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Grandmothers.
I was vacuuming my Ikea oriental rug this morning, when the light crept in from the kitchen window, past the partially dead herbs I can't...

Mandie Roberts
Feb 9, 20234 min read
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How to Elope in Colorado Springs | Colorado Springs Elopement Photographer
Elopements have made a come back; one I have noticed since the micro wedding boom of the pandemic. What is more romantic than just the...

Mandie Roberts
Jan 25, 20234 min read
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Abhinav and Anvita | A Colorful Couples Session in Aberaeron, Wales | UK + Ireland Photographer
I write this from America, desperately home-away-from-homesick for Aberaeron. If you ask me what my favorite town is in the entirety of...

Mandie Roberts
Dec 28, 20222 min read
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Bri & Ben | A Fairytale in Elan Valley, Wales | United Kingdom Elopement Photography
I had a vision for this one and it took a year to come to life. In my mind, I wanted a couple in the valley who had a forbidden and...

Mandie Roberts
Dec 21, 20222 min read
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Arran & Kayleigh | A Real Romance at Aberystwyth Castle | West Wales Destination Photographer
My first time hosting an international photography retreat was probably one of the biggest accomplishments of my career and yet one of...

Mandie Roberts
Dec 16, 20222 min read
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ONE STOP TRAVEL GUIDE: SALEM, MA
Yeah, I know it's no longer autumn or Halloween time as I blog this but it is never too soon to start planning your trip to Salem. As a...

Mandie Roberts
Dec 1, 20227 min read
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A Guide to Family Portraits | Colorado Springs Family Portrait Photographer
All your family photography questions answered. What to expect when you book a session with Thistle and Pine.

Mandie Roberts
Dec 1, 20224 min read
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An Intimate Family Session at Palmer Park | Colorado Springs family Photographer
Q I sit here still in sweaters, in April, because the weather just doesn't want to warm up. I am seeing blades of grass pop up but I for...

Mandie Roberts
Apr 16, 20222 min read
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Katie & Chris | a winter engagement in Colorado Springs
I met up with Katie and Chris the day of the Super Bowl to finally meet them in person and take their engagement photos. A fun fact about...

Mandie Roberts
Feb 26, 20221 min read
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the Richardson family | Colorado Springs newborn photographer | lifestyle newborn photography
A light and airy in home lifestyle newborn session in Colorado Springs, Colorado.

Mandie Roberts
Feb 11, 20222 min read
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Maddy & Nick | Dreamy autumn estes park wedding | Colorado wedding photographer
Take a peak of a beautiful autumn wedding in Estes Park, Colorado.

Mandie Roberts
Jan 20, 20222 min read
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Thistle and Pine Workshop | Colorado Springs Wedding and Elopement Photographer
Last year, as I was nearing the end on my pregnancy, I decided it was finally time to take the plunge and host my first ever workshop /...

Mandie Roberts
Mar 13, 20212 min read
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Alyssa and Tim | A Dreamy Maternity Session at Blithewold Gardens | Bristol, Rhode Island
Nothing feels better than shooting beautiful people in your hometown. I did Tim and Alyssa's engagement photos, one thousand years ago...

Mandie Roberts
Jul 6, 20202 min read
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The De Castilla Family | Colorado Springs Family Photographer
Jeanne has been one of the most supportive and encouraging friends I have had since I moved to Colorado Springs. We both share a love of...

Mandie Roberts
Apr 29, 20202 min read
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UK + Ireland Travel Series Vol 3 | Scotland
You don't forget the first time you leave your country. I remember being suddenly sat in a pub in Edinburgh city center, with a plate...

Mandie Roberts
Mar 24, 20206 min read
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UK + Ireland Travel Series Vol 2 | Ireland
A journey through Ireland.

Mandie Roberts
Mar 17, 20204 min read
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UK + Ireland Travel Series Vol. 1 | Cornwall
Since 2017, I have been to the UK and Ireland seven times. Since 1989, I have been in love with the United Kingdom and Ireland. Growing...

Mandie Roberts
Mar 10, 20205 min read
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Bare Faced Beauty: A Project
Let's take a moment to think about where we are in society. We are in a social media age, where we are consistently being shown grand...

Mandie Roberts
Jan 21, 20203 min read
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How to Travel to Ireland for Cheap | Colorado Springs Based Travel Photographer
Ireland has always called my name. Since I was a child, I have had a deep connection to it. I grew up in a family of wild Turners and...

Mandie Roberts
Jan 21, 20206 min read
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2019 Wedding Recap | Colorado Springs and Destination Wedding Photographer
As I sit here waiting for the ball to drop, with Portlandia on and a glass of wine, it is hard to not reflect on the past year not only...

Mandie Roberts
Jan 1, 20207 min read
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