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A Sunny Day with Emily & Drew | Crooked Willow Farms Wedding Photos

November 21, 2018 From the Hip Photo

Colorado seems to never be lacking in smiles, views, and overall good times. Our session with Emily & Drew on their wedding day was no different! Taking place at the Crooked Willow Farms back in September, the beautiful landscape and ceremony that the venue had to offer were both spectacular. Emily and Drew had a fantastic time celebrating and dancing with their friends! So, please enjoy these Crooked Willow Farms wedding photos! Crooked Willow Farms Located between Denver and Colorado Springs, Crooked Willow Farms offers a fantastic natural venue that is easily accessible from both cities. The farm has beautiful open fields, a pretty view of the mountains, and cute buildings that can easily fit a reception -- or a dance party! One of the buildings -- called 'Lola's Loft -- is in a barn house from the 1920s. With about 90 acres of land, there are no shortages of opportunity at Crooked Willow Farms. Check out some more info here -- including a full virtual tour! A Dance Party to Remember After getting ready and looking their best, Emily and Drew hung out with all their friends! Drew and his gang look dapper, while Emily and her friends look stunning

Weddings

A Night to Remember | Jesse & Ken Wedding Photos

November 14, 2018 From the Hip Photo

When it comes to a lovestruck evening between two people, it should be one that will last lifetimes. In the case of Jesse and Ken, they went all out with a special night at the Lionsgate Event Center! Many laughs and good times were shared on this lovely summer night! We hope you enjoy these storybook wedding photos! The Lionsgate Event Center The Lionsgate Event Center is a top-tier wedding location that prides themselves on being a fantastically unique space, "At Lionsgate, we are determined to break the same old wedding mold. No two love stories are the same so why should your weddings be?". Located in Lafayette, Lionsgate offers not only a charming indoor space for receptions but is accompanied by a church for ceremonies. If the indoors aren't your thing they also have a spacious outdoor area too! If you're interested, you can always contact them and schedule a tour here! Got the moves? One of the things that Jesse and Ken said they were looking forward to the most was being able to hang out and dance with all of their friends. Safe to say that everyone busted a move! The bride and groom brought the whole entourage

Newborn

Sara & Jenna | City Park Newborn Photos

November 12, 2018 From the Hip Photo

City Park is always a favorite location for us and the fox fam at From the Hip Photo. Not only does it have both the Denver Zoo and the Denver Museum of Nature and Science, but it has a spacious park for plenty of activities! With Autumn being right around the corner, it was the perfect time to catch the lasting sun rays of the warm weather. Sara, Jenna, and Logan took advantage of the beautiful September weather as we all headed out to Denver City Park. A fantastic location for some joyful newborn and family photos! Buckets of sunshine and smiles from ear to ear are all over this session. We hope you enjoy these City Park newborn photos as much as we do! City Park Built back in 1880, City Park covers 330 acres of land and is home to many businesses ranging from small cafes to the Denver Zoo. It’s easily the perfect place for a family afternoon picnic or an outing with a basket of toys and your favorite furry friend! As with most Septembers here in the Mile High City, the weather is positively sunny for our session with Sara, Jenna and Logan. Even though it's technically

Weddings

A Beautiful Day for a Wedding | Kiki & Justin Wedding Photos

November 9, 2018 From the Hip Photo

Located just a handful of miles outside of Denver (and near Aurora!), Foxfield is a small town that offers an escape from the big city while still being near the heart of Colorado. This unique location makes Foxfield a great wedding destination. We were excited to join Kiki and Justin at their traditional Catholic wedding earlier this fall! Our Lady of Loreto Catholic Church Our Lady of Loreto was founded in 1998 in Foxfield, CO. Today, it is home to around 2,500 families. The church describes its mission as, "Guided by the Holy Spirit, Our Lady of Loreto Catholic Parish is a Eucharistic community that seeks to live the Word of God, instill the legacy of faith, and proclaim the love of Christ through service to all." The church offers a variety of services for its community beyond traditional Catholic weddings, such as funerals, men's and women's study groups, and confirmations. A Traditional Catholic Wedding The church was the perfect venue for Kiki and Justin's wedding. The elegant decor complimented the bride and groom's classy attire. But although the service was reverent, the wedding wasn't totally solemn! After some gorgeous outdoor photos, Kiki, Justin, and their loved ones cut loose

Food & Drink

Livin’ la Vida Local on tasteMAKERS

November 8, 2018 From the Hip Photo

Jack Rabbit Hill Farm Jack Rabbit Hill Farm is a diversified farm and producer of local Colorado wine. The farm sits near Hotchkiss in western Colorado's North Fork Valley. The farm grows 18 acres of grapes, and is also home to sheep and cattle. In 2006, Jack Rabbit Hill Farm began practicing biodynamic farming. This farming method entails "fermenting/composting different plant and animal materials together." This helps the farm avoid using inorganic pesticides and fertilizer. The owner of Jack Rabbit Hill Farm, Lance Hanson, claims the practice has increased the quality of his products. Judging by the fact that the farm's local Colorado wine is starring in its own episode of tasteMAKERS next, we're inclined to believe him! Lance's episode will focus on a program he calls WineTapistry. The program offers Jack Rabbit Hill Farm wines at lower prices to "Colorado restaurants, caterers, and events." It also includes a few non-Coloradan wines selected by Lance. You can find WineTapistry at venues such as Denver's own Yeah Baby and Bar Dough. But the program goes beyond offering delightful local Colorado wine. All the WineTapistry wines can be blended together to create new, custom wines for any ocassion. The Maker Movement tasteMAKERS is

