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Grab a cup of coffee, kick up your feet and take a peek at Shikai's latest news.  Whether it's a new shoot, an interesting tidbit of info, or new pics of my pups, you'll find it here!

Patrick + Carol {slideshow}

Garabed + Brenda {slideshow}

Blake + Christy {slideshow}

Dray {Class of 2011}

Meet Dray.  Class of 2011.

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Damien + Tashnia

Ah, Hawaii.  This is where Damien and Tashnia tied the knot.  Most of their family and friends {including me!} were unable to travel to Hawaii, so they had their reception once they came back to Gunnison.  It was a gorgeous day and beautiful reception – I had a blast shooting and being able to hang out with friends.  The best of both worlds.

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Joey + Erin {08.07.10}

Beautiful bride.  Handsome groom.  Amazing venue.   What more could I ask for?

Joey and Erin were married on the Denver University campus at Evans Chapel, and held their reception in the Tuscan ballroom at DU.  DU holds a special meaning for both of them – they went to school there, met while at school there, and Joey now works at DU.  This was the perfect spot for them to become wife + man-friend-forever {Erin’s term}.  This wedding held special meaning for me too.  I’ve known Erin since we were 15 and went to the same private {yikes!} school in Alabama.  I knew her before she could even drive… and now here she was this day, beginning a new life with Joey.  I was honored to be a part of their celebration.  Congrats, guys.

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Immediate post-ceremony reaction.  Priceless.Piccola0322Piccola0499Untitled-3Untitled-4Untitled-5Piccola0589Piccola0584

The photo booth at the reception was Ah. Maz. Ing.Piccola0673Piccola0817

Garo + Brenda {engaged}

I’m in love with this shoot.  I love the light.  I love the beautiful scenery.  I love the way Garo and Brenda love each other.  Phew… that’s a lot of love, peeps.

Garo, Brenda, and I met in Red Rock Canyon.  I convinced them that it was better than Garden of the Gods {which is hard to do}.  I’m so, so happy that they listened to their crazy photographer, because I could not love this shoot more.

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Then we were on to Old Colorado City…DomBourian0651

They were having dinner at Jake and Telly’s… oompa!Untitled-5

Brandon + Ro {married 06.26.10}

Brandon and Ro were married on a cool 100 degree afternoon in Pueblo.  Despite the withering heat, we had a blast.  By the time I left that night, I felt like part of their family.

This my favorite getting-ready photo of all time.

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The getaway car.  Coolest. Ever.Untitled-2Musso0409Musso0450

Sweet mural on the Pueblo Riverwalk.  Musso0551

Bam.  Look at those eyes.  Ro is gorgeous.Untitled-1Musso0612Musso0509

Cake topper  :) Musso0432

Old Town Carriage House on the Pueblo Riverwalk.  It was beautiful.  One of my favorite reception spots now.Untitled-3

Greg + Becky {06.13.10}

“My whole heart for my whole life…”

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Greg + Becky {rehearsal dinner}

This is the night I knew I was in love with Greg and Becky’s love.  It’s quiet, it’s humble, it’s never~ending.  I was in tears several times during their rehearsal dinner – I knew I was in trouble at their wedding the next day.  Not only are Greg and Becky filled with love, but their families are exploding with it.  I have never in my life felt so much love in one room.  It was a truly amazing experience.  I hope you can feel it through their photos as much as I could feel it that night.  And just wait until you see their wedding photos. Untitled-1PetersR0097Untitled-3PetersR0173PetersR0322PetersR0047

The parents and bridal party gift~giving was so emotional. Untitled-2PetersR0382

Greg and Becky watching the slideshow that Greg’s father put together for them.  It was amazing.Untitled-4PetersR0429