Sam & Susi up in a tree...

        
      I had the great pleasure of photographing the wedding of two wonderful friends this past weekend. Sam and Susi created such a beautiful, playful, and meaningful day for their friends and family. They were married at Space Gallery, and had their reception bash at The Curtis. I love photographing these two because of their endless creativity, silliness, and authentic love for one another. They compliment each other in so many ways. It was so fun being immersed in the dynamics of their families and friends for a day. Now they are off to Hawaii for a much needed honeymoon! Great planning--both of you! And that was with the help of Cielle Amundson, wedding planner, extraordinaire! And not only was she such a wonderful help to me and so fun to be around, but she is also a fabulous dancer! I also had the help of photographer, Autumn Cutaia. She is so talented and I always enjoy her company. All in all... it was such a great day. Sam and Susi, I wish you both the best friendship, love and companionship in your marriage, that life has to offer-- you deserve it.  Here is a sneak peak of some of the images of the day...    

xoxo Crystal

This was their one-minute wedding anniversary..

                          
                          

Best friends (OBVIOUSLY)

Best dancer of the night

Most expressive dancer of the night

Mother of the groom, mother of the bride, and the bride.. Hula-hooping!

Father of the bride, breaking it down!

Sam.. with Sunday night fever?  :)

April 1, 2012

303 Magazine--October issue

Hey Everyone! Check out the October issue of 303 Magazine! I shot the cover image, along with a 10-page fashion spread that includes some creepy zombie looking guys & this lovely lady-->

I worked with an amazing team:

Production & Lead Stylist: Ron Lopez, Photographer: Crystal Allen, Lead Makeup and amazing mom on set: Katelyn Simkins, Photography assistants/rockstars: James Cooper & Michael Davis, FX Makeup: Ryan Griffith, Models: Christy Kruzick, Michael Loria & Stevie-Ray Vance. Fashion styling: Steven Trujillo & David Zimmer, Fashion styling assistant: Andi Mears, Hair styling assistant: Heather Mora, FX makeup assistant: Heathyrre Kautz.

XO

303 Magazine--July Issue!

Laura Standley, Tracy Bozarth, Aubrey Brewer, Ron Lopez, and Melanie Warner

The Outdoor issue of 303 Magazine is out! Check out the Aspen shoot that I did with the 303 team. Produced by Laura Standley, Hair & Makeup by Ron Lopez, photo assisting by Melanie Watson, Fashion styling by Tracy Bozarth, and modeling by the AMAZING Aubrey Brewer of Donna Baldwin Talent.

I had such a great time in Aspen. It was nothing at all what I expected (previous knowledge of Aspen was from the movie Dumb & Dumber..hahaaa). It was beautiful, everyone was really friendly, and it's seclusion was alluring. Our team worked REALLY hard. We hauled lights up hills (mountain base), into a restaurant, up stairs, down stairs, and around pools. We even got kicked out of the street at one point--but luckily got the shot in the 2 minutes prior. Everyone was fantastic to work & play with...and I really appreciated the opportunity!

Pride Fest 2011

I went to the pride parade this year, and wanted to share some of the snapshots that I took, for fun. It was an amazing time, with so much to see. Can't wait for next year!