Miss Southern Ute 2013-2014

When Amber called and asked if I could take her picture as the 2013-2014 Miss Southern Ute I was thrilled. It is a huge honor to have this title and represent the Southern Ute Tribe across the nation. Amber travels across the country giving speeches and attending dances as Miss Southern Ute. She is articulate, charismatic and beautiful. Photographing her was a joy and made for a very special afternoon.

Amber brought several of her traditional regalia, which were stunning. One of the dresses she wore was made by her and her grandmother. Pieces of jewelry and each outfit had special meaning and a story behind it. I loved talking with her and her sister about what she was wearing and how it all came together. Her mom joined us and helped with the changes and helped us photograph Amber with her great eye for detail and beauty. By the end of the shoot, Amber and I had the help of her mother, sister and father. They are a wonderful family and I cannot thank them and Amber enough for such an enjoyable and beautiful afternoon.