Stephanie & Jeremy

I will never take for granted that my friends pick me to be their photographer. I had the honor of photographing Stephanie early on in my career when she graduated from college. Watching her become a successful teacher, find her fiancé, and get pregnant with what’s going to be the most adorable baby boy has been amazing. While it took us awhile to land on a location, Stephanie reminded me that I had stumbled upon a new location a few weeks back and of course we had to go there. It was the perfect setting with that emerald green dress and that gorgeous red hair of hers. The way the light shined on her? Chef’s kiss.

Source: colleen-k.com/blog/stephanieandjeremy

Renata & Andre

I just love it when I meet someone and we just click. The energy is being matched on both sides, the excitement is bubbling over and you just can’t wait to get started on helping them with their future. Renata found me on Instagram on Wednesday and by Friday, we were celebrating her and Andre’s marriage with a couple of their closest family and friends. Not every wedding celebration has to be a big blow out party - sometimes you’re just ready to get married and you don’t want to wait any longer. That was the case for these two after a 5 year long-distance relationship. I can’t wait to see what the future holds for these two.

Source: colleen-k.com/blog/renataandandre

Michelle & Mario

I’ve had the pleasure of knowing Michelle long before I was ever a photographer. We used to go to the Brandin’ Iron on the weekends way back in the day (if you know, you know lol). So when she hired me during my early years as a new photographer, it was an honor then as much as it is now. Watching her grow as a human and seeing her life evolve into what it is now has been amazing to see. I was also introduced to her fiancé when we did their photos and I couldn’t have picked a better man for her - the way he smiled at her spoke volumes to their love. I can’t wait to meet their little boy when he arrives! this summer!

Source: colleen-k.com/blog/michellandmario

Neeley Family

Fall family sessions are in full swing! …even if we haven’t officially changed seasons yet lol!

I remember the first time I met the Neeley family and I was STUNNED by how gorgeous this family is. I’m sure I drive them nuts with this, but I swear they need to be in a magazine or a catalog at the very least! It has been so much to watch the boys grow over the last 3 years. I’m willing to bet by next year McClain will be taller than his dad.

Take a scroll to see this year’s photos and let me know what you think!

Source: colleen-k.com/blog/neeleyfamily