When babies grow up...{Parker, CO Family Photographer, Senior Photographer, Wedding Photographer}

It's been about 5 years since I set down my photographer's hat for a time. It's been important for me to raise my babies. And though they are not full grown, in fact many are still small - they are all in school. That gives me some time to consider how I would like to spend my extra time. In the 5 years since I've put aside my photography business, I have continued to be creative and work when friends or past clients have asked. I have missed being creative and also interacting with others in a way that is afforded to me because of my desire to photograph others.

All this being said, here I am at the beginning of the school year hoping that I can once again get back on the preverbal horse. So here is a little smattering of some fun sessions I've been able to do!

Sneak Peek at a New Year's Eve Wedding Celebration : {Akron, CO & Denver, CO Wedding Photographer}

If you remember New Years Eve and the weather...you will smile to yourself when imagining how graciously this now newly wed couple pulled off their wedding! Picture a small town with close ties between neighbors. I think this is a pretty good description of Akron, CO. I had never been here before, but Tianna assured me, if I blinked - I might miss it. Had the wind not been blowing upwards of what I would guess to be 50-60 mph, I would have died to tour the town and take our time outside nailing all the great shots we wanted to get in cool locations. Be the weather as it was, this was not really an option. When I arrived at the wedding, I nearly got my heavy door thrown back into my body courtesy of the wind. I made it into the church with Kelsey (my business partner/second shooter) without anything too embarrassing happening. We got some shots of Justin & the men in their duds for the day. We even attempted braving the outdoors...yeah, that didn't last long.





Then, it was off to Tianna's sister's home which was nearby. By this point, the snow was whipping around in the wind too. It was awesome!! (I'm being partly facetious, but it was actually kind of pretty too) Tianna and all her ladies in waiting were nearly ready so we got some fun shots of them...my favorites are the ones with the bags over their hair so as not to allow the wind to muss them! Dang it all if we weren't trying to hurry and I nailed a nice, slightly blurry one...but it's for the memories, right?









Then, back to the church to squeak in a handful of shots before guests began to arrive. Justin was put into quarantine and not allowed to see Tianna before she made her way down the aisle. I think he would definitely agree that it was worth the wait.



And then, the real beautiful part began. The wedding ceremony. Did I mention, at this point all the power in the chapel went out. You know what...it didn't matter. It was something to see as Justin didn't take his eyes from Tianna as she made her way down the aisle on her daddy's arm. You could tell her daddy was definitely proud too. I'm going to stop writing, but there is one shot in here that I realize might not be the most technically correct image, but it is my very favorite. When I saw it on my card after the wedding and realized what it was - despite how dark the image initially was I knew it was a keeper. Talk about a beautiful, quiet moment of intense emotion. I'll let you guess which one it is. Enjoy the love story as it unfolds...

























Justin & Tianna - I had such a fun time with you guys. It was such a pleasure to be able to be a part of your wedding, not only as the photographer...but as a guest. You are a beautiful couple with huge things ahead of you and I hope you continue to let me be a part of the adventure from time to time! Congratulations!

And here's one for the road...this is for Atkins Nutritional!! Love you guys too!

It was a gorgeous evening for a wedding! {Parker, Franktown, Castlewood Canyon State Parker, Wedding Photographer}

Castlewood Canyon State Park turned out to be the ideal location for the wedding tonight of Susan L. & Ryan H. I had such a great time with these two and their family. I really felt like I was given a special gift in getting to be part of such an intimate wedding and 'reception'. Just parents of the bride and groom were there. The judge who officiated, obviously was there...and me!

So, I'm posting some of my very favorites from today on here asap for the bride and groom to enjoy. Susan and Ryan - congratulations!! Everything turned out so beautifully and I hope these images can encapsulate some of that!



































the above pictures also looks amazing in black and white!








I LOVE this image!! Seriously, you two can be really sassy!!

Brandon & Jeri! {Denver, CO Wedding Photographer}

There are those times in your life that you are so truly thankful for two people lucky enough to have found each other! Today I witnessed the joining of two such people in marriage. Jeri and Brandon are such a beautiful couple to begin with, but more than that ~ I was beyond impressed by the sheer magnitude that each of them saw this day meaning for them. It wasn't that the details of the day didn't matter...of course they did. They always do. But, more than that - they grasp what the day was really about. It was about the dress, the flowers, the hair, the hall, the reception, the pictures...nothing more than the joining of the two of them as man and wife to love and look out for each other above all else. I felt so lucky to have been a part of their day!

Being now 32 weeks pregnant, it's hard to hide the obviousness of my situation. I am pretty good at keeping up with my typical schedule, but it doesn't hurt that others are so willing to look out for your best interest. Thank you for making sure I was well taken care of throughout the day Brandon and Jeri!

I know this isn't much, but here's a sneak peek at some of the special moments of the day! Enjoy and have a great time on your honeymoon!







Congratulations again!! I am thrilled for the two of you!

Sneak Peak for Mary & Aaron!! {Wedding Photographer, Dallas, Texas}

What an incredible trip this was for me! Less than 24 hours away from home...I left for Dallas in the evening on Friday and got back by 7:30 pm on Saturday. Mary & Aaron had a beautiful, intimate, family/kid-friendly wedding in the club house for Mary's condo. Talk about a nice club house. It was beautiful. Mary's daughter's along with her nieces and nephews surrounded she and Aaron as they took their vows. The rest of the family and friends circled around close by. I tried to be a fly on the wall, but ended up squatting in front of the crowd or pouncing on the couch just behind them to get in close for the shots. But, I love this family! They never seem to stress much and are always accommodating.

So, I'm only posting two of my favorites right now. I feel like I have overwhelmed the Smith family crew with so many images. But, anyway - these are my two favorites of the day I think. They are just fun! Mary & Aaron - thank you for such an incredible time. I LOVED being with you and your family! Your pictures will be ready for viewing VERY soon!

Mr. G & family Sneak Peak! {Children Photographer, Englewood, CO}

What a fun day we had at the park. This beautiful family is so kind to me. Being completely directionally impaired and even though you should recognize this beautiful blue-eyed boys face because I HAVE been to his home before - you wouldn't think so by my ability to get lost on the way there. But, with big blue balloons in tow, I believe all was forgiven :)

I have a ton of editing to do. I took off almost right after their shoot to get packed up for a less than 24 hour trip to Dallas to do the wedding pictures for Mary and Aaron (whose engagement and family pictures you can see in the earlier post). What a whirlwind weekend it was. So, with plenty of editing ahead of me, it is time to put my nose to the grindstone and get busy.

But, because I couldn't pass up editing this image and getting it on here - here is just a small sampling of what you can look forward to seeing from Mr. G. Happy birthday pal! Hope it was a spectacular day - you've earned it!