ASHLEY Kidder

Denver Fall Family Mini Sessions

Fall in Denver is one of the most popular times of year for family photos, and for good reason.  The season offers a natural backdrop of bold colors and soft light that make images stand out without feeling overly posed.  Scheduling Denver fall family sessions gives you the chance to update your portraits in a way that feels both timeless and seasonal.

Locations throughout Denver shine in the fall.  Whether it’s modern neighborhoods, open parks, or mountain views, the variety allows every family to find a setting that feels right for them.  The cooler weather also makes sessions more comfortable, especially for little ones who might struggle in summer heat.

And for me.  I struggle in the summer heat.  I swear I was an ice road trucker in a past life.  

Beyond creating beautiful images, Denver fall family sessions serve a practical purpose.  They’re perfect for holiday cards, seasonal gifts, or wall art that reflects your family in a specific moment in time.  These sessions capture connection, laughter, and personality in a setting that feels genuine rather than staged.

Availability in the fall tends to book quickly, so reaching out early ensures you’ll have your choice of dates and locations.  Please get in touch as soon as possible to get on my early access VIP email list so you can get first dibs. 

For now, here are the seven locations that will be available for your Denver fall family mini sessions:

Parents and children smiling together during a Denver fall family photoshoot.

City Park near the Denver Museum of Nature and Science

Family posing during Denver fall family session

Chautauqua Park in Boulder

River North Art District (RiNo)

Cozy fall family portraits

Clear Creek History Park in Golden

Cheesman Park near the amphitheater

Family posing during Denver fall family session surrounded by golden leaves

Jefferson Park in Denver

Candid photo of kids playing during Denver fall family sessions

Union Station as photographed from the Millennium Bridge

by AshleyPosted in Family

Denver Fall Mini Sessions

Denver fall mini sessions are coming!

I am in the office today planning this year’s round of fall mini sessions.  They’ll be taking place on seven select dates in September and October of this year:

  • Monday 9/22
  • Tuesday 9/30
  • Wednesday 10/8
  • Saturday 10/11
  • Friday 10/17
  • Thursday 10/30
  • Saturday 11/1

My goal is to have nearly every day of the week available to you as an option.  I haven’t worked a Sunday in a loooooongggg time, so I’ll have spots available around sunset times on each day of the week between Monday and Saturday.

Right now, I’m considering locations for where your minis will take place this year.  Here are my past favorites:

Chautauqua Park family photos

Chautauqua Park in Boulder: quintessential Colorado, flatirons, fields

Family photo clients posing for Denver fall mini session

RiNo: colorful street art, gritty, urban

Family photo clients posing for Denver fall mini session

Union Station: classic, neutral colors, modern

Family photo clients posing for Denver fall mini session

Cheesman Park: flowers, tall trees, cozy vibes

Family photo clients posing for Denver fall mini session

City Park: rose bushes, skyline views, lush

Family photo clients posing for Denver fall mini session

Jefferson Park: possible fall colors, trees, park vibes

Family photo clients posing for Denver fall mini session

Byron J. White courthouse: Greek columns, crisp whites, can wear bolder outfits here

Family photo clients posing for Denver fall mini session

Clear Creek History Park in Golden: fall colors, rustic, outdoorsy

Family photo clients posing for Denver fall mini session

Civic Center Park: Greek architecture, skyline views, urban

These are some of the locations I’ve used in the past and they’re all so wonderful for different reasons!  I’ll be narrowing these down to offer only the popular locations you’re interested in.

Feel free to let me know your preference for a Denver fall mini session location!  I’m active on Instagram, where I’ll be posting updates and asking for your feedback as I solidify the details for these shoots.  Make sure you give me a follow!

In the meantime, feel free to contact me to get on my VIP email list.  This will give you first access to book your mini session before my calendar goes live.

Can’t wait to share more info!

x Ash

by AshleyPosted in Family

Downtown Denver Courthouse Elopement

There’s something undeniably classic about a Downtown Denver courthouse elopement.  Maybe it’s the mix of timeless architecture and soft city light, or the simplicity of a couple showing up, ready to commit to each other without the fuss of a big wedding day.

For me, I simply love shooting at the Byron J. White courthouse downtown.  It photographs so beautifully at any time of day.  I love the clean white marble, Greek columns, and sage green lanterns peppered throughout the colonnade.  Jaqueline + Kevin couldn’t have selected a more stunning backdrop for their elopement photos!

The bride chose a teacup-length dress that gave a subtle nod to 1950s styling.  She did her own hair and makeup, which made her look feel all the more personal and effortless.  With a bold red lip and vintage-inspired waves, she completely owned her look in the most understated, beautiful way.

