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.

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Mother's Day Mini Sessions in Colorado Springs at Ute Valley Park

A small, late-spring offering at Ute Valley Park in Colorado Springs. Four Mother's Day mini sessions on May 11, 2026, for the moms who are usually behind the camera. Includes five hand-edited images, the option to upgrade to your full gallery, and personalized styling support. Physical gift certificates available.

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Fall 2025 Small Sessions in Colorado Springs (Mini + Micro Sessions)

Fall 2025 Small Sessions in Colorado Springs are here! These short and simple 15-minute sessions are perfect for families with little ones or parents who want updated photos without the full session investment. Set against peak autumn colors and mountain views, these sessions capture the warmth, love, and laughter that make your family yours.

With just 14 spots available across Cheyenne Mountain State Park, Garden of the Gods, and Ute Valley Park, these small (mini or micro) sessions are designed to be stress-free and full of heart. Each includes 5 hand-edited images, styling support, and the option to upgrade to a full gallery.

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Summer 2024 Small Photography Sessions in Colorado Springs

2024 Summer Small Sessions will be held on June 5, 6, 7, 8. To see available dates and times, check the calendar at the link in the blog post. Small Sessions will take place in central Colorado Springs at the locations pictured in this blog. Sessions on June 5 + 6 will take place at Ute Valley Park and Sessions on June 7 + 8 will take place at Garden of the Gods. To secure your small session, complete the calendar section and the form collecting your information. I will set up your client portal for you and get you offically booked into your time and date.

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Fall 2023 Small Photography Sessions in Colorado Springs

2023 Fall Small Sessions will be held on September 28, 29, 30, and October 1. To see available dates and times, check the calendar at the link in the blog post. Small Sessions will take place in central Colorado Springs at the locations pictured above. Sessions on September 28 + 29 will take place at Blodgett Peak Open Space and Sessions on September 30 and October 1 will take place at Garden of the Gods. To secure your small session, complete the calendar section and the form collecting your information and you are all set!

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Fall 2022 Small Sessions in Colorado Springs

2022 Fall Small Sessions will be held on September 6, 7, and 8. To see available dates and times, check the calendar below. Small Sessions will take place in central Colorado Springs at the location pictured above. You will receive the exact location after booking. To secure your small session, complete the calendar section and the form collecting your information below. Your session fee must be paid in full to officially hold your date and time and an invoice will populate for you after you submit your information.

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Support Your Community with Small Photography Sessions

Colorado Springs Small Sessions are open! This year I am offering an indoor and an outdoor option for Spring Small Sessions. Small Sessions is another way of saying Micro or Mini sessions but I took a note from my friend Jocelyn Collins (hey babe!) and are calling them small sessions this year because it’s fun!

For the indoor sessions, we will hang out at Cultivate Studios in Old Colorado City and for the outdoor sessions, we will adventure in an urban creek located in South Springs. Yes, that means we don’t have to travel into the mountain and it won’t be (as) freezing.

Small Sessions are taking place both April 29th and 30th. Read the post for all the details and to book. See you there babes!

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