Spring Mini Sessions | Family Photographer

Spring Mini Sessions are here again!  Can you believe that spring is here already?  The trees are starting to blossom, the grass is turning green... It's one of my favorite times of year.  I'm so guilty of not having enough photos with me and my kids.  I am always behind the camera, and I know a lot of parents who feel the same way.  I also know how deeply I cherish pictures of my with my mom and my daddy, and I need to be better about getting pictures with my babies so they have special pictures when they become adults.

Mini sessions are a fantastic way to try out custom photography for the first time, and the session makes a great Mother's Day gift (hint, hint, hint, Daddies!)  These sessions book up pretty quickly, and we are only offering 10 this year- so please contact me ASAP to reserve your spot.  These sessions will be held in the greater Denver area, exact details of our location will be sent in an email upon booking.

Mini Sessions( $185) Include:

30 Minute session (up to 6 people)

10-15 images in an online Gallery

2 mounted 11x14's

2 mounted 5x7's

All other prints & Products sold separately

So here's the surprise: One booking will win the whole thing for free.  In celebration of my birthday, one booking will win their mini session on me.  How do you enter?  Just book a session!  Your $50 deposit will be fully refunded if you win!

Email me at kim@brinkstreetphotography.com to get additional details, book, or if you have any questions at all.

And for those who have just had a session, or are waiting for fall, or if you live in the greater Denver area and LOVE cupcakes and say, maybe want to meet me (I promise I'm fun and I smile a lot!) you can enter for these:

Well, not specifically these cupcakes, they were eaten*YUMMY*... But half a dozen delicious, oh so addicting cupcakes from C'est Chic Cupcakes, hand delivered by yours truly!  All you need to do is go to the Brink Street Photography Fan Page and "like" it, then come back here and let me know that you did!  If you already like the page, just let me know you already like the page.  Pretty easy huh?  Oh, and anyone who buys a mini session automatically gets 2 entries!

Don't forget to share with your friends- if I get more than 15 entries I will be giving away a second set of cupcakes!

Good luck!  Contest runs from today until 11:59PM on April 9th (MY BIRTHDAY!)

I can't wait to hear from you!

Happy Birthday to Brink Street Photography! | Denver Stapleton Newborn Photographer

Another amazing year has FLOWN by for us (I just realized last week that it was our second birthday- holy smokes that went fast!) and we are celebrating by giving away some fun goodies for my fellow photographers and my amazing clients!

I am so very blessed to have had so much support and love, and the least I can do is give away a few things to help someone else grow their business.  The people growing into this industry are some of the most giving, wonderful people I know.

So here's how you can enter to win this little goody bundle (there are 3 ways, so 3 separate comments)

1. Go "like" the Brink Street Photography fan page.  Come back here and leave a comment letting us know you liked the page. (You don't have to be a new fan.  If you already like Brink Street, just leave a comment that you already like us!)

2. Share about the giveaway with your friends!  Leave a separate comment so we can count it! (You don't have to have a website either- FB will do!)

3. Tweet about the give away "I just entered to win a newborn goody bag @brinkstreet on www.brinkstreetphotography.com/blog" (You can follow us too @brinkstreet) and leave another comment!

YAY!  Are you excited?  I am!  And my dearest clients or to be clients, there are some great things coming your way too (Including a chance to win A mini session or some of the yummiest cupcakes in the WORLD)

You have until Saturday, April 2nd 11:59pm MST to enter, winner will be announced Sunday April 3rd.  Good luck everyone- thank you for helping me celebrate!

{Nicole, 35 weeks} | Denver Maternity Photographer

I've been looking forward to this session for a couple of months now.  Nicole contacted me in January about documenting the birth of their new baby, and I was blessed enough to be chosen for that special day.  One of the best things about birth photography is getting to know a family as they grow.  You get, for a few days, to capture their life. Being part of that is... probably the most special and honoring experience one could have.  I well up thinking about it.  I even got a little smooch on the cheek from that cutie down there in those pictures.  He made my day!

Is she not one of the most beautiful pregnant women ever?  This family is just beautiful all around.  It was a joy to spend time with them- we had a great time.  I had to go home and jam out to Fresh Beat Band with my kiddos!  Thank you so much R Family.

