Birthday sessions are one of the most fun types of sessions that we get to do. Yes, family sessions are fun, but during a birthday session it is all about just one child and his or her interest that year. It could be construction or cars or princesses. But whatever it is, we go all...
I have to be honest, there are few things in life I get this excited about. I’m pretty boring. But if you know me pretty well, you know that cupcakes, newborn babies and travel are a few of those things. Lately, during Covid, travel has fallen off of that list. I have become a hermit...
Cake smashes… Did you know that they don’t have to be cake? Some of my client’s kiddos have allergies, so we have been doing out of the box sessions. Here are some of the fun ideas I have done: Ice cream, donuts, tacos, yogurt (pictured), cookies, carrot cake, fruits, colored whip cream, and veggie cakes....
If you have been around here for a while, you will notice that I have a particular style. I like my families to be themselves and natural! No posing or cheese here. Just hanging out with the kids, doing what they do best: them. This is where you get natural smiles, laughter and connection. Sometimes...
Every family has a story to tell. So let me tell yours! Whether you are starting with your maternity portraits or you need to update photos that haven’t been taken in 10-20 years, every family has a beautiful story to tell. Most moms call me and say they just need one or two family photos,...
Don’t take my word for it… “What is it like to do a session with Kara? Well first of all she always provides many ideas and options for location. She always sends reminders so that there is no confusion on times and locations. She even sends wardrobe ideas for the session. She is always punctual...
Mother’s day has come and gone. Did you get something special? Every year on Mother’s day I remember the special gift I received 13 years ago. The reproductive specialist called and told us we were expecting. What an amazing Mother’s day gift. Now he is 12 and all boy. What is the best Mother’s day...
Color or neutrals? It is a question that I get a lot. So here is what I tell my clients…. Look around your home. And see what your decor is. You want to dress to coordinate with your decor. Since you are probably going to purchase these images in wall art (canvas or framed prints),...
Happy Mother’s Day to all of my sweet mamas out there. Whether you are expecting, a mama of three or desperately want a baby, those maternal feelings that you are having are real and make you a mama today. So take some time for yourself today. Even if it is just a few moments of...
Do you ever feel that God has given you something that you just can not handle? ⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀ I’m sure that LA’s mama did more than once. But you know what? You should see LA now! She is the most precious four year old I know. She is also someone that has gone through more surgeries...
