The Wild Prairie Journal

Stories from the hearts I’ve photographed, planning guidance for the seasons you’re in, and honest moments worth holding onto.

From Colorado Springs family sessions to mountain elopements, weddings, and couples’ adventures across Colorado, this is where inspiration and real life meet.

Wedding, Love Stories Sandy Patterson Wedding, Love Stories Sandy Patterson

Woodland Park Colorado Wedding at Edgewood Inn

Carly & Corey’s wedding at Edgewood Inn in Woodland Park was nothing short of magical. Like many 2020 couples, they had to change their plans, but this mountain venue turned out to be the perfect backdrop for their day. With breathtaking Pikes Peak views and the warmest, most welcoming friends and family, their celebration was filled with love, laughter, and heartfelt moments that had me holding back tears more than once.

As the rain poured down, it only made the day feel more intimate and cinematic. We caught a break in the storm just in time for portraits, and the moody skies, misty mountains, and golden light peeking through made for the dreamiest wedding photos. Carly & Corey trusted me completely to capture their love, and that trust made all the difference. See their stunning Edgewood Inn wedding and get inspired for your own Colorado mountain wedding!

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Pikes Peak View Maternity Session in Woodland Park

Ten years. That is a long time to wait for something you want so badly. Their time is finally here though and it is the best damn thing in this world. Lauran and Colt have waited so long for this. Ready to be parents. Arms open and warm. The thing is, when you have to wait so long for something, when it finally happens, you cherish it. I mean really cherish it. Every moment. Every feeling. Every thought. I am here for it friends. Thank you so much for sharing your journey with me. I cannot say enough how honored I am to be the one who sets these moments in stone.

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