Colorado Outdoors
Location guides, seasonal timing, trail info, and everything about shooting outdoors in Colorado.
Chautauqua and the Flatirons
Photo guide to Chautauqua Park and the Flatirons: best times, trail access, permit info, and why this is Boulder's most photographed spot.
Boulder Creek Path and Canyon Mouth
Photography guide to Boulder Creek Path and the canyon mouth: accessible spots, water features, and shade for midday sessions.
The Peoples' Crossing and Red Rocks
Photography guide to The Peoples' Crossing and Boulder's red rock formations: dramatic backdrops, sunset angles, and easy downtown access.
Flagstaff Mountain and Panorama Point
Photography guide to Flagstaff Mountain: panoramic views, alpine meadows, sunrise sessions, and what to know about driving up.
NCAR Trail and South Mesa
Photography guide to NCAR and South Mesa trails: wide open meadows, Flatirons views, and one of Boulder's best sunset locations.
Wonderland Lake and North Boulder
Photography guide to Wonderland Lake and North Boulder trails: gentle terrain, mountain reflections, and family-friendly access.
Pearl Street: Boulder's Urban Backdrop
Photography guide to Pearl Street Mall and downtown Boulder: brick textures, string lights, alleys, and mixing urban with mountain views.
Estes Park and Rocky Mountain National Park
Photography guide to Estes Park and RMNP: permits, timing, elevation tips, and the best spots for mountain photography sessions.
Nederland, Indian Peaks, and the High Country
Photography guide to Nederland and the Indian Peaks Wilderness: alpine lakes, wildflower meadows, and high-altitude session planning.
Golden and the Foothills
Photography guide to Golden and the foothills west of Denver: Clear Creek, Lookout Mountain, and accessible mountain backdrops.
Longmont: Lakes, Greenways, and the St. Vrain
Photography guide to Longmont's best outdoor locations: Union Reservoir, McIntosh Lake, Golden Ponds, and the St. Vrain Greenway.
Louisville: Davidson Mesa, Harper Lake, and Coal Creek
Photography guide to Louisville's open spaces: Davidson Mesa panoramic views, Harper Lake reflections, Hecla Lake birding, and Coal Creek Trail.
Lafayette: Waneka Lake, Greenlee Preserve, and Colorado's Bird City
Photography guide to Lafayette's outdoor gems: Waneka Lake reflections, Greenlee Preserve wildlife, Thomas Open Space, and Coal Creek trails.
Broomfield: Stearns Lake, Metzger Farm, and County Commons
Photography guide to Broomfield's open spaces: Stearns Lake bald eagles, Metzger Farm historic farmstead, Josh's Pond, and McKay Lake.
Superior and the Coalton Prairie Corridor
Photography guide to Superior's prairie landscapes: Rock Creek trails, Coalton Trailhead, Community Ditch, and wide-open Flatirons views.
Erie: Thomas Reservoir, Coal Creek, and Eastern Open Space
Photography guide to Erie's growing trail system: Thomas Reservoir, Coal Creek Open Space, and the wide-open eastern plains with mountain views.
Month-by-Month: When to Shoot What in Colorado
Colorado photography calendar: what looks best each month, wildflower timing, fall colors, snow sessions, and seasonal booking tips.
Golden Hour Along the Front Range
Golden hour timing and locations along Colorado's Front Range: where to be, when to be there, and why I schedule most sessions around it.
Colorado Weather: Planning Around Storms, Wind, and Snow
How Colorado weather affects photo sessions: reading forecasts, wind windows, afternoon storms, and when to reschedule vs. roll with it.
Hiking Sessions: What to Expect
What a hiking photo session looks like: how far we walk, what to bring, fitness expectations, and how I balance photography with the trail.
Adventure Couples and Engagement Sessions
Adventure engagement and couples sessions in Colorado: mountain trails, alpine lakes, and how to plan a session that feels like an adventure, not a photo shoot.
Trail Accessibility Guide
Accessible photo locations across Boulder County and the Front Range: ADA-friendly trails, flat terrain options, and how I accommodate mobility needs.
Want to shoot somewhere specific in Colorado?
Tell me your favorite trail or spot and I will make it work.