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A family hold hands and walking together. They are smiling at each other. In the Colorado Springs forest for family photos. Captured by Michelle Betz Photography

If you’re looking for that fairytale, tucked-away-in-the-trees kind of vibe for your next photoshoot, Fox Run Regional Park in Colorado Springs is calling your name. Picture this: tall pine trees, sunlight filtering through the branches, and peaceful trails that feel like you’re stepping into a storybook. It’s no wonder this is one of my absolute […]

The Best Colorado Springs Forest for Family Photos

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A couple in wedding attire walks hand-in-hand down the center of an empty road, surrounded by red rocks and trees, with mountains and a blue sky with clouds in the background.

There’s something about maternity photos that just feels like pure magic. That sweet anticipation. That glowing love. That once-in-a-lifetime moment where you’re standing on the edge of something brand new. If you’re dreaming of capturing that feeling in a place as breathtaking as you are, let me introduce you to one of the most beautiful […]

High Point Overlook – Colorado Springs Maternity Photos

Elopements, Engagements, Families

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A smiling woman in a white dress kneels outdoors, holding pink and pastel balloons and a teddy bear with a shirt that says one more to adore. Mountains and a cloudy sky are in the background. Captured by a Colorado Springs Family Photographer.

There’s something kind of magical about Woodland Park, Colorado. Maybe it’s the quiet pines that stretch toward the sky, or the way the sun filters through the trees like it’s putting on a light show just for you. Either way, when it comes to family photos, this mountain town just outside Colorado Springs is straight-up […]

A Woodland Park Family Photoshoot – Colorado’s Hidden Gem

Families

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A couple exchanges vows during a wedding ceremony on a metal walkway flanked by rocky cliffs. The bride, in a white dress, holds a notebook. The groom, in a black suit, reads his vows. An officiant stands nearby. On the Royal Gorge Train.

Okay, picture this—you and your love, nestled in a vintage train car, winding your way through one of the most breathtaking canyons in Colorado. The Arkansas River sparkles below, canyon walls rise above you, and the rhythmic hum of the Royal Gorge Train sets the pace for a romantic, slow-swaying ceremony. Cue the goosebumps. If […]

Elopement on the Royal Gorge Train

Elopements

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A bouquet of pink and peach roses with greenery is next to two wedding rings on a white surface, partially covered by sheer fabric. The scene conveys a sense of elegance and romance. Captured at a beautiful Colorado wedding venue, Spruce Mountain Ranch.

Let me take you behind the scenes of one of the dreamiest, snow-globe-worthy weddings I’ve ever had the honor of photographing: Maria and Devereux’s magical day at Spruce Mountain Ranch. A Winter Dreamland Wedding at Spruce Mountain Ranch Nestled in the heart of Colorado’s mountain charm, Spruce Mountain Ranch is one of those venues that […]

Spruce Mountain Ranch – A Winter Dreamland Wedding

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Bride and groom portrait. The groom is lifting the bride up and they are smiling at each other. Captured by Michelle Betz Photography, a Colorado wedding photographer at a Breckenridge Wedding Venue.

Imagine saying getting married to you love with the Rocky Mountains as your backdrop. There is crisp air surrounding you, and the love of your life standing right beside you. Sounds magical, right? Well, that’s exactly what you get with wedding venues in Breckenridge.  If you’re dreaming of a mountain wedding, Breckenridge is the place […]

The 5 Best Wedding Venues in Breckenridge

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A man in a black suit and tie holds a champagne bottle, walking beside a woman in a shimmering gold dress with a high slit, who is barefoot and holding her high heels. They are on a rooftop with a cityscape backdrop at sunset. Captured for a Denver wedding, by a Denver wedding photographer.

So, you’re engaged (cue the happy dance! 💃🎉), and now you’re searching for the perfect place to say I do. If Denver is on your list, friend, you are in for a treat. With its breathtaking mountain views, vibrant city life, and some of the best wedding venues in Colorado, it’s no surprise that Denver […]

Denver Weddings: Pros & Cons of saying I DO in the Mile High City

Weddings

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Colorado couple holding hands and walking. Surrounded by Colorado Springs mountains. Captured for engagement photos.

If you’re newly engaged (yay, congrats!! 🎉), then you’re probably thinking about engagement photos. And let me tell you, there’s no better place to capture this beautiful season of life. Getting your engagement photos in here in Colorado Springs is an excellent choice. With the mountain views, dreamy golden light, and premier landscapes, this city is […]

Why Colorado Springs is the Best Place for Engagement Photos

Engagements

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Garden of the gods details for a Colorado elopement for Garden of the Gods wedding photos.

If you’re dreaming of wedding photos that are jaw-dropping, timeless, and straight-up magical, let me introduce you to one of the most incredible locations in Colorado—Garden of the Gods. Whether you’re eloping, having an intimate ceremony, or just want to capture epic newlywed portraits, this iconic spot is an absolute dream for wedding photography. Let’s […]

Garden of the Gods Wedding Photos – The Dreamiest Backdrop

Elopements, Weddings

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Couple hugging and looking out onto the Garden of the God's mountains in Colorado Springs. Captured by Michelle Betz Photography, a Colorado Springs elopement photographer.

If you’re dreaming of an elopement that’s equal parts adventurous, romantic, and drop-dead gorgeous, then let me introduce you to Garden of the Gods—one of the most breathtaking spots in Colorado Springs for an intimate wedding. Imagine exchanging vows surrounded by towering red rock formations, golden light cascading through the canyons, and panoramic mountain views […]

Garden of the Gods Elopement – Dreamy Way to get Married

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