I've never been one of those people that can read a "how to" book and then go build a house. For as long as I can remember, I've needed to learn hands on. I excelled at math in school, but still needed each new thing explained to me by the teacher, and then I got it. Photography hasn't been any different for me. It is because of this that I decided to go to school, spending ridiculous amounts of money on things some people can teach themselves. It is also because of this that I went to Seattle. Sure school taught me a lot, but in this ever changing industry I need to continue to push myself to learn new things and keep up!
I heard about Sarah Rhoads Photography through Into The Darkroom, who designed my blog. They were photographers of the month one month and I've been following them ever since. They are husband and wife team, Chris and Sarah Rhoads, of Seattle. I was so drawn to both their images and the things they had to say. Their style is so unique and all their own. As I feel I am still trying to define myself, they seemed like the perfect people to learn from.
In September I was fortunate enough to connect with them in Seattle. I booked them for a full day mentor session. Those 8+ hours flew by. We chatted about everything under the sun, from branding, editing, and pricing to their upcoming trip to Thailand. I was excited to talk about that with them, as I've been there a couple of times and always like to share my tips on what to see and where to go! Chris and Sarah are so approachable and were so open and honest with me about what works for them and how I can improve.
A big part of our day was a photo session at my hotel, The Ace Seattle. What a place! I was so excited to stay here, I've seen this hotel in a few photo sessions and loved it! It was perfect for our shoot. The shoot was styled by Tiffany Lowry, and the gorgeous couple are Emma and Bubba, who just happened to recently get engaged so it was a perfect fit. Their engagement story is as cute as they are too!
The credit for the shoot goes to all of them. Sarah and Chris are crazy talented at what they do. Tiffany did an amazing job as well with making these two even more beautiful, and choosing their wardrobes and helping to create this shoot. Emma and Bubba were completely adorable and so easy to work with.
I am so thankful for this opportunity. It has pushed me to be better and I will continue to seek new ways to be good at what I do.
For Sarah and Chris's killer images, go Here.
Sarah also captured a few shots of me, they are here.
For the most part I chose to watch them work and take mental notes and shoot from the sidelines. Here's my take on the day. I had a super hard time narrowing it down to even this many, they're all just so cute! Sorry for such a huge blog post, I'm just still so excited!
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k WOW!!!! cutie couple - what a FUN FUN shoot!!!.....and yay for you - you got to spend time with sarah....etc.....
(10.30.09 @ 05:11 PM)that rocks kara!!! i know you'll keep pushing to be amazing.....even tho to me it seems your there!!!
thanks also, for your incredible words on our blog......yu are so kind!! can't wait to meet up again in s'toon.....hope it's soon!! keep up ALL the wicked stuff!!!!
kara sister! you rock! it was soo much fun making magic with you on this shoot! I feel blessed to have met you
(10.30.09 @ 05:12 PM)I love the passion you have for your work, and it definatly shows in what you do..love it!!!
(10.30.09 @ 05:25 PM)these are fab! what a fun mentoring session :)
(10.30.09 @ 05:28 PM)LOVELY!!!!!! Man, this day has been so fabulous getting to see what you and Sarah got at the shoot :) It was AMAZINGLY awesome getting to meet you and be apart of your mentor session!
(10.30.09 @ 06:32 PM)love #19. looks old hollywood! you rock kara!
(10.30.09 @ 06:33 PM)Oh My Gosh!!!! These are awesome, Kara!! I love them ALL! You are amazing. The couple is so adorable! I wish I had style!
(10.30.09 @ 07:53 PM)KARA!!!! this shoot looks like so much fun!! What a great day this must have been for you. what talent!
(10.30.09 @ 07:53 PM)These are so so so fabulous!!! I love them all, I love the energy of all the photos and that couple is so incredibly adorable, and your processing looks amazing, too!! I'm so excited for you both for the mentoring session which I'm sure you learned so so so much from, and also for getting these amazing photos!!!
(10.31.09 @ 12:04 AM)Your such an inspiration... Seriously! I admire your work so much! You have a true talent!
(10.31.09 @ 02:25 AM)Kara!!!!!!!!! WOW!!!! You've outdone yourself this time, Girl! What a fun shoot. Fun couple. Fun location. Awesome! Love it!
(10.31.09 @ 09:39 AM)oh my gosh!! Amazing!! That is all I can say!
(10.31.09 @ 11:30 PM)i love this whole shoot! looks like it was a lot of fun! awesome job!
(11.01.09 @ 01:48 PM)I snuck over here through Sarah's blog. This mentoring session looks like play more than work.. what a great investment in your work. Your picture turned out great, by the way.
(11.02.09 @ 01:44 PM)These are soooooooooooo fun!! You are super talented, my sister!!
(11.02.09 @ 04:25 PM)Holy Crap Kara!!! These are totally awesome!!! They look like they belong in a magazine!!! FANTASIC!!
(11.10.09 @ 04:43 PM)I love these pics sooooooo fun!!!
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