The Grand

Since my first time in Wyoming, the majestic peaks of the Tetons have always drawn me in. Hands down the most beautiful mountains in the states, Teton National Park would provide a perfect setting for our first alpine climbing experience.  In the good company of Craig, Rod & Tien, we filled up the van and decided to make a road trip out of it.

After a Truckee horseshoe tournament, a rotisserie pig, an abalone feed, the road to Winnemucca, a jackpot in Jackpot, a barefoot round of Idaho golf and a beer swilling session at The Stagecoach, we summited The Grand on Friday, July 24 at 8:30am (13,760 feet (4,194.05 meters).  

Brooks Allen Photography - Website Live

I'm very pleased to announce that my new website, Brooks Allen Photography, is now LIVE!

Check it out and let me know what you think.

Special thanks to Travis, TO Designs, for all his help.

Flowers of Sarah Padilla Design

Last weekend I tagged along with my friend Sarah to watch her work her floral magic for a beautiful wedding reception at the Olympic Club and ceremony at St. Ignatius Church. Her husband (Jay) and father (Dave) unloaded a Uhaul truck full of her masterpieces and set the stage for another perfect wedding day.

To see more of her work, go to Sarah Padilla Design.

For more wedding images, check out Brooks Allen Photography.

Dewey Gold Country - Murphys

Lucky enough to tag along to the Annual Dewey Gold Country Trip, Nathalie and I quickly fell in love with Murphys. The town had it all--an outstanding watering hole (The Murphys Hotel), a Main Street full of classic cars and plenty of Chuck Dewey martinis.

After enduring months of Brett Dewey talking up his magic fishing hole, it was almost a guarantee that the trout weren't going to be biting any fly that was tossed their direction. Good thing the beer was cold and the river was still picturesque.

Next year's trip is already on the calendar...

Natasha & Kevin Anderson's Wedding Day

Natasha & Kevin, the new happiest couple in town, got married in Squaw Valley, CA. Kevin's dad, Scott, delivered the perfect ceremony and everyone there did their best to celebrate the joining of two great people. Here are a few images from their big day.

I have more wedding images on my website, Brooks Allen Photography. Check 'em out.

Evolution of Revolution

High on the Bolivian Altiplano, we crossed the Salar Uyani and the Sur La Paz desert into Northern Argentina. The 260 square kilometer salt flat provided for 360 degree views of a horizon full of nothing but whiteness.

This image, The Evolution of Revolution, was one of our favorites. Turns out it was one of Co-Motion Cycles' as well.

From left to right: Don Thomas Drzewiecki of Colorado, David Young of Texas, Craig Bleakney of Washington, Romain Turnier of Paris & Brooks Allen of California.

The Omlids

Portland, OR - Travis and Haley tied the night at the Crystal Ballroom. It was an honor to stand up alongside two very dear friends as they exchanged their vows.

I wish them a lifetime of love, laughter and happiness...