hen I met up with Rupa and Jay on Pearl Street in Boulder, Colorado this last weekend for their engagement session I asked them "So, what are you guys wanting?" Jay's response was classic: "Pictures." And then Rupa added, "We are fun and silly. Not so much the kissy stuff, just fun, you know?" And so we began.
I knew I could handle Jay's request, but Rupa's? Sometimes I encourage people throughout a session and help them show off their true selves in front of the camera - but in many ways, you kinda have to bring it... And so I was curious as to what might happen when we started our little photo shoot. Would it be fun and silly? Would they mind if we did just a few 'kissy' pics even though her Mom and Sister would be watching? Only one way to find out...
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Well, right off the bat Rupa and Jay started laughing. And for most of the evening they never stopped! What a fun time!!
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There was a bit of a breeze - but I love what that does with hair and flowy dresses (and saris).
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They told me how much they loved Pearl Street and we had a blast walking the strip and the side streets and really getting that Boulder 'feel'.
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And they rocked these designer hats.
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They snuck in to the St. Julien for a little wardrobe change while I waited outside admiring this red motorcycle. When they came out and I saw her dress I said "You MATCH!" Love it. If only they could've got the keys and started cruising around (with Jay in the sidecar of course!).
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What a beautiful couple.
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While Mom was off resting somewhere we snuck in a few 'kissy' pics. :)
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Again - "You MATCH!"
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Congrats you two! It was a joy to photograph your smiles.
t's always fun to see my Brides and Grooms featured in print. And it's REALLY FUN to see Alissa and Matt on the pages of the latest edition of The Knot Colorado.
I've known this crew for quite awhile and I can still remember sitting next to Jack at a Christmas Concert in Boulder, Colorado when he was younger than my son Philip is now!
It was great getting together with them recently to update their family photos.
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Let's meet the Spicer kids.
Here's Bailey.
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Cameron.
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Paige.
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And Jack.
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And here they are showing us their acrobatic talent!
s I mentioned in the previous post, our good friends the Millers came out for a visit recently. While they were here we went to El Dorado Canyon State Park, among other things.
Now, something you must know about my friend Jake. He beats me at just about everything. While rock climbing at the park, he went higher and faster than me. While lifting weights at the gym, he bench pressed more than me. While playing frisbee golf, he won, and his record against me in this event is probably somewhere near 100-0, and I know I got the zero part right.
Jake is a great competitor. He never flaunts his prowess in my face. And I enjoy losing to him even though it happens all the time. I'm fairly certain I can take a better photo than he can because, well, I'm a photographer. Jake is just a Jet Engine Scientist. That's all.
And I'm also pretty sure I can beat him at a few board games - another hobby of mine.
But it's always fun to try to think up new challenges for us to compete in. And this brings me to today's post. After being 'defeated' in the rock climbing skills test at El Dorado Canyon State Park I thought up something else for us to try.
"How about we both stick our heads under this freezing cold river and see who can stay under the longest?"
Mind you, this water was frigid-as-ice-freeze-your-brain-and-your-eyeballs COLD!!
So, here's a little video they were so kind to shoot of me acting like an ostrich in an attempt to best Jake at something.
Thornton Colorado Family Portraits | Miller Family
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he Wilson's are blessed!
Great friendships don't come around too often and when you find one it's best to hold on to it! Well, the Wilsons and the Millers have been enjoying a great friendship for 9 years or so now and we are so thankful to have them in our lives. Last year we were able to visit them on Kara's parents farm in Iowa during Spring Break. I did a little portrait session with them then, and again just recently when they came to Colorado to visit us. With over a year between, look how much their daughter has grown!
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I just love all of her different expressions!
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Thanks for coming to visit us, Millers! Our kids loved having a 'sister' around the house. And we love having you as friends.
eople often ask me "So, you're a wedding photographer?"
"Yes."
"Full time?"
"Yes."
"Is that all you do?"
"Well, the only other thing I advertise for is Senior Pictures. I do family portraits, baby portraits, corporate events, etc. if people ask - but the only thing I promote is Weddings and Seniors."
The truth of it is that Weddings and Seniors are my favorite. And I can't tell you how pumped I am that summer is here and it's time again for Senior Pictures!
Seniors want to be artsy. Seniors want to be unique. They want to be themselves. They want to be expressive. They're willing to take risks. They're fun. And as a result - Senior Pictures are simply a blast!
Here's looking back to a few from last year. I tried to dig up an image of each that hadn't yet appeared on my site until now. Below their image is a slideshow from their session if you'd like to see more. (HINT: Stop a show before starting another or you'll get multiple soundtracks!)
In alphabetical order...
Bailey.
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Chelsea.
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Cole (who's probably playing in the world cup right now).
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Katlyn.
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Rachel.
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Rose.
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Zach.
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There were a few more as well. So fun!
Who's it going to be this year? Come on Class of 2011 - I can't wait!
Wedding Portraits in Frisco Colorado | Claudine and Mark
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've known Claudine for a number of years. And what I know about her is that she is a very strong and caring woman who has mentored numerous young adults and has given freely of herself in an effort to help others grow and discover who they are. A few years have passed now since I've seen Claudine and it's really neat to hear, through Claudine, how life takes it's course.
But as much as things change - they stay the same.
As for the change... She's MARRIED! Claudine and Mark's actual wedding was a couple of months ago in the Galapagos. A few of their closest friends and family were there to celebrate with them, but now that they're back 'in town' and living in Frisco, Colorado they called me to help them document this momentous occasion in their lives.
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It was exciting to hear that Claudine is now on a 'new' (funny, that word) path to be a life coach. Like I said, helping others is her 'thing'. Always has been, and I imagine it always will be.
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And as for Mark, well... I've you've ever been skiing at Breckenridge or Copper Mountain and injured yourself in such a way as to merit a trip to the hospital in Frisco - then perhaps you've met this doctor there!
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They live right off of main street in beautiful Frisco, Colorado and we took a few photos in their backyard.
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They'll be having a big reception there in a few short weeks to celebrate their marriage and I imagine their hammock over the river will get a ton of use!
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Yes, sometimes even I must break out the cheese!
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We finished our session together at the Frisco Marina. What can I say except that it's simply beautiful there!
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LOVE this one! (My apologies to the guy I made wait behind me while we took these.)
