Its Hot Cocoa Time!-Denver Wedding and Engagement Photographer

I love the winter and I love to showcase these two love birds. Addionally, hot cocoa is one of the little things in life that get me excited. Well I have to admit, I have a long list of little things that I get excited about, but hot cocoa is one of them! Bundle up with your cutie(Sweetheart, kiddos, family, friend, dogs, or just your roommates) in the Colorado winter. Enjoy the moments indoors and be mindful of the connections you have with others to create your memories for a lifetime. 
~Lori

Family Fun in Evergreen- Denver Family Portrait Photographer

The S family planned their Thanksgiving weekend in Denver and it was time to get some updated family photography. We planned to meet at Evergreen Lakehouse and the weather was to be mid 50's, Perfect! Well, that morning, the snow clouds started rolling in and so did the cold temperatures. They also informed me how "unphotogenic" they were.  I couldn't beleive it because as a photographer, that is what everyone says that about themselves. People think I am looking for something specific.  But really, I want to capture them and the essentce of their family. This family was no exception! And looking at these photos, I can say that we didn't get  shots of an "unphotogenic" family. Not nearly! And they didn't even look like they were freezing...which they were. They are delightful people and I am happy to have captured these images for them to cherish forever. Thank you to the S. Family, you are all awesome! And a big Thanks to Laura S. for the refferral!

Our First Portrait Session Giveaway- Denver Portrait Photographer

I am pleased to say that we finally offering a giveaway! From 11/8-12/15 Enter to win!

Lori J Photography is offering a GIVEAWAY for a 30 minute Portrait Photography Session. Photography is a luxury expense.  The feeling and experience you have when you have had a professional, quality portrait, is priceless.  You see your beautiful canvas hung on your wall, share the beautiful images with friends and family, and get to hear how beautiful you and/or your family/children are, who doesn't want that?!  

What better time than the start of Fall to enter for a chance to win a 30 minute customized portrait photography session from Lori J Photography? Portraits can be for families, individuals, children, professionals for head shots, engagement, or pet photography.  The session includes:

• Photography session
• Photography equipment and expertise
• An online gallery of all of your beautifully edited images
• 1 digital image with printing rights 
• AND if the winner had over 350 entry points, they received a 16x20 professional print

To Enter: Go to our Facebook Page and click GIVEAWAY
https://www.facebook.com/lorijphotography

Enter to WIN! Multiple entries can be made from 114/8-12/15, each day you can share, tweet, and post to friends pages to rack up points to win this giveaway for a session with me. Best of luck! - Lori J

Rainy Day full of Wedding Joy "Sneak Peek"- Denver Wedding Photographer

A vintage themed wedding with pale pink accents took place at the historic Lumber Baron Inn in Denver. This Bed and Breakfast was the perfect venue for this couples wedding. As the rain poured on Colorado, the the couple braced themselves with an alternate plan for their garden wedding. Everyone rushed around to placed the chairs in the parlor for the guests. The warmth and charm of the vintage mansion accented the classic tuxes of the groomsmen and classic pink and black bridesmaids dresses.

Its a tricky day when rain presents! Some say rain is meant to be good luck on your wedding day. I would like to think that this rain has showered the best of luck on Cassandra and Justin's marriage!
Congratulations you two! Enjoy the Sneak Peek.
Lori

Denver Wedding Photographer, Colorado Wedding Photographer, Vintage Weddings Colorado

Mountain View Wedding- Denver Wedding Photographer

The Rocky Mountains, a picture perfect landscape, why not throw a wedding? Well I was able to do this over the summer. While camping, I found the most pristine location to photograph the picture perfect wedding. The lush landscape provided yellow wild flowers, green grass, the mountain view, and a few clouds to role through the big, blue sky. The day was perfect and we nearly missed a rainstorm.  The bride and groom were fabulous! 

A big thank you to Breyanna of Be Beautiful Cosmetic Design. Be sure to go like her Facebook page, while you are there, like Lori J Photography Facebook Page Facebook too. Enjoy the photos and get some last minute Colorado Hiking in this summer. Lori J Photography Pinterest

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Furry Friends Mini Session- Denver Pet Photography

This Summer has been a blast! I have spent so much time outdoors snapping away with my camera. I set some time aside to host the Furry Friends Mini Photography sessions in June of this year. It was so much fun, I really love dogs and felt that this project was important. This year was especially sad as many of my friends had their beloved pets pass away and really wished they had gotten some images to capture their pooch so they could cherish there pooch just they way they were in their final days. I know that generally people don't think to get a photographer for their pets, however, a pet is part of the family. These moments are memories that can be cherished for a lifetime. You can't deny these furry friends from my photography shoot from bringing a smile to your face. 