{Missy, 38 weeks} | Denver Maternity Photographer

I am always in awe of how amazing pregnant mom's look.  I know from experience that while you are in it, being inclined to feel sexy may not be the easiest thing in the world, but believe me, pregnancy is sexy!  You are full and curvy, your skin is glowing, heck, you are growing a person!  What better superpower is there?

I regret not getting maternity photos with my oldest.  The ONLY belly picture I have is of me in the hospital bed when I was about to have her.  I had gained 54lbs, had stretchmarks everywhere and felt generally yucky about myself.  I wish I could have seen myself from the outside.  Don't be afraid to get maternity photos.  You are stunning.

Can you believe what a perfect belly she has?  I get to shoot the prettiest mommies!  Her little guy is set to be born on Sunday.  He decided being breech was the way to go.  Little turkey!

Congratulations you guys!  I can't wait to meet your new addition!

Model Casting Call | Colorado and Texas Photographer

We are always excited to try new ideas- and this spring we have TONS of fun ideas!

Models for our casting call have their session fee waived ($150 value) but still receive all the services included in a regular session, including a welcome packet, a full session, and an in-home ordering session.

Fit the description of who we are looking for?  Know someone who does?  Please feel free to share this on your facebook or with your friends!  Any share is appreciated, and if you are a client you will be rewarded for your referral!

If you live in Texas and fit the description, we will be in your neck of the woods in June, so please don't hesitate to inquire!

What to Wear | Stapleton Family Photographer

I get asked a LOT for ideas for what to wear for a family session.  The one thing I have to emphatically insist is that you DO NOT match! COORDINATE!  Unless you dress the in the same outfits every day of the year, I don't want you to match in pictures.  I want to capture you, just kicked up a notch.  I'm a T-shirt and jeans kind of gal.  So for pictures, unless we are going dressier, I wear jeans.  But instead of just a day to day t-shirt, I go get a fancy (AKA nicer than a t-shirt but still cotton and comfy) shirt, rock out some jewelry, and toss on some boots instead of my day-to-day slip ons.

If you love skirts, wear that!  Dress your kids up in something that is THEM, not matching, but tying it all together.  Pick a common thread.  Love pink?  Have pink thread through your outfits.  Your girls in dresses with pink flowers, your boys with pink ties or suspenders.  You could wear a cream colored top, and a pink necklace and heels- your hubby with a pink tie or shirt. Speaking of ties and all things amazingly adorable.... go check out The Belle and The Beau ... painfully cute.

I wanted to include a few ideas of what I mean.  These are courtesy of Inspire Me Baby, but if you like ideas on what to wear, leave a comment and I will start putting together ideas every week.

I can't wait to see you as things get green!  Spring is a fantastic time to have family portraits.

Belly Part 2 | Denver Maternity Photographer

Remember Belly Part 1? Well we met up again to shoot on a warmer day to feature her gorgeous dancing and yoga.  I am so inspired by her grace.  I wanted to make her keep dancing and posing just to watch.  I am also inspired to get my rear into shape!  Thank you again Shannon- you are lovely and I can't wait to meet your little one.

Belly Part 1 | Englewood Maternity Photographer

I am probably one of the most blessed people in the world to get to meet such amazing, beautiful people.  Thank you so much for allowing me to capture this special season in your life.

We shot at Garden of the Gods in Colorado Springs.  It was kind of warm in the sun, and FREEZING in the shade- but we had a great time- and I think laughing sometimes help us forget how cold we are.

Isn't she a gorgeous?

{Grayson} | Denver Newborn Photographer

Remember this beautiful belly?  This is the sweet baby boy behind the belly!  This little angel had a busy day the day we shot him.  He flew in from Minnesota, drove for an hour in the car, and then did the session.  Even with all that stimulation he did AMAZING!  He let me know when he didn't like what I was doing- but as soon as he heard his Momma's voice all was well in his world.  I could have snuggled him ALL day.  Isn't he gorgeous??

Congratulations Brittany- he is so wonderful.

Ashley | Loveland Maternity Photographer

I have gotten the most gorgeous pregnant woman lately!  Pregnancy is gorgeous in and of itself- but ohmygoodness can I say JEALOUS?!?!  Perfect tummies, fabulous outfits...

I am so blessed to have such amazing women as friends.  She is going to have 3 boys (handsome ones at that!)- and I truly believe it takes a very special woman to have all boys. Thank you so much for coming out in the cold with your boys and playing with us!

