Forest Fairy Photo Inspiration - Divine Feminine Photoshoot in Denver, CO

As an advocate for women and women’s rights, this divine feminine photoshoot felt so empowering for me too! Lex is a Reiki practitioner and nature ceremony facilitator. We took these photos at a magical, secluded spot in Denver. The light was unreal! The natural pool we found was just glowing as the sun set behind us. It was truly a dream photoshoot. We listened to the perfect playlist full of Ayla Nereo songs and explored the forest together.

Women looking for photos in the Denver area: the rivers are still flowing and ready to be frollicked in! I’ve been making my way to a creek or body of water at least once a week to enjoy the water before the seasons change. Because I cannot believe it’s already mid August. Regardless, I’m so grateful to connect with beautiful humans wanting to embrace themselves fully as they are. Send me an email to book a session or find me on instagram and let’s chat! <3

Denver Colorado Family Photographer

Mom and Daughter Photoshoot Inspiration - Denver, CO Family Photographer

Urban Headshot Photographer - Denver Colorado

Urban Headshot Photographer - Denver Colorado

Marissa is the most photogenic CEO I’ve met so far!! She drove out to Cherry Creek to have these headshots taken for her business. She is doing impressive things and I admire her independence and personal approach to work. Marissa didn’t want to sacrifice her personality for professionality, but we found a middle ground that captures her bubbly self and her professional side.

Self Portrait Challenge

Kas is the photographer and owner of The Humble Lion. She creates seasonal self portrait challenges and this spring was my first time participating! I was nervous, preemptively comparing myself to others and not sure what to expect. Typing this on day 5, I am so grateful for this challenge. It forced me far out of my comfort zone and to face my anxiety each day. I am re-inspired, excited and a better photographer because of this challenge! Being intentional about documentation is important. Most days, I take photos of everything. I send snapchats of bunnies to friends, take screenshots of recipes that sit in my camera roll forever. My phone becomes unintentionally cluttered while my DSLR remains a place for intentional images only! This challenge allowed me to address the way I create art and document my own life. As a photographer, I am seldom in front of a camera lens- until this week when it became the norm!

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Day 1 - Mirror monday

I was definitely slowly warming up for day one of the photo challenge. I brought my mirror outside and followed Kas’s “be a silly goose” prompt as best I could while trying to take a reflection photo. This first day was not very curated and I was mostly focusing on the anxiety I had about my neighbors potentially seeing me and judging me. I didn’t really get over that anxiety, I just took photos quickly and went back inside. But it felt good to start and to check day 1 off my list.

Day 2 - Tuesday’s together: a Photo with Someone You Love

When the prompt email was sent out for the day, I wanted to take photos with my boyfriend, but he was at work and it was raining outside. So I vowed not to procrastinate and I pulled out my favorite photo of my Dad. “Chris and Tarah - 1989”

This project has helped me to remember that documenting a moment is always worth doing. I don’t see my Mom and Dad too often since I moved to Colorado. Our days together are so different now. We only see each other when we schedule it. Which is normal in adult life, but it’s odd how that changes in an instant and will never be the same again. I treasure all the time I spend with the parents and I will treasure it even more after this challenge.

Day 3 - Wildflower Wednesday

This day was busier than usual for me, so I knew I needed to choose a convenient location so I could get this prompt done! I would have liked some blossoming cherry trees to be featured, but the urban garden park across the street from my house offered yuccas, pine trees and was a 2 minute walk. I was frustrated taking these photos! I had trouble getting the focus correct and my janky tripod was failing me as usual… But I made the photos happen!

Day 4 - Thrivin’ Thursday

For the past 5 years or so, meditation, journaling and self development has been an important part of my daily routine. Although this work is never done, I know I’m thriving in my spirituality lately and wanted to capture that with a journal and my oracle deck. The style of these photos turned out beautifully in my friend Taylor’s lovely home. But it made me think about re-creating the environment more realistically in my home at night with a candle and string lights. I was much happier with these photos than the day before. The process was easier thanks to some tips from Kas and a more relatable prompt.

Day 5 - Friday Funsies

The final day! I wanted to scout a location for future clients at the creek in Lyons, CO. So I took the opportunity to create some images while I was there. Location scouting and all the aspects of my job as being a photographer make me feel fulfilled. When I’m out in nature and exploring new places with fresh perspectives, I feel continually inspired to grow in my business and in my personal life.

