Business Details
14 Years
experience
Denver Wedding Photographer for LGBTQ+ Couples
Jennie Crate is a Colorado-based wedding photographer dedicated to capturing authentic, emotionally rich moments for couples who prioritize connection and joy. With a focus on LGBTQ+ inclusivity, the business specializes in creating vibrant, storytelling imagery that reflects each couple's unique relationship. The team prioritizes client comfort through personalized planning support and a relaxed, collaborative approach during sessions. Their work emphasizes natural interactions over rigid posing, aiming to document genuine emotions and meaningful details. The business maintains a strong commitment to diversity, ensuring all couples feel celebrated and respected throughout the process.Services extend across Colorado and beyond, with flexible options for intimate elopements, micro-weddings, and traditional celebrations. The photographer's decade-plus experience and technical expertise ensure high-quality results while maintaining approachability. Client testimonials consistently highlight the team's ability to create stress-free environments that produce timeless, emotionally resonant photographs. The business actively shares educational resources about wedding planning through blog posts and downloadable guides. Every aspect of the service is designed to help couples preserve their most cherished memories in a way that feels authentic to their relationship.
Services
Wedding Photography
Elopement Photography
Engagement Sessions
LGBTQ+ Wedding Coverage
Micro Wedding Services
Details
- Year established: 2012
Highlights and features
- Specialize in LGBTQ+ weddings with lived experience and inclusive approach
- 10+ years capturing authentic, emotion-driven wedding photography
- Personalized planning support for stress-free celebrations
- Vibrant, true-color editing that preserves natural skin tones
- Flexible services for elopements, micro-weddings, and traditional events
What people say
Emotion, adventure, love, joy
Made us feel comfortable
Stunning, vibrant colors
Authentic human connections
Celebrated our identities
Services
Wedding Photography
Full-service wedding day documentation capturing ceremonies, portraits, and candid moments. Our approach combines photojournalistic storytelling with guided direction to ensure comprehensive coverage. Ideal for couples seeking timeless images that authentically represent their celebration while maintaining a relaxed atmosphere throughout the process.
Elopement Photography
Specialized documentation for small-scale celebrations focusing on genuine connection and natural environments. We create cinematic imagery in locations meaningful to couples while ensuring logistical ease. Perfect for adventurous couples prioritizing personal significance over traditional wedding structures while maintaining professional quality standards.
Engagement Sessions
Guided photography sessions capturing couples' unique relationships before their wedding day. These sessions build comfort with being photographed while creating shareable content for announcements or decor. Designed to develop rapport between photographer and couple, ensuring greater ease during the main event.
LGBTQ+ Wedding Coverage
Specialized support for queer weddings including vendor recommendations and gender-affirming approach. Our experience as LGBTQ+ professionals ensures culturally competent documentation that celebrates diverse relationships authentically. Services include navigating family dynamics and creating safe spaces for all expressions of love.
Micro Wedding Services
Tailored documentation for weddings with fewer than 50 guests focusing on intimate moments. We balance logistical efficiency with comprehensive coverage of key elements while maintaining emotional authenticity. Ideal for couples prioritizing meaningful connections over large-scale events without compromising professional quality.
People
Jennie Crate
Lead Photographer
Award-winning LGBTQ+ wedding photographer with 10+ years experience capturing authentic moments. Specializes in colorful, emotionally rich imagery while maintaining approachability. Actively contributes to queer wedding education through blog content and guides.
Candice
Associate Photographer
Experienced wedding photographer with decade-long expertise in creating comfortable environments. Focuses on capturing genuine connections while maintaining technical excellence. Part of LGBTQ+ community with personal understanding of inclusive documentation needs.
Catherine
Associate Photographer
Specialist in first-look moments and emotional storytelling with particular attention to family interactions. Brings Nordic folk dance background and travel experience to wedding documentation. Known for creating relaxed atmospheres during formal portrait sessions.
Questions
Do you specialize in LGBTQ+ weddings?
Yes, as a queer-owned business, we prioritize creating inclusive, affirming experiences for LGBTQ+ couples.
What areas do you serve?
We photograph weddings across Colorado and travel nationally for special events.
How do you handle awkward photo sessions?
Our approach focuses on natural interactions and fun prompts to create comfortable, authentic moments.
What's included in wedding packages?
Packages include full-day coverage, multiple photographers for larger events, and unlimited edited images.
Do you offer engagement sessions?
Yes, engagement sessions are included in most packages to build comfort before your wedding day.
