WEDDING PHOTOS THAT Look & Feel Like you

DOCUMENTARY DENVER WEDDING PHOTOGRAPHER

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PHOTOS BURSTING WITH Life

COLORADO & DENVER WEDDING PHOTOGRAPHY

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A young BIPOC groom holds a jacket over his shirt in the trees for his documentary wedding photos at The Oaks at Plum Creek Country Club, a Wedding Venue in Castle Rock, Colorado.
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GET READY TO RELIVE & Revel In

The Deep belly laughs, warm hugs, spontaneous kisses, and funky dance moves.

Hey there! I’m delighted to get to know you and the partner you’ve chosen to do life with, and I can’t wait to start capturing this season with care.

Catherine Norwood Photo specializes in documentary wedding photography.

This looks like:

  • Creating a safe, fun space, getting to know you

  • Collaborating alongside you two, supporting you two and your ideas

  • Working together beforehand and working through any camera nerves.

  • Bringing out my type A side in a few logistical meetings so that you can show up relaxed and present on your wedding day. 

  • Documenting your most authentic selves day of, and combining art direction with a blending-into-the-background documentary storytelling approach.

I’m excited for you to relish in palpably loving, silly, and genuine photos of you and yours.

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FULLY CELEBRATED, WELCOMED & captured. 

Here’s to you two, your traditions, and your love.

Welcome to a homey, comfy environment where your wedding vendors can’t wait to help throw the biggest party for you two. Catherine Nowrood Photo proudly celebrates and welcomes all bodies, cultures, love, race, and identities. From start to finish this wedding season, I’m here to prioritize you two. You have one day to gather your favorite people as you cheer to your love—let’s capture it fully, in a way that feels like you.

COLORADO WEDDING PHOTOGRAPHY Process

  • 1. LET'S MEET

    Reach out, and we'll find the perfect time to discuss wedding photography over your favorite beverage on me - virtual or in person in the Denver area.

  • 2. PREPARING FOR ALL THINGS WEDDING DAY

    Once your contract is signed, we'll set up a few times to talk over the phone. During these talks, we'll discuss details from your wedding questionnaire, including your family photo list, timeline, and more.

  • 3. ENGAGEMENT SESSION - GETTING COMFORTABLE

    Every couple who books 6+ hours of wedding photography get’s half off any portrait session. During the session, we'll get to know each other, and practice being in front of a camera. I’m excited to capture some photos of you in a place that’s special to you both.

  • 4. CELEBRATE

    I'll be in your corner all wedding day, documenting your love story, including big and small moments, candid snapshots, and posed portraits.

  • 5. ENJOY

    Dive back into the joy of your wedding day as you peruse your final wedding gallery. I hand-edit each photo (brightness and color). In addition, I retouch 5% of photos (day of blemishes and exit signs). With retouching, I keep things looking natural.

    I’ll deliver all photos within 8-12 weeks via a user-friendly online gallery.

Your answers to “What do wedding photographers charge for a Denver wedding vs a mountain wedding?” and “How long should I hire a wedding photographer?”

DENVER WEDDING PHOTOGRAPHY Packages

If you don’t need photos of your epic dance party or time getting ready with family or friends, I’d recommend starting with seven hours. If you want sweet, candid moments with those closest to you at the beginning of the day, all the photos of your people laughing and dancing at your dance party, a.k.a the whole documentary photo experience, I recommend the all-day package. I’m excited to connect and help you find the perfect wedding photography package. When we hop on the phone to talk about your wedding day dreams, I’ll give you a rough draft timeline so you can get an idea of how many hours of photography make sense for you!

