Valentine's Giveaway

I've been feeling generous lately, and have decided to offer two free portrait sessions this winter. The economy is rough, but I know many of you would still cherish a beautiful collection of photos to display in your home and to document yourself, your family, your kids, or your pets. For all of the details, check out my new (and still developing) website www.lorikphotography.com. Entries will be accepted until January 31st, 2009 at midnight! Hurry!!

What, you say? You have a new website? YES! I'm excited to announce that I am merging my blog and a new website so that you can go to one easy location (http://www.lorikphotography.com/) to view it all! Check back often, as I will be including my portfolio in the coming weeks.

Blue Scarf

Anyone who has followed this blog in 2008 will recognize this face as my sister's. She works in the spotlight and naturally brings home great new wardrobe pieces full of color and sophistication. This year, she brought an array of colorful scarves with her. I'm not jealous or anything.....

New Years Cheer

Let's face it, New Year's Eve is one of the most optimistic times of the year. It's a time of cheer and excitement as we conceive of ways to make ourselves a better version of who we already are. I am looing forward to a fabulous year in photos, and as I reflect on 2008, I want to thank all of my friends and family who have shared their smiles with me and the world on this blog. I couldn't do this without you! Happy New Year!

Isn't She Lovely?

I love these, but I am a little biased because these these are a few images from the holidays which I spent in Wyoming with my family. Here are a few images of Terry, a.k.a. Mom, and I think we got some really genuine smiles and laughs in between the shivering and shuddering from the cold Wyoming wind. Thanks for braving the cold with me, Mom!

Urban Photoshoot Part II~Brian, Kera, & Eden

A few more to share from our Denver shoot! I hope you enjoy.

Summer Climbing Favorites

Though I like to think of myself as an outdoor adventurer, today I stayed inside the warmth of my house to peruse through some of my favorite climbing images taken this summer. Maybe tomorrow I'll brave the wintery wind and snow.

Karli

Let me start by saying that this girl can strike a pose! I had so much fun capturing each and every one. I look forward to more of these, Karli!!

Urban Photoshoot~Brian, Kera, and Eden

This weekend, in a rush to get some good pictures before the snow started to fall, I met up with an old (okay, not OLD, or that would mean I was old) classmate of mine and her family. We searched the city streets for perfect spots with lots of character to match their vibrant personalities. We tested Eden's patience and ran into gusts of wind and bursts of tears. In the end, we got some really great pictures, so it was well worth the trek. Thanks to Eden and her amazing parents!

Happy Holidays

Last weekend it was time for me to sit in front of the camera. I set the timer and ran back to sit down with the "boys" for a family portrait. I love some of the backgrounds you can find right here in Denver.

Kennedy Family Portraits

What a lively bunch! To date, this is the largest family I have both spent the holidays with and photographed, and I'm excited to be part of this great family. I got some GREAT practice in reigning in little ones and trying to get all eyes facing the camera!

Maggie in Color

Dianne in Denver III

What can I say? It was cold outside today so I stayed in and worked with an image of Dianne from a photoshoot this summer. More to come...

Riley Joseph

Riley Joseph, as he is affectionately called, is a beautiful yellow laborador retriever who hails from Monument Colorado. He is quite photogenic, and I think he was enjoying all of the attention while having his portrait taken!

Silverthorne, CO

During a nature shoot this weekend in the mountains of Colorado, the little things in nature were my subjects. As snowflakes started to fall and the sun began to set, I grabbed my coat and headed out the door.

George

Dianne in Denver II

A few more pictures from the Dianne in Denver photo shoot.

Doug

This summer I also captured a few shots of Doug on the farm.

Andy

Andy, love of my life, is going to show up frequently on my posts. I love to go on photography "hunts" to try and capture his personality through the lens, and these images are representative of his quiet and reflective side. There will be many more of these to come. Look for the silly side in the near future!