Before our portrait session, the couple marked the moment by getting matching hand tattoos.  It was such a fun, bold way to celebrate their commitment.  After our photos, they headed to dinner in downtown Denver, keeping the vibe relaxed and true to who they are.

Courthouse elopements offer something unique: the freedom to skip tradition and lean into what matters most.  A Downtown Denver courthouse elopement lets you celebrate your love your way, surrounded by the energy of the city.  Don’t get me wrong, sometimes a raucous bridal party can be the best thing in the world — but sometimes it just needs to be the two of you.  And my cameras.  🙂

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Downtown Denver Courthouse Elopement | Ashley Kidder

I’d love to chat more with you if you’re looking to book courthouse elopement photos!  I love shooting city weddings and would love to chat.  Please contact me here.  Looking forward to connecting!

x Ash

by AshleyPosted in Weddings

JeffCo Courthouse Elopement Photos

JeffCo courthouse elopement photos bring a special kind of joy, especially when the couple flies in from Texas and their adventure unfolds afterwards with Boulder’s most stunning landscapes as the backdrop.  I recently had the pleasure of photographing one such elopement, with their ceremony at the Jefferson County courthouse and their formal portraits taken at Chautauqua Park and Lost Gulch Lookout, which — for anyone who follows this blog — knows these are two of my absolute favorite spots for Colorado elopement photos!

Chautauqua Park offers that iconic Flatirons backdrop and quintessential Colorado vibes.  After we finished at Chautauqua where they threw on their running shoes as an homage to how they met (run club baby!), we finished at Lost Gulch with that stunning sweeping shot of Colorado’s beauty behind them.  We had some gusty wind so we didn’t linger too long here — just long enough to get these banger shots.

The entire day felt intimate, intentional, and undeniably memorable.  I’m so grateful this couple trusted me with their courthouse elopement photos.  Their entire experience felt like a love letter to travel, nature, and commitment.  Flights from Texas were worth every minute!

Whether you’re dreaming of elopement portraits among Boulder’s most picturesque backdrops or planning a courthouse ceremony with portraits at some hella scenic spots afterward, I’d love to tell your story with the same care and creativity.  Take a peek at my favorite frames below.  My contact line is always open if these are the photos you’re looking for to tell your story!

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JeffCo Courthouse Elopement | Ashley Kidder Photo

See more Colorado elopement photos like these: Downtown Denver courthouse wedding | Boulder vow renewal photos

Hi!  I’m Ashley but you can call me Ash.  I’ve been a Colorado elopement photographer for more than 15 years now.  I love courthouse elopements like this one, where it’s just you, me, and my cameras.  I have worked in the Denver metro area extensively throughout my career and will be happy to help plan a JeffCo courthouse elopement you won’t soon forget.  Please get in touch if you are interested in capturing classic courthouse elopement photos like these.  I can’t wait to chat more with you!

x Ash 

by AshleyPosted in Weddings

Denver Couples Photos At Home

There’s something special about doing a session in your own space.  It can bring an intimate, relaxed vibe that’s hard to replicate anywhere else.  Your home is where you spend your mornings together, where you make coffee in your kitchen, where you laugh curled up next to each other in bed.  It’s already filled with your energy, your history, and your story.

An in-home session lets you document your everyday love in a way that feels authentic.  You don’t have to worry about the wind messing up your hair or dodging crowds at a popular photo spot (looking at you, Union Station).  You can cozy up on your couch, dance in the kitchen, or lounge with your morning coffee — just being yourselves.

Plus, it’s the perfect way to add new photos to your collection that feel you.  Maybe you already have engagement or wedding photos, but in-home sessions bring a more personal, unfiltered side of your relationship to the mix.  They’re warm, intimate, and natural — just like the moments you share every day.  They’re a great idea for an anniversary session or just because you want some new photos to add to your arsenal.

If you’ve never had professional photos taken at home, I promise it’s worth it.  No fancy locations needed, just you, your love, and the space that already holds so many of your memories.  This is exactly what Sergio + Lizzi did this past spring, and I’m so excited to share a few of my favorites below.  Thank you for stopping by the blog!

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Denver Couples Photos at Home | Ashley Kidder Photo

Hello! I’m Ashley but you can call me Ash. I’ve been a Denver portrait photographer for over a decade now.  I would love to meet you and document you and your loved ones together!  I love maternity photos, extended family photos, your regular “let’s update the annual Christmas card” each year family photos, and of course, photos of just the two of you.  Please feel free to get in touch if you have a photo shoot vision that you’d like to bring to life.  I can’t wait to speak with you!  -Ash

by AshleyPosted in Portraits
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