It's always such a joy to me when I get to photograph my close friends' families. This family of all girls (even the dog) + Dad is just lovable on every level. The ladies are so sweet, thoughtful, creative, and just a load of fun to be with! Even the dog, Stella, is packed with personality. Dad comes to life during the sessions and provides comedy and humor, and the connection between these six lovely, lovely people is just so evident. We went just down the street from their home, to lovely Bear Creek Regional Park and its endless trails and beautiful views of the foothills, Cheyenne Mountain to the south, and the city of Colorado Springs to the east. The breeze was blowing, but we kept moving to stay warm. We even got some fabulous and goofy shots of Dad with his amazing belt buckle!

Group portrait of four friends in light-colored dresses posing together at sunset in a mountain field.
Candid family moment of laughter and embraces captured outdoors on fallen log.
Candid family moment embracing and laughing together outdoors in mountain scenery.
Family group photo with dog against mountain backdrop in natural setting.
Group portrait with people wearing neutral dresses and boots in mountain setting.
Group photo of people sitting together on mountain hillside wearing coordinated outfits.
Group portrait of friends in light-colored dresses standing together in mountain terrain.
Four friends in white dresses running together through a mountain field at sunset.
White lace dress portrait captured during sunset with mountain landscape.
A portrait showing natural curly hair and warm smile against mountain scenery.