Ashley... You are so beautiful- inside and out.  I can't wait to meet your sweet new baby boy.

Brittany | Denver Maternity Photographer

There is something amazingly special about capturing portraits of an old friend.  It had been 8 years since we had seen each other- and I think we both were a little nervous we wouldn't recognize one another.  We did though- and aside from slightly different hair styles neither had changed much (She's still as gorgeous as ever!!).  It was neat to be able to talk about how well people are doing who we both know and grew up with- and to so easily converse.  Brittany flew in from Minnesota for our session, and I am so very glad that she did!  We debated a couple of weekends, and this one couldn't have been a better one- for several reasons.

I had to put up this post tonight, because by tomorrow evening... Her belly will be gone and she will be holding her brand new baby boy in her arms.  Congratulations Brittany.  Here's to a beautiful, fast, problem free delivery- and to not letting 8 years pass between visits again!

Happy Birthday Amelia! | Denver Birth Photographer

I met Stacey by chance.  I was visiting a photography board, and there was a post from a photographer that needed a birth photographer.  I had only shot a couple of births previously- so the idea of shooting the birth of another photographer's baby was intimidating- but I sent her a message anyhow.  I figured that she would probably get lots of offers, but it didn't hurt to try!

Then she emailed.  Stacey was having a home birth.  I had never known anyone who had had a home birth.  More intimidation.  That sounded scary! I had had my first two babies in hospitals. But she told me about the light in their house.  And how beautiful it was to have her first at home, and it wasn't as scary to me anymore.  We decided to meet up- half hoping she would go into labor after we walked around.  I bring my camera everywhere.  Especially to places I know are pretty- like the Butterfly Pavilion.  And so I grabbed a few quick snaps of my daughter, her son, and her gorgeous belly.  I wish I had gotten more maternity style-- prettiest. belly. ever.

We emailed back and forth pretty much daily at that point- and I pretty much didn't sleep.  I kept checking my phone to make sure I didn't miss a text, call or email.  That was my worst fear- to sleep right through her birth!  I kept praying for daylight.  PLEASE let it be day.

A week passed- then I got an email.  "I'm contracting.  This might be it- I'll let you know".  Nervous butterflies.  I should be a midwife.  I love being at births.  Yes, there is a person in pain (been there, done that 3 times thankyouverymuch)- but it is a productive pain- a pain that brings the most amazing miracles into the world.  It's beautiful.  And amazing.  I love it.   Anyhow, I waited to hear from her again- I had an appointment with my midwife that morning, so I figured it would work out perfectly to go to the midwives office then head to see them.  When I talked to Stacey while I was at my appointment... I knew it was the real deal- she couldn't talk during contractions.

When I arrived Stacey looked gorgeous.  A woman in labor and stunning.  I was so jealous!  She had such a beautiful birth, and welcomed Amelia into the world at home.  In peace- with so much love.  It made me want to have home births.

Perfect, alert, spectacular.  And I was there to capture it. IN COLOR!  Not a lot of births get to be in color.  The lights are usually too dim- so our photos- while beautiful, are grainy and grain is beautiful in black and white!

I was extra lucky and got to shoot some newborns of her as well!  She was so awake and aware of where her mommy went the whole time I was there.  Did I mention Perfect?  She  was and is!  And that picture of Stacey holding her to her tummy?  A WEEK after she had her!  You'd never know that she was ever pregnant.

Then it was my turn to add to our family.  And Stacey was there to capture Teagan's birth.  The photos are gorgeous- and I am so thankful she was there!

We got together just before Christmas... And here's that little princess almost 4 months old.  Couldn't you gobble her up??? I just could melt over all those rolls. Teagan was about 2 weeks old.  They were such different sizes- such a special picture of the two of them together.

And now she's one.  Gorgeous, sweet, one.  I have been blessed to know you little miss Amelia!  Thank you Stacey for letting us be part of her first year.  She is a blessing as are you!

Mother's Day Special | Englewood Family Photographer, Denver Photographer

Mother's Day is approaching fast- have you thought about a gift to say "Thank You" yet?  For me, there couldn't be a better gift than jewelry and images of my children wrapped into one.  This year you could give (or be given!) just that.  On April 25th 2010 we will be holding mini family sessions- location to be officially announced.  I am so very excited that spring is coming- and by the time that April 25th rolls around we will have some gorgeous flowers and green grass, the trees will be blossoming, and the air will be warm.  Perfect for outdoor sessions with your beautiful family. These sessions fill up fast, so contact me soon to book a spot.  $75 is due upon booking, the remaining $75 is due the day of the session.  Email me at kim@brinkstreetphotography.com to set your session today!

