Family is the best
Can I tell you what one of my favorite things about being a photographer is? Connection. I have this incredible privilege to bear witness to and capture through my lens, connection. When I'm shooting I'm looking for it, trying to help foster it and prompting it! Connection is what makes photos work.
One thing I know for sure is that pulling together your entire family for a photo session can be time consuming, stressful, costly and intimidating. So once you've done all that work, my job is to help you and your crew enjoy the next hour of photos. I'm gonna do my very best to make it a relaxed and stress free experience!
Jonathan & Ellie
So...Daniel and I pretty much do not photograph weddings anymore. For about 8 years that was our full time job. Our photography company was named VERGE, as in "on the verge of...". And for 8 years we were on the verge for sure! There were times that felt like we were at the top of our game and times we were tipping over the brink. Honestly? Being a wedding photographer was probably the best job I ever had. And the most stressful. And super fun. And crazy. And amazing. You get the idea.
Anyhoo... last weekend we acquiesced to photographing Jonathan & Ellie's wedding in Elkhart, KS and dusted off the old wedding photography skills. Still love catching little moments and big ones.
Congratulations to this beautiful couple! Cheers!
Young love + summer light = <3
Ah, young love + summer light. It's a match made in heaven!
First of all these 2 were emanating love, happiness and joy so I feel like capturing great images of them is almost cheating. I didn't even have to work! So here a few of my favorites from the evening.
Congratulations you 2 lovely souls!!
Summer light & real moments
There’s something magical about Colorado summer evenings — the warmth of the sun as it dips behind the mountains, the soft golden light filtering through the trees, and the sound of laughter echoing along the riverbanks. It’s the perfect time to step outside and capture what really matters: your family, just as they are.
No stiff posing. No forced smiles. Just real joy, genuine connection, and the kind of sibling silliness that makes a parent’s heart swell. That’s the kind of photography I love — relaxed, honest, and bathed in natural light.
What to Expect from a Session
My family sessions are laid-back and pressure-free. You don’t need to worry about perfect outfits or perfect behavior — I’m here to document your family as you are. We’ll laugh, explore, play, and I’ll guide you just enough so that you feel comfortable while still letting the natural moments unfold.
Whether we’re in the foothills like this, in a local open space, or running through a sun-soaked field, my goal is to capture your story in a way that feels real.
Why Summer?
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🌞 Golden Hour Glow: That dreamy light you see here? It only happens during those long, summer evenings.
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💛 School’s Out: More flexibility in scheduling, no rush between school and dinner.
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🌿 Colorado in Bloom: Lush greens, wildflowers, and that fresh, golden Colorado backdrop.
Now Booking for June, July & August
If you’ve been thinking about updating your family photos — or if this is your first time — now’s the time to get on the calendar. I only take a limited number of sessions each month to ensure each family gets the attention they deserve.
Let’s make this the summer you’ll always remember.
Text me @ 970-227-5815 Or email me directly: [email protected]
Let’s create something beautiful — together.
Just a little shout out...
I have to throw a little shout out to my friend Wendee. This woman has grit and grace in spades! We had a little chat a few months ago about possibly creating a few fresh branding images for her company Cornerstone Botanicals. We talked about it on a Tuesday afternoon and by Thursday evening we made it happen! It was just that easy!
Wendee is in the process of training for an ironman and I really wanted to capture her in motion, in the foothills with some beautiful light. Thankfully we got a gorgeous evening and perfect weather! Here's a few captures from the session.
