Gretchen Troop Photography
I’m Gretchen Troop, a wedding, elopement, and engagement photographer based in Boulder County, Colorado, with a deep love for capturing mountain weddings in Estes Park and beyond. Whether you’re exchanging vows in a luxury mountain venue or an intimate outdoor setting, I’m here to photograph the moments that truly matter.
If you’re looking for true-to-life, candid images that reflect your love and the joy of your wedding day, and want to work with a photographer who’s fun, easy-going, and completely reliable, I just might be the perfect fit for you.
At Gretchen Troop Photography, I bring award-winning skills, a seamless business experience, and an unwavering commitment to capturing every candid and unforgettable moment of your celebration. With a blend of technical precision and a passion for real moments, I’m here to tell the story of your day—beautifully framed by the natural beauty of the Colorado mountains.
Skills
Lightroom / Natural Light / Off Camera Flash / Photojournalism / Photoshop
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FAQs
What inspired you to become a wedding photographer?
My wedding day was the best day of my life and I hired “a friend” to photograph an absolutely stunning wedding on the edge of the Pacific Ocean with redwood trees all around and some of the most unique and interesting architecture I’ve seen in my life. I got HORRIBLE photos. There isn’t even enough to make a wedding album with. It has haunted me since then. I head into photographing every wedding with how serious the job is and how light the day should be.
How would you describe your photography style?
I’m true-to-life, but love to photograph with lights and create moods, especially after the sun goes down. Couple photos are a separate style for me then the rest of the day. Artistic/photo-journalistic is most of what I deliver, but the couple photos are album cover photos. The couples should look their absolute best.
How do you ensure that your clients feel comfortable and relaxed during the photo shoot?
I’m a performer, professional singer most of my life and entertaining people is in my blood. I think almost every client I have ever worked with is nervous in the beginning and by the end I am able to get them laughing, loving and being themselves just from helping them to forget I have a camera.
How do you ensure that you capture all of the important moments on the wedding day?
It feels as if there is an endless amount of moments and views throughout a wedding day to document. I recognize how fleeting the day is and see things that most people ignore after doing weddings as long as I have been.
What is your favorite part of the wedding day and why?
Getting ready! I love the anticipation, family interactions, friendships, the transformation of the bride and the nerves that kick in once everything is together and the day begins to roll forward.
