
You found me—and I’m so glad you did.
Because while beautiful photographs are at the heart of what I do, the best part of my business has always been the people. I have a knack for turning clients into friends, and creating an experience that feels less like a photoshoot and more like a day celebrating you. So, if we’re going to be friends, you probably want to know a little about the woman behind the camera.
I’m a former hairstylist turned luxury female portrait artist. I spent eight years behind the chair, where I discovered that my favorite part of the job wasn’t just making women look beautiful—it was watching their confidence transform when they finally saw themselves differently. Eventually, I traded my shears for a camera, and that same passion became the heart of my photography.
Today, I create elevated, deeply personal portrait experiences designed to help women feel confident, beautiful, celebrated, and completely seen. Whether we’re creating something glamorous, intimate, feminine, powerful, or a little bit of all four, my goal is always the same: to remind you of the woman you are right now—not the woman you think you’re supposed to be.
Outside the studio, I’m equal parts sophisticated portrait artist and slightly ridiculous human being. I have an obnoxiously loud laugh, an unreasonable love of thunderstorms, and what could probably be described as a Hobby Lobby addiction. I thrive on Diet Coke, still believe coffee is a food group, and am unapologetically a crazy chicken lady. Yes, I have chickens. Yes, I talk about them entirely too much.
When I’m not photographing women or dreaming up my next epic creative shoot, you’ll usually find me taking a walk, exploring the Rocky Mountains, rescuing old furniture from its former life, or spending time with my family. I’m a big believer in chasing dreams, finding beauty in the ordinary, and always looking for the good in people.
My work has been featured on magazine covers and in publications including IMIRAGE, Pump, Prolific, and Surreal Beauty. I’ve also been featured on FOX 31 News and proudly appeared on more than 30 billboards as part of an advertising campaign.
But the accolades are only part of the story.
What truly matters to me is the woman who walks into my studio unsure of herself and walks out feeling like she just remembered who she is.
That’s why I do this.
And if you leave your session with gorgeous photographs, a little more confidence, a new bestie, and possibly a mild obsession with Diet Coke… I’d say we did pretty well.
I have been married to a true American hero for 10 years. He almost lost his life serving our country in Afghanistan and was awarded a purple heart for his bravery. Our world consists of two beautiful girls, our rescue pup -Optimus, our kitty- Daisy (nick-named Scraps because she sniffs out any food source like a rat), and our crazy chickens.
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The mountains witnessed the beginning of something beautiful.
A little love, a lot of adventure, and one tiny human on the way.
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Take the photos. Even when you don’t feel beautiful. Even when you don’t love the way you look. Even when you’re convinced you need to lose 10 pounds first.
Because one day, you’re going to look back at these photos differently.
You won’t see the extra weight.
You won’t notice the wrinkles.
You won’t remember the bad hair day.
You won’t care that your outfit wasn’t perfect.
You’ll see you.
You’ll see the woman who was raising babies, building a career, loving her people, surviving hard seasons, laughing until her stomach hurt, and doing her best to hold it all together.
And you’ll wish you had more photographs of her.
Stop waiting to become the version of yourself you think is worthy of being photographed.
You are worthy right now.
Take the photos. Get in the frame. Let your people remember what you looked like, but more importantly, let them remember how you loved them.
Because someday, these photographs won’t be about how you looked.
They’ll be about how much you mattered. ❤️
Thank you Adena for these gorgeous photos.
18 years married.... wow. How did that happen? Happy anniversary to the love of my life. Thanks for standing by my side all these years.
Something about that morning glow.
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Dolly has influenced my work more than she probably will ever know.
I’ve always admired the way Dolly stays unapologetically true to herself. She knows who she is, what she loves, and she never seems interested in shrinking herself to fit someone else’s idea of who she should be.
That philosophy has found its way into my photography in so many ways.
I want women to feel like they can show up as themselves. Not the version they think they’re supposed to be. Not the version society tells them they should become. **The real version.**
Dolly has always had this incredible ability to be glamorous, feminine, confident, kind, and completely herself all at once. She reminds women that you don’t have to choose between being beautiful and being strong. You can be both.
And some of the best advice I’ve heard from her has nothing to do with fame or success. It’s about working hard, staying humble, believing in yourself, and never losing who you are along the way.
That is exactly what I hope my work gives women.
A place to celebrate who they are right now.
A reminder that confidence doesn’t have to look a certain way.
Permission to take up space.
And maybe most importantly, the freedom to be unapologetically YOU.
So much of my photography is about creating beautiful images, but underneath all of that, it’s really about something deeper:
Helping women see themselves the way I see them.
Strong. Beautiful. Worth celebrating. And completely, wonderfully themselves.
Thank you, Dolly, for reminding generations of women that there is nothing more powerful than knowing who you are and having the courage to be her.
Your senior year deserves photos that feel as unforgettable as you are.
Castle Rock senior girls, this is your sign to make your senior session an experience you’ll never forget.
From gorgeous outdoor locations to my luxury studio, I’ll help you create images that feel completely YOU. And the best part? You don’t have to stress about what to wear.
This beautiful senior Sofia was SO much fun to work with, and she chose 4 amazing outfits from my client closet for her session. We created four completely different looks, giving her a gallery full of variety and personality.
Your senior photos should be more than just a few pictures. They should capture who you are right now, your style, your confidence, and this incredible season of life.
If you’re a Castle Rock, Colorado senior girl looking for a senior photographer who will make your session fun, stylish, and completely personalized, I’d love to create something amazing with you.
Castle Rock senior girls: What would your dream senior session look like? Tell me below.
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One day, these ordinary moments will be the memories you treasure most.
Fall family photos are about so much more than getting everyone to smile for the camera. They’re about freezing this season of your family exactly as it is right now—the little hands, the big laughs, the missing teeth, the cuddles, and the personalities that change way too quickly.
As a Castle Rock, Colorado family photographer, I love creating fall family portraits that feel natural, warm, and timeless. Colorado’s golden fall colors make the perfect backdrop for beautiful family photos, whether we’re exploring an outdoor location or creating something more elevated and editorial.
Because someday, you’ll look back at these photographs and realize just how much these moments meant.
If you’ve been searching for fall family photos in Castle Rock, Colorado, now is the time to reserve your session.
Fall family sessions are limited, and I would love to photograph your family this year.
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