I internally giggle when I take family photos with fur babies. The parents always think they are in change; but we all know who really is in charge. At my house my cat runs everything. Who runs the household at your home?
Category Archives: Family
When I started this journey 15 years ago, I had no clue what an adventure it would be. I had no idea I would grow so much, meet so many people, learn a ton about business, taxes and things NOT photography related, and still be doing this 15 years later. I just wanted to have...
When clients ask me what my style is? Or how would I describe my photography to you in three words? Joyful, classic and colorful I love to capture the in-between moments for you; which are usually filled with emotion and joy. These images will stand the test of time. No crazy filters or photoshop techniques...
Are there certain colors you are drawn to? I love blue. All shades. I don’t wear a lot of it. But I should. It goes well with my eyes. My boys look amazing in blue. And I think a lot of people look great in blue. I try to get clients to wear it. What...
What do you want to be when you grow up? Some know this about me; some don’t. I always wanted to be a teacher. I used to skip recess and help the teachers. Even worked during the summers helping all of my mom’s teacher friends. It was amazing. Sorting books, cleaning desks, etc. I loved...
It’s almost May; half way through the year. So I thought I would say hi and introduce myself for those of you that are new. I’m Kara. Owner of Kara Powell Photography. So if you have any questions or just want to say hi, please do! I love to chat and get cupcakes. This started...
Top 3 things that make a location amazing 1. Light. This is my top things every single time. The light has to have a filter. Like a tree line. 2. Safety. It has to have a safe place for the family to play, run, be a family. Most of my clients have young kids. So...
These two early child development strategies I use these pretty much on every session. Most kids never notice. And even some dads. Because I have two degrees in education, I have all kinds of tricks like this. Modeling is one. It works like a charm. Show them what you want them to do. Model the...
Three tools I use everyday as a busy mom? You probably use them too. 1. Timers and reminders through Alexa 2. Notepad on my phone – couldn’t live without it 3. Google calendar and google docs – Amazing! The whole Google suite of products. And a bonus – caffeine. You know…. We do what we...
Happy National Sibling day! These two may not be actual siblings, but it is as close as we get in out family. They have grown up together. Caden begged for a dog for 2 years. So when he was 5 we adopted Cash from a rescue. The first two years were rough with a golden...