Longwood Session -- Pennsylvania Family Photography

A while back, my good friend Debbie popped by my house and asked if I would like to donate a session to be auctioned off as part of a family fun basket she was putting together for a Juvenile Diabetes fund raiser. I was very happy to do so. And the winner of the basket? Julie and her family of little monkeys. If you arrive at Longwood and are met with a giant sign that says, "DO NOT CLIMB TREES!", I'm sorry. It's my fault. These guys just looked so cute up in the trees! This little one especially is quite the climber ...

You HAVE to do a shot like this in the fall. HAVE to.

I just love this next one of their family. Tongue and all.

We tried to take a nice family picture on this tree, but someone (not saying who, though) just didn't want to cooperate ...

So, we tried the bench instead ...

Thanks, guys! It was so much fun working with you!

Happy Wednesday!

Kate

Alive and Well -- Delaware Photographer

It's a chilly, gray, grumpy day. I had a lovely session this morning in Gibraltar, and now I'm bundled up in front of my computer hard at work editing, which I'll be doing all week in an attempt to get caught up. I've just listened to one of my current favorite songs about 15 times, so I thought I'd share it with you all. I would have just pulled the official video off You Tube, but I must say, I don't like it. (No offense, Kenny.) So, I made my own little slideshow with recent images to go with it instead. So, if you're having a blue (or gray) day, this is for you : )

By the way, if you're NOT a fan of country music ... listen anyway. The lyrics are the best part. Plus, Dave Matthews takes over at the end. So, it's only half country ...

Happy Monday!

Kate

Clothes in the Past Lane -- Delaware Commercial Photographer

This was easy as pie. Gorgeous clothes. Lovely models. And some fabulous hair and makeup. Plus, since most of my commercial work is with children's clothing designers, I must say, grown-ups are so easy! I say, "look over there," and they do it. "Stand like a pencil." Done. "Jump like a ninja." No problem. And never once did I have to sing Hannah Montana. (Although, between you and me, I don't really mind that part of my job too much. Shhh.)

This shoot was fabulous because of many fabulous people:

Sandi and the gang at Clothes in Past Lane on Main Street in Newark picked out all the rockin' clothes. We had a nice mix of vintage and new clothes.

Gloss Salon (over by the Co-op on Main Street) hooked us up with some AWESOME hair and makeup. AWESOME! Thanks, guys!

And our models, of course, are just THE BEST. These girls climbed buildings, worked it in front of hot dog carts, were subjected to many a cat call and horn honk, and willingly tried out all my "out there" poses without so much as a single complaint. Thanks, girls!!!

I have so many amazing pictures from this shoot, but here are a few of my favorites ...

Be warned: I just may show up to anyone of my upcoming shoots with hair just like this. Because it's awesome.

See, I told you I made her jump like a Ninja. Which, by the way, is SUPER hard to do in heels, especially when your crazy photographer is also telling you to look serene and peaceful. I think she NAILED it.

I told her that she was going to have to stand there at that parking meter until a car honked. It took about 1/2 a second. Literally.

You girls ROCKED this session. Hope you like the preview : )

Happy Friday!
Kate

Kelly and Kevin -- Delaware Wedding Photographer

They met at a Coldplay concert. And the rest, as they say, is history. This past Sunday, Kevin and Kelly had a beautiful wedding at The Old Mill in Media. So many times throughout the day the emotion, the light, and the splendor of the day left me with goose bumps. I don't think the day could have been more perfect.

Many thanks to Danielle for recommending that we hang Kelly's gorgeous dress outside on one of the trees : ) ...

I happen to be in love with first looks and always recommend them to my brides. Not only does this allow for us to get beautiful pictures before the ceremony, but the moment is usually very special and emotional.

Oh, that light. And that veil!

Kelly, you're such a beautiful bride!

The ceremony site was just lovely.

I had such a hard time focusing my camera since these two brought me to tears during the ceremony.

Not only was the light outside beautiful, but the light streaming into the banquet hall was just exquisite.

We almost lost the cake! She saved it, though : ) ...

And last, but not least, we ended the night with a few outdoor shots.

Kelly and Kevin, thank you so much for trusting me with your memories. Your wedding was absolutely beautiful. I hope you're having fun in Jamaica!!!

Happy (windy) Wednesday!

Kate