EPIC SESSION LOCATIONS

MAY | 2025

WHAT TO CONSIDER WHEN FINDING THE PERFECT COLORADO SETTING TO TELL YOUR LOVE STORY!

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BASED IN DENVER COLORADO

Katie Beth is a wedding photographer based in Denver, Colorado, capturing timeless moments for couples across the Denver Front Range and beyond. With over 10 years of experience, her work reflects her passion for creating genuine, heartfelt imagery that tells the unique stories of each couple.

Things to Consider When Planning Your Engagement Session — and How to Make It Feel Like You!

Your engagement session isn’t just about taking a few pretty photos. It’s the first chapter of your wedding story — a chance to slow down and document this season in a way that feels personal, effortless, and unmistakably you.

But in Colorado, where every turn offers another breathtaking view, choosing a location can feel overwhelming. Do you go for a mountaintop at sunset? A quiet forest trail? Downtown Denver with a glass of wine in hand?

Whether you’re imagining something cozy and quiet or bold and cinematic, this guide will help you narrow the options and find a Colorado setting that reflects your story.

Instead of asking, Where should we go? Try asking What do we want this to feel like?

Your engagement session can feel…

Romantic & Timeless
Playful and Laid-Back
Adventurous & Cinematic
Cozy & Intimate
Polished & Editorial

Think about what settings feel most natural to you. Are you most yourselves walking through the city on a fall afternoon? Are you at home in the mountains with your hiking boots and wind in your hair? Or maybe you want to dress to the nines and turn it into a date night downtown.

Once you know the feel, the location follows naturally.

Start with the Feel, Not the Place

Romantic & Timeless

Soft light. A quiet breeze. A little space to breathe. This vibe leans into elegant moments, classic silhouettes, and settings that feel like they’ve been waiting just for you.

Perfect for couples who...

Want something dreamy and natural
Love vintage touches, walks through the garden, or slow mornings together
Picture a long dress, film-style edits, and golden hour glows

Location ideas:

Denver Botanic Gardens: Perfect for garden elegance and floral backdrops
Lost Gulch Overlook (Boulder): Peaceful, cinematic mountain views
Cheesman Park Pavilion: White marble columns + soft greenery = timeless Denver charm

Make it yours:

Bring a bouquet or wear something flowy for movement
Time your session for sunrise or sunset for that soft, warm light
Add film photography for an old-world touch

Playful & Laid-Back

If you're imagining your session more like a date than a photo shoot, laughing, moving around, maybe grabbing a drink after, this is your lane. The vibe is candid, casual, and 100% you.

Perfect for couples who...

Want to feel like themselves in their photos.
Love hanging out on patios, walking the dog, or being a little silly.
Prefer jeans to gowns and real laughs over staged poses.

Location ideas:

RiNo Art District (Denver): Industrial walls, bold murals, and breweries nearby
Washington Park: Spacious and sunny with tons of spots to explore
Open fields in Golden or Boulder: Grassy hills, golden light, and room to play

Make it yours:

Pack a picnic or your favorite drinks
Bring your dog, a bike, or a vintage truck
Embrace movement! Spin, run, piggyback, whatever feels natural

Adventurous & Cinematic

Looking for something wild, vast, and worth the hike? This one’s for the couples who see engagement photos as an experience — not just a task. You're up for waking up early or staying out late if it means something unforgettable.

Perfect for couples who...

Don’t mind hiking boots and messy hair
Want dramatic backdrops that feel alive
Love the idea of turning your shoot into a weekend road trip

Location ideas:

St. Mary’s Glacier: Snowy even in summer, with epic alpine lake views
Maroon Bells (Aspen): A postcard-perfect spot, especially in fall
Red Rocks Park: Sculptural red formations with an open-sky feel

Make it yours:

Bring a blanket or champagne for a mountaintop toast
Wear layers you can move in
Build a mini weekend trip around your session

Cozy & Intimate

Think candles, coffee mugs, porch steps, and forest walks. This is for couples who want to slow everything down and focus on closeness, comfort, and quiet connection.

Perfect for couples who...

Love slower mornings and meaningful rituals
Want a space that feels private and personal
Picture something barefoot, wrapped in a blanket, maybe with a cabin fire nearby

Location ideas:

Your home: Seriously, it might be the coziest option
Pine Valley Ranch Park: Serene trails, water views, and tall trees
A cabin in Evergreen or Conifer: Book a romantic Airbnb and make a weekend of it

Make it yours:

Cook pancakes, cuddle on the porch, or explore barefoot in the woods
Bring your favorite mugs, books, or playlists
Shoot at golden hour or even blue hour for that low-light glow

Polished & Editorial

You’re drawn to striking architecture, clean lines, and modern vibes. This is a refined and minimal aesthetic. Perfect for couples who love intentional styling and want their photos to feel like a magazine spread.

Perfect for couples who...

Love design-forward spaces and elevated details
Want something polished and artful
Prefer clean backdrops over natural landscapes

Location ideas:

Union Station (Denver): Iconic arches, grand lighting, and vintage charm
Denver Art Museum / Civic Center Park: Bold color, symmetry, and modern lines
The Ramble Hotel or Clayton Members Club: Sleek interiors

Make it yours:

Dress up in black and white or go monochrome
Opt for editorial-style posing and high-contrast edits
Choose sunrise for crisp light and empty backdrops

Final Thoughts

Your engagement session is less about the location, and more about what it represents. It’s a chance to pause and soak in the in-between, the part of your story that happens before the vows.

So when you choose where to take your photos, ask:

“Does this place feel like us?”
“Can we move freely here?”
“Will we laugh, breathe, and be ourselves?”

The right spot will check all the boxes. And if you’re torn between two? I’m always happy to help you narrow it down, or even split the session between two nearby spots! Sunrise and sunset, city and nature, coffee and cliffs.