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Dr. Suess once said, “Sometimes you will never know the value of a moment until it becomes a memory.” It’s startling how fast time can pass when looking back, yet we often take moments for granted while they happen. This is why it’s such a unique privilege for me to be a Colorado family photographer. […]

How to Turn Your Photos into Gifts for Family by Colorado Family Photographer

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Colorado Family Photographer captures mother and father hugging while children run around them

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Every year, I look forward to my annual sessions with Santa, and I can’t believe this was our fifth year!

Magical Christmas Photo Sessions with Santa

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At our house, the holidays just aren’t complete without…cookies! In fact, since the boys were young, I’ve realized that the entire week leading up to Christmas is just one continuous sugar high! There are the treats at school parties, goodies arriving in the mail from friends and family, and of course lots of cookie baking at home! So, I’ve just learned to embrace it!

My Favorite Holiday Cookies

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I love gifts that come from the heart, particular ones that are handmade or involve photographs! So, one of my favorite holiday traditions is to sit down and make some fun crafts together with my boys.

Fun Holiday Crafts for the Whole Family

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There are so many reasons I’m passionate about supporting small, local businesses. As a small business owner myself, I understand that when you support a small, local business, you’re supporting a dream. So, I like to find opportunities each year, particularly during the holiday season, to pay it forward. When you start your shopping on […]

Ways to Shop Small and Local This Holiday Season

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Let’s skip the Black Friday shopping on Amazon this year and head out to a magical holiday market instead! The holiday markets that pop up throughout the greater Denver area are a great way to help support local artisans and businesses. Plus, they each typically have their own list of festive activities to entertain the […]

15 Festive Colorado Holiday Markets

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As a kid, I was always in awe of the magic of Santa (and the Easter bunny, tooth fairy, etc.). Even as an adult, I still enjoy anything otherworldly and magical (I read a lot of Leigh Bardugo, V.E. Schwab, and of course J.K. Rowling!) So, in our family, it gives me great joy to […]

Ways to Keep the Magic of Santa Alive

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I’m such a fan of gift giving- particularly during the holidays. And whether it’s a heartfelt project I’ve created myself or something unique and store bought, my family and friends have received a number of gifts involving photographs over the years. There are some pretty clever and beautiful things you can buy or create yourself […]

10 Photo Gift Ideas for Everyone on Your List

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