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When you think of fall as a child, what do you think of? For me, growing up in Maine has made me appreciate the beauty that can be found in autumn just before winter sets in. Colorado’s bright yellows and changing colors during this season takes me back to my childhood growing up in New England. That’s why I get so excited to have fall minis with so many special families who love taking pictures this enchanting time of year. We took these morning fall mini sessions at Sandstone Ranch, a gem right here in Longmont, Colorado.
Morning Fall Mini Sessions at Sandstone Ranch in Longmont, CO
People who know me well know that I’m not a morning person—like at all. I never have been. However, since having kids, I have had to adjust my schedule around them. This includes getting up earlier than I’d ideally like. I find though that when I’m able to get up even just a little bit ahead of them, it’s worth it because I have some time just for me before starting the day with them.
This session was unique simply because these photos were all captured in the morning. Instead of taking these photos at the typical time in the afternoon or evening to catch the lighting before sunset, we did these in the golden hours soon after sunrise.
Early Morning Mini Sessions
I offer this morning option because some kids don’t do well just waking up from a nap or having their picture taken close to dinner or bedtime. I always try to be considerate of those families who have kids that do much better earlier in the day. The ultimate goal is to have the best possible outcome for littles as possible. The golden morning light at Sandstone Ranch is particularly stunning. I even prefer to shoot there in the morning over the afternoon.
Thank you to those who came out for this early morning session! All the children did a great job getting their photos taken, and it was fun to include some family pets in the pictures as well. I’d do anything for my clients, yes—even get up early!
![sweet couple pose for fall mini session in Northern CO](https://catherinechamberlain.com/wp-content/uploads/sites/7364/2022/11/2022-11-01_0004.jpg)
![Catherine Chamberlain Photography captures Dad and son snuggling cheek to cheek](https://catherinechamberlain.com/wp-content/uploads/sites/7364/2022/11/2022-11-01_0003.jpg)
![beautiful mom kisses her son at Sandstone Ranch in the fall](https://catherinechamberlain.com/wp-content/uploads/sites/7364/2022/11/2022-11-01_0001.jpg)
![husband kisses his wife's forehead and hugs her around the waist](https://catherinechamberlain.com/wp-content/uploads/sites/7364/2022/11/2022-11-01_0007.jpg)
![dad and son snuggle with foreheads together and big smiles](https://catherinechamberlain.com/wp-content/uploads/sites/7364/2022/11/2022-11-01_0005.jpg)
![mother looks gleefully at smiling son during fall minis](https://catherinechamberlain.com/wp-content/uploads/sites/7364/2022/11/2022-11-01_0006.jpg)
![Family of five fall mini session](https://catherinechamberlain.com/wp-content/uploads/sites/7364/2022/11/2022-11-01_0013-scaled.jpg)
![family poses in front of a little pond and golden trees at Sandstone Ranch](https://catherinechamberlain.com/wp-content/uploads/sites/7364/2022/11/2022-11-01_0012.jpg)
![Longmont fall mini session with couple in front of a pond](https://catherinechamberlain.com/wp-content/uploads/sites/7364/2022/11/2022-11-01_0014.jpg)
![Longmont photo session with sister posing with her hands on her hips and a smile on her face](https://catherinechamberlain.com/wp-content/uploads/sites/7364/2022/11/2022-11-01_0011.jpg)
![Morning fall mini session with family of six and their dog](https://catherinechamberlain.com/wp-content/uploads/sites/7364/2022/11/2022-11-01_0019-scaled.jpg)
![Northern CO photographer captures sis with her hands on her hips](https://catherinechamberlain.com/wp-content/uploads/sites/7364/2022/11/2022-11-01_0018.jpg)
![Mom squatting down hugged by four children](https://catherinechamberlain.com/wp-content/uploads/sites/7364/2022/11/2022-11-01_0015.jpg)
![Sibling pose with four kids](https://catherinechamberlain.com/wp-content/uploads/sites/7364/2022/11/2022-11-01_0016.jpg)
![couple poses in northern Colorado holding each other touching foreheads](https://catherinechamberlain.com/wp-content/uploads/sites/7364/2022/11/2022-11-01_0017.jpg)
![family of four sit on the ground to pose with their dog for Catherine Chamberlain Photography](https://catherinechamberlain.com/wp-content/uploads/sites/7364/2022/11/2022-11-01_0010.jpg)
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![Longmont CO mom hugging son and daughter on her knees](https://catherinechamberlain.com/wp-content/uploads/sites/7364/2022/11/2022-11-01_0020.jpg)
![Fall mini session son with his hands in his pants pockets](https://catherinechamberlain.com/wp-content/uploads/sites/7364/2022/11/2022-11-01_0022.jpg)
![Sandstone Ranch siblings hugging](https://catherinechamberlain.com/wp-content/uploads/sites/7364/2022/11/2022-11-01_0021.jpg)
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