Rising Stars: Meet Amazing Davis of Colorado Springs

Today we’d like to introduce you to Amazing Davis.

Amazing, we appreciate you taking the time to share your story with us today. Where does your story begin?
Growing up, I always loved love. I went out of my way to watch The Bachelor and every perfectly cringey romance I could find. At the same time, I always loved photography. I was the friend who took way too many photos, the one who wanted to capture everything and hold onto memories long after the moment passed.

As an adult, I chose to join the Army. It felt selfless — like I was serving something bigger than myself. I picked a military job that was supposed to set me up for a high-paying career once I got out. Unfortunately, I hated my MOS, and to make things harder, I injured my back during an exercise that pushed me out of the military earlier than expected.

Shortly after leaving the Army, I met my soulmate. The moment I first saw him, my heart quietly whispered, that’s the one. I never believed in love at first sight until that moment. Not long after, we began building our life together.

After getting married and welcoming our first son, I found myself feeling lost. Between becoming a mother and navigating being disowned by my parents, something shifted in me. I realized I needed to be able to take care of my little family — no matter what.

I tried accounting… absolutely not. I went to hair school — twice. I liked it, but I didn’t love it. During COVID, my second hair school shut down, and we were cutting hair at home. It was exhausting, frustrating, and honestly miserable. On top of that, my back injury made standing in one place all day incredibly difficult. I needed work that allowed me to move — to sit, stand, walk, and breathe.

During COVID, I became pregnant with my third baby boy, and something inside me clicked. I knew it was time to finally follow the path pulling at my heart — photography — even if it meant making very little money at first.

With full support from my husband, I went to photography school and learned from some truly incredible professionals. I dove headfirst into the industry, knowing I wanted to photograph couples, elopements, and weddings. My love for love finally had a place to live — I could be part of one of the most meaningful days in people’s lives while delivering something beautiful and lasting.

In the beginning, I offered sessions for free or nearly nothing. I built my business from the ground up. Even when we moved to Florida for just over a year and then back to Colorado, my business never stopped being my focus. I traveled constantly between states, spent far too much time on social media chasing leads, and poured everything I had into growing something real.

Once I completed my remaining Florida weddings, I fully settled into photographing Colorado engagements, elopements, and weddings. I worked relentlessly to get where I am today.

At the beginning of 2025, I finally niched down and leaned fully into nerdy and geeky love stories — couples who felt like my people. A little different. A little nerdy. A little non-traditional. Since embracing that niche, I’ve never been happier in my business. From consult calls filled with excited nerding-out, to engagement sessions infused with fandom, to photographing all the beautifully non-traditional details on wedding days — it creates a full, authentic story of two souls intertwining.

Whether your fandom is Star Wars, Harry Potter, Pokémon, Marvel, D&D, or something entirely your own, I am always honored to capture it. In five years as a full-time photographer, I’ve photographed over 100 weddings, 34 elopements, and 175 small sessions.

Building a business has felt like raising another child. Feeding it, nurturing it, protecting it — all so it could eventually stand on its own and help care for my family.

Somewhere along the way, I lost sight of my own love story because I was so focused on everyone else’s. Around the five-year mark, my life took an unexpected turn. During my separation from my husband, working became incredibly hard. Editing photos of couples deeply in love while my heart was breaking felt unbearable at times.

But I reminded myself of what I had built — the home I earned, the food on our table, the smiles on my boys’ faces. I remembered why I worked so hard.

Couples often tell me how much it meant to have me on their wedding day. Anyone can take pretty photos — but it takes someone who truly cares, who leads with heart and empathy, to create something meaningful. My work feels genuine because it is. I’m an empath. I feel everything — and that is my greatest strength as a wedding photographer.

My love story took a dramatic turn, but it didn’t end. It found a way to restart. Love isn’t perfect. It isn’t effortless. It’s sacrifice, growth, and choosing each other even when it’s hard. Those hard moments are what make the joyful ones shine brighter.

The love I share with my husband is steady and grounding — a partnership that has supported my dreams and believed in me even when things felt uncertain.

And then there’s the love I have for my boys — fierce, unconditional, and unmatched. They are my world, my sun, and my moon. No matter what happens in this life, I will always take care of my boys. They are the reason I work so hard, the reason I strive for more, and the reason I pour my heart into every couple, elopement, and wedding I photograph.

True love is magical — whether it’s found in a soulmate or in the bond between a parent and their children. I don’t regret a single step that brought me here. Every chapter shaped who I am today — a photographer, a mother, a wife, and a woman who will always choose love.

We all face challenges, but looking back would you describe it as a relatively smooth road?
It hasn’t been smooth in the slightest.