I had two adorable dogs in round two of the Furry Friends Mini Photography Sessions in Denver, Seamus and Adelaide. Check out the playful dogs below. I was told they enjoyed their toys when they got home from our session. I got one cell phone photo with a thank you from Seamus, a thank you card from Adelaide with a follow-up photo of the demolished dog toy (She ate the ears off first). But man these pups sure know how to say thank you! On that note, I have to say a big THANK YOU to my doggie goodie bag sponsor, Green Buddies USA, off Colfax, they supplied heathy treats for the Furry Friend Mini Session. 

Enjoy the rest of your summer!

If you are intersted in being a part of next years Furry Friends Mini Sessions, please email info@lorijphotography.com and I will add you to my newsletter distribution. 

Denver A-List- Vote for Us!

Super Awesome News!! I am on the ballot for the Denver A-List. This is a cool honor for Lori J Photography. There are over 200 photographers on the ballot. I personally use Denver A-list for picking vendors and restaurants to go check out. I ask for your time and a quick vote, especially

if you are my past client. I love to hear from you and about your experience and mostly importantly my new clients do too! So head on over to the link below and cast your vote for Lori J Photography, Denver's Best Wedding Photographer. There are only 14 days left.

http://denveralist.cityvoter.com/lori-j-photography/biz/660056

Sincerely,

Sneak Peek! Wedding Romance in the City

 As a wedding photographer, Saturday afternoons are reserved for weddings. I especially love weddings and not just because its my job. I believe in love, soul mates, hearts flowers, and romance! YAY! I know gushy stuff, but its important! On a June Saturday afternoon, I gathered my things to head to Downtown Denver to photograph Tim and Susan's wedding. I was super excited! I had seen all of the lovely Facebook posts on their pages from friends and family with best wishes. Yay, wedding day!

A day filled with cocktails, delicious appetizers, scavenger hunts, a photo booth, and a play table for the kiddos, this Artwork Network wedding turned out fabulous! This couple is so in love, they couldn't get enough of each other during their photographic moments, they commented, "It helps when you love the person". Well, that goes without saying! But they were especially cute and sincere during their First Look moment alone and their classy first dance.

Without further adieu...presenting a Sneak Peek of the wedding. (I saved some of the best for their private viewing Session Premiere.)

    

          

     

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Drool and squeak toys!

I love dogs! I have two of my own and they steal my heart. Our animals are family members in our households. Most people would not think to get photography of their dogs until it is too late. I cherish life's moments and see photography as a visual representation of a moment in time for us to remember. Please take a moments to pet your animals today and take a moment to enjoy the smiles they bring you.

The Furry Friends Mini Session was a hit! I recruited my husband to help me with this photo session because I knew that being behind the camera and taming a few puppies, was a multitasking job that I couldn't tackle. It was a fabulous overcast day, which is a photographers dream! As each dog arrived at the shoot, the owners received their goodie bags filled with coupons, organic treats, all natural dog bones, and a squeak toy.  The dogs knew that behind that tissue paper was a treat, so they tore into the tissue paper and trampled over the lovely bag. I guess the dogs didn't care as much about presentation as us humans.

Did you miss this mini session, well then sign up for updates on the blog or Facebook and stay tuned for the next themed mini session held by Lori J Photography. I picked a few of my favorite images. Enjoy!

Hot Wedding Trend- Mint!

I was on Pinterest and came across a board that I just loved. As a Denver wedding photographer, I am always looking at wedding blogs, magazines, stores, and websites. A hot new wedding trend color this year is MINT.  I do think that Mint is an awesome wedding color! Mint reminds me of the stone jade, which in other cultures is good luck. Having good luck is the best for wedding day activities, why not spread out the luck everywhere by having the color mint as part of your theme. Mint is also refreshing and that is a must during summer outdoor weddings.

My inspiration for todays blog:
http://pinterest.com/3dmemoirs/hot-wedding-trends-for-2013-1-the-color-mint/

Now, while I have you on Pinterest, hop on over and follow my boards.
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F is for Family-Sneak Peek!

I recently had the pleasure of photographing shots of a family and engagement session in one. Let me tell you this family was awesome! They warned me that their kiddos would be running all over the place, well they were! BUT, that didn't stop us from getting some great images and having a good time! Thank you Gina, Glen, & all your wonderful kiddos!

