose me to photograph your wedding.  You two have been an absolute blast to work with and your enthusiasm made my job so much fun!  Have a safe trip to Hawaii and enjoy a well-deserved rest!

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Engaged: Jessica and James

Posted on October 19, 2009 by

 I am a hopeless romantic, so I got the warm fuzzies when Jessica and James told me they were high school sweethearts!  My parents were high school sweethearts and just celebrated their 46th wedding anniversary this past August.  I’m willing to bet these two have what it takes to go the distance!

Happy to have the early frost gone, we took advantage of the warm, autumn day and the Denver skyline to get some great images.  Who would think you could get such intimate photographs in downtown Denver?  When you have all you need right there in your arms, who needs anything else?   

 

 

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Engaged: Rachel & Brian

Posted on October 5, 2009 by

After a crazy summer driving all 0ver the place, trying to work and get settled in, I finally have a chance to settle down and take a breather.  Time to pay some attention to my much neglected blog!  

In my continuing quest to become familiar with Denver (this could take a while!), I quizzed all my local friends and got a great recommendation to give Washington Park a try for a photo session…so glad!  It has a great vibe and lots of fun places to shoot. 

Despite being concerned that they wouldn’t know what to do for the camera, anyone can see that Rachel and Brian photographed beautifully.  They clearly have a warm and loving relationship and that love shone through in the photographs.  Just check out Rachel’s gorgeous smile…she is going to be a radiant bride next fall!

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Jaclyn & Jake – Downtown Bozeman

Posted on July 27, 2009 by

Jaclyn is a family friend, so I was THRILLED when I found out she was engaged and wanted me to do her photographs.  We spent the morning out and about in Bozeman, finding fun locations to shoot.  Jaclyn and Jake were up for anything and not afraid of getting mussed up, so we had a blast! 

I had so much fun, you two, and I can’t wait for your wedding at The Baxter next year!

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Kari and AJ at The Woodlands

Posted on July 23, 2009 by

…I had finally found someone whom I felt completely comfortable to be myself around; someone who made me laugh every single day…

…when you came into my life, the world as I knew it disappeared…

Their lives changed when Kari relocated to Nevada as a teacher and was introduced to AJ by his sister.  Three years of memories later, with a forest of pines for a backdrop, Kari and AJ read their vows with both laughter and tears.  Their love and respect for each other was obvious.

I’m always humbled to share these emotional celebrations!  It restores my faith in the world to see couples so committed to one another.  Thank you Kari and AJ for inviting me to share your wedding day!   

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Ed and Alison at Briarhurst Manor

Posted on July 7, 2009 by

As Ed waited beneath a gazebo draped with tropical flowers and palm branches, Alison arrived at Briarhurst Manor in their vintage Chevelle escorted by her father.  It was a day Alison had painstakingly planned, and it came together beautifully. 

I was referred to Ed and Alison by Melissa Rich of Melissa Rich Photography and am so thankful.  What a fun couple!  Their wedding had an island theme, which, as it turns out, fit perfectly with the brief rain that hit during the reception.  No problem for these two!  Dinner was diverted inside the Manor, and the partying resumed outside shortly thereafter with mojitos and dancing.  Doesn’t get better than that!

Ed and Alison, I felt so blessed to share your day.  You are a great pair and I know you’ll have a wonderful life together!   

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