August 2018 – Page 2 of 2 – Focus: the From the Hip Photo blog

Love at Lost Gulch | Engagement Photo | Lost Gulch Overlook | From the Hip Photo

Love at Lost Gulch | Gianna & Jason’s Sunrise Engagement Session

August 8, 2018 From the Hip Photo

If there’s one thing we do best it's photography in Colorado. We have the tips, the tricks, and the secret spots that people absolutely love! So, when Gianna and Jason asked us to photograph their Lost Gulch Overlook sunrise engagement photos, we had to say yes! Especially since it was a sunrise engagement session (our favorite as of late)! Look Who’s Back – Back Again! Lost Gulch Overlook is one of our favorite locations because it offers numerous landscapes and absolutely breathtaking Colorado vistas for any occasion. Located on Flagstaff Mountain in beautiful Boulder, Colorado, it has mountainous terrain that stretches for miles, catches sunlight just right, and is easily accessible despite its high-up views. Not only are pets allowed, but the entry fee is as little as $5! We love this place so much we’ve even written a Lost Gulch Overlook guide to help you make the most of your session with us! The Whole Package! Not only did Gianna and Jason reap the benefits of this breathtaking location, but their outfits and, well, they themselves, were right on point! Beacause this altitudinous point showcases Colorado’s greens and blues, neutral tones always work well here. Jason’s white and tan combo made him

Corianne & Kristopher | Engagement Photo | Rocky Mountain National Park | From the Hip Photo

Engagements

Corianne & Kristopher | Love in Colorado Color

August 6, 2018 From the Hip Photo

Question: what’s better than breathtaking Colorado engagement photos? Answer: an engagement session with one of our very own! Corianne, a beloved and past From the Hip studio manager, and her fiancée Kristopher invited us to photograph their engagement photos at Rocky Mountain National Park. Rocky Mountain Fever We love building relationships with every couple or family that we photograph, but it’s even more fun to capture the personalities and quirks of two good friends! These two artistic souls looked practically perfect against this national park’s mountainous vistas and shimmering lakes on a May day. Their love was more than obvious, and their appreciation of Colorado was clear, too! Rocky Mountain National Park’s 415 square miles include alpine adventures galore like trails, wildlife, starry skies, and peaceful camp spots. Its popularity among natives and tourists alike make it one of the most visited spots of our state. Located near Estes Park, Colorado, Rocky Mountain National Park is surely stunning at all times of the year with either walls of snow or swaths of colorful trees. Check out our other Rocky Mountain National Park engagement sessions with Rachel and Hunter and Amy and Matt. High on Love – and Altitude Corianne and

MCA's Octopus Initiative| Event Photography| From the Hip Photo

Events

The Octopus Initiative | Denver’s Museum of Contemporary Art

August 3, 2018 From the Hip Photo

Calling all art super-fans (and aspiring ones) because we have some big news for you! Denver's Museum of Contemporary Art is doing big things. Is there anything better than looking at amazing art at Denver's Museum of Contemporary Art? Surprisingly yes, there is something better. Now getting to look at art AND having the opportunity to take it home is a million times better! Denver's MCA is hosting an Octopus Initiative. We aren't kidding when we say this is a real thing. What is the Octopus Initiative? So what is this tenticale-vibed, interesting title all about? The Octopus Initiative gives any Denver metro resident the opportunity to take home their favorite works of art created by some of Denver’s best artists. And wait, we have more good news! You can do all of this for FREE. The Launch Party It was our absolute pleasure to photograph the launch party for this fantastic initiative. MCA is one of our favorite places to shoot in since there are always amazing events going on. Some past events we have photographed include a secret Portugal. The Man concert and MCA's delicious beefsteak dinner. Let us be the first to say that the Octopus Initiative's

Family

The Grimes Family | A Photo Outing at Meyer Ranch Park

August 1, 2018 From the Hip Photo

Octobers are for bursting colors on trees, hot tea cuddled under a blanket, and your favorite flannel and jean combo. Octobers, though, can also be for family outings for that perfect picture. We went to Meyer Ranch Park for the Grimes family photos among the yellow aspen trees. We loved capturing this family not only because of their amiable personalities and kindness, but also because they brought along two of our favorite things: an adorable little boy and dog! Something New: Meyer Ranch Park! One look at this location and you’re sure to be hooked. Meyer Ranch Park gave us the perfect blanket of fallen leaves and a most stunning backdrop of fall colors. Located just outside of Morrison, Colorado, this park proved both beautiful and peacefully quiet. We loved getting to know this new location full of aspen trees and cozy trails. As with most photo-shoots in the fall, we recommend wearing autumn-colored outfits with darker, moodier tones. Check out our post here about how to plan your family picture outfits! But, as these pictures will show you, any outfit will work with cheek-wide smiles and a few hugs and kisses! It's All Fun and Games! The Grimes’ baby boy really