 Denver Wedding Photographer

Importance of Business Head shots

I love working with professionals on obtaining a look the conveys what they do in their line of business and who they are.  Recently I have worked with a lovely therapist.  Marjorie Laird holds a private practice in Lakewood and dedicates a lot of her time and devotions to a non-profit foundation called Second Wind Fund.

Thank you Marjorie for helping and giving back to the community. Your efforts are selfless and heartfelt. It was a pleasure to photograph your professional head shots!

Lori J Photography

 

Inspiration Estes Park Wedding

So wedding season is here and we still have snow on the ground. I am certainly looking forward to some warmer days.  I like to celebrate the start of wedding season with creating inspiration boards of my weddings from the prior year. Most photographers do a recap of the year at the start of the year. I personally like to go through my weddings at the start of the wedding season to ponder all of the lovely weddings I was invited to photograph, all of the great venues I visited, and all of the couples who blossomed their love. Weddings are such a monumental occasion, a big THANK YOU to all of my previous clients! I look forward to photographing your love and your family growth in the years to come. Lets keep in touch through social media. Go to the Lori J Photography Facebook page and click "Like".

Beach Wedding Inspiration

I love beach weddings. Because I am from Florida, I have had the opportunity to return home and photograph some wonderful beach weddings. While I am sitting here watching the snow fall in Denver, I was reminded of this wonderful wedding on Anna Maria Island, Florida. If you are thinking of a beach or destination wedding spot, this board might be of interest. But if you are only stopping by to look at pretty wedding photos, Enjoy!

MO.com interview

I was interviewed by MO.com and featured on the website about my photography and my business. This is a chance for you to get to know about me and my work. So, if you like reading, head on over to this link!
Have a wonderful day
http://www.mo.com/Lori-Johnson-Lori-J-Photography

Cooking Love-Hate Relationship

My blog this week is to reach out to Lori J Photography clients out there.  I know that each and every day you all might struggle with tackling certain tasks in our household.  Keeping the house clean, laundry, the kiddos, pets, juggling friends, family, and gatherings, OH I almost forgot the other family that you spend more time with WORK! Oh my gosh, who has time to plan a nice meal??  Maybe you do cook all the time but don't know what else to make.  Cooking is a BIG hot topic for my household. "What are we going to eat for dinner?" We shout as one of us stares looking into the fridge....like a magic meal is going to pop out and hit us in the face.  Ok so, I am sure that each and every one of us struggle with finding what to make for meals each week. Yes...yes??? Any takers? Well even if you don't want to comment on this blog, I know that it happens!

Life is so crazy that when we get home, we don't have the energy or maybe even the time to cook.  So in order to help out, I thought that we could all help each other. THANK YOU PINTEREST! I have created a Pinterest board that I use to help me pick out meals before I go shopping each week. 

If you would like to be added to the group so that you can help add your favorite meals for pinning, please send me an email with your email address or just follow my "Fast Food is for the Birds" Pinterest board.

lorijphotography@gmail.com

http://pinterest.com/lorijphotodenco/fast-food-is-for-the-birds-client-meal-sharing/

YAY Bachelorette Party!

I recently spent the weekend in the mountains with a group of girls celebrating a bachelorette party weekend.  It was so much fun! The bride got to spend the weekend relaxing and relishing in all of the planning that she accomplished over the past year. Don't worry, the groom will soon have his own weekend in Vegas. Sounds fun, right?

We ran into so many other bride and groom parties on our weekend that I started to think about the point of the party. It really is just to have another party in celebration of the wedding/commitment and where the maids and/or the groomsmen kick off a last farewell to their friends unmarried life. With so many couples waiting to get married/committed until later in life, the perception is that marriage is boring, unfulfilled, or is always a mistake, I don't believe this! Being a photographer and going to hundreds of weddings, I believe a marriage/commitment is what you make it.  Just like a friendship, you can't just expect it to work by itself.  Time and energy must go in to creating happiness between the two of you, while still juggling your own personalities. 

It annoys me that people see people getting married and the first thing they say is a sarcastic, "GOOD LUCK!" I experienced the same comments when I got married. Well ladies and gentleman, don't let the negativity get you down!!! The negative Nancey's might have a reason to be haters on your relationship but, it doesn't mean it is your burden to carry. Have a wonderful day!

Wedding Inspiration Board

Inspiration Board of Lori J Photography, wedding photography. This event was held at The Pines of Genesee in Colorado. The bride and groom had good luck on their wedding day with a late day shower. It still didn't interfere with photo time. I hope this board will give you inspiration for your Colorado Wedding.