How to Prepare for a Hiking Photo Session in Glacier National Park
When the Birrd family reached out to me to schedule a session at Avalanche Lake I was STOKED! Any session involving a hike in Glacier National Park is one I want to do. The best part about this adventure session was that this family dressed so beautifully and there were 11 of them, so we go to do so many amazing photos from the whole family, to senior photos, to romantic couples photos.
When doing any photo session in Glacier, it's important to prepare! Here are some things that I required this family bring to their session:
1. Bear spray
2. Lots of water
3. Snacks
4. Change of clothes
5. A comb and extra makeup (the walk up is sweaty)
6. A good attitude!
After our hike to the top, we took a break, ate, and got ready! From there, we took the needed "grandma photo" (whole groups, everyone looking at the camera). Then we moved on to my favorite images, where everyone got a change to take any photo or pose they wanted! I love to guide everyone to have photos taken that are true to their own personality. We did a small family session, a fun portrait moment for all the teenaged girls, and romantic couples photos in and out of the water.
Fall Family Photo Session in Glacier National Park
The fall season at Glacier National Park is a picture-perfect backdrop for family photo sessions. The vibrant colors of the changing leaves and stunning scenery provide a beautiful setting for capturing your family's memories.
Stunning Glacier National Park Fall Elopement
Luke + Sarah traveled all the way from Tennessee to celebrate their elopement in an intimate way. I had the honor of photographing them during the stunning fall color of Glacier National Park in the fall! We started our journey at their can at Stay Tree Tops in Corum, Montana. It's the perfect spot for a romantic getaway close to the many activities in Glacier!
Wildflower Senior Photos in Glacier National Park
This summer session in Glacier National Park turned into a fun and whimsical sister-senior session and we had so much fun giggling, frolicking, and picking wildflowers (we are outside of the park, if you are in Glacier please DO NOT pick wildflowers)!
These girls had no idea what they were walking into when we started our session, and once I mentioned the flowers, they immediately opened up and were natural in front of the camera! The weather was perfect, and I cannot wait for more flowers to come out this spring!
A Fun Couples Session in Glacier National Park
I had the pleasure of photographing the sweetest couple during a romantic photo session in Glacier National Park along the Going-to-the-Sun Road. It was the perfect August day, with the sun shining and the mountains towering in the distance.
A Casual Family Photo Session in Glacier National Park
Your photos can be as casual or dressed up as you want them to be! Professional family photography has no limits and to show your family as they truely are is always a good thing. It’s hard to dress up when you’re on vacation that’s mostly hiking and other outdoor activities. This family dressed as they would any other day and had fun just as they would in their own living room. They also had wonderful photos for their holiday cards later that year!
Surprise Proposals - How They Work + a Perfect Example!
To successfully capture the essence of a surprise proposal, I've learned that going with the flow is essential. While having a plan and precise instructions is crucial, it's equally important to embrace the unpredictability of the moment. There is a certain magic in capturing those candid, unposed shots that truly reflect the raw emotions of that fleeting instant.
Owensby Family Maternity
Snowy sessions, with all the white around, call for bold colors. I edit my images with the goal of bold color as well, so when Theresa and I decided about what to wear, I knew red of was the color this session needed.
Velvet is one of my favorite fabrics for winter as well! It photographs well in general, but in the snow it just hits different. What velvet color do you imagine yourself wearing in the snow?
Maternity Session in Glacier National Park
Ashleigh is a beautiful mama that modeled this stunning and versatile dress that I actually own for my client closet! That's right - you can wear this dress for FREE to your session, pregnant or not! Glacier National Park is also a huge go-to for the Kalispell, Whitefish, and general Flathead area. The best thing about this location is that it's open year-round, and super easy to access, even in the winter!