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Rocky Mountain National Park Couples Session - Estes Park Colorado Wedding Photographer - Amalie and Noah

When Amalie reached out asking for couples photos at Rocky Mountain National Park, I knew it was going to be a super fun session, because her heart was in the right place, and I immediately wanted to work with her and Noah. This is what she said:

“We're not engaged, but just in love with each other as we are with the outdoors. One year ago we quit our jobs to spend a year on the road traveling, hiking, exploring...it led us across the US and Mexico, and we've found ourselves temporarily in Denver for work. While there is no reason for the shoot, it's sort of, in a way, documenting the fact that we've been following our hearts and going wherever the wind blows us - and it's been lovely. I adore photos as a way to document where we've been and what we're up to, and while we both love to take them - neither of us is a professional and we never seem to find ourselves both in front of the lens -- funny how that works.”

Umm, does this not sound like the most amazing plan/set of goals/dream/reason for photos ever? I remember coming home and mentioning this to my husband, about how refreshing it was to have a couple who wanted photos just because. No wedding, no engagement, no outfit changes or make up - just wanted to remember this brief stint in Colorado, and their time together. I mentioned a 5 mile round trip hike at sunrise, and she didn’t even hesitate. When I met them in person, it was like meeting old friends for an early morning hike. We chose Mills Lake, and it did not disappoint! It was a beautiful almost fall day, and the leaves were starting to turn, and we had the trail to ourselves.

If you find yourself in a phase in life where you aren’t married or engaged, and think “welp, no reason for photos” you are selling yourself short! Moments deserve to be documented, no matter where you happen to be in life. Reach out and I would be happy to come up with an awesome plan to remember you as you are, in whatever phase of life you find yourself in :)

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Ted & Rachel - Garden of the Gods Engagement - Colorado Springs Wedding Photograpgher

Spring is finally here and Denver and it's been so nice, because I've been able to go out and play with all my couples! The thing I love most about summer engagement sessions in Colorado (besides the fact that its so much warmer!) is the light - golden hour in the mountains is so beautiful and the sun seems to be in the perfect spot in the sky.

I also love sunrise engagement sessions in the summer because for one its waaay warmer and two, I love how quiet and peaceful the early morning can be. Colorado is a beautiful place to go hiking, and everyone seems to know it, so trails and parks can get pretty crowded in the afternoons. I always try and encourage my couples, especially ones that can be particularly camera shy, to aim for a sunrise session. I know - sunrise in the summer is like 5:30 am, and that's sooo incredibly early, but it ends up being 100% worth it because we have the trail to ourselves, which means no gawkers and/or photo bombers. 

If you're thinking of having an outdoor engagement session somewhere in Colorado, or if you have one coming up with me, don't hesitate to reach out! I have tons of ideas, and even recently blogged some of my favorite engagement session locations. Ted and Rachel had their hiking engagement session in Garden of the Gods, and they handled the chilly weather beautifully! We had a great time walking around and laughing. I can't wait for more mountain engagement sessions this summer!

Ted and Rachel walking in Garden of the Gods during their engagement session.
Rachel and Ted walking through Garden of the Gods in Colorado during their Colorado Springs engagement session
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Ted and Rachel walking hand in hand in the hills during their Colorado Springs engagement session.
Rachel and Ted embracing in the hills of Colorado Springs.
Ted kissing Rachel during their Colorado Springs engagement session.
Rachels flowery sundress flowing in the wind during her and Ted's Colorado engagement session.
Ted kissing Rachel on the cheek during their Colorado Springs engagement session at Garden of the Gods.
Ted dipping Rachel at the Garden of the Gods during their Colorado engagement session.
Ted and Rachel looking at each other during their Garden of the Gods engagement session.
Rcahel and Ted during their Garden of the Gods engagement session.
Rachel and Ted snuggling during their engagement session at Garden of the Gods in Colorado Springs.
Ted and Rachel walking hand in hand during their engagement session.
A black and white snapshot of Ted with his hand on Rachels back.
Ted making Rachel laugh during their engagement session in Colorado Springs. They were such a fun couple to photograph!
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Ted and Rachel looking super cute in their coats. I love how intimate and in love they were1
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Ted and Rachel, laughing as they walk.
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Ted kissing Rachel on the cheek.
Ted kissing Rachel on the cheek during their Colorado Springs Engagement session.
Ted kissing Rachel on the cheek and she's laughing hysterically.
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