Yvonne Trujillo (she/her/hers) joined the Illuminate team in November of 2023 as the Lead Teacher on mobile child care classroom Caramel in Pueblo, CO. In her role, Yvonne works alongside Illuminating Child Care team members to provide child care for families while caregivers receive treatment and support.

Outside of work, Sarah loves to run, nordic ski, and find new podcasts. Her favorite part of living in Colorado is being close to friends and enjoying the awesome winters!

Cristina Bejarano (she/her/ella) joined the Illuminate team in February of 2023 as the Director of Strategic Initiatives. In her role, Cristina oversees the strategic planning, facilitation, and ongoing coordination of multiple coalitions and community-based efforts working to positively impact children and families across Colorado. As a public health professional working to increase health equity, Cristina has worked with local communities, philanthropy, federal and state governments, and international organizations to build collaborative relationships for collective impact.

In the studio I use sheer curtains that are hanging above the windows. Other equipment would be diffusion panels or a cheap trick is also using rolls of thin tracing paper and sticking it to the window. It gives a wonderful soft light.

Outside of work, you can find Brittney fishing, building legos with her fiancé, and trying new recipes! Her favorite part of living in Colorado is spending time at her family's cabin in Park County by Lake George, where she can disconnect from the world and enjoy the beautiful landscape.

Karci has always gravitated towards prevention work. Through her experience working with children who have been victims of child abuse, she always wondered: “how do we get up stream and keep this from ever happening?” As a new parent herself, Karci knows how important it is to feel supported and connected.

Shana comes to Illuminate with a degree in Criminal Justice and Human Service, and has dedicated her life to the service of others. Shana is currently the CEO of Compound of Compassion, a nonprofit organization that offers empowerment programs and services that address needs within the community. Shana believes that her purpose in life is to build safe havens where people can heal from their trauma(s) and learn to pay it forward.

Sarah (she/her/hers) joined the Illuminate team in August of 2022 and is currently the Senior Communications Associate. In her role, Sarah manages external communications, working with the entire organization and community members from all over the state to manage first impressions for Illuminate Colorado and connect people interested in the prevention of child maltreatment.

Outside of work, Mary can be found spending time with her 12 grandchildren and wonderful family. Two of her favorite things about living in Colorado are the mountains and the weather!

Before joining Illuminate, Colleen spent nearly eleven years with the Kempe Center for the Prevention and Treatment of Child Abuse and Neglect as a Faculty Instructor and Lead County Learning Coordinator for the Colorado Child Welfare Training System. In this position, she was responsible for cultivating and managing effective working relationships with the eleven largest Colorado counties to respond to their professional development needs.

I give myself personal projects to shoot. I am inspired by many things (music, art etc) and use these ideas to channel into my photography. I love working on my own projects as it allows me to take whatever creativity I have to a new level. The most important factor is light, practice with all kinds of light, see where the shadows are around your "hero", and where the reflections are. Backlight, or side lighting, darker mood or brighter mood - light really is one of the main factors for any kind of photography but more so in food photography. When I first got into food photography 15 years ago it took me a whole year to understand how natural light affects my images. Not only time of day but also time of year (Northern Hemisphere).

Kim Jordan (she/her/hers) joined the Illuminate Colorado team in July of 2024 as a Behavioral Health Initiatives Associate. In her role, Kim is responsible for managing logistics and coordinating tasks for coalitions and other collaborative spaces, with an emphasis on behavioral health efforts that strengthen families.

Jillian lives in Denver with her husband and dog, Max. She enjoys hiking, reading, and gardening– especially growing food to share! Jillian’s favorite part about living in Colorado is the beautiful sunshine!

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Personally, I prefer the artificial light more than the natural one because I get to control every aspect (e.g. brightness, distance, shape, etc.) The key to experimenting with artificial lights is to start with a near 100% dark environment. I personally practice in my garage studio, where it cuts almost all natural lights. (If your environment is too bright, increase your shutter speed to reduce the light, and then add your artificial light sources.) Once you have your room darkness set to your liking, then pick a subject and setup your light. I do portrait photography a lot, so I have a mannequin as a subject when I practice. Next, shoot -> adjust -> shoot -> adjust & repeat. Online tutorials are great, but nothing replaces practice!

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AnnaMarie’s favorite parts about living in Colorado are the diverse landscape and possibilities for adventure. You can often find her and her family enjoying “staycations” in the state!

Veronica Parra (she/her/Ella) joined the Illuminate Colorado team in September of 2023 as an Early Childhood Initiatives Manager. In her role, Veronica manages the family engagement, norms change efforts, and special projects of the Colorado Partnership for Thriving Families.

Megan White (she/her/hers) joined the Illuminate team in July of 2023 as the Home Visitation Program Manager. In her role, Megan leads and supports the State Intermediary functions related to planning, implementing, and monitoring the Family Connects model and Healthy Families America.

Katie comes to Illuminate with experience as an attorney working in nonprofit law firms, where she handled education cases (with a focus on disability rights) as well as other legal matters. Katie is committed to addressing the unique needs of children and their families so that all children have opportunities for success.

Danielle comes to Illuminate with a decade of experience in nonprofit fundraising and program evaluation. She is passionate about using data and participant engagement to learn about and advocate for the community's needs, understand health disparities, guide and improve programming, and evaluate outcomes. Knowing firsthand the impact of both positive and adverse childhood experiences, she understands that together, we can build brighter childhoods and strengthen our communities by making sure everyone has the knowledge, resources, and support they need to thrive.

Having benefited from programs designed to support children and families as a child, Genevieve understands the immense impact that support can have on families and communities. At Illuminate, Genevieve finds tremendous purpose in contributing her skillset to a mission so close to her heart.

Outside of work, Genevieve is a singer and songwriter for a local alternative rock band. Her favorite part about living in Colorado is the vibrant music scene in Denver. “We have artists of every genre performing every night of the week, if you just know where to look!"

Outside of work, Yvonne enjoys spending time with her husband, four kids, and cats and dogs. You can find her and her family hunting, fishing, camping, riding ATVs, and watching baseball. Yvonne’s favorite thing about living in Colorado is enjoying the beautiful mountains and scenery!

Trisha knows that we all need support but learning how to find it can be hard. She believes in the power of protective factors to improve outcomes when times are challenging, and loves to guide others to find their own personal strengths and supports.

After graduating as a first generation scholar from the University of Colorado Boulder with a degree in Communications, Sreena continued her work with school-age children in child care, providing the support and resources that kids and families need to thrive. Ever since she was young, Sreena has dreamt of becoming a teacher. She finds joy in the opportunity to both teach and learn from tomorrow’s leaders every day.

Born and raised in Colorado, Missy says she must love everything about her home state because she refuses to leave! Missy has three incredible children that are growing up way too fast– “they keep me and my life partner on our toes, out of money, and exhausted, but I wouldn't have it any other way!”

Tani comes to Illuminate with a degree in Communication and Sociology. She has experience as an executive assistant in the nonprofit sector, working with organizations who are committed to advancing social development. Tani deeply resonates with Illuminate’s values and mission, and is grateful to be able to contribute to the growth of the organization.

Trisha comes to Illuminate with experience as a teacher, home visitor, and parent support group facilitator. She has also spent time as a child forensic interviewer for a child advocacy center, supporting child abuse investigations.

Use diffusers like a photography umbrella, softbox, or a reflector with a diffuser panel to soften harsh sunlight or studio lights. These tools scatter and soften the light before it reaches your subject.

Outside of work, Veronica can be found spending time with and caring for her family, including nieces, nephews, and grandchildren. With lived experience with the Safe Babies Court Team with her great-niece and nephew, Veronica brings valuable perspective and insight to the program.

