Families
Kate, Lauren & Matthew at Silo Park
Followers of my blog know that I have been photographing Debbie and Brian and their three children for a couple of years now. And each session has been a great experience, but this last one was pure joy. The girls are now old enough to direct me where to go for their favorite shots, and big brother Matthew is simply delightful. I added some special effects to some of the photos just for fun as well. Thanks, Debbie and Brian, for letting me help document the growth of your children!
John Celebrates His Birthday in Denver
I had such a great time photographing John’s surprise birthday party at the Marriott Courtyard in downtown Denver. His amazing wife Joyce not only pulled off the surprise while inviting guests from all over the country, but she turned the space into a photo gallery showcasing John’s stunning photography. While the adults laughed and visited and enjoyed the night, the children present, especially his granddaughter Ashlin, added that extra something that always makes the photographer’s job more fun. So I decided to use Ashlin as my guide for this quick overview of a very special evening.
And Ashlin’s cousins enjoyed John’s great photos almost as much as I did!
Maternity Session with Melissa, Chip & Nicholas
I am thrilled for Melissa and Chip and soon-to-be big brother Nicholas as they prepare to welcome a newborn into their home. (Be sure to check back in late June for newborn shots!) And getting to see Melissa’s parents, Lucinda and Bill, is an added treat. As you can see by the following photos, we had way too much fun as we documented pregnancy, family, and life. Special thanks to Melissa and Chip for always being willing to try different ideas (This is the fifth time I have had the privilege of photographing them, from Nicholas’s birth to now.) and for always making me look like a better photographer. I can’t wait to meet the newest member of your familly!!
And I had to take a few of Nicholas!
These last two just warmed my heart!
Krishan & Nina in Stapleton
Once again, I was blessed to photograph the children of another student I taught in my previous career. Nisha was one of those incredible yearbook editors who made a difference not only for the book and the staff she worked with, but in my life as well. And to see her and Brennan interact with their adorable Nina and newborn Krishan is such a treat! Now that they have moved into my neighborhood (and once the snow melts and the weather warms up!), I hope to see lots more of all of them. Congratulations on your darling new addition!
Family Time in Aurora
Every time I am asked to photograph Cindy and Bob and their family, I enjoy it even more. From their wedding to their first son Baylor to his brother Jack to just any chance our paths cross, it is always a treat to be around them. And when Bob’s daughters Shannon (one of my favorite students from a past career) and Tara (who shares my love for photography) and Cindy’s parents are thrown in the mix, the photo shoot gets even better! So following is just a random sample of photos we captured on Christmas Eve. Starting with Jack’s “formal” shot and ending with Baylor and his friend from next door, each shot was a joy. Hope you enjoy them as well!
Love Thy Brother. And Sister.
Parent and Child
In the next week I am going to make up for lost time and blog about so many of the wonderful photo shoots I have done in the past several months while I was taking a blogging break. I have lots of excuses for not blogging regularly (a trip to Europe, finishing our cabin in the mountains, playing apps on my iPhone), but mostly I just needed some time to think about life. And death. And how much I cherish having the chance to photograph so many families and friends and life altering events.
And so, instead of blogging about individual photo shoots, I’ve put together a series of themes (my yearbook background just keeps asserting itself!) and pulled samples from my shoots of the past few months. The first one was going to be called “Mother and Child” because I cannot stop thinking about my beautiful daughter Janet and her husband Andrew whose baby was stillborn this past August. They are truly my heroes as they continue to heal over these past few months. But every time I capture a mom or a dad (which is why the title had to be expanded to include them as well!) in unguarded moments with their children, I can’t help but think of Janet and Andrew. I know they will someday be that mother and father; in the meantime, I would like to share just a few of my favorite candid shots.
These last two are extremely special to me. The first is of Karlyn and Nolan, my first grandson. The second is of Janet and Miller, my second grandson.
Kosta, Joanne & Sean
Kosta is Joanne and Sean’s miracle baby, as he was born three months prematurely weighing only two pounds, eight ounces. As you can see by the photos that follow, he is thriving! And watching Joanne and Sean with Konstantinos Ioannis (yes, it’s all Greek to me!) was the best part of the photo shoot. He was so happy and adorable the entire time that it was tempting to put down the camera and just hold him. And the other highlight was seeing Joanne again and meeting her wonderful husband. All in all, a great day!
Matthew, Lauren and Kate at Silo Park
I love photographing families. And Debbie and Brian have done such a great job with their three children, big brother Matthew and twins Lauren and Kate, that spending time with them is even more delightful. When I first shot them in the fall, the girls were a little shy; this time, we all explored the wetlands, the playground, the toolshed, and every inch of one of my new favorite locations, Silo Park. I think we captured every mood of this wonderful family; following is just a small sample. Enjoy!
Angelina Turns One!
I loved photographing Angelina and her parents, Marie and Nick, last winter, but had even more fun this time around as Angelina just turned one. She is such an adorable little girl, as you can tell by the photos that follow, and Marie and Nick were great about trying out different settings at a park in Stapleton. And Marie was nice enough to let me photograph Angelina a few days later in her grandmother’s coat, as each year Angelina can be documented growing into this special heirloom. I loved all the moods Angelina showed in this shoot, as you can see. Enjoy!
