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Colorado Family Adventures

welcome to my blog. this is where you will find some of my most recent work. explore and enjoy! 

River + Dog Love Adventure Engagement Session in Buena Vista, Colorado

Sarah, Glenn, and their pup, Indy, love getting outside together in the mountains and wanted an adventure engagement session at one of their favorite spots in Buena Vista, Colorado. They came up from Denver for a few days of camping, fishing, and exploring.

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Adventure Engagement Session at Red Rocks Canyon Open Space, Colorado Springs

Latasha, Jason, and their little pup Leelo met me in Colorado Springs after a bought of rain so everything was lush and green for their adventure engagement session at Red Rocks Canyon Open Space.

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Family Adventure Photography: Snowy Shavano in Salida, Colorado

In the heart of the Rocky Mountains in Salida, Colorado beneath the gaze of beautiful Mount Shavano in the Sawatch Range, I met a sweet and fun loving family for a winter outdoor adventure session. We even had tea time with cookies, a family tradition on every outdoor excursion. This isn’t a requirement for future shoots but it’s a damn good idea!

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Outdoor Family Photography: A Couple of Dog Lovers - Golden, Colorado

The moody fog and yellow leaves certainly made up for the lack of golden sun at my first photoshoot in Golden, Colorado. We met up by the Clear Creek river trail where they often go to grab coffee and go for walks with their dog.

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Outdoor Family Photography: Autumn Creek Adventures - Poncha Springs, Colorado

After I moved to Colorado and saw the beautiful cottonwoods turn autumn yellow I started dreaming of a photoshoot in their golden light. I’m so grateful to this family who helped to make it happen!

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Outdoor Family Photography: Mother-Daughter Trail Adventure - Salida, Colorado

I love the special bond between mother and daughter. For this trail adventure session we had a grand old time hiking around and coming up with fun ideas for portraits. At first light this aspen stand glows like a holy place.

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Married: Naomi + Eric - Sanbornton, New Hampshire

Naomi and Eric’s wedding at Long Look Farm in Sanbornton, NH couldn’t have been more perfect. Of course, with exception to a pandemic. With COVID-19 precautions in place, Naomi and Eric forged ahead.

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5 Apps That Every Outdoor Enthusiast Needs

Apps that help you understand your surroundings are great for families, nature nerds, or beginners. I use these 5 apps to help me learn about and capture beauty in nature.

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Winter Photo Sessions - Outdoor Adventure / Natural Light / Colorado Family Photography

Do you love winter? Make some memories this winter and get outside for a portrait photo session. I’ll make it easy to capture your family doing what you love most. There’s no requirement for dressy outfits, make-up or perfect poses, so let your love for the outdoors and winter season bring out your joy and connection.

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Outdoor Family Photography - Bear Brook Love, Deerfield, New Hampshire

These pictures mean even more to me because I lived here and walked these trails for 3 years. I hope you can get a glimpse of how special Bear Brook is in these photos.

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Married: Nathalie + Pete - Peterborough, New Hampshire

In the spirit of 2020’s #LoveIsNotCancelled, Nathalie and Pete decided to postpone their large celebration to hold an intimate ceremony and reception at the Upland Farm Brick House in Peterborough, New Hampshire. Family and friends far and wide (including abroad!) tuned in to the ceremony via Facebook Live. The August day could not have been more beautiful.

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Fall Photo Sessions - Outdoor Adventure / Natural Light / Colorado Family Photography

Do you love the outdoors? Make some memories this fall and get outside for a portrait photo session. I’ll make it easy to capture your family doing what you love most.

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5 Reasons to Love Natural Light Wedding Photography

I’ve shot evening wedding receptions in great light and poor light. Each time I discover photos that take my breath away. They are some of my favorite wedding photos ever so I put together a list of 5 reasons to LOVE natural light wedding photography.

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Outdoor Family Photography: Winter Fun at Jackson Landing - New Hampshire

This family picked the best natural area to explore in the morning light. We lucked out with a beautiful sunny day to create photo memories from exploring a woodland trail to playing by the river.

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Energy Efficient Design: White Mountain Home - North Conway, New Hampshire

Winter in New Hampshire isn’t the same without a fresh coat of snow on the rooftops and trees. This not-typical-for-New England home nestled in the White Mountains of New Hampshire has beautiful stucco walls and warm wood accents. You might call it minimalist modern. The design is by BEAM Construction Associates, Inc, based in North Sandwich. Here are a few of my favorite photos from a late afternoon in February.

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Winter Picnic - Florals + Charcuterie in the Snowy Woods

February is usually when cabin fever sets in, but it helps to spend a day outside for a winter picnic in the snow with all the meats and cheeses. Add a campfire on top of it all and it was as cozy as the remake of Little Women.

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Outdoor Family Photography: Winter Fun in the Woods - New Hampshire

Emma and her family’s winter jackets, knitted hats and enthusiasm for exploring really made this shoot colorful + fun. Plus, I will NEVER get enough of those tiny rosy cheeks. Their dog got to live her best life on our hike in the woods, too.

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Outdoor Adventure with Naomi + Eric - New Hampshire Winter

Fresh snow and a sunny afternoon that made for some downright magical photos. I’m in love. They’re in love. Don’t you want to be, too? Enter Narnia with us on this outdoor winter portrait session in New Hampshire.

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