Over the course of her career, Erin has had the opportunity to work in a variety of different settings, from home visitation, to child welfare, to homelessness response, and Head Start. Her expertise in early childhood programming and passion for strengthening families drives her work in the Safe Babies program as they partner with families to navigate complex systemic challenges. Erin is passionate about addressing structural inequities so that every person is able to live a healthy and empowered life.

Theo (they/them/theirs) joined the Illuminate team in August of 2022 as the Community Initiatives Associate. In their role, Theo provides administrative support to the Colorado Partnership for Thriving Families. Coming to Illuminate with experience in child welfare, supervising Court Appointed Special Advocates for youth with open Dependency and Neglect cases, Theo is passionate about prevention work and systems change to strengthen families. In addition to having earned their Masters of Social Work, Theo has also been published in The Journal of Baccalaureate Social Work!

Having lived in many states and overseas, Anne eventually decided to return home to Colorado– there is no place like home, she says!

Justine (she/her/hers) joined the Illuminate team in June of 2021 and is currently the Communications Manager. In her role, Justine supports Illuminate Colorado’s work to strengthen families, organizations, and communities by connecting community members and professionals to its vision and mission through strategic communications. Coming to Illuminate with experience communicating with stakeholders such as students, families, educators, donors, board members, and community members, Justine is passionate about meaningful, transformative storytelling. She knows the importance of encouraging others to use their voices to share their own stories and inspire curiosity, growth, and equity. Justine has a Master of Arts in English from the University of Colorado Denver and a Certificate in Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion in the Workplace from the University of South Florida.

Outside of work, JoAnn can be found spending time with her three children, three grandchildren, and Ken, her love and best friend of 13 years. JoAnn’s favorite parts about living in Colorado are the beauty, the mountains, and the lakes!

A big fan of the outdoors, her favorite thing to do during Colorado summers is take the trailer out for camping trips in the mountains!

Brittney comes to Illuminate with experience supporting the lobbying and administration efforts of Colorado Counties Incorporated; including the Health and Human Services steering committee's policy and implementation on the local government level. The mission of Illuminate resonates deeply with Brittney, and she is passionate about strengthening Colorado's communities for the benefit of its children and future generations.

Christina can connect to Illuminate’s mission, which is why working in this position is such a natural fit for her. At illuminate, her passion, empathy, and heart for service can shine through.

Sarah has 2 kids, a dog (Basil), and a cat (NASA). Outside of work, Sarah loves to enjoy the Colorado fall colors by getting outside for a hike. Sarah and her family love to cook– head over for some sushi or spaghetti (their specialities!)

Mary is passionate about ensuring that people feel seen, supported, and nourished. She understands that supporting children’s capacity to grow in a world where they feel safe and valued benefits us all, and she strives to be a part of that impact.

A lot of photographers prefer shooting on overcast days as clouds act as natural diffusers. If you're in England that's basically most days! However, the diffused light effects can also be achieved in other conditions by moving the subject in a shaded area where the lighting is still pretty good. Blue hour (after golden hour or at dawn) are also excellent times to shoot when you want a natural diffuser!

There are many styles of shooting where we can utilize natural diffusers. Clouds are the easiest way to use as a natural diffuser. They help to cut the harshness of the sunlight. Be it during the morning or evening golden hours; utilizing cloud cover will help your images have that 'POP' that we all are looking for. If its hard to setup times when the clouds are out in the sky, having a sheet of paper or a white sheet between your flash and the subject can help achieve similar results.

In her free time, Miranda enjoys spending time with family and friends, concerts, camping and attending different sporting events including basketball, soccer and football. She loves coffee, vacationing on the beach, and trying new restaurants.

Shira Shump (she/her/hers) joined the Illuminate team in August of 2023 as the FASD Program Manager. In her role, Shira guides families, youth, professionals, and community members in accessing best practices and raising awareness of Fetal Alcohol Spectrum Disorders (FASD).

Équipez-vous ou préférez la « débrouille » : à vous de choisir ! L’éclairage de qualité studio n’est pas réservé qu’aux photographes professionnels possédant un équipement onéreux. Vous pouvez jouer avec une lumière diffuse, quel que soit votre budget. Quasiment toutes les techniques de diffusion reposent sur le même principe : placer un écran, une feuille ou un filtre translucide entre la source lumineuse et le sujet pour réorienter les rayons de lumière dure et ainsi adoucir l’éclairage.

Lot of photographers specially the younger generation rely on post process. There is no doubt that these softwares are great help to us but at the same time as a photographer we should be getting the right shot at the first place. Imagine if a client ask you to look at the shot at the back of the screen, what would you like to explain to him. You cannot tell him that you will fix it later in the post process. As a photographer, our credibility is our best tool. During my portrait shoots, I try my best to establish my client's trust in me,as I then able to get the expression and emotions out of them.Once they have faith in me, they know that they will have great images after the session and participate in the shoot.

Aim to make photos from artificial lighting to look like they were taken with natural lighting, and you will be in on a good path to mastering photography.

JoAnn Garbiso (she/her/hers) joined the Illuminate team in September of 2023 as the Lead Teacher on mobile child care classroom Caramel in Pueblo, Colorado. In her position JoAnn plans, organizes, implements, and delivers an early childhood program curriculum to enrolled children’s individual and group educational, intellectual, physical, social, and emotional needs.

Be mindful when you habitually use diffused lighting. A beautiful diffused light can also make your subject a flat, under-dramatic look. Which in many cases may not be the look you are looking for, but you are stuck with it thinking that it is best practice.

Outside of work, Ryan enjoys snowboarding, watching NBA basketball (go OKC Thunder!), and spending evenings at home playing strategy board games with his husband. His favorite thing about living in Colorado is the great weather and snowboarding on the Western Slope!

Kelli’s favorite part of living in Colorado are the seasons and the ability to travel to beautiful places across the state!

I am a full-bore creative, both a fine-art photographer and a professional writer. Am looking for connections in the museum / art exhibition world to display my work on glacial retreat and addiction.

I've tried 'em all — and it depends on whether you're shooting in a studio, on location indoors, or outdoors. Oddly enough, one of the best diffusers is a foggy morning! But one can't just order up the weather, so diffused flash or a ring flash is good for most indoor situations, or outdoors if it's a dark day or you need to break up too bright sunlight.

Christina Ambrose (she/her/hers) joined the Illuminate team in August of 2023 as the Grants & Events Manager. In her role, Christina manages grants, fundraising and community events, and volunteer opportunities.

Toni (she/her/hers) joined the Illuminate team in 2018 and is currently the Circle of Parents Recovery Program Manager. Illuminate Colorado is the state intermediary for Circle of Parents and, in her role, Toni oversees the program, providing tools and resources to help families heal. As a parent in recovery who has been facilitating Circle of Parents in Recovery groups since 2014, Toni knows that every parent is a leader and needs support to discover that about themselves. In recognition of her work, Toni has received the Casey Excellence for Children Award.

Linda loves living in Colorado because she gets to be close to family. Outside of work, she enjoys spending time with her grandbabies, reading, and singing!

In her free time, Meghan enjoys spending time with her dog Homer, going to concerts, knitting, and writing. Her favorite parts of living in Colorado are the warm people, the diverse community she has built, and the magnificent mountains!

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Outside of work, you can find Cristina running around with her two kids and partner and supporting community efforts. Her favorite part about living in Colorado is the four seasons that allow for fun outside activities all year long!

