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Denver Branding and Product Photography: How Our Team Can Help

July 1, 2020 From the Hip Photo

During the COVID-19 pandemic, we wanted to find new ways to help our Denver community with branding and product photography. We're no strangers to product photography, and we found a whole new base to collaborate with! With the help of trusty old Instagram, we found some great partners to team up with including this amazing artist and her business, Achillea Designs Co from Golden, Colorado! Look at these gorgeous pieces, so unique and so stunning! Achillea Designs Co, a diamond in the mountains Achillea Designs Co. is an innovative, creative, and Colorado-based company that sells beautiful locally sourced, and hand made jewelry/home items made with love! Recently, we had the chance to team up with the lovely Whitney to make her brand photos come to life. Whitney started making her creative pieces in March of 2019. She was trained in fine art at The Kansas City Art Institute and later received her MFA as well! You can read more about her here. If you are interested in owning her unique artwork, you can see some more of her exquisite products by visiting her collections page! Looking for Branding or Business photos? We would love to team up with you to

Venues Weddings

A Magical Wedding at Boettcher Mansion | Golden, CO

October 4, 2019 From the Hip Photo

Kaitlin and Cody's wedding at The Boettcher Mansion was magical to say least! We couldn't have asked for a more fun couple!

Venues Weddings

Wedding at Blackstone Rivers Ranch

February 12, 2019 From the Hip Photo

Laura and Justin’s idyllic Blackstone Rivers Ranch wedding, just a stone’s throw from Downtown Denver, had all the elements of a magical wedding. An Idaho Springs, CO Wedding Shoot Idaho Springs, CO is a perfect stop off I-70. A walk around downtown shows many well-preserved historic buildings, as well as plenty of quality restaurants. In town, you can find the 125-year-old Argo Gold Mine and Mill and even try panning for gold! Not far from town, is a working mine, the Phoenix Gold Mine. There you can learn about modern and historical mining techniques. As with Argo, at Phoenix Gold Mine you can do a little gold panning yourself! While you're there, enjoy the hot mineral waters of the springs after which the town is named. The Indian Springs Resort offers overnight accommodations, or visit the geothermal springs and caves for a fitting cap to your day. Idaho Springs is a wonderland of aspen and evergreen trees that provide an ideal backdrop to any memorable event. It is not often you find a locale that rivals the beauty and remote-feel of Idaho Springs, while maintaining its accessibility. Located just 40 minutes from Denver, make Idaho Springs your next wedding destination! We would like to give a big thank you and big

Engagements

A Sunny Engagement | Danielle & Eli Engagement

September 24, 2018 From the Hip Photo

Engagement season is almost upon us, and what better way to celebrate than champagne on this cold January day at Clear Creek? It's always a pleasure for us to contribute to building long-lasting relationships -- so here's to you, Danielle & Eli! Clear Creek Clear Creek is a small brook that runs through Golden, CO that offers scenic richness and beauty to the surrounding areas. During the summer, people can come to the creek to fish, kayak, and even inner-tube in the creek's waters. The trail that runs along the creek also offers a great path for runners and bikers alike. Get some more information on Clear Creek here! During the winter months, Clear Creek county (which is a bit farther west from Denver) offers some great holiday events that can help you get into high winter spirits. The winter months in Colorado bring forth a great combination of sunlight and snow. The mountains near Golden provide some great background for our sessions. Check out some of our other shoots that took place in Golden here! Champagne and Cuddles Honestly, what could be better? Well, a dog could never hurt! This couple's +1 was the cutest -- we love having pets in

Family

A Family with Flare | Lookout Mountain Photo Session

July 14, 2018 From the Hip Photo

If there’s anything cuter than a baby with perfectly pinchable cheeks, it’s one with a fedora and a matching t-shirt with dad! We spent the day with Emily and Nick at their Lookout Mountain family photo session, and boy was this day something we won’t forget! Dad’s fun-loving attitude and Mom’s sweet nose-boops and tummy tickles made this family so enjoyable to work with, and we couldn’t be happier with how these photos turned out! Fedora-ble! This kid is ready to strut down any runway with his dapper hat and a button-down shirt. Not to mention this guy has bright blue eyes and such pinchable cheeks! He is undeniably the most adorable member of the family, and Mom and Dad proudly hugged their little man. While Emily and Nick’s kisses kept this little guy happy, we couldn’t get over dad and son’s t-shirts that referenced the 1993 movie, The Sandlot. With nonchalant pride, the little man’s shirt said “Smalls” while Dad’s read “You’re killing me, Smalls.” Talk about applicable and hilarious! A Location for All Occasions! While this sweet family made our jobs easy with their fun-loving disposition, their soft color scheme and Mom’s springy shirt looked stunning against the Lookout Mountain backdrops

Maureen & Andres | Engagement Photo | Clear Creek Trail | From the Hip Photo

Engagements

Maureen & Andres | A Royal Engagement Session at Clear Creek

July 7, 2018 From the Hip Photo

Elegance in every twirl and tenderness in every kiss, Maureen and Andres’ engagement session at Clear Creek Trail was magic fit for a king and queen. These two looked stunning at this park in Golden, Colorado, and we couldn’t have asked for a better day with them. These lovebirds gleamed with joy at the prospect of their coming marriage, and we were happy to capture the moment! Clear Creek Class The Clear Creek trail is a favorite of ours, and one we return to time and time again. This October photo shoot gave us trees of bright yellow and orange. The creek’s water in the afternoon sun gave this couple regal halos and sparkling backdrops that we couldn’t pass up! And while the trail is full of walking trails and very close to the quaint town of Golden, the park is perfect for a photo shoot for any occasion, too. Check out Rachel and Justin’s maternity session at Clear Creek! Two Royal Sweethearts Maureen's long dress and elegant heels made her the most dazzling dancer in all the land. With Andres’ dapper suit and spunky red socks, this pair looked almost more perfect than the stunning Colorado backdrops we captured.

Maternity

A Golden Maternity Session | Rachel & Justin

June 9, 2018 From the Hip Photo1 comment

Over the river and through the woods, we captured Rachel and Justin's maternity pictures for their itty bitty, oh-so-lovable future family member. Located in the quaint town of Golden, Colorado, Clear Creek Historic Park proved the perfect hideaway setting for this couple and their coming baby. A popular little town of about 19,000 people, Golden is a throbbing attraction for tourists and natives alike. So, you won't be shocked that we were thrilled to go to this breathtaking location to capture their maternity pictures (see our recent engagement post at Clear Creek!). From vintage porch steps to lush to green trails, the secret corners of this park helped Rachel and Justin contemplate what's to come! Guess How Much I Love You It is undeniable from these heartwarming photos that these two are more than ready to make this duo a trio. The couple looked like they could be in a fairytale with their suave outfits and awe - worthy accessories. Rachel and Justin had us dreaming a dream we never wanted to wake up from! The creams, browns, and soft blues of their clothes mingled well with the backdrops of water and weathered wood. Justin's joyful personality and intentionality was clearly