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Colorado Family Photographer | Boulder Family Photos

COLORADO FAMILY PHOTOGRAPHER

If I could make days last forever
If words could make wishes come true
I’d save every day like a treasure and then
Again, I would spend them with you

Jim Croce, Time in a Bottle

I have a confession to make. In my work as a Colorado family photographer, there’s one thing I enjoy more than photographing a moment in a family’s life…

…and it’s having the privilege of following a family over the years through multiple kinds of photography sessions!

It’s such a joy to see people go through engagement and wedding photos, then newborn photos and family photos as kids are born and grow. I think it’s one of the reasons I prefer to take natural family portraits. Working outside lets me capture each person’s unique personality and the fun dynamics among all the members of a family, whether it be between spouses or parent and child, or among siblings.

When the Perry family wanted me to be their Colorado family photographer in honor of their daughter’s first birthday, I couldn’t resist. I’ve known them for the past 10 years, and during that time, I’ve had the pleasure of photographing Andrew and Leslie for their engagement, their wedding, and then as their beautiful children have come along. And as a bonus, fall family photos are some of the best when it comes to lighting, textures, and colors – they’re irresistible! I couldn’t wait for our session, and the results were worth it.

What a perfect fall day it was for Boulder family photos. The lighting was glorious and soft, yet the weather was unseasonably warm and so totally comfortable for just having fun (and letting me capture the joy their family obviously experiences together) in our outdoor photography session.

Capturing a moment in time…that’s what it’s all about when I get to photograph a family. In this moment, sweet 1-year old Louisa has just gotten in a couple of bottom teeth, taking a tiny step toward the world of childhood and away from the preciousness of the baby years. Her big brother Archer is 3, looking every bit the little man as he protects his little sister and loves her so well.

The glorious Boulder, Colorado area was in fine form – these mountain family photos showcase such a stunning backdrop that shows off this family’s playful spirit and abundant love for each other. Thanks, Perry family, for the opportunity to spend this time with you in such a lush setting!

February 20, 2018
Outdoor Family Photography | Boulder, Colorado Family Photographer

OUTDOOR FAMILY PHOTOGRAPHY

I can’t stop smiling after a recent outdoor family photography session in Boulder, Colorado. It was my pleasure to photograph Ben and Christi, along with their captivating, nearly 1-year-old son, Henry. This beautiful family chose the breathtaking site of Wonderland Lake as the setting for their outdoor family photography session, and it was magical indeed.

This Boulder family photography session gave all three a chance to indulge in some rest and relaxation, not to mention some serious fun. While I always enjoy outdoor family photography sessions, there was just something special about this sweet family and the natural ways they interacted with each other. These are the sessions I love most, when I just get to witness and photograph the members being themselves, whether silly or serious or anything in between.

Our time together ranged from playful to poignant – Ben and Christi clearly love spending quality time with their sweet son Henry! I knew I had captured an incredible image right away when I photographed Ben lifting Henry up at just the perfect moment. Henry was giggling with the fun of the quick movement, while the look of love Ben had for his son was something I’ll never forget. That was the moment that set the tone for the rest of the session, and it was awe inspiring.

The glassy water of Wonderland Lake was truly wondrous as a backdrop to highlight this family’s affection and joy at being together. The majestic mountains soared behind, their strength and permanence testifying to the enduring love this family shares. The verdant greens of the park were the perfect complement to the life and beauty that just radiates from the three of them.

While it’s obvious the entire family loves each other deeply, there really is nothing like the love between a mother and a son. It was my pleasure to witness and photograph the range of feelings between Christi and Henry. Her tenderness, delight, and deep love for Henry were written across her face in every photograph captured during the session.

I hope you enjoy these outdoor family portraits just as much as I enjoyed taking them. Thanks, Ben, Christi, and sweet Henry for the fun of spending this time with you. It’s my joy to share these images – I know they’ll bring the kind of smile that lingers for days to your face, too!

January 30, 2018
Natural Family Portraits | Newborn Photographer Boulder, Colorado

Natural Family Portraits

Long-time clients Rachael & Chris welcomed a baby girl this spring and I am just in love with these natural family portraits. Less than two weeks old, sweet Aria, and her adoring parents had a relaxing shoot in the comfort of their Boulder, Colorado home. Newborn photography is best at home where you can relax and the baby can be surrounded by familiar objects. Natural family portraits are some of my favorite sessions. I just love these sweet moments and these awesome clients. This was the third time I have had the pleasure of working with them and I can honestly say there is no greater compliment for me as a photographer than to be asked back to photograph the same wonderful people during all of their family milestones.

Want to see more of Rachael & Chris? Check out their engagement session and gorgeous Estes Park wedding below.

Engagement: http://truenorthphotography.org/boulder-engagement-photography-rachael-chris/

Wedding: http://truenorthphotography.org/estes-park-colorado-wedding-photography-rachael-chris/

August 25, 2017
Baby Photography | Welcome Archer!

Leslie & Andrew have been my very good friends for many years. I photographed their engagement session, wedding in beautiful Breckenridge, Colorado and now I have had the absolute pleasure of photographing their new baby, Archer. These photos are from the very first hours he joined the world up until about a month old. I love his tiny fingers and how he watches his daddy so intently. I loved watching Leslie, exhausted in her hospital bed, beam and glow as she traced her fingers along his face learning all of his beautiful features. I can’t wait to see him grow and change and watch his wonderful parents guide, support and love him along his journey.

December 12, 2014
Family Photos at Rocky Mountain National Park | Estes Park

I had so much fun making these beautiful family photos up in Rocky Mountain National Park the other day. Atlanta residents, Tyler and Jackie, were married up at the Stanley Hotel 10 years ago and to celebrate their anniversary they decided to take a trip back to Colorado, this time with their three sweet daughters in tow. We had the most perfect spring day for their family photos and Sprague Lake provided the most perfect backdrop. Dressed in angel-white dresses, their girls climbed boulders, threw rocks into the lake, smelled wildflowers and kept a look out for Bigfoot. They each showed off their fantastically willful personalities, scratched legs and pretty smiles. These are some of my favorite family photos to date. Hope you like them too!

June 17, 2014
Family Portrait Session | The Giglio’s

The Giglio’s wanted to freshen up the prints in the frames scattered around their home so we met for a quick family portrait session at Irvine Regional Park, CA. They were so thoughtful to include both sets of grandparents in these photos! Timeless family archives of three generations, I wish I had some beautiful photos with my grandparents. What a great idea for a family portrait session!

June 12, 2014