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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

KORI + JP MARRIED, BELLA VISTA IN STEAMBOAT

DENVER WEDDING PHOTOGRAPHER, SARAH + ANDREW, MARRIED! HUDSON GARDENS WEDDING

LAUREN + BRANDON, ENGAGED! DOWNTOWN URBAN ENGAGEMENT SESSION

HOLLY + ROB, ENGAGED – COORS FIELD ENGAGEMENT SESSION, LODO

Posts Tagged ‘portraits’

DENVER WEDDING PHOTOGRAPHER: SNEAK PEEK!

We have been busy the past week – and have been to some amazing weddings – with some uber amazing clients! I am so greatful to have shared the day – and been asked to capture it for some pretty special peeps Natalie and I went from Denver to Grand Junction and home for some portraits. So much to share … but here is just a little taste of what’s coming up next!

First – Sarah and Andrew were married at the Hudson Gardens on Thursday. It was a GA-GA-Gorgeous day … and as usual, Sarah and Andrew worked it out!

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Then, Natalie and I headed for Grand Junction – to the fabulous Holly and Rob’s wedding at Two Rivers Winery. It was amazing and such a beautiful location! It’s here that I took one of my favorite radical lighting shots ever

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And then, I snuck home to take pictures of one of my favorite kiddos and her family! Happy Birthday to Ashlynn! I’m lucky to have shot her and her family several times as she has grown up … and by the way – can you believe those eyes? Photographers – they are straight out of camera!

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More on the way – and Natalie has some sweet shots to share too! Happy Tuesday Everyone!

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Rachael - Girls and Curls — As always...beautiful work Karie! You'll have to let me know when you get more of our-favorite-bride-Sarah up, I'd love to see more! :) ( May 27, 2010 @ 8:18 pm )

Liz — I had to keep going back to the shot in the winery. They need a HUGE print of that. Beautiful. ( May 30, 2010 @ 9:56 am )

FLAVORFUL FRIDAYS – DENVER LIFESTYLE PORTRAITS

For today’s Flavorful Friday post, I wanted to share a sneak peek from a session I did of my daughter recently. She is growing so fast, and I love her more than words. There are a lot more of these to come … but here are a few of my faves. Stay tuned Monday for some EXCITING News!

Just a few while we were out playing!

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She wanted to get stuck in the one little patch of snow we had. She did (over and over again).

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Some of my super faves from January! LOVE her

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Kelly Casey — She is sooooo stinkin adorable!!!!! ( January 22, 2010 @ 11:36 am )

Natalie — She is growing up so fast, Karie! What a beautiful little girl :) ( January 22, 2010 @ 11:41 am )

kelsy nielson — She is just so precious. You are such a lucky momma :) ( January 22, 2010 @ 11:44 am )

Autumn — adorable!! ( January 22, 2010 @ 11:50 am )

Jennifer — Oh how I love that sweet lil face! Gorgeous as always Karie! ( January 22, 2010 @ 12:35 pm )

Debbie — What a cutie!! She's such a stylish girl with her cool jeans and shiny vest. ( January 22, 2010 @ 12:44 pm )

Rachel — She is absolutely adorable! Can't wait to watch her grow up--thanks for sharing. ( January 22, 2010 @ 12:58 pm )

Lauren — She is so cute!!! ( January 22, 2010 @ 5:17 pm )

Heather Cole — Her Aunt Heather LOVES HER SOOO MUCH!! Oh she's getting sooo big. :) ( January 25, 2010 @ 8:53 am )

JENNY + LEVIY, ENGAGED! GARDEN OF THE GODS

You may remember Jenny and Leviy as they are our 2010 contest winners. I have talked to Jenny over the past few months, but had yet to meet her, until their engagement session. I should note that I feel like I already know this incredible couple since I know their love story, and have truly enjoyed learning about them.

Jenny is kind, sweet, loving, and gorgeous. Leviy is funny, hilarious, and just awesome. Together, the two of them are absolutely amazing and a ton of fun! It was a frigid day as we walked around Garden of the Gods (which was packed) and then we headed for some more alleys and architecture digs. I had a blast with them {and their SUPER cute pups}.

Seriously, who can resist these faces?

A super fave! Love, Love, Love this one! What a cute fam!

Love this, love you guys, so much fun!

Jenny – you are beautiful! And, you know I love leopard shoes!

A super fave series. Jenny and Leviy met at the gym, and love to work out. I had to incorporate that in to the shoot somewhere. I told Leviy to do push ups over Jenny!

Thank you guys for sharing your story with me! I can’t wait for your wedding this year! Huge Hugs.

P.S. Jenny made me the most awesome gingerbread men cookies I have ever seen. Pictures coming soon!

