Denver Photographer, Karie McLain, is sought for her wedding & portrait photography style. Karie specializes in weddings and boudoirs in the Denver area and all over the state of Colorado. Ask about her Destination Packages! Travel includes Denver, Boulder, Fort Collins, Colorado Springs, Vail, Beaver Creek, Keystone, Breckenridge, Aspen, Winter Park, Tabernash, and Glenwood Springs as well as others.
Thanks for visiting kmclain.com. This is the online journal and portfolio of Karie McLain Photographer, LLC, one of Colorado's top wedding photographers.
My style is very couture, fresh, and fun. In other words, these aren’t your parent’s wedding photographs. I strive to capture my couples as who they are, how they love one another, and tell the story of love. I want a couple's pictures to be a reflection of them. I am inspired by fashion, which allows me to capture my clients in a way that is unique and editorial.
Please browse my boudoir gallery as well. These photos are a great gift for your Man anytime, or as a special surprise gift on your wedding day, Valentine’s Day, or any day. These sessions are classy and modern. Your someone special, will love them.
I have had the opportunity to work with Colorado's top wedding planners, resorts, videographers, DJ's, and venues.
TOP PHOTOGRAPHER FOR THE Donovan Pavilion, Devils Thumb Ranch, Brown Palace, JW Marriott Cherry Creek, Briarhurst Manor in Colorado Springs, Copper Mountain, Vail, Aspen, Tabernash, Winter Park, Arrowhead Golf Club, the Sanctuary Golf Club, Castle Pines Golf Course, Garden of the Gods Club, the Broadmoor, Fox Run Park, Cherry Hills Golf Course, Lone Tree Golf Course, Beaver Creek, Denver University, the University of Colorado, Columbine Country Club, Our Lady of Loretto Chapel, Breckenridge, Crystal Rose, Denver Athletic Club, Keystone Resort, Lone Tree Golf Club and Hotel, Mount Vernon Country Club, The Chapel at Red Rocks, Red Rocks Trading Post, The Inn at Cherry Creek
Just a super cute little series … of awesomeness! (Give it just a second to load)
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I have had the opportunity to work with J. She is not only beautiful, but a super sweet person. We have been collaborating for months about her shoot, and she blew me away with some of her ideas. I shoot a ton of boudoir sessions, but because of their personal nature, I don’t mind if my clients choose to share or not. J was fantastic and offered to share on the blog!
I swear she looked like Jessica Simpson in this shoot. From a Colorado tropical pool setting, to a toasty fireplace, and a BLUE CORVETTE, this session promises to top my list in faves. J, thanks for being awesome and letting me share some of your fabulous shoot!
And, a special thanks to Rachael with Girls and Curls who provided the gorgeous hair and makeup!
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A few weeks ago, I went to Steamboat. I have never been there before. True story: I kind of fell in love with it – and I think it’s my new favorite mountain town. But I wasn’t just there to scope out the scenery. I was there for an amazing wedding at Bella Vista. I met Kori last year when she was kindly sent my way by one of my photographer friends. She is one of the kindest people ever … and I knew their day would be amazing. Imagine my surprise when I learn that she knows several of my other brides, and bridal party members from 2 of my previous weddings are there 
I LOVE my clients
Kori wore a champagne colored dress – unlike any other champagne dress I have seen. JP was decked out as well – black suit – orchid for a boutineer. Their day was perched high above the Steamboat Valley – literally looking over all kinds of amazing scenery. Bella Vista was gorgeous. Kori had fabulous details from black and white tablecloths with pink and orange flowers, to mini burgers and chicken skewers, to a dance floor full of props (seriously – one of the most fun touches I have photographed in quite some time). After the party was really rolling with Groove Nation playing, the bride, groom, and some of their guests escaped to the bon fire which was complete with your own little bon fire favor (including the ingredients needed for the deliciousness). Kori and JP also had super fun vows and a ceremony officiated by JP’s brother. They opted out of the traditional wedding cake and went for brownie sundaes for all of the guests instead. Above all – the way these two look at each other, smile, speak softly and super sweetly – they are truly awesome – and madly in love.
Kori and JP, thank you for asking me to photograph your day – I had SO much fun at your wedding!
JP told me that he had gotten a new suit – he did great huh!? LOVE this tie!
Kori and JP had 2 cocktail hours – the first as their guests were arriving (and they greeted them, and the second following the ceremony)
They played horse shoes …
Then … the dance props came out!
Planner/Florist: Lindsey Grannis, One Fine Day
Caterer: The Drunken Onion
Band: Groove Nation
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I am having a fantastic summer. I have made some business changes that I feel are for the best. I absolutely love this job – but, I am constantly searching for balance in my life. Between consistently having 25+ emails in my inbox, answering phone calls, shooting amazing people, attending networking events, and keeping up on Social Media (did I mention running a multi-shooter studio?), my job is a little more than full time I’m not complaining – but I have tried to find ways to be more efficient at everything. This summer, I strived to obtain a new goal – and I cut back (dramatically) on Social Media. So far, it is a decision I won’t regret. Basically, it means more time with my family – and more time focusing on the important aspects of the business. So, for those of you who have asked, I am still alive and kicking … just shifting my focus a bit
In other news, I have lots of blog posts coming. I have truly been blessed this year with more amazing clients and shoots then I can count on one hand. My blog on the other hand, has not been exposed to the wedding season madness, so it is coming! Until then, check out the summer edition of Rocky Mountain Bride Magazine. It is a phenominal Mountain Wedding Magazine that focuses on mountain weddings. We are thrilled to be published in an article by the fantastic Debbie Orwat of Save the Date Events and StudioWed Denver. Carrie and Ben’s Beaver Creek wedding was amazing!
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