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6 Pro Tips to Elevate Your Wedding Day Aesthetic

As a photographer I’ve seen all different types of weddings and I’m going to share with you my favorite pro tips that will no doubt elevate your wedding day vibe and aesthetic. This blog post is meant to boost creativity: full of inspiration, ideas, and fun ways to elevate your wedding day.

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10 Gratitude Exercises for Couples

As a former Relationships teacher with a Master’s in Educational Psychology talking about positive psychology and the effects it has on our marriages and relationships lights me up! In this article you’ll some research backed ideas and some health benefits for you, pinky swear! Today I’ll share:   So let’s get down to business… “Gratitude: […]

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Peach and blush colored luxurious floral arrrangments atop green velvet linens and gingham country linens at the Sonnenalp in Vail with stunning natural light and european charm.

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A Garden Party Rehearsal Dinner Inspiration at the Sonnenalp in Vail, CO

Looking for some garden party inspiration for your rehearsal dinner or wedding? Look no further, the Sonnenalp in Vail, Colorado offers the perfect combination of charm and elegance. Recently, I had the pleasure of photographing an intimate garden party rehearsal dinner at the Sonnenalp planned and designed by Pop Parties, and it was an evening […]

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black and white B+W photo of couple holding at hands looking t each other showing off engagement ring from snowy mountain proposal at Loveland Pass in the winter

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Surprise Mountain Top Proposal Inspiration: Engagement Season is Finally Here!

It’s the most wonderful time of the year: engagement season, my friends, and Beyonce’s about to hear crickets because there will be no single ladies ricocheting her words back to her. If you needed an excuse to head to Colorado during one of the most magical times of the year, let Ryan + Mandi’s mountain top […]

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black and white photo of a man proposing to woman at devils thumb ranch on new years eve in the winter. He is down on one knee opening a ring box with a huge diamond ring on the inside asking her to marry him.

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A Surprise Proposal at Devil’s Thumb Ranch (and 3 Ideas!)

I’m so excited to share this surprise proposal at Devil’s Thumb Ranch today! Daniel did such a great job keeping this proposal a surprise and Shea was so shocked! I’m such a sucker for surprises and even though I was in on it, it still made me feel all the emotions. I’ve also got some […]

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Black and white photo of couple holding hands and dancing in the mountains during their playful engagement session in the snow in Boulder, Colorado with wedding photographer Diana Coulter

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4 ways to show up and nail your engagement shoot (+ cute couple inspo)

When couple’s reach out to me and ask me for tips about how to show up to their engagement session feeling, ahem, not completely awkward, we usually start by getting to know each other. A lot initial time together is spent building that connection right away so they love their engagement images no matter what […]

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7 Reasons You’ll Fall In Love With a Colorado Sunrise Elopement

When I think about a Colorado sunrise elopement, I think “dayum… that’s early af.” Yet, here I am, at my desk before anyone is awake (of course), thinking about how Colorado sunrise elopements are, hands down, my favorite…especially during the summer! I know summer sunrise elopements are earlyyyyyyy in Colorado because I’m a morning person, […]

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A Magical Winter Elopement at Loveland Pass (and BONUS: Some Tips!)

Colorado elopements have my heart… especially when there’s a sweet winter surprise like snow to grace our presence! A snowy elopement adds such a magical element, too and I’m so excited to share their story with you! After we talk all things Justine + Drake (and you get to see their stunning images), I’ll be […]

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27 Ways to Create Connection Right Now

What do you want to do by the end of this month? This season? This year? Me? I want to be able to add value to the lives of others by connecting with them. I want to show up in big ways and in small ways— for myself, my family, my friends and my community. […]

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What You Need To Consider When Postponing Your Wedding

My heart is breaking for all of my 2020 couples right now— both brides and grooms alike. Because although the immediacy of my May and June couples is all in the works, I know the entire year is facing an upheaval because the many unknowns we’re still facing due to the Coronavirus. In fact, I […]

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Diana

The intersection of aesthetic and personality. Fueled by good light, wanderlust, and cookies. Chasing magic like I chase my kids; laughing always.

Whether I'm building legos or putting the final touches on your album design, it's always with intention and love. I believe life is too short not to live for today. My goal? To offer you the perspective of presence with my camera so you can sink into the moment.

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