Best of 2009 | Denver Portrait Photographer

First and foremost, I want to say THANK YOU to all of my clients who made my first year in business so absolutely wonderful.  You allow me to have the best job in the world, and I am thankful for each and every one of you.  Each of your sessions have enriched my life and I am blessed to know you.  I look forward to seeing everyone this year!

Choosing is never easy for me- I love so much each and every one of the images, and to pick my favorites took a lot longer than I expected.  These are the photos that speak most to me.

Now for the fun part! The photograph with the most votes by Midnight on Sunday, January 31st, wins a gorgeous 11x14" canvas gallery wrap of the winning image, as well as a $150 credit towards their next session!  So if your image is in this selection, spread the word!  Votes are monitored by I.P. address, so only 1 vote per household. The photo in second place will receive an 11x14" print ready to be framed.

There is also a fabulous goodie for all my voters as well! Just leave a comment here on the blog about what you look forward to seeing here most this year- be it more newborns, families, giveaways, specials- whatever your heart fancies and you will be entered to have your session fee waived ( a $150 value)!

Have fun everyone!

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Thank you | Denver Photographer

To all of my past an present clients, to those who I will meet in the future, thank you.  I am thankful for all of you.  You all allow me to have the very best job in the world; helping make memories for all of you.  Thank you for your business, your friendship, and most of all for trusting me with capturing you and your loved ones. I am so looking forward to the next year with all of you!  I wish I had more words in order to express my thanksgiving, but without getting emotional, that is about as far as I can get.

All shiny and new | Denver Portrait Photographer

It's a blog!  I am so excited to present to you the all new Brink Street Photography blog.  Here you will find sneak previews of recent sessions, new products, special events, and many many other fun and exciting things that we just couldn't present on the flash website!  It will be a continual work in progress, adding new features as Brink Street grows.  I hope that you continue to join us! So lets get started by introducing my family (my most captured "subjects"!)

This is me, Kim... and that little bump is our soon to arrive 3rd kiddo.  She will be here before we know it and can't wait to meet her.  I can assure you that you will see plenty of her here on the blog just as soon as she arrives.

I am blessed with the most amazing family in the whole world.  I have a best friend and husband all rolled into one- which is fantastic because we can talk for hours, be complete goofballs (something we are exceedingly good at), but we get to hold hands and snuggle too!  Doesn't get much better than that.  Plus he's really really good looking....

We take care of my lovely grandmother, a wonderful addition to our lives.  She is 86 and my kids are nuts about her.  She is a loving and gentle soul and we are so happy that we get to share this time of her life with her.

And then there are my babies...  God lent them to me for a little while, and I promised to enjoy them to the fullest!  My oldest daughter will be 4 in January, and my son will be 2 in January.  Yes, they will all have birthdays within 2 weeks of Christmas.  Go us for timing!  They are the most amazing kids- little balls of energy.  They are the truest photographer's children- simply meaning they see the camera and RUN!  You'd be amazed what we have to do to get their pictures.  I admit it, I'm not against a tiny bit of bribery.

And of course, we cannot forget our oldest, our sweet doggy daughter- the one who loves all of us with everything she has, tolerates the kids clambering on her, and gets WAY too many table scraps.

Now for the fun part!  Here's where you get to play along, and maybe even win a prize!

We have THREE prizes up for grabs!

Comment on this Blog: The first 25 people to post a comment will be entered into a random drawing to win a Starbucks giftcard... Mmmm Peppermint Mocha... (don't forget to leave your email address)

Become a Facebook Fan: The first 25 people to become fans of Brink Street Photography on Facebook will be entered into a random drawing to win a Starbucks giftcard.  Have you tried their "Perfect Oatmeal"?  It's pretty darn perfect.  Click HERE to become a fan.

Share Brink Street: If you think this blog and/or website is worth sharing, tell your friends!  The first 20 people in the greater Denver area to share the link www.brinkstreetphotography.com/blog on their Facebook or their own blog will be entered to win a gift card to either Tokyo Joes or Duffy Roll!  You get to choose.  If you haven't had either, you need to.

Have fun and thank you for helping get the word out!