Shannon Nissen (she/her/hers) joined the Illuminate Colorado team in September of 2024 as a Safe Babies Community Coordinator in Larimer County. In her role, Shannon collaborates with judicial and child welfare leadership, community partners, and other stakeholders to support Larimer County’s Safe Babies Court Team (SBCT) initiative.

Outside of work, Christina enjoys traveling, cooking, scouring the aisles at Costco, and of course, spoiling her cat. Her favorite part about living in Colorado are the people and the beautiful weather– and she is looking forward to becoming more outdoorsy!

Toni has three daughters and is a kinship care provider for three grandchildren– she points to her family as her source of strength and biggest cheer section. Her favorite thing about living in Colorado are the mountains!

Jordan is a big fan of spending time with friends, listening to and talking about music, and learning to cook! “When I grow up I want to be like Julia Child and be able to cook more than pizza rolls.”

Lex is passionate about this work because, through personal and work experience, they have witnessed the ways in which community supports can strengthen families and empower people to thrive. She enjoys engaging in innovative, evidence-informed, community-driven policy work that creates happier, healthier communities. As Congresswoman Ayanna Presley put it, "Policy is my love language."

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Jason, his wife, and their three daughters live in the foothills of the Rockies. They love many things about Colorado: blue skies, green forests, clean air, big mountains, deep snow, good concerts, rivers, hot springs, huts– the list goes on!

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Linda (she/her/hers) joined the Illuminate team in November of 2021 as the Director of Finance and Human Resources, where she provides day-to-day oversight of her team’s functioning. Coming to Illuminate with over 20 years of experience in Nonprofit Finance and Human Resources Management, Linda has been instrumental in the startup of two nonprofits where she designed and implemented financial structures and human resource functions.

Le meilleur moyen pour utiliser les différentes lumières à bonne escient c’est de pratiquer, tester, essayer. Internet regorge d’informations concernant celles-ci. À vous de savoir quelle lumière vous souhaitez utiliser ! Alors plutôt naturelle ou artificielle ?

Karci Lockwood (she/her/hers) joined the Illuminate Colorado team in April of 2023 as the Community Initiatives Associate. In her role, Karci provides administrative support to the Colorado Partnership for Thriving Families.

Tani Korb (she/her/hers) joined the Illuminate team in October 2023 as the Executive Assistant. In her role, Tani supports the Executive Director through calendar management and organization, scheduling, travel planning, note taking, and general office support.

Before joining Illuminate, Mary worked in direct care and care coordination in the behavioral health space. Mary’s focus has been on supporting youth and their families through prevention and early intervention, in-home trauma systems therapy, and working with statewide youth suicide prevention.

Outside of work, Nicole loves spending time with her two fluffy and hilarious Siberian kitties, Willow and Kowak’hoya. She lives in Colorado Springs, where she is active in the dance and aerial silks community. One of her favorite things about living in Colorado are the clear, seemingly endless expanses of sky.

Before coming to Illuminate, Sarah worked on the development, launch, and management of ParentsThrive.org, an online tool for new and expecting parents in Colorado. Having earned her B.A. in Biochemistry from Colorado College, she is interested in early childhood wellbeing and development, and the communications involved in connecting families to the support they need to thrive.

Sadie Rose (she/her/hers) joined the Illuminate team in January of 2021 as the Education Program Manager. In her role, Sadie Rose provides training and facilitator support for Illuminate’s Child Sexual Abuse Prevention training. Having spent a decade as a victim advocate, Sadie Rose knows that communication and education are essential to de-stigmatization and allows for open and honest conversations. “The more we talk about child maltreatment the better we can creatively problem solve and collaborate to prevent it from occurring.”

My favorite is the bounce flash technique which involves redirecting your flash off a surface like a wall or ceiling (white is the preferred color). This creates a soft, diffused light similar to natural window or skylight illumination, reducing harsh shadows and the red-eye effect.

Patsy’s favorite things about living in Colorado are the open outdoor spaces and wonderful weather. She makes an effort to visit the mountains each year to reconnect with nature and take walks in the park to relax. Patsy is also always a fan of a fresh cup of ice cream!

Bounce flash is a technique that involves bouncing the light from your flash off a reflective surface, such as a wall, a ceiling, or a reflector. Bounce flash can create a soft, diffused light effect in your photographs, as it mimics the natural light from a window or a skylight. Bounce flash can also reduce the harsh shadows and red-eye effect that direct flash can cause. To use bounce flash, you need to adjust the angle and power of your flash, as well as the color and distance of the reflective surface. For example, you can tilt your flash upwards or sideways, use a low or medium power setting, and bounce the light off a white or neutral-colored surface.

Mary has been the Data Specialist for the Safe Babies program since 2022, and comes to Illuminate with experience in administrative support. She is passionate about ensuring that every child has the chance to thrive, and believes in the work of Safe Babies and Illuminate to help reach this goal.

Le flash rebond, aussi appelé flash cobra s’utilise facilement sur tout types d’appareils photo. Lorsque votre lumière est faible et que vous devez utiliser votre flash, vous pouvez utiliser le réflecteur pour faire rebondir la lumière de votre flash. C’est dans ces situations-là qu’il faudrait peut-être recourir à des techniques d’utilisation plus avancées, dont celle du rebond.

Jillian (she/her/hers) joined the Illuminate team in August of 2017 and is currently Deputy Director. In her role, Jillian leads development and implementation of systems changes strategies, responds to shifting conditions, and supports organizational and program sustainability. She also directly supervises Behavioral Health Initiatives, Communications, Early Childhood Initiatives, Evaluation, Grants & Development, and Policy work. With a background in organizing community members around opportunities to affect health policy, Jillian is passionate about her work because she wants to live a happier, healthier, and more just world where families have what they need to thrive.

The best and easiest way for any portrait artist in my opinion is to wait for a cloudy day. The cloud serves perfectly as the soft box for the harsh sunlight and helps to create pictures with less and sometimes with no shadows. On any harsh light day, one can shoot in the open shade to avoid the contrasty light. The big windows can be used as a source of light to create great portraits. A small portable reflector can be used to further cut down the shadows depending on the amount of shadows you need on your subject.

Genevieve comes to Illuminate with a degree in Business Administration and a career in personal finance where she completed her Certified Financial Planner (CFP) certification. She also has experience in office management, managing finance, accounting, and human resources duties.

I found that chaging the camera system reframes your mindset quite fast. If you shoot digital, get a 35mm camera and put a few rolls of film through it. If you shoot full frame, get a medium or large format camera and change your perspective. The more you work within one format, especially without new imput and research, the less creative you will be. Because you get stuck in a rut and follow the same patterns. Also, forcing yourself to shoot a different style or subject type could push you out of your confort zone and into new creative areas.

Place a white sheet between your subject and a floodlight, we would get much softer shadows than if we simply hit the subject directly with the floodlight.While a softbox may produce soft shadows on a human when 5 ft away, it will likely produce sharp shadows on a car. In ideal soft lighting scenarios there’s a direct relationship between the size of your subject and the recommended size of your source light. As your subject gets bigger, so should the size of your light source if you want soft shadows. You can find a lot of diffusers that may help on Amazon.

Dawn (she/her/hers) joined the Illuminate team in March of 2022 and is currently the Director of Early Childhood Initiatives. In her role, Dawn provides backbone support to ensure the successful implementation of Colorado Department of Early Childhood's (CDEC) Colorado Early Childhood Comprehensive Systems: Health Integration Prenatal to Three (CO-ECCS) Project as well as supporting the Colorado Partnership for Thriving Families (CPTF).

