Snap and Sweat: Capturing the Adorable Postnatal Mama + Baby Fitness Class

Today, I'm sharing a heartwarming and downright adorable adventure in photography: capturing the vibrant world of a postnatal fitness class with babies. If you think fitness and babies don't mix, think again, because Claire of The Clairity Collective hosts the best sessions for moms and their little ones.

I was invited to capture images of the cutest fitness class setup ever – a light and bright room with yoga mats, beautiful plants, and an army of strollers at Nurture - A Wellcare Marketplace in the Denver Highlands neighborhood.

There was something genuinely heartwarming about the whole experience of watching Claire lead a fitness hour for fellow moms and babies. Together, they were not just getting in shape; they were forming a community of support and education.

Thank you to Claire and Athleta for inviting me to capture these images. If you’re interested in photography coverage for your event, book a Classic Session today. For ongoing and regular photography coverage, consider my photography membership option. Definitely worth it for constant fresh imagery that will increase your bookings!

Welcome aboard, TaDa Gymnastics! Denver Business Photography

Your photographer, Stephanie Marilee.

Your friendly neighborhood photographer is officially on portrait duty at TaDa Gymnastics, the best in Denver! You’ll see me on the gym + dance/cheer room at both Highlands and Broadway locations this summer, so please say hello as I capture the most joyful moments to lift up one a business that gives so much to our community.

If you’re a Denver business looking for consistent photography coverage, I have room for 3 - 5 partnerships. Take a look at the general monthly offering here: https://www.marilee.co/brands

Marilee.co is proud to work with TaDa Gymnastics, Little Kickers Swim School, Ceramics in the City, YellowDog Design, and more family-centric brands.

About TaDa:

Ta Da Gymnastics was created to offer the highest quality preschool and recreational gymnastics programs in Denver. Our goal is to create a fun and safe environment, while making it easy and accessible for families living in Denver. We want gymnastics not to be just for those aspiring for gold medals, but for every child looking to develop both physically and mentally.

Colorful Portraits at Hope Tank

Any photo Session booked with Marilee.co Portrait Photography at Hope Tank gives back 20% straight back to Hope Tank.

Colorful. Vibrant. Fun. Community driven. If this is your jam, check out Hope Tank in Denver. Hope Tank’s fresh creative event space is available for small gatherings that can further education, connections, and collaborations. The community is encouraged to bring your panel discussions, book groups, board meetings, small group work, art/craft classes, and body movement classes — all work beautifully in the space. 

What also works wonderfully in Hope Tank’s creative space is portrait photography and content creation. Marilee.co Portrait Photography has been so excited to create updated personal branding imagery for individuals who want to give back to Hope Tank, whose core value includes support of small businesses who give back to their communities.

Thank you to Erika Righter (That Hope Lady!), who is a leader in the idea that you can have fun AND do good. And thank you to Debbie Scheer for being one of the first supporters of photography in this amazing space.

Cheers to a Successful Portrait + Tampon Drive for I Support The Girls

Women’s Month occurs in March, and the best way to recognize and contribute for me as a photographer was to create a tampon drive for I Support The Girls, utilizing photography to help make dignity the norm.

Fellow creative photographer, Brooke Austin and I partnered together and hosted parallel events at The Denver Photo Collective, eventually raising funds and a trunk FULL of menstrual supplies for those in need.

Thank you to everyone who showed up and to everyone who spread the word. We made a difference.

Photographers Brooke Austin (left) and Stephanie Tucker (right) with the donated tampons.

The big hand off of menstrual supplies to Erin Persaud, Director of Operations at I Support The Girls

 

Denver Newborn Photography at One Month Old

Whenever I take photos of a newborn baby, I fall in love every time! I proceed to go home and gush about how teeny tiny and squishy they are to my hubby... And then I hug my own babies in disbelief how big they've grown. Here are a few of my favorites from baby B’s newborn session with her family and grandparents.

p.s. The pink wrap that you see baby in was knitted by me while pregnant with my own little one. I’m so happy to have it in these photos. :) The grey overalls for baby is from Jamie Kay.