  • 7 Hours of Photography

    1 Lead Photographer - Catherine Norwood - with 10+ Years of Experience

    1 Second Photographer - For 4 Hours

    60 Minute Complimentary Denver Engagement Session

    3 Consultation Calls

    Pre-Wedding Email Support

    Up to 120 Miles of Wedding Day Travel

  • 10 Hours of Photography

    1 Lead Photographer - Catherine Norwood - with 10+ Years of Experience

    1 Second Photographer - For 5 Hours

    90-Minute Complimentary Denver Engagement Session

    3 Consultation Calls

    Pre-Wedding Email Support

    Up to 120 Miles of Wedding Day Travel

    Venue Scouting

  • 12-14 Hours of Photography

    1 Lead Photographer - Catherine Norwood - with 10+ Years of Experience

    1 Second Photographer - 6 hours

    90-Minute Complimentary Denver Engagement Session

    3 Consultation Calls

    Pre-Wedding Email Support

    Up to 120 Miles of Wedding Day Travel

    Day of Venue Scouting

  • Mountain Engagement Session (the rest is complimentary with any 6+ hour package) - $200

    Boudoir (couple or solo) Session - $750

    Rehearsal Dinner Coverage - $1000

    Albums - $500

    Mountain Travel for more than 90 minutes beyond Denver - Inquire for a custom travel quote

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A Roll of Film Photography on Me for Your 2026 Wedding

For all 2025 and 2026 Colorado weddings, I’ll take 20-30 photos of your day on a film camera so that you can enjoy some extra nostalgic wedding day feels.

PRAISE FOR CATHERINE’S DENVER Wedding Photography

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    Hannah & Kyle

    We are so grateful for Catherine. We were initially drawn to her work because she captures moments in such an authentic style. The photos she delivered were natural, emotional, and reflective of who we are as people. She’s instantly at ease in any environment and calms those around her. We loved the way she chatted through pose options with humor and grace- she let us feel like we were in our own space and left us to experience the magic of the day.

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HERE’S TO MORE CAKE TASTINGS,
Less Worries

RESERVE YOUR DENVER WEDDING DATE

These weekends fill up fast. Secure your date; reach out below. Upon inquiry, I'll hold your date for two weeks.

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FOR THOSE PLANNING A DENVER WEDDING

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    Denver Wedding Venue Guide

    From the industrial charm of Moss Denver to the vibrant atmosphere of Space Annex, find the perfect location for your big day. Prefer a picturesque outdoor setting? Explore the stunning Denver Botanic Gardens or the elegant Cheesman Park Pavilion and more.

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    When should I get married in Colorado?

    No matter when you get married in Colorado, stunning wedding photos are always possible, and inclement weather is always possible. The key is embracing the season's beauty, embracing whatever weather comes your way, choosing a date that reflects your foliage ideals.

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    How to Feel Comfortable In Front of the Camera

    Feeling a bit anxious about being in front of the camera? You’re not alone. Almost all of my couples experience jitters when they think about posing for wedding photos. Whether it’s uncertainty about how to stand, where to look, or just the idea of being the center of attention, these feelings can sometimes overshadow the joy of your big day.

DENVER WEDDING PHOTO FAQS

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  • I photograph weddings and elopements in Denver, Colorado, and beyond. Wedding photography includes planning support, local engagement sessions, a second photographer, and planning check-ins. Colorado elopement photography includes planning support, photography insurance, check-ins, and a roll of film. As a Denver wedding photographer, I specialize in inclusive, documentary-style photography that celebrates all love stories with compassion, celebration, artistry, and realness. CNP is based in Denver, Colorado, and travels internationally and nationally for weddings.

  • You’ll receive about 75 -100 thoughtfully edited images per hour of coverage. Each gallery is curated to reflect your story.

  • The balance between candid and posed photos depends on the session duration. For weddings, you can choose to go with a full documentary without posed photos or take 90 minutes of family photos. Typically, couples choose to do about 75 minutes of posed pictures during a 6-8 hour wedding day. During the non-portrait times of your wedding day, it will be a 1:5 ratio for posed to non-posed photo ratios.

  • You can expect your carefully edited wedding photos within 90–120 days and your preview gallery in 2–3 weeks.