Bouncing the flash off the white surface is always a great way to mimic the soft light created by a huge soft box. There are two important things to keep I mind though: first, one needs to use more power from the flash unit which means if you are using batteries you are draining them at a faster rate. Second, one might be using a bigger aperture to compensate the light which means less depth of field.

Before joining Illuminate, Shannon worked with individuals experiencing homelessness, helping to connect folks with housing, opportunities, and resources in Larimer County. Shannon has had a long career in early childhood education as well as working with youth in treatment facilities and alongside other professionals, guardians, case workers, and foster families. Shannon is passionate about supporting families while also implementing systemic change. She knows the power in recognizing individual strengths and helping families to see those strengths in themselves.

Previous to her work at the Kempe Center, Colleen spent nineteen years with the Larimer County Department of Human Services. Her child welfare experience includes work in family preservation, ongoing child protection, foster and kinship care, staff training, and practice coaching.

Cassie (she/her/hers) joined the Illuminate team in March of 2020 and is currently the Strategic Initiatives Manager. In her role, Cassie supports Illuminate's systems change efforts that are focused on organizational practice change and policy by offering backbone support to the Child Sexual Abuse Prevention Coalition and Infant Safe Sleep Partnership, supporting the CHoSEN Collaborative, and supporting Illuminate's efforts around state and federal legislative policy. Cassie came to Illuminate with experience providing services to children and families, and knows that creating a better world for children and families requires efforts at all levels of the Spectrum of Prevention and collaboration between individuals, families, and multisector professionals.

Outside of work, you can find Sydney spending time with her three kids and two cats, writing poetry, reading, or adding to her gratitude journal. Her favorite parts of living in Colorado are the beautiful fall and winter seasons!

Joan (she/her/hers) joined the Illuminate team in September of 2019 as the Director of Family Support. In her role, Joan oversees the development and implementation of the Illuminating Child Care and Circle of Parents programs. Joan came to Illuminate with over 20 years of experience in Early Childhood Education, always working to support children and families in their communities.

Photography is an art, using the best light to the object. Many diffuser equipment available in the market, and using that effectively with technique will give the best results.

In his free time, Mike enjoys hiking, yardwork, cheering on the Nuggets and Kansas State Wildcats, plus checking out great restaurants with friends. His favorite part about living in Colorado is the generosity, grit and tenacity of Coloradans!

Outside of work, Jenny enjoys spending time with her kids and grandchildren, as well as golfing and hiking. Her favorite parts about living in Colorado are the mountains, the sunshine, and the snow!

Jordan Davis (she/her/hers) joined the Illuminate team in January of 2023 as an Early Childhood Teacher. In her role, Jordan works with Illuminating Child Care team members Patsy and Eric on the mobile child care units, providing child care for families while caregivers receive treatment and support. After earning a degree in Sociology and Psychology, Jordan gained experience working with at-risk youth in a residential facility setting. Kids are always bringing excitement to Jordan’s life, and she loves working with children because of how unique each child is and the joy they bring to her life every day.

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Shoot in front of a window and use white sheer drapes to create the same effect. Or use white plastic bags or even paper towels taped to the window to create the same diffusion. Get creative with everyday subjects that anyone had on hand.

Outside of work, Tani can be found spending time with her husband and her dog, Lila. She enjoys circus arts, viticulture, and snowboarding. Having previously lived in California, one of Tani’s favorite things about living in Colorado are the different seasons!

Born and raised in Southwest Colorado, Sadie Rose loves that she can drive two hours in any direction and be in a totally different climate. She enjoys spending time outside of work with her husband, dogs, and two retired equine therapy horses.

Miranda Lopez (she/her/hers) joined the Illuminate Colorado team in September of 2024 as an Early Childhood Teacher. Miranda entered the early childhood education field at a young age and knew that working with children is where her heart belongs. She has 20 years of experience working with children from the ages of six weeks through 12 years as well as youth ranging in ages from 11 to 17 years old. Miranda has a passion for making a difference and teaching and assisting children in reaching their milestones.

Genevieve Peek (she/her/hers) joined the Illuminate team in August of 2023 as the Finance Manager. In her role, Genevieve supports the finance and administrative responsibilities of the organization, contributing to accounts payable, receivable, and ongoing financial processes and procedures.

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Danielle McQueen (she/her/hers) joined the Illuminate team in August of 2023 as an Evaluation & Strategic Learning Manager. In her role, Danielle works closely with the Education, Policy, Behavioral Heal Initiatives, and Early Childhood Initiatives teams focusing on strategic learning and continuous quality improvement.

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Christina comes to Illuminate with over a decade of experience working in the nonprofit sector, specifically in Volunteer and Event Management and Program Development. Her previous roles include working for the United Service Organizations (USO), where she implemented many new programs for deployed service members and their families.

JoAnn has an associates degree in early childhood education, is director qualified with a certificate in the State of Colorado, and comes to Illuminate with 16 years of experience as an early childhood educator. She is passionate about being part of the beginning stages of a child’s education, and is always excited to see their successes as they grow up! JoAnn loves when past students remember their time together and refer to her as one of their favorite teachers.

Pour créer un effet de lumière douce et diffuse dans vos photographies, plusieurs techniques peuvent être employées. L'utilisation de diffuseurs, comme des softboxes ou des parapluies en photographie de studio, aide à adoucir la lumière. En extérieur, tirer parti de la lumière naturelle, surtout durant les heures dorées du matin ou du soir, peut produire une lumière douce. L'utilisation de réflecteurs pour diriger la lumière naturelle ou artificielle de manière plus uniforme est également efficace. De plus, expérimenter avec des filtres de diffusion ou même des matériaux translucides devant la source lumineuse peut aider à adoucir les ombres et à créer une atmosphère plus douce et plus flatteuse dans vos images.

Melissa comes to Illuminate with over 25 years of education and work experience in the Human Services field, working with people of all ages and genders. Throughout her career, Melissa has found a passion for helping others, and loves to see healthy and safe outcomes for families.

Shannon comes to Illuminate with over a decade of experience volunteering and working in domestic violence shelters, as a Legal Advocate for domestic violence survivors, a Training Manager for a statewide domestic violence coalition, a Forensic Interviewer at a Child Advocacy Center, and as a Training Facilitator for child welfare workers who work with families impacted by domestic violence.

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Anne (she/her/hers) joined the Illuminate team in November of 2015, and currently serves as Deputy Director. In her role, Anne leads development and implementation for organizational program growth, including but not limited to new curricula, programs, expansion, and leverageable opportunities. She also supervises Family Support Programs, Home Visitation Programs, and Education Programs.

Before joining Illuminate, Kim spent 11 years with the 8th Judicial District Attorney's Office as a Victim Advocate in the Special Victims Unit. Prior to that, she worked in private Probation and Residential Youth Treatment. Having spent most of her career supporting families who have been affected by abuse or neglect, Kim is excited by Illuminate’s focus on prevention and is looking forward to a shift in perspective.

Soft, diffused light is a desirable effect for many photographers, as it can create a flattering, natural, and dreamy mood in your images. However, achieving this effect can be challenging, especially when you have to work with harsh, direct, or artificial light sources. In this article, we will explore some of the most effective techniques for creating a soft, diffused light effect in your photographs, using different tools and methods.

Megan’s favorite part about living in Colorado is the variety of cultures and landscapes, from red dirt and green chili to old mining towns and European style castles!

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Colorado is home for Shana. She and her four siblings were born and raised here, and she now has 17 nieces and nephews who call Colorado home. Shana’s favorite parts about living in Colorado are her family, the diversity, the clean air, and the mountains. She loves that there is always so much to do, even if you choose to do nothing!