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Intricate Icings Cake Design — Those are great. Love the shot of the dogs. Can't wait to recreate them in cake! ( January 11, 2010 @ 1:04 pm )

Jenny — Thanks so much Karie! You are amazing. ( January 11, 2010 @ 1:06 pm )

James — Love the shots! ( January 11, 2010 @ 1:17 pm )

kelsy nielson — So cute! Love the location! ( January 22, 2010 @ 11:45 am )

JEN + DION, EXPECTING!

One of the best parts of my job is the relationships that I make with my clients. I really do love my clients … and I really do feel like I get the best ones in the whole entire world. I met Jen and Dion a LONG time ago. I shot their wedding in the early days of KMP. They have remained good friends of mine. I seriously heart Jen as she is one of the sweetest and most caring people I know. She remains a fan of my work, and my updates, and everything in between. I LOVE her support for KMP! A few months back, they asked me to take their maternity photos. They were expecting a beautiful baby girl, who has now ARRIVED! I am so very excited for them and their newest family member. Since I didn’t get a chance to blog this session with all of the wedding craziness, take a peek. Jen is one of the most beautiful pregnant people ever, and her and Dion’s love for each other promises to make them amazing parents. Addison was born on October 15th. Welcome to the world Addison. Jen and Dion – congratulations! I am so happy for you!!

A fave. Seriously should be a cover to a Parenting Magazine!

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Jennifer — I heart you Karie! Your support through everything we have faced has been amazing! Thank you for everything you have done for us, your photography and your friendship mean so much to me, you have captured all the very best moments in my life so far and I'm so lucky to have found you! :) Addie can't wait to meet you! ( October 21, 2009 @ 4:45 pm )

GABBY, SENIOR!

Gabby is a Senior this year. Gabby is amazingly beautiful and soooooo adorable! Thanks for the fun Gabby! Congratulations on your senior year! You are Ga-Ga-Gorgeous!

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Heather Cole — Ohhh la la!! NICE JOB!!! :) ( September 23, 2009 @ 1:01 pm )

Lee — Karie! These are so awesome! We love them and had a blast doing them!! Thank you so much! ( September 23, 2009 @ 8:53 pm )

Kevin Von Qualen — Love these!!! Great work you! ( September 29, 2009 @ 1:20 pm )

SNOW DAY

I know I have a separate blog for portraits now… so if you haven’t already, make sure you add it to your bookmarks or etc. In the meantime, I couldn’t resist sharing a snow day with you. We have been getting a lot of snow for the end of March… But I am one that won’t complain as I love the snow (I do complain if I get stuck in the blizzard when trying to make it home, those of you following me on twitter probably already know that). Anyway, I couldn’t wait to spend time with my family when I got back. So, here are a few shots of my beautiful little girl. She is already 7 months old.

I really love the first and last shot, but I think this last shot is a true indication that my baby is growing up. She is so interested in experiencing the world right now. It is SO much fun!

Experience the world … and all it has to offer! Cheers!

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Ginoa — Oh my gosh Karie...I love these!!!!! ( March 30, 2009 @ 4:08 pm )

Andrew Schaefer — These shots are so cute, it looks like she had a lot of fun in the snow. I love the pictures from the workshop and your new blog is awesome. I hope you're doing well and I'll talk to you soon. ( March 30, 2009 @ 4:10 pm )

emily griffith — Karie, Ava is SO CUTE! How fun to see some photos of her after hearing about her all week! :) No wonder you were anxious to get home!! ( March 30, 2009 @ 4:26 pm )

Amber — She is so sweet! What a lucky girl to have her life capture in such an amazing way! ( March 30, 2009 @ 5:33 pm )

Kelsy Nielson — AWWWWWW! She melts my heart and makes me want one too :) ( March 30, 2009 @ 8:00 pm )

Karen Wood — I always said you two were going to make "perfect parents," and now you have "perfect Ava" ~ She is beautiful!! ( March 30, 2009 @ 10:53 pm )

carolyn bowles — A-M-A-Z-I-N-G! Karie, I love these! The first one is in particular my favorite. You just have to enlarge that one for your home. Where did you get the hat? It looks gorgeous with all the white and her porcelain skin. Love it all! ( March 31, 2009 @ 12:10 am )

Jennifer — OMG! Look at her sitting up and everything! I had no idea she was getting so big already! SHE'S BEAUTIFUL Karie!!! XOXO ( March 31, 2009 @ 9:02 am )

Lissette — Hi Karie...speechless she is a doll baby. Congratulations. You guys need to come down to Costa Rica and bring your camera! ( March 31, 2009 @ 10:03 am )

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About Karie

I'm bright, I'm bold, I laugh a lot, I get a little crazy on photo shoots (I dig alleys, architecture, and other things you don't necessarily think of). I am a technology geek, I love my camera (like a bad addiction), I LOVE soda and Starbucks (another bad habit), I like to sing ... loudly ... and trust me, I'm no good. I'm a wedding and lifestyle portrait photographer... I LOVE my job!