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March 1, 2010 // Engagement

You may all recognize Sonya from my blog, she's graced these pages on three separate occasions, here, here, and here. She is Dwayne's cousins daughter, and I am lucky to also call her my friend. John and Sonya began dating shortly before Dwayne and I did, about five years ago. Sonya's been planning her wedding like every girl does, long before there was any proposal. As my 2010 wedding season continued to get busier and busier, Sonya and I impatiently waited for John to propose. She just knew it must be coming soon!!! I didn't want to miss this wedding, wether I was photographing it or there as a guest, I would have been SO disappointed if I couldn't attend. The call came from Sonya's mom Irene one day shortly after New Years. Sonya was ENGAGED!!!! ...and let the planning begin! I am so honored they have chosen me to be their wedding photographer!

What can I say?!?!? Yesterday Sonya, John and I went out to capture their engagement photos. We lucked out, to say the least, and were blessed with gorgeous frosty trees, mild temperatures, and a bright sunny day. We had such a fun time, I just can't wait to photograph this gorgeous couple on their wedding day!

Click here for the slideshow!!!

In case you missed it, the slideshow is here.

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Becky:

Kara these are so fantastic!! In love with that last shot!! looks like you guys had a blast!
Congrats John and Sonya!!

(03.02.10 @ 09:11 AM)

caroline thissen:

these pictures are gorgeous. i swear you get more and more talented. i hate that i'm in calgary, and have such a hard time booking a shoot with you. it is my hope for this summer. thanks for sharing these pics. although i don't normally comment on your blog... i look forward to seeing your new pictures all the time. great job kara.

(03.02.10 @ 09:56 AM)

sonya:

i love Love LOVE them all! you did such a stellar job capturing some really great moments. what a fun day we had! :)

(03.02.10 @ 10:26 AM)

Christine:

These pictures look great Kara!! Once again, great job!

(03.02.10 @ 11:29 AM)

Danielle:

Oh my gosh- these are INSANE!!! Killer shots! The steps shot is hilarious!

(03.02.10 @ 12:35 PM)

Krista:

Can't pick a favorite, Kara. You did a great job. Sonya has the most beautiful smile! :)

(03.02.10 @ 01:27 PM)

Carmelle:

These are AWESOME!

(03.02.10 @ 02:14 PM)

KIM:

Wow! Kara, these are great! I love the fourth one from the top! My favorite, but they are all great. Sonya and John make a great looking couple! Looks like a fun day!

(03.02.10 @ 03:23 PM)

Russ Dueck:

someone said "you keep getting better" and they are absolutely right! these are outstanding! great job Kara!!

(03.02.10 @ 10:53 PM)

Alison Wolfe:

Absolutely fantabulous! I love the picture in the slideshow with the one big tree in the background. Johnya - you guys are awesome ;)

(03.03.10 @ 01:23 PM)

Kristel Bueckert:

Beautiful work Kara! I love the emotions you captured!

(03.04.10 @ 11:36 AM)

laurie:

kara... these are seriously amazing!! love the fun, loving feeling in them. (and the camper is pretty cool too!!)

(03.06.10 @ 11:50 PM)

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Drop it like it's hot

February 28, 2010 // Engagement

What an incredibly gorgeous day! John, Sonya and I headed out this afternoon for their engagement session and we couldn't have asked for better February weather. I love it! Here's a just a teeny tiny peek at our day, more to come later this week!

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Natasha Peters:

These look great, Kara!! What a cute couple...can't wait to see more pictures :)

(02.28.10 @ 11:43 PM)

Amanda Sakundiak:

uhmmmmmmmmm. wicked pics girl. drop it like it's hot is right. i love it. keep it up and come to saskatoon so we can hang out. love ya.

(03.01.10 @ 12:09 AM)

Becky:

Yaaaay! I was hoping you'd have a preview of these pics up! Can't wait to see the rest! That last one is so cute!!

(03.01.10 @ 07:58 AM)

Erika:

These two are so CUTE! I love the processing and the unique location!! beautiful!!

(03.01.10 @ 09:16 AM)

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Dean and Mandy

January 10, 2010 // Engagement

Before the holidays I traveled (yet again!) to Saskatoon for a short little visit. Yes, I had just been there for Thanksgiving to attend my niece Kenley's dedication at church, but I had a REALLY good reason for going again so soon. My friend Pam was home from Israel for Christmas, and if she was coming all that way, surely I could drive the 8 hours to Saskatoon to see her. It had been roughly 15 months since I had seen her last, and even then we had but an hour to catch up at Starbucks! I'm so glad I was able to make it out there to visit her, as well as all of my other favorite Saskatchewanites! I'm so grateful that some of my best friendships can withstand the hundreds to thousands of miles.