  • Do you travel?

    Yes! As a  Denver Wedding Photographer, I also regularly travel throughout Colorado and beyond for weddings. All Colorado wedding packages include up to 3 hours of round-trip travel from Denver, Colorado. Travel beyond that is quoted based on distance and session length. I frequently photograph weddings in Boulder, Golden, Morrison, Evergreen, Breckenridge, Rocky Mountain National Park, and more. 

  • Absolutely, and always. As an LGBTQ+ owned Denver wedding photographer, I’m honored to document all couples, religions, and love stories (as long as the parties are loving and inclusive of others). My process is inclusive, affirming, and designed to meet you where you are with care and respect.

  • Yes, And . . . I offer suggestions for Colorado and Denver wedding portrait locations, and will also create a rough draft timeline during our first meeting. While we will continue to meet about your wedding logistics several times prior to your wedding, I highly recommend working with a wedding planner for full-scale planning. Some of my favorite planners include LP Creatives, Rita Rose Creative Event Design and Dancing Queens Denver.

  • Yes. You can order albums and high-quality prints directly from your gallery. I’m happy to help design albums if you’d like something custom.

  • My editing style is timeless, colorful,and true-to-color with a clean, natural finish. As a Denver documentary wedding photographer, I focus on candid storytelling and genuine emotion, delivered artfully and honestly.

  • A nonrefundable retainer is required to secure your wedding date. The rest of your balance is split into 2-3 payments prior to your wedding. Your contract will outline rescheduling and cancellation policies in full.

  • Yes. As a Denver wedding photographer, I run a fully registered business with liability insurance. I’m happy to provide a COI for your venue or planner.

  • Because Colorado and Denver weddings occur at a high elevation and are often outdoors, in the wilderness, and/or near wildlife and plants, clients are responsible for their own and their guests' safety and well-being. For weddings, I highly suggest event insurance and working with a Colorado wedding planner for peace of mind. I also follow Leave No Trace rules for all Denver and Colorado weddings because we all love preserving and taking care of our lands and nature.

  • Yes! As a Denver wedding photographer, I provide complimentary Denver engagement sessions to work together before your wedding day. In addition, I’d love to meet in person for coffee. If you’re not in Denver, we can still meet for virtual coffee and chats :)

  • While I do not deliver RAW photos, I do deliver my photos in a timeless manner, so they feel natural for years to come. Your wedding photo gallery will include fully edited, high-resolution JPEGs that reflect my professional and artistic standards. RAWs are not available.

  • Standard edits are included. More detailed retouching (like blemish or object removal) is available at $50/photo. I do not offer body modification edits and believe in affirming all bodies as they are. As a Denver documentary wedding photographer, I believe in capturing life as it unfolds, and as it is, in an artistic and celebratory way. 

  • Yes, I will most likely use your images in my wedding photography portfolio, on my blog and on social media. I’m always happy to keep things untagged or private upon request.

  • Wedding days perfectly encapsulate you, your love, and all your favorite people. I love designing albums so my couples can cherish their favorite day forever in a super tangible way.

    • Wedding albums start at $700

    • Family wedding albums start at $500.

    Receive $100 off/album when purchased upfront with your wedding photography.

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MEET CATHERINE, A Denver wedding photographer

With 10+ years of experience, extensive study of the craft, and hundreds of events under my belt, I have cultivated a distinct yet timeless style that caters to clients’ stories. I combine photojournalism's storytelling with the beauty of editorial photography to create photos you’ll enjoy forever. 

CNP is known for its photography and joyful, encouraging, and inclusive presence, making its clients feel at ease in and out of photoshoots.

PSST, Hey You.

Here’s your “Congrats on making it to the end of the page” bonus.

Book within one week of our first meeting, and receive an extra 15 minutes of wedding photography for free.

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Your wedding will be extraordinary.

LET’S CAPTURE All OF IT.