When Annie and I first started talking about me being the photographer for her and Josh’s wedding, it was SO great to find out that she’s from Wisconsin – because, though I was born in Montana and have spent nearly half my life here, I grew up in Wisconsin and have a special fondness for it in my heart. And fellow Wisconsin people are just kind of awesome. Doncha know. (Sorry – couldn’t resist.)

I met up with her and Josh at the bed and breakfast they are caretakers of in Darby (such a sweet place!), and Montana was pulling out all the stops for us – blue skies, colorful autumn leaves, golden light….I could go on and on.

After trekking around for a bit, all the while chatting and laughing as we made their portraits, we went back to their B&B,  and then hung out for a while. Annie’s hummus was super tasty, and we also sipped on some Spotted Cow (shout out to Wisconsin again! – this is a beer for those of you who are unfamiliar) while we waited for the sun to sink.

The temperatures had definitely dropped at that point, so kudos to Annie and Josh for being so patient and awesome as we made starry night portraits! When Annie initially told me she wanted to do this, I was stoked, and even more so after she told me that Josh had proposed to her under a beautiful, starry sky in Tanzania.

Thanks again, you two, for such a great session (and for sharing one of your Spotted Cows with me ;) ). I am SO looking forward to your wedding next year! In the meantime, here’s to many more beautiful Montana starry nights for you both!

On the docket: more portraits! Don’t miss ’em!

Cheers,

-Kristine

And this is certainly true for the Butler family who have two-year-old triplet boys to keep them on their toes. I swung over to Darby a few days after Lauren and Jeff’s Two Feathers ranch wedding to meet up with them for their family session with their little guys. The triplets had a blast showing me the finer points of cowboy hat-throwing, hay tossing, rock-skipping, tree-“climbing,” and grass-wading (since the tall grass is much, MUCH taller than these adorable little guys!).

Thank you so much for having me photograph your handsome family! On to the photos of these little charmers.

On the docket: a stunning bridal session (creek involved!) and weddings galore! Don’t miss out!

Cheers,

-Kristine