This shoot has definitely been one of my most anticipated sessions to date. From the people involved to the location… it equaled way too much fun than this girl deserves.
First off I have to say that the photographers in Denver have to be some of the raddest people around. I needed two little models and both Patrina Odette and Laura Siebert totally stepped up to the plate.. went above & beyond.. and were basically the sweetest things ever.
Then there is Lara Casey… besides running THE wedding magazine of wedding magazines, she is the most thoughtful- lovely- hardest working woman I know. She provided us an amazing cabin to work/shoot in, unending support & a beautiful face to look at whenever we had the inkling.
Lastly & most importantly… Jeff Holt. The reason I even got this opportunity. He was my one man cheering squad, support system, idea bouncer, location & prop finder (yep- even puppies!), inspiration, fire under my rear, reflector holder, snow thrower & so so much more. Thank you thank you thank you…
And now… the two most fantastic models ever. They were incredible… withstood uncomprehensible tempertures without a peep… soooo sweet & polite… and absolute perfection for the shoot I imagined.
I’m a lucky girl…
Leslie Houx: WOW...seriously your work always blows my mind! You are so very talented! (12.12.2009 09:10pm)
Andrea Haydon: Stunning, just stunning! (12.12.2009 09:34pm)
Vickey Weiss: amazed as always! beautiful work!!! LOVE!!!!!!!!!!!!!!! (12.12.2009 09:38pm)
Shauna: I've been waiting for these!! They are fantastic! I can't wait to get up to our cabin now with a strand of old-fashioned Christmas lights!!! (12.12.2009 10:13pm)
kristin cook: fabulous!!!!! (12.12.2009 10:14pm)
Abra Michelle: You are amazing...simply amazing. (12.12.2009 10:27pm)
Laura Siebert: You KNOW I have been waiting for these too. All of you did such an amazing job considering the weather conditions. I'm surprised any of them are in focus as you must have been a little shivering bundle of cameras. C and C you both did SO good! (12.12.2009 10:32pm)
stephanie mcbride: it was well worth the wait. loved every single image! thanks for stopping by my blog, you are too kind. can't wait to see what you will do next :) you're one talented girl. (12.12.2009 10:48pm)
Cristy Cross: These are FAB-U-LOUS! Seriously Shannon! One of my favorites by far. Love the beautiful kids and all the fun details and angles. (12.12.2009 10:53pm)
Kathy Carlisle: You just blew my socks off! Are their parents one of the luckiest around or what! These are over the top! What an awesome trip...I can't wait to hear all about it! K (12.12.2009 11:04pm)
AmyC: OMG!!! Once again you ROCK!! These are absolutely amazing!! (12.13.2009 06:57am)
Vanessa: WOW Shannon these are stunning. I want them in my house and they're not my kids! LOL Gorgeous everything!! (12.13.2009 07:21am)
wrecklessgirl: my heart. just. exploded. seriously. ka-boom and all the debris fell on the earthland like snow. (12.13.2009 08:25am)
Rachel Nickel: fantastic work! (12.13.2009 09:06am)
Melissa Smith: These are beautiful! and that puppy...oh my...I NEED a puppy like that! :o) (12.13.2009 09:51am)
kara pennington: WOW!!! These are amazing! The models rocked it and the puppy - oh so cute! Great job :) (12.13.2009 10:03am)
kristi: Oh so lovely! LOVE the puppies, the snow, the beautiful children...I am a sucker for all three. Perfection. (12.13.2009 10:09am)
Becka @Studio222 Photography: LOVE it! I love the hot cocoa shots and the puppy with the lights. Great concepts. Beautiful little kids ! (12.13.2009 10:34am)
Janeen: Awe! I am one proud mama! Such a magical winter morning watching my kids spread their wings and fly in your creative vision and genius! My big twins had so much fun ( I hope you can photograph our toddler twins some day too.) ! The day and the images will be forever in our hearts and will be treasured for many generations in our family. We are so blessed. Thank you for sharing your mad mad talent! (12.13.2009 10:41am)
Kara Wieler: Wow!!!! I love each and every image! Fantastic! (12.13.2009 10:58am)
gina g: how much for a 24x36 of that golden retriever inside of that christmas box on canvas when kristy and i have our own villa ... it's going in the living room =) haha this shoot is amazing, yes. but that photo of the pup has me in tears (i love retrievers . i had one I loved more than life that i had to give away after my divorce and when i saw that pup my heart completely melted) well done. this session was rocked. (12.13.2009 11:25am)
