Laura and Mark

Tuesday, July 15, 2008 Posted in Columbus Ohio Photographer,Weddings

On July 5, Melissa and I had the pleasure of photographing the lovely wedding of Laura and Mark. For Laura and Mark, it’s all about the love they have for each other and for their families and friends, and it’s more than evident in the images we made for them that day. I can’t say enough what a wonderful time we had with Laura and Mark. They are simply delightful and we were honored to be invited to share their day.

Here are a lot of my many favorites. Hard to narrow it down, so enjoy the show.

Laura’s bridesmaids made her a scrapbook. Image by Melissa.

Laura and her sister, Annie, who works at my salon – Studio Fovero! I’ll be excited to see Annie whenever I go in there!

Laura and mom, trying to keep from crying.

I love this shot Melissa got of Mark.

This little guy is a tad bit wary of the whole tie business.

Absolutely adorable, she is.

I LOVE this shot.

Simply beautiful. This has to be one of the most gorgeous gowns ever, and suited Laura to a T.

Melissa caught the last goodbyes before the girls headed up the aisle.

The Entrance. I just love the grandeur of St. Joseph Cathedral.

One of my favorite shots from the ceremony.

This is one of my favorite shots of the ceremony too! The line-up for communion.

Immediately following the ceremony. “Alone” in the midst of everyone.

Melissa got this great shot of the wedding party boarding the trolley, but what’s cool about it is the reflection of the cathedral in the mirrored building across the street. Awesome!

Nothing beats the beautiful light through the cathedral doors.

Pesky dress!

We wandered around the grounds of the State House and had a ball taking some fun shots.

I spy a moment during the toasts.

Annie’s toast notes and bouquet.

Laura’s dad gave arguably the funniest (and most embarrassing) speech I think I’ve ever heard, and this is what Laura thinks of it.

And in a touching part, dad reads from a birthday card Laura made for him when she was 5 or 6.

Have to include a shot of the guestbook, complete with signatures and well-wishes. I love the guestbooks and custom-make them for lots of my fabulous clients.

Melissa took this great smooch shot.

The piano player. This guy was amazing. Just amazing. So amazing, in fact, that Megan and Elwood (Laura and Mark’s friends, guests at their wedding and also my clients for August 23) are hiring him to play at their wedding! I look forward to hearing this guy croon in August!

Who can resist a nose-picking shot? Not I, said the photographer!

DJ Chuck Badgley provided the tunes that got the crowd on their feet. Love DJ Chuck! He is a class act!

Taylor Mansion, where the reception was held. Definitely Columbus’ best kept secret.

Sparklers to end the evening.

Congratulations, Laura and Mark!!

Happy Anniversary, Jess and Scott!!

Monday, July 14, 2008 Posted in Anniversaries,Columbus Ohio Photographer

I’d like to wish a very happy anniversary to Jess and Scott, who were married one year ago today at the Silver Grille in Cleveland. What a beautiful wedding and what a beautiful couple – it was a sheer delight spending time with them and their fabulous families!

Here are a few images from their day to commemorate the special occasion:

Happy Anniversary, Jess and Scott!!

Milestone

Tuesday, July 8, 2008 Posted in Columbus Ohio Photographer,Personal,Weddings

Just wanted to say a quick word about a milestone I’ve just crossed. Today marks the fifth year since establishing my business! On July 8, 2003, my official incorporation papers were filed with the State of Ohio, establishing KISO Fotografia Ltd. as a wedding photography business!

I’ve worked my tail off and have all my fabulously wonderful clients to thank for their trust and support over the years. For, without all of you, there would be none of this.

So, a congratulations to me and a huge huge thank you to all of you for making me the photographer I am today! I hope for another five years and another five years after that and on and on!

In honor of my anniversary, I thought I’d share a few of the shots of me that end up sneaking their way into the thousands and thousands of images we’ve taken. Of course, I don’t put images of me in client galleries – who wants pictures of ME?? So, here are a few taken over the years.

Guests want their chance to shoot too. This was at Rita and Brian’s wedding, September 16, 2006.

“The other” Karen got this shot of me at Katie and Travis’ wedding December 15, 2007.

Another one by Karen from December 15. Notice how I’m all snug in my green wool sweater while Katie freezes in her strapless gown. Nice, eh?

This is with Charley, my November 2005 bride, taken by Karen at Tonja and Brad’s wedding just this past April. Tonja came to me via Charley.

This is John, Charley’s husband, planting a big old smooch right on my cheek! I just love my clients! Looks like they love me too! Awwww.

Another shot by the other Karen, this time at Adriann and Reid’s wedding. I was shooting Adriann’s gown.

Melissa caught this one of me standing in the aisle following the processional at Kristen and Ben’s wedding this year.

And here I am wearing the same shirt at Megan and Nik’s wedding! hahaha Lately, the guests have been wanting to try out my D3, and always I end up being the subject since the camera is tethered to my body. This was taken by one of the groomsmen, who also then photographed me with his wife, a bridesmaid! I’ve since had my hair chopped almost completely off, so this picture looks kinda funny to me!

And this is why I do what I do – great big hugs and smiles from my clients! This is Laura, whose wedding was just this past weekend, July 5. I’m starting to work on their images right now but because I love this shot so much I just had to share it as the final image in my series of me even though it makes my face look really fat (which, by the way, is nobody’s fault but my own!!). Thanks, Melissa, for this great shot!

Again, I can’t say enough about how much I treasure each and every one of my clients. You bring true, almost immeasurable, joy to my life by allowing me to photograph yours.

Thank you, from the bottom of my heart, for five great years! Here’s to many many more!

Verna Pitts - July 13, 2008 - 4:48 pm

Karen,

Congratulations on 5 years in business. It is a HUGE milestone and I am happy to see that you are choosing to celebrate it with these great pictures! Applause………

Verna Pitts - July 13, 2008 - 4:49 pm

Congratulations! What a great way to celebrate with these great photos! Five years is a huge milestone. WTG!

Lydia Gravis - July 22, 2008 - 11:30 am

Karen,

How awesome! Congratulations on your five years of hard work, risk taking, creative passion and fun! You’re such an inspiration to me! Thanks for sharing.

Lydia Gravis

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