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Portrait Artist | Jonathan Betz, M.Photog., CPP

Jonathan found his love of photography and light while working in Yellowstone National Park in the summer of 1999. During his time there, he mentored under a professional photographer that taught him how to see and capture light - the very foundation of photography. Upon returning home to St. Louis after that summer, he began pursuing a career in professional photography. In 2002, Jonathan accepted a position with a St. Louis Studio as a portrait & wedding photographer and studied under five different Master Photographers. In 2006, he and his wife Lindsay moved to Colorado and opened Jonathan Betz Photography in Colorado Springs.

Jonathan earned his Masters of Photography Degree (M.Photog.) in 2019 and Certified Professional Photographer (CPP) in 2015, conferred by The Professional Photographers of America. His work has been recognized with honors at the national and international level, most recently receiving the Platinum Medal and earning highest honors with a Grand Imaging Award. Jonathan served five terms as the President of the Professional Photographers Guild of Colorado Springs. He has served on the Board of Directors for state and regional professional photography organizations. He's committed to lifelong learning and continually seeks to elevate his craft through professional training, education, and teaching opportunities to help younger photographers refine their skills and businesses.

Studio Manager | Lindsay Betz, Cr.Photog

Lindsay joined the photography industry when she and Jonathan moved to Colorado in 2006, filling the integral role of studio management in the business. Our client families benefit from her guidance for everything before and after the photography session.

As she has embraced the photography industry, she loves opportunities to teach and present to the community of professional photographers from her expertise on the business side of photography. She has presented to professional photographers on the national platform every year since 2018. In 2022, she was recognized with the National Award for Business Education by Professional Photographers of America (PPA).

In 2019, she earned her Photographic Craftsman (Cr.Photog.), the degree that recognizes those in the photography industry that serve through professional-level teaching. She was elected to the National Council for PPA in 2016 and continues that leadership into her third term. She also serves on the PPA Education Advisory Board Committee. Additionally, she has served on the Board of Directors for the Professional Photographers Guild of Colorado Springs since 2015.

Proud members of:

Professional Photographers of America
Professional Photographers Guild of Colorado Springs

Tuesday, July 17, 2018

Christian + Grace | Wedding Photography at Stonehaven | Colorado Springs

A huge CONGRATULATIONS to Christian & Grace! Grace’s family is incredibly special to us. This is our second wedding to photograph for them, and in between their older daughter’s and now younger daughter’s weddings, we photographed both Grace and her brother’s senior portraits during each of their years and the first year of baby photography for their first grandchild. How special to continue to be their family’s photography team!

Christian met Grace when he was stationed here in Colorado Springs with the military. Apparently he has impressive two-step skills and swept her off her feet…literally! Their paths have taken them to California, yet with Grace’s family roots and the start of their story here in Colorado Springs, it was fitting to begin their marriage here in the mountains.

They had a gorgeous summer day and a venue that backs up to the mountains on the northwest side of town. Their decor included fresh flowers throughout and fun, summery colors. Grace’s dress fit her personality perfectly. They were surrounded on their day by family and many close friends. Their personalized vows and “tying-of-the-knot” were highlights of the ceremony. We loved seeing how much fun Christian and Grace have together – their day was filled with laughter and evidenced the strong friendship they enjoy. Grace’s dad gave a wonderful toast full of great childhood stories during the reception. This family feels like family to us, and we loved being such a special and important part of this day for them.

Enjoy our favorites from their wedding day!