When I was asked to photograph the hoedown for the Flatirons Farmers Coalition, I didn’t hesistate — OF COURSE!

I don’t have much of a green thumb myself, but I knew this would be an amazing event to capture. And let me tell you, it did not disappoint!

Members of all different farms around Boulder attended the hoedown, allowing for a focus on building community. I got to meet so many amazing people all doing such amazing things for our city and state as a whole.

There was an EPIC silent auction featuring hundreds of prizes. I had to stop myself from auctioning on every single item! Prizes ranged from gorgeous prints, mushroom growth kits, a sweet picnic basket, backpacks, skin care products, handmade sugar cookies, and more.

I felt a deep sense of community walking around the event and photographing tiny moments. I saw lots of big hugs, radiant smiles, good conversations, and everything in between. Not to mention the dancing!

I’ll just let the photos speak for themselves —