Bottle It Up Photography Blog

Remember Summer?

Christy — Thu, 21 Feb 2013 03:15:27 +0000

I am seriously hating this winter. It started snowing again today, just when I thought it might start to warm up for the weekend. I forgot how long it takes for the winter to ebb and the weather to be warm enough to go for a walk and snap pictures to my heart’s content. I am so ready for summer it’s not even funny. My poor camera has been stashed away in the closet, only coming out to take occasional baking pictures for my food blog. In order to get out of this winter-hating funk, here are some pictures from much warmer times to remind me of what wonderful summer months are soon to come.

Treehouse Productions Spring Collection

Christy — Sun, 22 Jul 2012 17:58:27 +0000

Two weeks ago I had the pleasure of shooting lookbook shots for Treehouse Productions’ spring T-shirt line. They are a local Colorado company based out of Fort Collins and have even expanded down to my home state of Texas. If you love their designs as much as I do and want to get some THP merchandise of your own, check out their website: weneedthp.com

Yodelayheehoo!

Christy — Sat, 17 Mar 2012 06:09:45 +0000

Skiing for the first time after 3 years is not the easiest thing in the world, especially when surrounded by kids half your age with mad skills who make you look like a complete spaz. Thankfully, the weather was absolutely gorgeous and I could enjoy myself simply by photographing the beautiful mountain scenery. What spectacular views!

Canyon Loop Trail

Christy — Mon, 05 Mar 2012 00:41:19 +0000

Since the weather forecast on my phone said today was supposed to be in the 60s, I dragged Darren out of bed and we set off on our first hike of 2012. Apparently just because it’s warm outside doesn’t mean that there isn’t plenty of snow, ice, and mud to continuously dodge around for 3 miles. Even though Darren was dying by the end, we made it to the end of the loop and got to see some great views of Boulder. Take a look at some of my favorite photos from the day!

My First Maternity Shoot

Christy — Sat, 31 Dec 2011 02:36:08 +0000

My cousin Kelli asked me to do a maternity session with her and her husband since she is just about to have her baby girl, Sophia! The winter light was really beautiful, and I think it added a great atmosphere to the shots. Kelli also thought ahead and brought some cute props to use. I love the red ribbon that she used to define her baby bump!

South Boulder Creek Trail

Christy — Fri, 21 Oct 2011 04:02:00 +0000

With the weather getting colder week by week, today was perfect for taking advantage of one of the last 70+ degree days by going on a hike.

Old Friends in a New City

Christy — Sun, 24 Jul 2011 06:48:48 +0000

Don’t you just love the friends you can go forever without seeing, but once you get together, it’s like no time has passed at all? That’s how it is with Sara. For the last four years, we have only seen each other off and on about once a year. She went to college in California, and I stayed in Texas. But now, as luck would have it, we are both in Denver! It’s amazing to have such a good friend living just 15 minutes away in a completely new city. We are both nature freaks and love anything involving the outdoors, so of course we had to check out the Denver Botanical Gardens! I’m sure this is the first of many visits to this beautiful place, especially since Sara is amazing and got me a guest pass.

Bottle It Up Photography…Now in Colorado!

Christy — Sun, 10 Jul 2011 06:36:04 +0000

Well, I’ve done it. I packed up my car, drove 1,032 miles, and moved into my aunt and uncle’s house in Denver. I’ve been here almost two weeks, and I can honestly say this is the biggest and most exciting change of my life. I have tons of amazing family and friends here to support me, and it really makes it feel like home. I am so very lucky to have these people in my life right now.

In more picture post-related news, I went on a hike and this time did not get lost for hours, though it did take us quite a while to actually find the entrance for the hike. Oh, and there was a weird guy who said waterfalls could be found down the trail when clearly there was no water to be found. lol. The view was pretty fantastic for such a short hike. The terrain of Colorado is just gorgeous, and I am so excited to photograph something new every day!

Blueberry Picking

Christy — Tue, 21 Jun 2011 19:58:04 +0000

Summertime = berry time, and here in East Texas, we like to sweat while picking our berries during the early morning hours. Blueberry picking is something I like to try to do every summer, and since this may be the last one I spend in TX, I got myself out of bed at 7:30 AM to do it. Sadly, the berry picking was not as good as it has been in the past. But my mom and I were not to be discouraged and ingeniously inserted ourselves into the middle of some of the bushes and found good berries there. I came out with random bark and leaf bits stuck all over me, and my mom had to wash her hands twice to get all the nature off of them. Now that’s dedication.

Megan & Paul’s Engagement Shoot

Christy — Tue, 14 Jun 2011 16:00:43 +0000

I have known Megan and Paul since the beginning of high school, and believe it or not, they have been together even longer than that. We’re talking middle school sweethearts, people! So adorable. I was beyond happy that Megan asked me to take some engagement pictures for them.

We headed into downtown Houston early in the morning to escape the horrendous heat, and Paul, who will be going to medical school there, acted as our tour guide. I am so clueless about downtown Houston it’s embarrassing. We went to two different parks and had to call it quits once the heat got too intense. Oh, Texas, why are your summers so picture unfriendly? But before we could get back in the comfort of the car’s AC, Paul was adamant about getting a “key to my heart” picture. lol. I’m glad he was because it’s really cute. I cannot wait for their wedding next summer!