The 10 Best Denver Family Photographers

During the process of selecting the 11 best Denver family photographers, we at Peerspace set a few simple goals for ourselves. First, we wanted to find photographers skilled in a wide variety of styles, from traditional to experimental. We considered storytelling photographers to be photographers whose family photos are classic-looking family heirlooms. Second, we looked for photographers with an impeccable reputation for delivering exactly what their clients are after.

Lastly, we sought out creatives who brought something unique to the work they did and exhibited something special — some spark that really set their work apart from the work of others. We believe we accomplished all of those goals with this list. Each of these photographers shoot with character, as well as a distinct style and process for creating works of art. All of them are — without a doubt — among the most noteworthy Denver family photographers.

Julie Livermore takes traditional and lifestyle family photos. She alternately shoots carefully composed, classically posed family shots, as well as organic storytelling shots that reveal you and your family in your element. She’s a real chaser of light, as many Denver photographers are. After all, you can chase the light here forever and never grow weary. Who could tire of gorgeous sunsets over glassy mountain lakes?

Her photos are dynamic and artful, brimming with authentic expressions and capturing the connections that make your family special. She’s a photographer of the sweetness between siblings, of the restrained exuberance of fathers and sons, of the protective instincts and the pride of mothers. In fact, she captures all the emotions and relationships that make your family unit so unique and lively.

We love her subdued black-and-white photos, her gorgeous photos at the golden hour, and her highly textured photos against natural landscapes. The grass, shrubs, and wildflowers of the surrounding wilderness are photographed lovingly, as if they’re simply additional members of the family.

Brittany Wassmer of Sweet August Studios is a thoughtful family and infant photographer. In studio and on location, she takes classical, artfully composed shots that you’ll be proud to display as works of art. We appreciate her willingness to experiment and incorporate conceptual elements, such as the sharp juxtaposition of color, outfit, and landscape to create striking, almost dream-like images.

Moreover, Brittany stands apart as an in-studio newborn photographer. She takes minimalist yet highly artistic photos that simply let you and your baby be the star of the show. She does not rely on overly precious props and stagecraft that are all the rage in infant photography these days. We also appreciate the attention she pays to faces, capturing every layer of nuance there.

Stephanie Martychenko of Sweet Green Photography is a highly skilled family photographer with an excellent reputation among her clients. She takes classically composed fine-art shots, timeless poses, tight frames, and precise focus. When using soft light and shallow shadows, as well as natural-looking colors, her work is ethereal.

She’s an artist able to use great restraint in her work. Therefore, her photos end up capturing such a striking sense of motion and play — whether she’s photographing you and the kiddies, or the kiddies and the puppers playing out in the yard with the water hose. These are photos meant to be framed and seen every day. She’s also an excellent photographer of faces — especially that of infants, children, and pets.