When it comes to photographing horses, the answer will always be a YES and that probably comes off too excited. I’ve had horses for over twenty years, and I don’t think I’ll ever get over the joy that comes with seeing one up close and personal. Photographing horses & people comes naturally for me, but I’d be lying if I said I could do it alone and have it be successful. It takes a village to incorporate any animal into your session, but especially a horse. Having an experienced handler is a must, but having one to two people that are quite literally backing me up to get the horse’s attent ..read more

The beauty of weddings is that they can be designed to fit any vision you can think of. This gorgeous couple had a traditional Hindu ceremony in their home state of Utah before traveling to Southern California for an intimate reception with their closest family and friends. Please help me congratulate the new Mr. & Mrs. Adams ..read more

I will never take for granted that my friends pick me to be their photographer. I had the honor of photographing Stephanie early on in my career when she graduated from college. Watching her become a successful teacher, find her fiancé, and get pregnant with what’s going to be the most adorable baby boy has been amazing. While it took us awhile to land on a location, Stephanie reminded me that I had stumbled upon a new location a few weeks back and of course we had to go there. It was the perfect setting with that emerald green dress and that gorgeous red hair of hers. The way the light shined ..read more

I just love it when I meet someone and we just click. The energy is being matched on both sides, the excitement is bubbling over and you just can’t wait to get started on helping them with their future. Renata found me on Instagram on Wednesday and by Friday, we were celebrating her and Andre’s marriage with a couple of their closest family and friends. Not every wedding celebration has to be a big blow out party - sometimes you’re just ready to get married and you don’t want to wait any longer. That was the case for these two after a 5 year long-distance relationship. I can’t wait to see what ..read more

I’ve had the pleasure of knowing Michelle long before I was ever a photographer. We used to go to the Brandin’ Iron on the weekends way back in the day (if you know, you know lol). So when she hired me during my early years as a new photographer, it was an honor then as much as it is now. Watching her grow as a human and seeing her life evolve into what it is now has been amazing to see. I was also introduced to her fiancé when we did their photos and I couldn’t have picked a better man for her - the way he smiled at her spoke volumes to their love. I can’t wait to meet their little boy when h ..read more

When Megan of Mrs. Brown’s Floral & Events asks me to be apart of something, the answer is always yes. Without hesitation, without question, it’s an abso-freaking-lutely. And you can see, this is why I’ll always work with her. Look at this amazing content day she put together for an up and coming Indio wedding venue! The Dream Team: Pastel set: Venue @emersonestate Photographer @colleenkphotography Photographer @michelledudleyphotography Videography @thegentproductions Planning/Floral @mrsbrownsfloralandevent Make up @createbyfaith_ Bridal Band @alex ..read more

I don’t have an expansive enough vocabulary to accurately describe the perfection that was Marie and Robert’s wedding day. Yes, I say that about every wedding or session and while I do actually mean it, this wedding.. this wedding was a little more special than my other weddings. Marie and I met back in 2005 when we were at one of the local horse ranches. It wasn’t until I started working there teaching horseback lessons in 2010 that we became friends. So many memories of us driving around Redlands, singing Keith Urban songs at the top of our lungs, riding all the horses, creating silly names ..read more

In-home sessions have a special place in my heart. It makes the photos all the more special when they get hung up on your walls because they were taken IN YOUR HOME. What’s not to love?! This family was such a dream to work with. I can’t wait to deliver their full gallery ..read more

A gorgeous couple? Check. A beautiful location? Check. A crazy-ass photographer who falls in love with each and every one of her couples? Check. I’m so excited to welcome Krissy and Tyler as a Colleen K Couple ..read more

There aren’t many people that can get me up at 4:30 in the morning, but Megan is one of them. When she came to me super last minute needing a behind-the-scenes photographer, there was never going to be an answer other than “I’m yours.” I’ve admired Glen Ivy from afar and was thrilled to be a small part of their video for Wedding Wire. A huge thank you to Megan and her company Mrs. Brown’s Floral & Events for trusting me to capture these photos ..read more