Originally Sarah and Matt's engagement photos in Missoula Montana were scheduled for the day of that super-major-holy-moly-intense windstorm...thankfully we rescheduled to a couple days after, and I'm SO glad we did. Not only did we get to avoid those 74 mile-an-hour winds, but we were privy to a pretty darn gorgeous evening (including a spectacular sunset!). We had such a good time wandering and chatting as we made their photos, and thanks to Sarah's lightning-quick reaction time, we also managed to avoid a little skunk who had been thinking about meandering across our path (he ran off in the other direction - and if you haven't ever seen ...
Colleen + Colin :: Missoula Montana Engagement Photography
When Colleen and Colin met up with me to talk about having me photograph their Missoula Montana engagement photography session, I knew we'd have a great time making images together - these two are so happy, so sweet together, and truly do epitomize the meaning of love. We had such a wonderful time wandering the golden fields, laughing and chatting the entire time. They insisted they weren't used to being in front of the camera, but these two were naturals! Mother Nature also behaved herself for us, treating Colleen and Colin to perfect temps, and, if you look closely, you might even see a cloud in the shape of heart - ...
Emily + John :: Missoula, Montana Springtime Engagement Session in the Mountains
There's nothing more beautiful than a couple who can laugh together - and Emily and John certainly epitomize that in their relationship. It was so nice to meet up with them while Emily was visiting John from Tennessee. The weather even behaved itself for us and held off on the rain as we had a great time trekking around and making springtime engagement photos. We had so much fun chatting and laughing, and I'm just beyond happy for these two, as it's clear they've got something pretty special going on. Emily and John, congratulations again on your engagement! I'm so excited for you both, and am even happier that you two will get to call ...
Love Amongst the Leaves :: {Kelci and Michael’s Missoula, Montana Engagement Photos}
There is something just so magical about autumn - maybe it's because it feels like its beauty can be so fleeting so we must absolutely soak it up while we can. The leaves are green one day, and then suddenly there's a chill in the air, the clouds turn a dark gray, the sky seems bluer against that gray, the light turns a bit more golden and whammo! we're surrounded by a world full of brilliant oranges, golds and reds. Kelci, Michael and I definitely made the most of the truly stunning autumn Missoula was treated to this year, and though it was a wee bit on the chilly side during our shoot, they toughed it out and we all had such a great ...
Ponies, Donkeys and Dogs, Oh My! :: {Abby and Jeff’s Lolo, Montana Ranch Engagement Session}
When Abby and Jeff, both animal-lovers, asked if they could have their engagement photos done with llamas, horses or cows - I admittedly got a little giddy. My response to that question will always be a resounding, "Heck YES!" We found ourselves some willing participants at a ranch in Lolo (they were: ponies Captain Lewis and Captain Clark, Charger the horse, Maude and Gertie the mini mules, and Vincent the dog), and luckily the weather held out for us while Abby and Jeff were in town visiting from Chicago. We had SO much fun. SO much. There was laughter, donkey braying, funny dog faces, kissing ponies, gorgeous light - you name it. And a ...
Love in the Springtime :: {Christine and Pete’s Missoula Engagement Session}
What is better than a perfect Montana springtime evening, beautiful golden light and a couple who is just head-over-heels for one another? Not much at all. That I'm certain of. Christine, Pete and I had SO much fun during their engagement session, and even though it was HOT (82 degrees in May - what what?!), I don't think we noticed all that much. We were too busy smiling, laughing, giggling, traipsing through the tall green grass, climbing over logs - you name it. It was such a treat to see the love in their eyes for one another, and to hear how they sweetly talk about each other. (In Christine's words: "I love him so much - everybody ...
Winter in the Mountains – {Kristeen & Colt’s Montana Portrait Session at Sky Ridge Ranch}
From the moment I talked to Kristeen on the phone (and we exclaimed over the fact that we're both "K" Kristines - woot woot! we're rare, I tell you!), I knew we'd just have a blast working together! So, when Kristeen called to tell me she and Colt were in Missoula, visiting from their home base in Hawaii, and that they had decided they wanted to take advantage of the snow we had here to do some fun portraits, I was completely game. We all carpooled together up to Sky Ridge Ranch (which is where they'll be getting married this summer - such a beautiful venue!), and decided to tromp around in the snow and make the most of the white-capped ...
Wintertime Rambles – {Megan and Jeremy’s Missoula “Engagement” + Family Session}
A few days after Christmas I had the pleasure of getting together with Megan and Jeremy and their family since they were all together in Missoula for the holidays. It was such a treat to see everyone again, and this time around I even got to meet Megan and Jeremy's dog, Grafton (who is the cutest, fuzziest dude ever!). The backstory about their "engagement" session is that I photographed Megan and Jeremy's wedding in 2012 (so pretty!), but we had to delay their engagement session until a later date since they live more than a hop and a skip away from Missoula. So, a little over a year later we had a great time making photos of these two - ...
Perfect Autumn Days – {Raina and Danny’s Missoula Engagement Session}
This year Missoula has experienced an exceptionally beautiful autumn - and luckily Raina, Danny and I got to take advantage of all the beautiful colors before the wind swept the leaves off the trees a few days later. We walked around downtown, laughing and chatting, and laughing some more. Giggling, they told me the story of how they met when Raina swiped one of Danny's chicken strips - the rest is history. :) These two are just so utterly in love, and I can tell we're going to have an absolute blast at their wedding next year. Here's to you two, Raina and Danny! And many, many chicken strips to share. ;) On the ...
Colorful Leaves and Starry Montana Skies – {Annie and Josh’s Darby, Montana Engagement Session}
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 ...