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Autumn Burke Photography - Colorado Wedding and Portrait Photographer

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Misha

Yesterday was a gorgeous Colorado day and Misha and I took advantage of the weather to work on updating her portfolio. She was so much fun to work with - and look at how stunning she is!
~ Autumn

Molly and Levi - we will!!!

I love shooting engagement sessions - it's why I include a complimentary e-session in every wedding package. Engagement sessions give me a chance to get to know my clients better, and it gives all of us a chance to work together before the wedding.

So here's Molly and Levi - we took advantage of the lull in winter weather to do their e-session. They are so much fun - constantly laughing together and joking around! The laughter and playfulness is such a huge part of their relationship (if you ever meet them, ask them about 'the bet'!) Here are a few of my faves..
I can't wait for the wedding!
~ Autumn

let them eat.. CAKE

It's that time of year where I go through my 2007 weddings to pick out some of my favorites.. and I thought I'd start it off with CAKE. Wedding cake is a work of art - and I have seen some amazing (and delicious!) creations. I love the elegant and the whimsical, the vibrant and the subdued.. As someone who very clearly did NOT descend from Julia Child, I am in awe of the skill that it takes.
So, without further ado -

location: The Pines at Genessee ~ bakery: Das Meyer

location: Phipps Mansion ~ bakery: Child's Pastry Shop

location: The Curtis Hotel ~ bakery: Das Meyer

location: Arrowhead Golf Course ~ bakery: The Makery
location: The Lodge and Spa at Cordillera ~ bakery: Mountain Flour

location: Mauna Lani Resort, Hawaii

location: The Oxford Hotel

credit from top photo: Mulberries Cake Shop
mmm...
~ Autumn

Happy Valentine's Day!

Where there is love there is life. -Ghandi



Happy Valentine's Day!
~ Autumn

Sunday at Red Rocks

Yesterday I took advantage of our 60+ degree weather (!) and had the opportunity to join a a bunch of other photographers shooting up at Red Rocks (there were at least 40 of us!) It was all part of the inauguration of the Innovative Imagemakers' Camera Road Trip - and what a perfect way to spend a glorious Colorado day!

As you can see, we had some wonderful high school models who were pretty much game for anything! Here are a few..

So fun !
~ Autumn

kids kids kids

I just returned from a weekend in California, where I had the pleasure of photographing some of the greatest kids on the planet! Here are just a few..
What a wonderful world...
~ Autumn

star of the week!

So my little guy was 'Star of the Week' at his school - which meant that we had to peruse through a few kajillion photos to pick out his favorites to share with his class.. It was so fun to go through the archives!
I'm a proud mama.. :)
~ Autumn

Valentine's Day.. almost!

Can you believe it's already almost Valentine's Day? aiyiyi - where does the time go?

After the enthusiastic response over the December holiday cards I offered this year, and the recent slew of inquiries about personalized cards for other occasions, I figured I'd post a couple of examples (front/back) of a couple of the styles we offer for Valentine's Day.


All of our fine art cards are completely customizable, printed on your choice of paper stock. For clients in need of an updated portrait session there's still a few session spots available! Please call the studio to schedule your session today.
Thanks!
~ Autumn

Tampa!

I just returned from the most amazing DWF Photography Convention and the PPA (Professional Photographers of America) Tradeshow in Tampa! I usually attend the annual WPPI (Wedding and Portrait Photographers International) convention in March in Vegas, but this was a chance to try something new, and I'm so glad I did. Those who know me know that I'm a total photo geek, so being there was a dream come true - spending four solid days attending workshops and seminars and participating in mentor sessions - eating, sleeping and breathing photography. And now that I'm back I can't wait to begin to implement some exciting new changes to my business!

And of course, when we photogs get together it's yet another opportunity to get out and shoot! So let me introduce you to Michelle. She is a breast cancer survivor and wanted to participate in a 'Trash the Dress' session as part of her recovery. She is a strong and fun and silly and wonderful. Here are a few of my faves...

Thank you, Michelle, for the honor.
~ Autumn

HAPPY NEW YEAR!! Denise and Peter ~ December 31st

Denise and Peter got married!! What a magical evening - with candles, twinkle lights, and over 2600 crystals suspended throughout the room. I loved being able to ring in the New Year with such a fabulous couple! You can view the slideshow HERE.

Thank you so much for having me be a part of your day!
My warmest wishes to you both - Congratulations!!!
~ Autumn