Based on how many photos I took for this day’s challenge, you can tell I resolved the camera focus issue and was able to fully enjoy the process and be more creative. Being out in the sun around 1pm was new for me too! I typically meet clients for shoots closer to sunset or sunrise, and kind of began to make myself believe that was the only time I should take photos. Since today, I have a new interest and liking around the harsh sun at high noon!

Denver Maternity Photographer

Denver Maternity Photographer-

Nick and Val’s indoor maternity photoshoot at this beautiful conservatory was the perfect location for a 10 degree winter day. I’ve known these two since I was about 17 years old and am grateful to watch their family and love grow each time I see them.

Denver Couples Photographer - Holiday Photos with Dogs

Denver Couples Photographer - Holiday Photos with Dogs

Loving this adorable family. Hana, Hamp, Harry and Alfie were so photogenic and fun to take photos of at Cheesman Park in Denver

Denver Music Photographer

Denver Music Photographer - Musicians of Denver

AJ and Madi - Montana Sand Music

These two have such wonderful singing voices and work hard together! AJ and Madi are such good people who love performing and working hard on new music together. This weekday show was perfect for this moody hotel bar in Denver. I loved the moody, red lights despite the lovely music these two were playing.

Denver, CO LGBTQ+ Wedding Photographer

Denver, CO LGBTQ+ Wedding Photographer - City of Cuernavaca Park

This wedding day was perfect. We honestly has no idea if an October wedding in Denver would mean it would be snowing. Luckily, no snow, but we did get a pretty intense downpour 20 minutes or so after I arrived. We had enough time to get some photos of these two on their bikes before the rain came, then afterwards, an amazing double rainbow appeared and this couple was so happy about “how perfectly gay this is!!” I loved seeing all of their family members who loved them the most to be there to support their self solemnization in Denver.

This wedding was so emotional for good reason! What an amazing city we live in where love can be seen as love no matter who it it is. I was so happy that these two chose me to witness and document their special day.

Best Hikes near Denver - Saint Mary's Glacier Hike, Colorado

Best Hikes near Denver - Saint Mary's Glacier Hike, Colorado

Saint Mary’s Glacier is an easy 2.4 mile round trip hike with about 1,030 ft of elevation gain. It’s in Idaho Springs and about 45 minutes from Downtown Denver. Saint Mary’s has a glacier that has snow year round. Sometimes people will be skiing in August like they were when I last visited! There is a $5 cash fee to park in the lot and the views are worth any payment. The colors from the wildflowers in the summer are so lush. The lake is cold, but good for cliff jumping and swimming. There is a stream of water from the snowmelt near the glacier with lots of nice places to sit and enjoy the views. I love coming to this place to hike in different seasons throughout the year. This is a great hike to take visitors from out of town for beautiful views in a short distance. The drive up to the parking lot is gorgeous too!

Denver Headshot Photos - Urban Headshots in RiNo

Denver Headshot Photographer - Downtown Denver Headshots in RiNo

Rachel and I met at an event hosted by a new mutual friend of ours. We chatted for a little while but really got to know each other better during this shoot! The best feeling for me is when I have more energy and excitement about my job and life after a photoshoot is over. This happens a lot and it really helps me to see that I’m on the right track with my work. I love being able to help people feel confident in their own bodies and hyping them up during a photoshoot to get the most genuine images. Rachel is graduating with her Master’s degree soon, and she is such a successful woman already. She’s juggling life events as well as working full time and planning trips for the summer with her fiance.

Denver Headshot Photographer for Small Business Owner

Denver Headshot Photographer for Small Business Owner

Brian is a psychotherapist in Louisville Colorado. He has worked so hard to complete his degrees in psychotherapy and build his own business over the past few years. His welcoming and inclusive personality are great. I loved spending time with Brian for these photos and getting to know more about his business. I love connecting with other people in my community to support both our businesses.

Denver Couples Photographer - Mountain Photo Inspiration

Denver Couples Photographer - Mountain Photo Inspiration

Taylor and Keith are always my favorite couple in Colorado to go to the mountains and take photos for. They include their cats at home, then we get to go on a little adventure with the dogs. Taylor and I met a few years ago when I first moved to Colorado and we worked in Boulder together. Her friendship has been so meaningful to me. I always learn something new when we’re together. Her passion for political activism and indigenous rights in inspiring. I’ve loved watching her and her husband grow as people and to be able to document their relationship a little bit each year. <3

Boulder, Colorado Headshot Photographer

Boulder, Colorado Headshot Photographer

Here are some warm weather headshot photos even though it finally snowed this morning in Denver!

