As an LGBTQ+ inclusive photographer based in Colorado, my work goes far beyond showing up with a camera and taking a few photos. It’s about building trust, creating safety, and honoring each couple exactly as they are. Every love story is valid, and every couple deserves to be documented in a way that feels true, comfortable, and empowering. I take that responsibility seriously and have built my entire process around making sure the people in front of my lens feel respected, seen, and celebrated.
For LGBTQ+ couples in particular, that means creating a space where your love is not just accepted, but fully embraced and uplifted. LGBTQ+ weddings are often events where joy and intimacy meet resistance, but that shouldn’t be the case. Queer love has always existed, and it deserves to be captured with just as much care, attention, and joy as any other. I never take it lightly when couples choose to invite me into their world, especially knowing how often queer people have faced judgment, misgendering, or erasure in spaces that are meant to feel joyful.
From the very beginning, I’m intentional about language and respect. I ask for your pronouns, how you describe your relationship, and how you want to be represented. This isn’t a formality. It’s about creating a foundation of trust so you never have to shrink yourself or explain your existence. Whether you’re trans, nonbinary, queer, or anywhere along the LGBTQ+ spectrum, I want your session to feel like a celebration of your truth, not a performance for anyone else’s comfort.
So many traditional photography poses and approaches were built around cisgender, heterosexual norms, and honestly, they don’t fit all love stories. I don’t assign roles or assume dynamics. I don’t ask who’s “the bride” or “the groom,” and I never try to fit you into a mold that doesn’t feel like you. I let your connection lead, and I gently guide you in ways that reflect your real dynamic. Whether you’re bold and playful, soft and quiet, goofy, romantic, or something in between, that’s what I want to capture. LGBTQ+ photography should reflect the real energy between you, not outdated stereotypes.
Recently, I had the joy of photographing Lauren and Cassandra, an engaged couple who reached out to include their sweet dog, Nova, in a casual session that felt true to them. We chose a grass field as our backdrop and just let the moment unfold. Nova trotted along beside them as they laughed, ran together, twirled around, and loved on each other and their pup. There was no pressure to pose a certain way. It was easy, honest, and full of genuine connection. This photo session in Colorado was a perfect example of what happens when love leads.
After the session, Lauren shared something that stayed with me. She said she had an amazing experience, and it stood out to her because she’s worked with other photographers in the past who made her feel uncomfortable. Some struggled to pose her and Cassandra simply because they were a same-sex couple. They were repeatedly placed in heteronormative poses that didn’t reflect their relationship.
Photography should never make people feel like they have to edit themselves to be understood. And yet, I know so many queer couples who have had to do just that: adjusting how they interact, how they dress, even how they touch in front of the camera, just to avoid discomfort or judgment. That’s why I approach every session with openness and curiosity, not assumptions. I want my couples to know from the start that there’s nothing they need to tone down, hide, or explain. Queer couples deserve photography experiences rooted in trust of their photographer.
Cassandra also mentioned that shooting with me felt more like spending time with a friend than working with a stranger…and that’s the energy I always hope to bring! My goal is never just to get the shot, but to create a space where laughter flows easily, where you can be playful or tender without second guessing yourself, and where your love is witnessed without filter. We’re not just taking photos together. We’re making memories that feel like you. If you’re looking for an LGBTQ-friendly photographer, I’m here to create that experience.
Behind the camera, I am constantly learning, listening, and growing. I follow and support LGBTQ+ creators, activists, and educators because being an ally is an ongoing practice. I also make space for feedback and welcome corrections when I get something wrong. My goal is to always do better, not just for the people I photograph, but for the wider queer community I stand beside.
When it comes to editing, I believe in preserving authenticity. I do not edit bodies to conform to conventional beauty standards. This might mean avoiding angles that trigger dysphoria or being mindful of what you do or don’t want emphasized. I’m always open to conversation about how you want to be represented because your comfort matters more than anything.
I also understand that queer joy can feel radical. For many LGBTQ+ folks, especially those who have faced rejection or invisibility, having your love captured and celebrated can be deeply emotional. I honor that. I hold space for it. You deserve to be documented with tenderness and pride. You deserve to see your love reflected back to you with honesty and warmth. Authentic queer photography is an act of celebration, not performance.
This work is not just photography to me. It is activism. It is affirmation. It is care. It is about giving LGBTQ+ couples the experience of being fully seen without compromise or correction. So if you are looking for an inclusive photographer who will meet you with respect, affirm your identities without question, and photograph your love exactly as it is, I would be honored to be that person.
