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Newborn Photography

Luxury Newborn Photography in Berthoud & Longmont – Creating Timeless Heirlooms

Introduction The first days with your newborn are filled with wonder, love, and the tiniest details you never want to forget. For families in Berthoud and Longmont, I offer a luxury newborn photography experience that goes beyond simple snapshots — creating images that become part of your family’s story for generations. What Sets Luxury Newborn […]

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Family Photography

Why Now Is the Best Time to Book Your Colorado Fall Family Photos (Holiday Cards + Kids Grow Up So Fast)

Fall is the most popular season for family photos in Colorado—and for great reason. The light is warm, the weather is comfortable, and your images often arrive just in time for holiday cards and heartfelt gifts. Even though most sessions happen in October, now is the best time to book before my schedule fills up. […]

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Family Photography

Fall Mini Sessions Boulder & Longmont 2025: Quick, Beautiful Memories for Your Family

Fall in Colorado means mini session time! Golden leaves, crisp air, and the perfect light for photos. If you’ve been thinking about updating your family photos, now’s the time! I’m thrilled to announce that my Fall Mini Sessions are back, and they’re designed for busy families, couples, and even pet owners who want stunning images […]

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Family Photography

Best Fall Family Photo Locations in Northern Colorado

Fall in Love with Fall: 5 Gorgeous Family Photo Locations in Northern Colorado Fall in Northern Colorado is magical. The golden leaves, crisp air, blue skies, and mountain backdrops make it one of the most beautiful times of year for family photos. Whether you’re in Boulder, Longmont, Loveland, Fort Collins, or Berthoud, there are many […]

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Seniors

Best Places for Senior Photos in Lyons, Longmont, and Northern Colorado

Celebrate Your Senior Year with Photos That Feel Like You Senior year only happens once — and your photos should feel authentic, fun, and true to who you are. Choosing the right location makes all the difference. As a senior photographer based in Northern Colorado, I’ve spent nearly 20 years photographing seniors throughout Boulder County, […]

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Newborn Photography

How to Choose The Best Newborn Photographer in Colorado: 5 Must-Ask Questions

Welcoming a new baby into your life is one of the most emotional and unforgettable experiences you’ll ever have. Capturing those fleeting first days through newborn photography is a meaningful way to preserve the tiny details, sleepy smiles, and brand-new connection you share. But how do you choose the best newborn photographer in Colorado to […]

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Maternity Photography

Boulder County Maternity Photos – Top Spots for Spring

Spring is a magical time of year in Boulder County, and all of Colorado really. The trees are blooming, the grass is greening up, and the soft golden light makes for unforgettable maternity photos. As a local maternity photographer, I love helping expectant moms find the perfect backdrop that highlights both their pregnancy glow and […]

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Family Photography

Colorado 2024 Fall Mini Sessions

Colorado 2024 fall mini sessions are here! You receive a 20 minute photography session and 5 digital files for $274. $99 retainer makes it official, with the balance of $175 due on your session date. Additional files, as well as prints and products, are available to purchase after your session. Current mini session photography dates: […]

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Family Photography

Colorado Spring Mini Photo Sessions

Boulder, Longmont, Loveland, CO Mini Photo Sessions Spring mini photo sessions are here! It is that time of the year! On the cusp of all the good stuff: lilacs in bloom, so much daylight, flip flops, outdoor concerts, river trips, swimming. Spring mini sessions are 20 minute photo sessions that are perfect for family photos, […]

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Family Photography

Anniversary Photoshoot at Colorado’s Snow Mountain Ranch

Anniversary Photos Featuring New Family Members One morning in May, I headed to Snow Mountain Ranch in Granby, Colorado for a couple’s anniversary photoshoot. They got married at this gorgeous mountain spot years prior, and wanted to celebrate 10 years of marriage with a photo session at their wedding site. Of course, things change in […]

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Graduation Photography

University of Colorado Boulder Graduation Photoshoot

Graduation Photoshoots for Boulder, Fort Collins, Denver Did you know that I enjoy providing a graduation photoshoot for college grads? Such an exciting time of life to be graduating college! I travel to Boulder, Fort Collins, or Denver to capture seniors in their element (for what could be one of the last times!) Learn More […]

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About Susannah

Susannah Storch Photography – News + Updates

Dear Reader, I didn’t want to get up at 5 a.m. to head to Tabernash and Snow Mountain Ranch. I had a photo shoot there in 4 hours, and it is a 2.5 hour drive. I struggled out of bed and headed straight for the coffee maker. By the time I got to Idaho Springs, […]

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About Susannah

Dallas, Texas

Well, that blog post was a little different. If you could make out the cursive font, links of Dallas with kids recommendations: Fiction CoffeeThe Dallas World AquariumThe 6th Floor Musuem (book your tickets online before you go)AT&T Discovery District and the Exchange Food HallOmni Hotel (where we stayed just 2 nights–we both enjoyed the rooftop-ish […]

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Maternity Photography

What to Wear for Maternity Photos

Are You a Pregnant Mama Curious about Outfits for a Maternity Photography Session? Keep reading, I can help! When it comes to maternity photos, you want to choose an outfit that is comfortable, flattering, and highlights your beautiful baby bump. Here are some tips for what to wear for maternity photos: Choose clothes that fit […]

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Newborn Photography

Newborn Photoshoot: Why I Don’t Pose Babies

Are You an Expecting Parent Searching for a Newborn Photographer? If you are searching for a photographer for a newborn photoshoot and came across my website, I hope you are considering lifestyle newborn photos instead of super posed/staged newborn photos with all the props. As a newborn photographer, I am going to share with you […]

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Lifestyle Portraits

Does My Home Need to Be Clean for an Indoor Family Photography Session?

Your Home Doesn’t Need to Be Spotless… Oh my goodness! Don’t let worry about your home prevent you from getting in home family photos! It’s too small, there’s too much clutter, the lighting sucks. I’ve heard it all, and it isn’t true. Your home is where you live, it’s where you spend the most time, […]

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Newborn Photography

Should I Have an In Home or Studio Newborn Photo Session for My Baby?

Holding your newborn photo session in your own home has several benefits. Can’t decide between an in home or studio photo session for your newborn baby? Keep reading as I share my opinion on your options (based on over 15 years as a newborn family photographer). An In Home Newborn Photo Session is Safer for […]

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Family Photography

Lifestyle Family Photography: Pros + Cons of Outdoor Versus Indoor Photo Shoots

Lifestyle family photography is a great way to capture memories and tell your family’s story in a natural situation. Instead of stiff posing, my lifestyle family photo shoots include loose poses with games, play, and hanging out. Still, there are two main options for you to choose from: indoor or outdoor photography shoots. Indoor and […]

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Family Photography

Colorado In Home Family Photography – Perfect in Winter

It’s snow season, mud season, and everything in between here in Colorado. That doesn’t mean you need to put off family portraits until spring, summer, fall..sure, you could have an outdoor photography session in the snow, but you could skip all that and book a Colorado in home photography session instead. (Or maybe you have […]

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Family Photography

Did You Miss Your Fall Professional Family Photos? No Worries!

It’s Not Too Late to Schedule Family Photos The past few months, in the blink of an eye: school started and we were soaking up the last days of warm weather. Weekends were full of kid’s soccer games and watching Sunday football. Halloween went by in a blur, and then the holidays were upon us. […]

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