Boulder Headshot Photographer - Oracle Readings

Tori-

This beautiful soul has recently started offering oracle readings at Local Goods Colorado in Lafayette, CO. Stop by on Sunday afternoons and check her page for specific times and details. Tori is personable, gentle, wise and gives actionable insight when needed. Her altars set the vibe with incense, crystals and candles.

I’ve been a part of Tori’s membership within her business, Well Connected, for a little over a year and she endlessly helps me realize what is truly important to me while offering spiritual guidance as well as the community support of other incredible women. Check out her instagram and website :)

Tori's Instagram

Tori's Website

Boulder Headshot Photographer at Coot Lake

Boulder Headshot Photographer at Coot Lake

Lana is incredibly talented and I’m always impressed with what she’s working on. Her lucid dreaming business is always going to the next level and helping people mitigate depression and reach deeper layers of themselves through dreamwork. I love spending time with Lana- I’m always reinvigorated about my own business afterwards.

We took lots of photos and played with all the color that’s still here with the longer than usual Fall in Colorado.

Denver Family Photographer

Denver Family Photographer

I’ve been taking photos for Haley and Tinley for a few years. Haley is always on board for new photos of her and her daughter. Haley has been through all the ups and downs of life over the past 2 years, but the most important thing to her is Tinley. I’m always inspired by Haley’s devotion to preserving memories of her and her daughter. I’ve done at least 5 sessions for them and Haley always has matching outfits and shoes. Haley always says “ we do whatever Tinley wants to”

The way she means this though isn’t by letting Tinley be spoiled, she means that if she gets off her night shift as a nurse and has the day open to spend with Tinley and Tinley wants to go swim at the lake, they do it. Tinley teaches Haley to do spontaneous and fun things just because. I love the way they lead their lives and get through all the tough times of being a single mom. It makes me so happy after I deliver a photo gallery to her and I get a text saying they’re her favorite photos ever.

Every moment in life is the most important. That concept is amplified when someone has a baby since they’re physically changing so quickly and obviously. It’s such a good metaphor for embracing the present moment and treating every day like it’s a celebration- because. it is <3

Flow Arts Downtown Denver Photoshoot

Downtown Denver Circus/Flow Arts Photoshoot

Ana and I have followed each other on instagram for awhile and we were finally able to connect for a photoshoot a few weeks ago. She brought her hoops and flowed for me while we explored this cool area in Denver with bridges and murals. Ana’s energy is awesome. She’s a great performer and I loved spending time together to get these cool photos. Ana is originally from the east coast and moved out to Colorado several years ago, but she’s been doing circus performance for a long time. I’m so inspired and fully believe in supporting artists and people who follow their passions. A work/play balance is crucial to life, but being able to incorporate play in your work like Ana does inspires me so much. <3

Headshot Photographer at Washington Park - Denver, CO

Headshot Photographer at Washington Park - Denver, CO

Gaby’s headshot session at the Pastel wall and in Wash Park

Denver, CO Wedding Photographer

Denver, CO Wedding Inspiration

- Fatima and Roy’s Wedding - I’ve known Fatima and Roy since middle school and this was such a beautiful day to be a part of. I cried during their vows, first dances and a few other times. Weddings are so special to me. I get to watch people in love be their truest selves together for an entire day and document it all. It’s one of the most emotionally inspiring things to witness <3

Denver Headshot Photographer - Life Coach Photos

Denver Headshot Photographer - Life Coach Photos

Andie and I met each other when we were in middle school while doing gymnastics together in Illinois. 10 + years later, we both ended up in the Denver area and reconnected! Andie is a life coach in Denver and helps people shift their mindsets through neurolinguistic programming. Andie is SO kind, energetic and inspiring. She left her corporate job to do what she loves. We did this photo shoot on a rainy morning at 7am and had the best time using the beautiful space at Realm. Andie’s business has such important values revolving around finding personal passions and incorporating self care. It’s easy to be hard on yourself and have low self worth about careers and life, but Andie helps people know and discover their worth.

Follow Andie on instagram - @andiecolleen

Location: @realm in Denver