Mr. and Mrs. Goetsch, Parker CO :: Fall 2008

I love photography because it is the only artistic medium that allows us to capture a moment as it is occurring. Though there is great beauty in other art forms, none are as transcendent and reflective of the spirit of a person, place or thing. In the Fall of 2008 I had the great privilege of photographing Mr. and Mrs. Goetsch at the Reservoir in Parker, CO. The Goetsch’s were happily married for many years and built a beautiful life together in South Dakota where they raised their 3 children, one of which is my friend Shad Goetsch. Mr. Goetsch was diagnosed with cancer of the liver earlier that year and so our photo sesh was to capture a few of his last moments on earth with his wife. Though they knew their time together was short, they spent their time rejoicing in the many beautiful moments they had left together and had already shared over the years.

Mr. Goetsch passed away last year, but his beautiful legacy still remains. It is my honor to share with you a few moments with Mr. and Mrs. Geotsch in early Fall of 2008.