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Nicole comes to Illuminate with a degree in Integrated Design and Architecture and experience in web and graphic design, outdoor education programming, and wildlife conservation education and training. With a background in the arts, higher education, and outdoor education, Nicole is passionate about providing families with the building blocks they need to have access to similar positive experiences.

The final technique for creating a soft, diffused light effect in your photographs is to experiment and practice with different combinations of the techniques mentioned above. Experimenting and practicing can help you discover new ways to create a diffused light effect, as well as improve your skills and confidence as a photographer. To experiment and practice, you need to have a curious and creative mindset, as well as a willingness to learn from your mistakes and feedback. For example, you can try different light sources, diffusers, angles, positions, settings, and effects, and compare the results and see what works best for you and your style.

Outside of work, Trisha enjoys camping, biking, swimming, paddle boarding, and hunting with her spouse and two children. Her favorite parts about living in Colorado are the beautiful scenery and access to outdoor recreation activities!

Outside of work, Melissa can be found bringing her teenage twins to school and sports, or running a youth wrestling club with her husband. Melissa and her family enjoy helping children find a safe space to learn a new sport and be active. Her favorite part of living in Colorado is the variety of seasons!

Outside of work, Hayley has fun trying to improve her downhill skiing skills, cheering for the Colorado Avalanche, and caring for a 100 lb. therapy dog named Sully.

Before joining Illuminate, Karci worked as the Program Director for Court Appointed Special Advocates (CASA) of Mesa County, training and supporting volunteers to be the voice for children with open child abuse and neglect cases.

Post-processing is an important factor for photography. If you are shooting in RAW format then to transfer it to a usable file format you have to use some kind of software so this first step is already "post-processing." I do think that every photographer regardless of amateur or professional post-processes and there is absolutely nothing wrong about that. Having said that, I would still advise getting as much "right" while behind the camera and shooting the images. Paying attention to detail, light, colour etc. is advisable while shooting rather than spending hours with post-processing software editing for hours. This way you are able to focus on editing the basic things and get back to the next shoot and next photo job!

Erin Baker-Ojeda (she/her/hers) joined the Illuminate team in December of 2023 as a Community Coordinator for the Safe Babies program. In her role, Erin works on the family, agency, and community levels to advance systems change to better serve infants and their families who are involved in the child welfare system. She also partners with the community to bolster prevention efforts of child maltreatment and neglect.

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Colleen believes that all families deserve to thrive, and is passionate about using her skills to help others learn how to support families so they can reach their full potential.

As I mostly shoot in my studio, during diffused light is an integral part of my shoot, especially in product photography. I always diffusion panels or scrim to diffuse the light. When it comes to diffusion panels, I often have to use double diffusion depending on the intensity of light I use.

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Shana Shaw (she/her/hers) joined the Illuminate team in October of 2023 as the Circle of Parents Specialty Program Manager. In her role, Shana oversees the promotion, development, implementation, and expansion of the Circle of Parents model in Colorado, with a focus on Specialized Parenting and Caregiving.

Currently, Jade serves on the Colorado Partnership for Thriving Families Steering Committee, SuPPoRT Colorado Steering Committee, Delivery of Child Welfare Services Task Force, Home Visitation Investment Task Force, Essentials for Childhood Steering Committee, Early Childhood Department Transition Advisory Group, Safe Child Care Task Force, Plans of Safe Care Rule Writing Group, and Colorado Consortium for Prescription Drug Abuse Prevention.

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Missy (she/her/hers) joined the Illuminate team in March of 2020 and is currently a Senior Education Program Manager. In her role, Missy builds relationships with people and organizations that shift their perspective and practices in ways that benefit the long term outcomes for children and youth within communities. Her work includes developing curriculum, training and group facilitation, individual or group coaching, program planning and development, and supporting organizational implementation.

Diffused light is light that has been scattered or reflected by a medium, such as clouds, fog, water, or a translucent material. Diffused light reduces the contrast, shadows, and highlights in your scene, creating a more even and gentle illumination. Diffused light is often preferred for portraits, landscapes, and still life photography, as it can enhance the colors, textures, and details of your subject.

As the Executive Director of Illuminate Colorado, she has participated in and led many state level initiatives related to child maltreatment, substance use, child maltreatment prevention, public awareness, and collaborative community approaches. Jade has dedicated her career to creating a Colorado in which all children and families have access to the support, resources, and conditions they need to thrive, when, where, and how they need them.

In her free time, Sreena likes to play board games with friends, cook at home, hike with her dog, and listen to audiobooks. Her favorite part about living in Colorado is enjoying the beautiful mountains!

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Outside of work, you can find Shannon spending time with her kiddo, rock climbing, paddle boarding, crafting, cooking, or listening to music. Her favorite part of living in Colorado is being able to float in the middle of a lake surrounded by beautiful mountains!

Mary McGarvy (she/her/hers) joined the Illuminate team in December of 2023 as the Data Specialist for the Safe Babies program. In her role, Mary enters and processes data for the Safe Babies program, in addition to coordinating with other programs to assist with their specific data needs.

Shannon’s favorite question is “Why are we doing it this way?” and her least favorite answer is “Because we have always done it that way.” She loves to engage in conversations about how professions can better interact with families to not only help families and communities thrive, but also to help professionals find more joy and satisfaction in their work.

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One of the easiest ways to create a soft, diffused light effect in your photographs is to use natural diffusers, such as clouds, fog, mist, or haze. These elements can filter and soften the sunlight, creating a more flattering and atmospheric light. To use natural diffusers, you need to pay attention to the weather, the time of day, and the direction of the light. For example, you can shoot during overcast days, early mornings, or late afternoons, when the sun is low and less intense. You can also position yourself and your subject in relation to the light source, such as facing away from the sun, or using a backlight or a side light.

I agree that ideally getting the shot right is the best way to insure you achieve the ideal photograph, but in reality that’s not always possible. Rather than setting the white balance in Photoshop, I’ve had success using the gray balance, and making sure there is a perfect gray element in the shot (even if it’s on the edge to be cropped out).

Post-processing is another technique that can help you create a soft, diffused light effect in your photographs, using software such as Photoshop, Lightroom, or GIMP. Post-processing can allow you to fine-tune and enhance the light, color, contrast, and sharpness of your images, as well as apply filters and effects that can simulate a diffused light. To use post-processing, you need to have a good understanding of the tools and features of your software, as well as the principles of exposure, white balance, and color grading. For example, you can use the curves, levels, or exposure adjustments to brighten and soften your image, use the white balance and color balance adjustments to correct and warm up your image, and use the blur, glow, or soft focus effects to create a diffused light effect.

Colleen Gibley-Reed (she/her/hers) joined the Illuminate Colorado team in July of 2024 as the Director of Education. In her role, Colleen is responsible for leading the Education Strategies of Illuminate Colorado. From curricula development and implementation, through training promotion and delivery, to revision and continuous quality improvement, Colleen oversees and ensures consistency and high-quality education programming, supports communications and evaluation processes, and engages with partners at the local, state, and national level.

Additionally, Anne is trained as a facilitator in a variety of areas including substance use and families, protective factors, Adverse Childhood Experiences (ACEs), abusive head trauma, and child sexual abuse prevention.

To bounce the light from the on-camera flash, point the flashgun head towards the ceiling of the side walls as per the shot's requirement. A white ceiling or wall is desired to point the flashgun towards to avoid any colour cast and even spread of the light. Most flashguns have inbuilt bounce cards that can be utilized to fill the light on the subject. Suppose the ceiling has a beam or other structure that parts the top in more than one section. Then, keep the subject and the flashgun in the same section only. Otherwise, the beam or other elements may block the light from reaching the subject, and the shot will be underexposed.