Fashion

A Wardrobe For the Working Woman | June Ruby

November 7, 2018 From the Hip Photo

The world of fashion is moving faster than ever, and we seem to be getting busier with each day! Staying stylish has always taken effort, but these days it is especially difficult to put together a solid wardrobe. For the modern woman on the go, putting together a versatile, fun closet might seem too much of a hassle to even attempt. Luckily, June Ruby is here to prove that buying quality modern women's clothing is not just possible, but easy. A Boutique With a Mission But what exactly is June Ruby? In their own words, they are "part boutique, e-tailer, and personal shopper." That's quite a lot! Their purpose, however, is simple: "June Ruby offers a refined selection of styles for women who have places to be, things to do, and want to look great doing it." Now that's a mission we can get behind! Here at From the Hip Photo, we're lucky enough to just be a few steps away from June Ruby, one of our neighbors at the Stanley Marketplace. A Full Range of Fashion While June Ruby's audience might be women who don't have time to hunt for clothes themselves, that doesn't mean that they're only focused on professional

Events

Spooky Times at Chatfield | ILEA at Chatfield Farms

October 31, 2018 interns

Ever feel like you're being watched? Maybe a bit of déjà vu? There certainly was no shortage of spooks and scares at ILEA's '6th Sense' event earlier this month! Hosted at the Botanic Gardens at Chatfield, ILEA threw a Halloween party featuring creepy cocktails, snacks, and even a corn-maze! Check out some our photos from ILEA at Chatfield Farms below! What is ILEA? ILEA, or the 'International Live Events Association', is a "global community of thousands of creative event professionals whose skills, expertise and experience power some of the most recognized and respected live events around the world". They specialize heavily in educational and collaborative networking events across the globe, which can help bolster local communities and connections. Botanic Gardens at Chatfield Farms Chatfield Farms is a 700-acre native plant refuge and working farm that's located in southern Jefferson County. The area is a beautiful spot for birdwatching, scenic walks, and for picking up the perfect pumpkin! Chatfield also has a couple of historical buildings; a restored dairy farm and silo from 1918, the 1874 Deer Creek Schoolhouse, and the historical Hildebrand Ranch. Hildebrand Ranch was the location early German pioneers settled at back in the 1860s. We'll leave you with spooky

Hints & Tips

Engagement Tips | A Guide to Navigating the Engagement Season

October 31, 2018 From the Hip Photo

Have you ever heard of the phrase, “Dazed and Confused?” In the wedding world, “Engaged and Confused” is more like it! Although a seemingly stressful phrase, we have become quite fond of it. It’s understandable that along with many couples’ excitement about becoming newlyweds, there’s a bundle of nerves and uncertainty about the process that comes along with it. That is why we at From the Hip Photo, with some help from Blue Nile, have gathered some engagement tips and tricks that we have learned over the years to help couples determine the next steps after the big question has been popped! Picking the Perfect Ring! First thing’s first, the ring! Blue Nile strives to simplify the buying process, empower, and educate their customers. Their extraordinary collection of diamond engagement rings spans timeless styles to the latest trends, including solitaire, vintage, halo and more. Blue Nile not only offers a team of non-commissioned diamond and jewelry consultants who are available 24/7 to answer any question, but they also offer useful tools to help with the most common questions! Like what size ring does your significant other wear? Their diamond jewelry experts have put together a complete ring size guide with

Weddings

Chairlift to Heaven | Mikal & Andrew

October 29, 2018 From the Hip Photo

We might be a little biased, but we believe it's hard to beat Colorado in the summertime. We get low humidity, clear skies, and some of the most incredible views around. These qualities all make Colorado a dream wedding destination. And if you're going to get married in Colorado, why not go all out? That's exactly what Mikal and Andrew did in this mountaintop wedding shoot in Keystone! An Uplifting Experience Most people associate chairlifts with ski trips, not weddings. But Mikal and Andrew aren't like most people, and this isn't like most weddings! Besides, hiking in heels on your special day can be a real drag. The fun-loving couple decided to reach their mountaintop wedding shoot in style. If you ask us, it was worth it. Look at that view! Ages of Affection Having loved ones around is always nice, particularly on a day as important as your wedding. Mikal and Andrew were lucky enough to have generations of family both young and old in attendance to celebrate their devotion to each other. Of course, they also had plenty of friends by their sides as well! We doubt this young flower girl will forget this one-of-a-kind experience anytime soon! An

Portraits

A Senior Celebration | Felicia’s Outdoor Senior Photos

October 26, 2018 From the Hip Photo

The end of high school can be a stressful time. Besides their normal schoolwork, students are applying to colleges and preparing to say goodbye to old friends. It is easy to feel overwhelmed by the sudden onset of adult responsibilities. But Felicia's outdoor senior photos showed us that senior year can be a time of celebration (and style!) Outdoors in Overalls Felicia came to her photo shoot with a variety of outfits that were both classy and comfortable. In a sturdy pair of light-wash overalls, Felicia ventured out into a creek. The results prove that gorgeous natural photos are what Colorado does best. She later switched into a pair of black jeans and a red shirt. This combination contrasted the shoot's background while showing off Felicia's sense of style. A cute, versatile olive green hat enhanced with both of these outfits. Summer Fashion and Sunflowers Felicia looked at home surrounded by nature. Colorado's beautiful mountains served as the perfect backdrop. She demonstrated that outdoor senior photos can still be elegant with her final outfit. In an ornate black romper, she basked in the perfect summer weather and lighting. Are Outdoor Senior Photos Right For You? Senior year is a momentous