Emily @ Southern Weddings: Amazing! Gorgeous! Incredible! I love them all. The expressions on those puppy faces! And those kids! They rocked it like professionals. (12.13.2009 11:56am)
Kelly: Speechless. I need to come learn from you again Shannon (and soon!)... you're brilliant. (12.13.2009 01:19pm)
oneshotbeyond: I'm smitten! Totally inspirational in every way! (12.13.2009 01:53pm)
millie holloman: Shannon!!! WOW, WOW, WOW! Love it!!! You totally rocked this session out... great work. I can't wait until Marfa Trip 3.0! (12.13.2009 02:51pm)
cindy: oooooh shannon. this is by far one of the FAVE shoots of all time! being the mother of a Golden Retriever, the dogs put this session OVER THE TOP! the candy canes, hot cocoa, snowshoe, scarf, location and models = pure perfection!!! (12.13.2009 04:28pm)
Brenda Landrum: Oh my goodness!!! My fave image is the very first one, she is adorable! Love this shoot so much and I live in Colorado. :) The light is wonderful! Could go on and on....LOVE IT! (12.13.2009 05:20pm)
Yuka photo art: These photographs are the dream for every mother! (12.13.2009 05:31pm)
sara montour: oh my gosh, shannon, these are SO gorgeous!!! (12.13.2009 06:04pm)
Melissa Hathaway: Wow!!! Simply amazing! These images are off the hook gorgeous! So much character and feeling....again, superb creativity! (12.13.2009 06:38pm)
Brittany Stover: These are seriously the most beautiful images I've ever seen. A dream shoot. Congratulations....can't wait to see more. (12.13.2009 07:05pm)
D Baker: OMG I adore these. Seriously, have stalked your blog forever, but these are off the hook amazing. Not even kidding. LOVE THEM! I so wish that I could you take you with me on vacation next week to Co. (12.13.2009 07:17pm)
Vicki Grafton: Love It! Such a great shoot. The first image is stunning and the one with both of them on the step cuddling the dog is just adorable. (12.13.2009 08:28pm)
Sarah rhoads: Shan! IT looks incredible! So glad everything worked out well and my girl Patrina was able to help you guys out. I knew she would not disappoint! :) (12.13.2009 08:31pm)
katie moss: Wow- Those are the most amazing shots EVER besides your Christmas pictures. You are so inspiring! (12.13.2009 09:55pm)
Paula: AWESOME EVERYTHING!! especially you for rocking this shoot! (12.14.2009 09:19am)
Chrissi: Absolutely Fantastic in every single way. (12.14.2009 09:25am)
elizabeth pellette: These are amazing Shannon.. Just amazing (12.14.2009 09:54am)
Julia Luckett: You are amazing! I adore your photos, they are so innocent, beautiful and more than anything, pure. I adore all of them. Stay talented, Julia (12.14.2009 10:47am)
cindy: FYI: I HAD to look at this session again today. :) (12.14.2009 11:05am)
lesley: My heart is thumping from the awesomeness of these! Once again Shannon, you are AMAZING! :) (12.14.2009 11:34am)
Julie: Lovely! Those shots with the dog are incredible! (12.14.2009 02:29pm)
Sarah Wheeler: Oh Shannon, I absolutely, positively LOVE these!! Your work is amazing my dear :) (12.14.2009 08:01pm)
alison: Such an amazing shoot! The models are beautiful kids. You would never know it was freezing out. Everything looks unbelievably awesome from the props to the the beautiful shots you got. (12.14.2009 09:51pm)
Bre: WOW! Shannon, you are such an inspiration to me! Your work is stunning! It is so fresh and fun! Not gonna lie, i have been not too excited about shooting in the snow, and now, i am so inspired! I can't wait for my next shoot! This is one of my favorites of yours! I LOVE IT!!! PS. will you please hold a workshop! I would be there in a heartbeat!!!! xoxo Bre Curtis (12.15.2009 11:52am)
Casia Fletcher: FABULOUS!!! SERIOUSLY!!! (12.15.2009 12:15pm)
KaraRL: Seriously Amazing! The lighting is so perfect! Absolutely Amazing! (12.16.2009 01:55pm)
Kelley WC: oooh shannon, you totally outdid yourself on these!! from the cutie braids down to the puppy! love! :) (12.16.2009 09:20pm)
Jen From Windy Ridge: AMAAAAAZING!! (12.17.2009 03:06pm)
Janee: Oh my.......You are freakin AMAZING!!! I want these of my kids oh and the fluffy puppy. (12.17.2009 07:48pm)
Tamara Lalanne: Wow wow and wow! LOVE these! Dreaming of snow! (12.18.2009 11:28pm)
Kylie Danielson: You are amazing at what you do. Amazing. (12.22.2009 01:49pm)
Sharon: So gorgeous! It's the kind of pictures that evoke emotions in others. You're so talented!!! I am really inspired. Is it possible for you to share some tips with us, the aspiring photographers? (12.30.2009 05:38pm)
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