Speaking of friendships, while in Saskatoon, I had the opportunity to do an engagement session with Mandy and Dean. Mandy is a good friend of my sister Krista, and has been for as long as I can remember. I remember back in the days of jean jackets, side ponytails, neon, and ripped acid wash jeans, how badly I wanted to be just like them! Mandy is just as gorgeous now as she was then, minus the feathered bangs!

Dean and Mandy are getting married in Saskatoon in June. Oh how I wish I could capture their day! Turns out I've been nearly booked up for 2010 weddings since last July, so I had to settle for doing their engagement session instead.

Here's the gorgeous couple, and a few more in a short slideshow. Thanks guys for braving the cold and coming out with me on this gorgeous winter morning!

again, for the slideshow click here!

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Mandy:

I LOVE LOVE LOVE them Kara! Thanks so much!!

(01.10.10 @ 05:33 PM)

Krista:

Great Job Kara! I've been excited to see these and you did not disappoint! I think Mandy will have a hard time picking her favorites!

(01.10.10 @ 05:56 PM)

Kim:

oooh! I love them Kara! You did an awesome job! I love the one of Mandi laying on Dean's legs in front of some door. They are a cute couple. I don't remember the last time I saw Mandi, but she looks the same as she did when she was 15!! Beautiful!

(01.10.10 @ 06:31 PM)

Trish:

I love these Kara! Absolutely Beautiful!

(01.10.10 @ 09:01 PM)

tara:

Oh so super cute :) love them all... especially the 4th from the bottom! Excellent work Kara!

(01.10.10 @ 09:19 PM)

Pam:

Perfection!!! As always:) Love them!

(01.10.10 @ 09:50 PM)

Tina:

Great pics Kara!! Especially love the one where they're crouching in the wooded area... so romantic!

(01.11.10 @ 08:32 AM)

Becky:

Kara these are awesome! Love all the locations! And your B&W processing is stellar!!

(01.11.10 @ 03:07 PM)

Jenn :

Great pictures Kara! I love all of them! :)

(01.12.10 @ 09:10 AM)

Paula:

such a small wonderful world. I am a big fan of Sarah Rhoads and found you through her blog (you do amazing work by the way!!), then to find out you are a fellow Canadian (I live in Sask.) then to find Mandy on your blog. She is a great friend of one of my friends, Gina. Mandy actually got me going to my awesome dentist where she was a dental hygienist. Mandy is such a sweetheart and she looks so happy. You captured them beautifully!

(01.26.10 @ 10:34 PM)

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Let it snow, let it snow, let it snow...

December 23, 2009 // Engagement

Coming soon...

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sonya:

oh gosh, how cute is this?? looking forward to seeing more!

(12.23.09 @ 04:45 PM)

Kim:

can't wait!

(12.23.09 @ 06:51 PM)

Mandy:

Wow! My boy looks sooo cute!!! Thanks Kara!!

(12.23.09 @ 08:52 PM)

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Pushing Forward

October 30, 2009 // Engagement / Photography

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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juanita Malcolm:

k WOW!!!! cutie couple - what a FUN FUN shoot!!!.....and yay for you - you got to spend time with sarah....etc.....
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!!!!

(10.30.09 @ 05:11 PM)

Sarah Rhoads:

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)

Jenelle:

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)

Briony:

these are fab! what a fun mentoring session :)

(10.30.09 @ 05:28 PM)

Emma Robertson:

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)

sonya:

love #19. looks old hollywood! you rock kara!

(10.30.09 @ 06:33 PM)

Kim Driedger:

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)

Erika:

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)

Rebecca:

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)

Ayla:

Your such an inspiration... Seriously! I admire your work so much! You have a true talent!

(10.31.09 @ 02:25 AM)

Anna:

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)

Trish:

oh my gosh!! Amazing!! That is all I can say!

(10.31.09 @ 11:30 PM)

russ dueck:

i love this whole shoot! looks like it was a lot of fun! awesome job!

(11.01.09 @ 01:48 PM)

Julia :

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)

Kendra:

These are soooooooooooo fun!! You are super talented, my sister!!

(11.02.09 @ 04:25 PM)

Amy:

Holy Crap Kara!!! These are totally awesome!!! They look like they belong in a magazine!!! FANTASIC!!

(11.10.09 @ 04:43 PM)

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