Marissa (she/her/hers) joined the Illuminate team in August of 2022 and is currently the Human Resources Manager. In her role, Marissa supports the Director of Human Resources in various HR duties. Marissa is passionate about the Human Services field and loves to use her accounting and HR background to contribute to and support Illuminate’s amazing work. After earning her Associates degree in Criminal Justice, Marissa worked in accounting before leaving to pursue her interest in HR and non-profit work.

Anne's career choice, like many people who serve in the field of strengthening children, families, and communities, was influenced by personal reasons from past experiences or environments. “I personally do this work because I believe I have the opportunity through my experiences and knowledge to partner with others to make a positive change in the lives of families.”

Outside of work, Kim can be found spending time with her family and two dogs, often running, swimming, baking, or fly fishing! Kim’s favorite part of living in Colorado is spending time outdoors throughout every season.

Liz comes to Illuminate with 12 years of experience as a human resources leader working in the nonprofit sector, supporting individuals striving to enhance communities for the betterment of children and families. Every day, Liz is energized and inspired by working alongside dedicated advocates who share her passion, fueling her commitment to facilitating the success and wellbeing of staff.

Shannon Day (she/her/hers) joined the Illuminate team in August of 2023 as an Education Program Manager. In her role, Shannon works with the Senior Education Program Manager to facilitate trainings focused on strengths-based practices to improve outcomes for families. She also works to develop and enhance training curricula on topics such as safe storage and Fetal Alcohol Spectrum Disorders (FASD). Additionally, Shannon supports the coordination of the Strengthening Colorado Families and Communities Conference.

Veronica grew up in Colorado and absolutely loves it– her favorite part of living here is experiencing all four seasons! Throughout her world you can find Veronica expressing one of her many identities as a caregiver, advocate, parent, co-guardian, and public health professional.

Another way to create a soft, diffused light effect in your photographs is to use artificial diffusers, such as umbrellas, softboxes, reflectors, or diffuser panels. These tools can modify and diffuse the light from your flash, strobe, or other artificial light source, creating a more natural and pleasing light. To use artificial diffusers, you need to consider the size, shape, and distance of the diffuser, as well as the angle and position of the light source. For example, you can use a large and round diffuser, such as an umbrella or a softbox, close to your subject, and at a 45-degree angle from the camera.

Katie Newell (she/her/hers) joined the Illuminate team in December of 2023 as the In-house Counsel and Safe Babies Statewide Manager. In her role, Katie supports existing Safe Babies sites and assists with facilitation of the statewide expansion of the Safe Babies approach. She also leads the Safe Babies State Advisory Group.

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Angelica was born in Bogota, Colombia, has two teenage sons, and loves to hike, ride bikes, and paddle board. Her favorite thing about living in Colorado is the outdoors and the liberal mindset!

Sydney Salas (she/her/hers) joined the Illuminate Colorado team in December of 2023 as a Family Navigator in the Best for Babies Program. In her role, Sydney works with new and expecting mothers who struggle with substance use or their mental health. Sydney provides resources to parents and connects them with basic needs to help get them back on track.

AnnaMarie comes to Illuminate as a Licensed Social Worker, with a Masters degree in Social Work, and certifications in Equine Assisted Learning and Equine Assisted Psychotherapy. AnnaMarie loves to watch families grow to their fullest potential and is passionate about supporting system shifts to ensure families can access the resources and support they need to thrive.

Lex Loutzenhiser (she/they) joined the Illuminate team in January of 2023 as a Policy Manager. In their role, Lex supports organizational policy activities, including conducting policy research and analysis, engaging stakeholders, and advocating for policies that support Illuminate's mission and the communities we serve. Lex came to Illuminate with a background in social work, providing direct services to individuals who use substances and people living with HIV in rural Colorado. She also has experience conducting public health outreach and education, with a focus on youth and adult behavioral health, access to low barrier health services, and harm reduction.

When I was getting started with photography, experimenting (especially with light) greatly benefitted me and gave me the insight I needed to understand that photography really is about light at the end of the day, and how you can manipulate or work it to your advantage. From experimenting in-camera when it comes to lighting, to switching up your environment and using diffusers to see how that impacts light. Explore, experiment and most of all - enjoy getting to know the relationship between yourself, lighting and the end result that is your photo.

Mary Houlihan (she/her/hers) joined the Illuminate team in August of 2023 and is currently an Early Childhood Initiatives Manager. In her role, Mary provides backbone support to ensure the successful implementation of Colorado Department of Early Childhood's (CDEC) Colorado Early Childhood Comprehensive Systems: Health Integration Prenatal to Three (CO-ECCS) Project, as well as backbone support to the Colorado Infant Safe Sleep Partnership.

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Marissa has two dogs, Daisy and Bandit, and she loves spending time with family– preferably while also enjoying outdoor activities like fishing and camping. Her favorite things about living in Colorado are all of the seasons and the colorful environment!

Outside of work, Hattie likes to take advantage of the Colorado sunshine and mountains by backpacking, cross-country skiing, and backcountry skiing!

Outside of work, Mary loves reading fantasy books, walking her dog Shylo, and swimming competitively with her partner. She also enjoys experimenting with cooking, baking, and brewing coffee! Mary’s favorite part of living in Colorado is the beautiful weather in the spring and fall seasons.

Through Dawn’s experience directly supporting children and their families in navigating services and supports, she has seen how important it is for families to feel heard and valued. She comes to systems building work in hopes to innovate and cultivate the conditions that ensure children are able to thrive, that their families are empowered and supported, and their communities are nurturing environments.

Outside of Illuminate, Colleen also teaches as an adjunct faculty member at the University of Denver, teaching courses on power, privilege, and oppression at the Graduate School of Social Work.

Sydney is passionate about this work because mothers who struggle with substance use have a special place in her heart. Sydney has lived experience in this area, and has grown to see the beauty on the other side. Sydney’s hope is to help others see that same beauty, as well as help to ensure that children have healthy, happy parents.

Eric (he/him/his) joined the Illuminate team in September of 2020 and is currently the Child Care Operations Manager. In his role, Eric works on RV Honey (part of the Illuminating Child Care program) providing child care and navigation services to families. Eric came to Illuminate with over 15 years of experience teaching and working with children, and is passionate about providing children and families with every opportunity to thrive. Eric has a degree in Human Development and has a Level 4 Certification through Colorado Shines.

Use your hand with the modelling light to test the quality of your light! Scrunch your fist into a ball and rotate it around to see how your light will effect your subject! Old trick i learnt assisting!

AnnaMarie Neal (she/her/hers) joined the Illuminate Colorado team in December of 2023 as the Director of Safe Babies. In her role, AnnaMarie manages the Safe Babies team, helping to strengthen families in complex situations impacted by public and government systems.

Outside of work, Dawn likes to cook and bake, as well as spend time with her two dogs, Rosie and Crosby. Her favorite thing about living in Colorado is that she doesn’t need to travel far to enjoy the solace of the outdoors, especially the backcountry!

Yvonne comes to Illuminate with over 9 years of experience in classroom settings, including kindergarten and preschool. She loves witnessing children’s growth and development, building relationships with kids, and sparking their love for learning.

In her free time, Karci enjoys rafting, mountain biking, and camping with her family. Her favorite part about living in Colorado is how outdoor adventures wait right outside her backdoor!

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Meghan understands that collaboration and connection is critical to creating lasting change, and it excited to be at an organization that values these methods. She is passionate about child and family wellness, and creating equity for those with more complex needs.

