Business Details
Portrait Photography in Aspen, Colorado
Founded by Jennie Contreras, our photography studio specializes in capturing life's most meaningful moments through natural light and on-location portrait sessions. With decades of experience photographing families, weddings, and newborns, we prioritize personalized sessions tailored to each client's unique story. Our expertise extends to Aspen's iconic landscapes, where we artfully document the region's natural beauty.Clients receive online proofing galleries and archival-quality images designed to preserve memories for generations. Our approach combines creative vision with practical guidance on wardrobe coordination, location selection, and session timing to ensure authentic, timeless results.
Services
Portrait Photography
Wedding Photography
Newborn Sessions
Family Portraits
Aspen Tree Photography
Highlights and features
- We offer 25+ years of experience in natural light photography
- Personalized sessions tailored to family dynamics and milestones
- Unique expertise in capturing Aspen's scenic landscapes
- Online proofing galleries with flexible archiving options
- Professional guidance on wardrobe coordination and session timing
What people say
Authentic natural light
Personalized session approach
Stunning scenic backdrops
Timeless family portraits
Professional expertise
Services
Portrait Photography
Our natural light portrait sessions capture authentic moments in Aspen's scenic settings. Clients receive expert guidance on wardrobe coordination, location selection, and timing to ensure timeless images that reflect personal stories and family dynamics across multiple generations.
Wedding Photography
Comprehensive wedding documentation from proposals through ceremony and reception. We specialize in candid storytelling combined with posed portraits, utilizing Aspen's mountain vistas as a dramatic backdrop. All packages include online galleries and print-ready digital files for lasting preservation of your special day.
Newborn Sessions
Gentle, safety-focused newborn photography within the first two weeks of life. Sessions include milestone props and family portraits, with expert advice on optimal timing to capture sleepy poses and avoid common skin issues. Images are archived for long-term preservation of these fleeting early moments.
Family Portraits
Customized family photography sessions accommodating multiple generations and varying ages. We coordinate timing around children's schedules and provide wardrobe consultation to create cohesive, natural-looking compositions that showcase family bonds against Aspen's picturesque landscapes.
Aspen Tree Photography
Specialized tree photography capturing Aspen's iconic quaking aspens through seasonal changes. These fine art prints bring the outdoors inside with unique compositions that highlight textural details and natural patterns, serving as conversation pieces for residential and commercial spaces.
People
Jennie Contreras
Owner & Photographer
Professional photographer with 25+ years experience in Aspen. Specializes in natural light portraiture and landscape photography. Moved to Aspen in 1997, bringing a unique artistic perspective shaped by three decades of documenting mountain life and family milestones.
Questions
What photography styles do you specialize in?
We focus on natural light portraiture and scenic landscape photography, emphasizing authentic moments over posed shots.
Do you photograph events outside Aspen?
While based in Aspen, we travel for destination weddings and special assignments upon request.
What's your newborn photography policy?
We recommend sessions within the baby's first two weeks for optimal sleepy poses and skin condition.
How long do portrait sessions last?
Sessions typically run 1-2 hours depending on family size and number of outfit changes.
Do you provide print rights?
All purchased images include print release rights for personal use.
How are images delivered?
Online galleries with downloadable high-resolution files are provided within two weeks of your session.