In the beginning, I wasn’t making money — everything I earned went straight back into my business. Photography, especially weddings, comes with a heavy upfront cost. I had to invest in professional gear just to do the job right: a dual-slot camera, multiple camera bodies, multiple lenses, and countless hard drives to safely store multiple copies of every file. None of it was optional, and all of it added up quickly.

Just as I started to find my footing with equipment costs, I was hit with major travel expenses. Moving between Florida and Colorado was never part of my original plan. When I booked Colorado weddings, I fully expected to still be living there — and when life shifted and we moved back after only a year, I refused to pass those costs onto my couples. Charging travel fees didn’t feel right when I was supposed to be in their state to begin with, so for the first three years, a large portion of my expenses came from traveling back and forth.

To make it even harder, I get incredibly sick when I fly. There were times I photographed a wedding in one state, boarded a plane that same night, landed sick as a dog, and showed up the next day to photograph another wedding in the other state. It was exhausting, painful, and completely unsustainable.

I pushed through because I had to — but I’ve learned my limits. These days, I’m more than happy to keep my feet firmly planted in Colorado and build something sustainable, healthy, and rooted right here.

Appreciate you sharing that. What else should we know about what you do?
I specialize in couples photography — engagements, elopements, and weddings — anything rooted in the connection between two people. What draws me to this work is the emotional bond between two souls and the way love shows up differently for every couple. My strength has always been in guiding couples in a way that feels natural and intentional, helping them connect with each other rather than posing them into something stiff or forced. The result is imagery that feels genuine, emotional, and deeply personal.

I’m also a nerdy and geeky wedding photographer, and that is a core part of what makes my work unique. I specialize in working with non-traditional couples who value authenticity, creativity, and meaningful connection. I thrive in spaces where couples feel safe to show up exactly as they are, without feeling pressured to fit into a traditional wedding mold.

One of the things I’m most known for is my ability to truly see my couples. I take the time to understand who they are, how they interact, and what makes their relationship unique. That allows me to prompt rather than pose, creating moments that feel real instead of staged. Couples often tell me they felt comfortable, supported, and fully themselves in front of my camera — and that means everything to me.

A major thing that sets me apart is that I offer two distinct editing styles: Light and Dark. My Light Style is true-to-life, vibrant, and softly finished — perfect for couples who love natural color and a timeless feel. My Dark Style is bold, dramatic, and high-contrast, often resonating with couples who are more non-traditional, artistic, or moody in their aesthetic. I love how different personalities naturally gravitate toward different styles, and I give my couples the freedom to choose what best represents them rather than forcing everyone into one look.

I’m also a huge believer in variety and storytelling. A wedding day is made up of countless emotions — quiet moments, joyful chaos, intimate details, big celebrations, and everything in between. I intentionally capture a mix of candid moments, emotional interactions, artistic compositions, detailed close-ups, and gently guided portraits so couples receive a full, layered story of their day — not just “pretty photos,” but memories that feel alive.

Beyond photography, I’m deeply involved in the experience itself. I’m not just there to show up with a camera — I help couples navigate the planning process, create relaxed and realistic timelines, and feel confident and cared for on their wedding day. I’m a calming presence, a hype person, a problem-solver, and often a friend by the end of it all. My couples know they can lean on me, and that trust is something I’m incredibly proud of.

Another thing I care deeply about is accessibility. I offer monthly payment plans because I know how expensive weddings are, and I believe couples should be able to afford the photographer they truly connect with — even for my highest-tier packages. I want my work to feel attainable without sacrificing quality or experience.

What I’m most proud of is the experience I create for my couples. From the very first conversation to the final gallery delivery, my goal is always the same — to make my couples feel seen, supported, and genuinely cared for. I pour my heart into every part of the process, not just the photographs themselves. I don’t take the trust they place in me lightly, and I carry that responsibility with intention, empathy, and so much love.

Are there any important lessons you’ve learned that you can share with us?
One of the most important lessons I’ve learned is that you can’t please everyone — and that’s okay.

I’ve had couples be absolutely over the moon with galleries that I didn’t feel were my strongest work, and I’ve also had situations where I felt I delivered something truly incredible, yet it didn’t resonate with the couple. That contrast taught me that photography is deeply subjective, and no amount of talent can override a mismatch in expectations or personality.

Because of that, I’ve learned to be intentional about who I work with and to trust my instincts early on. I pay close attention to the energy, communication style, and expectations during the initial consult. If I notice red flags or feel we may not be the right fit, I’m honest about it and won’t move forward with booking.

This approach protects everyone involved — my couples get a photographer who truly understands and aligns with their vision, and I get to show up fully present, calm, and excited on the wedding day. Choosing alignment over volume has been one of the most valuable lessons in both my business and my personal growth.

Contact Info:

• Website: amazingcoloradophotography.com
• Instagram: instagram.com/amazingcoloradophotography

Image Credits
Amazing Davis with Amazing Colorado Photography