Jason (he/him/his) joined the Illuminate team in January of 2018 and is currently a Senior Education Program Manager. In his role, Jason develops evidence-based curricula and delivers trainings focused on strengths-based prevention and intervention concepts. With a background in serving individuals, families, and children in a variety of education and human services roles for 25 years, Jason is passionate about work that strengthens families and changes lives. Jason is Illuminate Colorado’s resident expert on substance use and families, leading the Child Welfare Training System and Smart Choices Safe Kids programs.

Outside of work, Erin loves to try new foods, play volleyball, dance, read, and spend time with her two cats. Her favorite parts about living in Colorado are the access to outdoor recreation and spending time with close by family!

Veronica’s favorite part about living in Colorado is how quickly the weather can change from one minute to the next. She finds that being flexible with the weather has allowed her to see the benefits of flexibility in other parts of her life!

Jessica (she/her/hers) joined the Illuminate team in September of 2020 as the Senior Circle of Parents Associate. In her role, Jessica supports the management of data and dissemination of materials for the Circle of Parents program, as well as leads the Learning and Development Committee. Prior to coming to Illuminate, Jessica spent two years as an AmeriCorps member, gaining experience managing data. Jessica knows that numbers can tell overlooked stories and are essential in the effort to help families, no matter where they are in life.

Cristina’s lifelong passion is working with systemic structures to increase the communities' capacity for wellbeing, and she is thrilled to be working in a role that allows her to contribute to brighter futures for kids and families.

Sarah (she/her/hers) joined the Illuminate team in December of 2019 as the Bloom Yoga Program Manager. In her role, Sarah brings healing centered, trauma informed yoga to children, families and professionals. Coming to Illuminate with over 15 years of experience  in the field of child welfare, Sarah believes that everyone should have access to yoga and regulation practices. Sarah found yoga and mindfulness in her own healing and resilience and she can’t wait to share it with others. Sarah is a registered yoga teacher, children’s yoga teacher, and is trained in trauma informed yoga.

Anna joined the Illuminate team in June of 2019 and serves as the Director of Evaluation and Strategic Learning. In her role, Anna leads the data collection, evaluation, and strategic learning efforts at Illuminate with the goal of advancing organizational functioning, reach, and impact. She also oversees the design and implementation of Illuminate's data systems and infrastructure in pursuit of this same goal.

Outside of work, Katies enjoys spending time with her husband and daughter. Her favorite part about living in Colorado is how much it reminds her of her home state, Montana – except with more sunshine!

In the art of product photography for advertising, creativity consistently delivers the most impactful outcomes. To achieve optimal lighting conditions and generate soft, flattering shadows, I utilize translucent papers, such as Savage Translucent or more economical alternatives like tracing paper. By strategically positioning and manipulating the light source, I endeavor to capture the essence of the product in a visually compelling manner.

Shannon found that when she opens herself up to a willingness to learn and be uncomfortable, she is able to grow personally and professionally. “When I facilitate training for adults, my hope is that they are willing to take that deep dive and experience the positive impact it can have on both their professional and personal lives.”

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Lex lives in Northern Colorado with their two cats and loves to cook, hike, and explore nature photography in her free time. Their favorite part of living in Colorado is the access to nature and the outdoors!

Hattie (she/her/hers) joined the Illuminate team in December of 2018 as the Senior Community Initiatives Manager. In her role, Hattie provides backbone support to the Colorado Partnership for Thriving Families, leads Illuminate's family engagement efforts, and manages community capacity-building initiatives. Passionate about primary prevention, Hattie came to Illuminate with experience in reproductive health policy, advocacy, and community organizing as well as sexual assault prevention programming. Hattie knows that community and family voices are essential to making long-term impacts in the field of Public Health.

The best way is practice and education. Understanding light is photography. Inverse Square Law . Basically soft diffused light is is the lights size relation to the subject. This can be achieved in many many way. Examples pull a light source like a strobe which is undiffued makes it larger to the source making softer light. The eaisest may is using a soft box or other diffuser that essentially spreads the light masking it larger. Much more involved . I do cover this on many of my education platforms for those who want to learn more

Nicole Leung (she/her/hers) joined the Illuminate team in October of 2023 as a Communications Manger: Web & Design. In her role, Nicole manages Illuminate Colorado’s websites, focusing on creating visually appealing and user-friendly web experiences that align with Illuminate's mission and goals. Additionally, she works on various graphic design projects, both digital and print, to support Illuminate’s initiatives and outreach efforts.

Meghan Bellamy (she/her/hers) joined the Illuminate team in September of 2023 as a Strategic Initiatives Associate. In her role, Meghan provides support to the Strategic Initiatives team on SuPPoRT Colorado efforts.

I consider myself a natural light photographer, meaning, I have no control over the forecast! This means that I have to maneuver myself and move around in order to find the perfect lighting. Alternatively, if I'm photographing indoors, I can use sheer curtains or parchment/butter paper to give my images that soft diffused feel. You can also invest in artificial light and experiment with those and see what work for you.

Hayley (she/her/hers) joined the Illuminate team in January of 2022 as an Evaluation and Strategic Learning Manager. In addition to the development, maintenance, and refinement of Illuminate’s data collection and database infrastructures for its diverse programming, Hayley also supports the Director of Evaluation and Strategic Learning in monitoring and optimizing the implementation of program evaluation plans. Hayley enjoys collaborating with Illuminate’s staff and partners to continuously improve programs and is driven by the ever-growing need for family and child-focused,  evidence-based supports in Colorado.

Liz Rios (she/her/hers) joined the Illuminate Colorado team in February of 2024 as the Director of Human Resources. In her role, Liz oversees all aspects of HR operations, from recruitment to offboarding, while also managing payroll, benefits, and fostering a positive workplace culture. Liz is dedicated to nurturing professional growth, championing diversity, equity, inclusion, and belonging, and ensuring the well-being of Illuminate’s team members.

Outside of work, Shannon can be found trail running, backpacking, and spending time with family and friends. She also co-hosts the podcast “Evolving Truths” with her daughter. Her favorite part about living in Colorado are the seasons and mountains filled with trails!

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Shira comes to Illuminate with over three decades of experience and is passionate about empowering families, youth, professionals, and community members to build knowledge and best practices surrounding FASD. She has earned her joint Masters of Education and Special Education, and has spent her career working with children, teens, and young adults with medical, mental health, and educational needs through challenging and rewarding experiences.

Veronica has extensive experience in Early Childhood Education, working with children 0-6 years old, as well as mentoring, training, and monitoring staff in early childhood programs. With a passion for working with individuals in her community to develop skills and knowledge to reach their goals, Veronica helps to provide resources and access to helpful programs.

Before coming to Illuminate, Meghan earned her Masters of Public Health with a focus on maternal and child health. She also gained experience in clinical and research settings, then utilized her diverse skillset to provide care to patients at the Denver Health methadone clinic.

Shira has two teenage sons and two furry pups, who keep her busy and bring her lots of joy. Her favorite part of living in Colorado are the mountains– even if she is looking at them from afar in Denver!

Kelli (she/her/hers) joined the Illuminate team in March of 2022 and is currently the Director of Behavioral Health Initiatives. In her role, Kelli facilitates coalitions and work groups with an emphasis on behavioral health system efforts. Kelli is passionate about strengthening families and organizations in order to improve well-being for families. Coming to Illuminate with experience as a Problem Solving Court and Child Welfare professional specializing in working with families impacted by substance use, she believes in the collaborative process to enhance organizational practice in order to support families and prevent child maltreatment.

When in the studio, set up your lightning equipment, your softboxes or your umbrellas. Decide on the direction and angle of your light, most photographers or art creators commonly used 45 degrees. You could make yours unique, Not more than 50 degrees and less that 43 degrees. This allows you create a pleasant lightning. Most importantly, consider the background you're using. The background should not contradict either the subject.

Mike Robbins (he/him/his) joined the Illuminate team in March of 2023 as the Grants & Development Manager. In his role, Mike is responsible for shepherding Illuminate's fundraising efforts through individual giving, grants, events, and sponsorships. Before joining Illuminate, Mike studied at The Institute for Leaders in Development at Denver University, and worked in nonprofit communications, resource development, grant writing, donor stewardship, event planning, and volunteer management. Mike is passionate about the health and wellbeing of children, youth and families, and loves that he is able to use his experience in mission-driven storytelling and development to grow Illuminate’s community of donors and grant funders.

Outside of work, you can find Liz cooking and cherishing quality time with family. Whether experimenting with new recipes or simply enjoying the company of loved ones, those moments nourish Liz’s soul and bring balance to her life. Liz’s favorite part of living in Colorado is the beautiful sunshine!

Patsy (she/her/hers) joined the Illuminate team in March of 2020 as the Child Care Manager and is currently the Core Values Committee leader. In her role, Patsy supervises lead teachers, plans ongoing professional development training, collaborates with community members to implement Illuminating Child Care in their neighborhoods, organizes daily on-site childcare services for parents, and partners with families to provide navigation services for long-term childcare. Caring deeply about the wellbeing of families and development of children, Patsy has been instrumental in the implementation of different types of early learning programs including Center Base and Home Base.

Post processing or editing is an excellent way to give you images a softer look. If, for example, you've photographed in direct light/sunlight you can reduce the highlights and lift the shadows as basics to remove the harshness. You could also bring down the contrast to smooth over the image. Playing with saturation and other aspects are just part of finding the perfect balance to your image!

Brittney Hanselman (she/her/hers) joined the Illuminate Colorado team in June of 2024 as an Early Childhood Initiatives Associate. In her role, Brittney is responsible for managing logistics and coordinating tasks for the Colorado Partnership for Thriving Families and other collaborative spaces.

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With over a decade of experience in direct services and on-the-ground problem solving, Megan is committed to building a world where even our most vulnerable neighbors have a place and voice in their communities.

Trisha Halencak (she/her/hers) joined the Illuminate team in October of 2023 as the Circle of Parents General Program Manager. In her role, Trisha provides technical assistance and support to Circle of Parents facilitators across Colorado.

Outside of work, you can find Theo crafting, playing board games with their partner (their high school sweetheart!), watching RuPaul's Drag Race, or walking their dog, Louise. Theo’s favorite thing about living in Colorado is the beautiful scenery and being able to spend time outdoors!

With nearly 20 years of experience in local and national child welfare, treatment, and prevention programs, Missy knows that every person needs connection to thrive. She is driven by her passion for ensuring everyone has a village around them, walking beside them through the good and the difficult parts of life.

Veronica is a public health professional who has worked in both local nonprofit organizations and in state government. She has over a decade of experience working with programs and initiatives that help improve the lives of Colorado children and youth, individuals living with disabilities or special healthcare needs, and their families.

Whenever you're using a bounce flash, you point it at a nearby surface, could be a wall or the ceiling, could also be the floor to bounce and diffuse light. It helps avoid harsh shadows.

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Veronica Ibarra (she/her/hers) joined the Illuminate team in December of 2023 as a Community Coordinator for the Safe Babies program. In her role, Veronica works on the family, agency, and community levels to advance systems change to better serve infants and their families who are involved in the child welfare system. In addition, Veronica will be launching a Safe Babies Court Team in Huerfano County.

Having grown up in Louisiana and Texas, Cassie’s favorite thing about living in Colorado is being able to spend time outside in all four seasons, and how easy Colorado makes it to vote!

Before joining Illuminate, Megan worked on the implementation and management of grant-funded programs and community partnerships in the areas of children and families, housing, and immigrant and refugee services.

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Jenny Lucas (she/her/hers) joined the Illuminate Colorado team in March of 2024 as a Home Visitation Program Manager. In her role, Jenny works with the Home Visitation team to help implement and monitor the Family Connects Colorado and Healthy Families America programs.

Ryan (he/him/his) joined the Illuminate team in March of 2020 and is currently the Director of Communications. In his role, Ryan leads the development and execution of strategic communication plans while promoting the organization's programs and educational opportunities. Passionate about communications work that leads to social change, Ryan knows that Illuminate’s work– and how it is communicated– is impacting lives and building better childhoods across our state. Ryan has a masters degree in Media & Public Communication from the University of Denver and comes to Illuminate with experience working with non-profit organizations, graphic design, videography, and photography.

Angelica (she/her/hers) joined the Illuminate team in April of 2022 as the Director of Family Connects and is currently the Director of Home Visitation. Under the guidance of the Executive Director, Angelica leads the intermediary functions of planning and implementation of the Family Connects program in Colorado. Additionally, she works in partnership with local communities to coordinate, facilitate, and lead the planning, installation, and sustainability of the program. Coming to Illuminate with over 15 years of experience in the Early Childhood sector, Angelica is passionate about providing families with support and connecting them with resources when they need them most. Angelica knows that all parents need support and believes in the importance of investing in resources and support– early and for everyone.

Jenny came to Illuminate with experience as an early childhood educator in a teen parent program, as a Parent Support Provider in a home visitation program, and as a Family Support Coach in a Family Center that she helped to develop. Jenny is passionate about making a positive impact on communities, which starts with supporting families and acknowledging the natural challenges that come with having a baby. Jenny knows from personal experience how valuable connections and resources are when caring for children, and she wants that for every family.

Jade has served as the Executive Director of Illuminate Colorado since its inception in 2015, following 7 years as the Executive Director of founding partner agency, the Colorado Alliance for Drug Endangered Children. Prior to this work, she provided family support services in a variety of settings to families impacted by homelessness, domestic violence, and substance use disorders. Jade has a Bachelor’s Degree in Social Work and a Master’s Degree in Public Administration.

Central to Anna's role is helping to foster an organizational culture of learning at Illuminate and promote the use of data as a tool for continuous growth and improvement. In her positions prior to Illuminate, Anna was able to pursue her passion for developing learning and evaluation strategies to advance programs and services that promote the health and wellbeing of individuals, families, and communities.

Melissa Pino (she/her/hers) joined the Illuminate team in December of 2023 as the Pueblo Community Coordinator for the Safe Babies Court Program. In her role, Melissa provides a trauma response approach to working with children ages 0-3 who are involved in the Dependency and Neglect System.

Colleen has spent her entire life in Colorado, with her favorite part being the 300 days of wonderful sunshine every year. In her free time, you can find her spending time with her husband and their four furry children!

There are so many modifiers available in the market which can be used to alter the intensity of light falling on the subject. The softboxes are great if one is shooting in the studio whereas umbrellas are great if someone is shooting outdoors as it is much faster to close them and move to the next location. For outdoor shoots, i usually prefer to work with umbrellas and collapsible reflectors, as, I then concentrate more on my subject and composition rather than get myself busy with the equipments.

Nov 17, 2024 — 1. Understand photometers that measure lux and foot-candles. These are units that describe the intensity of light on a surface, or illuminance.

Sreena (she/her/hers) joined the Illuminate Colorado team in April of 2023 as an Infant Child Care Teacher. Sreena is a member of the Illuminating Child Care team, working on on-site child care classron Honey to provide child care for families while caregivers receive treatment and support. In her role, Sreena reads to infants, assists them in recognizing images and sounds, and helps kids to form positive relationships with their peers.