Sarah + Danny : Wedding : Lebanon, PA

This wedding was extremely hard to blog and all for the right reasons, I assure you. There’s so much I wanted to show. I wanted to show you how I successfully photographed a ceremony in the pouring rain (a first for me). How beautiful and fitting the rain was. How emotional, warm and open everyone was. How much love was genuinely wrapped and surrounding Sarah and Danny’s wedding. Plus there was a lot of humor too, good humor.

I hope these images alleviate some of the stresses of your day. I know the road has been rocky for you both.  But for me, personally, if it’s not scary, challenging and crazy then it’s just not worth it. Your love has carried you both through. I’m so glad and honored to have photographed your day and hope I documented all of life’s challenges of your day into visionary bliss. May these photographs keep those memories alive.

My best and love to you both….and Rexy too!

Whitney + Chris + Trey : Engagement Session : Lancaster, PA

I’m really a lucky girl. My clients are so awesome and rock, plus style, they have style.  I love Whitney and Chris, yes maybe they’ve also suckered my love by introducing me to their black lab Trey (hey, it works!). Trey is one cool dude. Getting him to sit for 5 seconds and chill…well…that’s another story. He’s a lab, I can’t expect him to chill! I tried to remind myself their e-session wasn’t just about Trey it was about his owners too. I tried…! Here’s our afternoon hangout at Longs Park.

Enjoy! Krisha

Next up my first of two favorite shots from their session:

Trey has a superman dog tag and I think I found out why. Crazy boy is fast flying through the air. Just livin the dog life.

Chris makes Whitney laugh a lot. I love that kind of love.

This one’s for Tanya…see Chris, it looks cool right?!

Next up second favorite. VERY close for first favorite. Love rocking the sun flare.

Happy Thanksgiving everyone!

 

Kristin + Jesse : Post Wedding : Story the Dress

I’m not quite sure what I should call this shoot. Jesse and Kristin were married in marital bliss on a fantastic Saturday in August. Our last meeting before their wedding we realized we never photographed their engagement session! This happens, life happens and in between their wedding planning and house purchasing, e-session was pushed aside. We decided we’ll have their session in the fall. When I met Kristin the day of her wedding at her awesome getting ready, secret location spot, I knew we had to come back there with Jesse.

So here is their non engagement/ not day after session/ maybe Story the Dress session? You decide.

Carson : Three Month : Session Fun

It’s amazing how quickly newborns change, grow and discover. Carson has really grown since his  newborn session. He’s gained some baby fat and strength! He did really well during his three month session, belly ache and all. Carson’s latest body part discovery is his tongue. Super cute! His tongue is in full stick out mood but I managed to get a couple of shots of him laughing and cooing. I’m really looking forward to his five month session and praying for snow for his shoot. How much fun?!

While processing Carson’s blog post I played around with my newly updated Totally Rad Actions and Dirty Pictures. Super fun! I feel like it brings some excitement and life to my processing pains, lol. I love my Mac but some days I really miss getting my hands dirty literally with processing chemicals. I feel a dark room in my future…..

Ceci : Senior Session : Downtown Lancaster, PA

Ceci and I hit the town for her senior session. Ceci allowed me to have full creative freedom, which is truly appreciated. I had a couple of spots in our neighborhood I want to scope out and use. Worked really well!

Ceci has headed into her senior year at Lancaster Catholic High School. It’s an exciting time for her as her future is bright and wide open…ahh…miss those days, lol. Ceci was joined by her sister Lexi ( a sophomore at PSU) an their dog Zeppo. I had a good time hanging out with the three of them and I wish the Miller girls a successful school year. Don’t forget your neighbor as you two grown up and start paving your own ways!

Love ya! Ps- Cemetery shoot, it’s on..when are we doing it? !! November?

Gorgeous Ceci, not so little anymore!

Beautiful Lexi..I am so photographing your wedding, no pressure, lol. Whenever that happens, I’m just saying!

I heart sisterly love. Speaking from experience. Sorry Lexi had to post this one! (joke is that little sister is taller then big sister, sounds like my world)

Kara + Ben: Williamsport, PA : August 15 2009

Watch carefully, see the tan spots floating through the images? Yep, this was my surprise for the day. It’s not lens flare. There wasn’t any crazy big things of pollen floating through the air. There were tons of gnats. I set these four shots to motion to show how I believe I captured orbs. I used the outside of Kara and Ben’s church for one of the formal bridal party settings. Before Heather and I left to head home, Ben and Kara told us some interesting spiritual things were going on during their ceremony. Guests and both Father’s (full Catholic Mass) noted some strange happenings. One strange occurrence I did see and capture with my camera (I was baffled) but I haven’t gotten to check it out yet. I think it’s pretty cool! Believe or not that’s your choice, but I’m one happy girl!

Kara and Ben’s wedding took place in Williamsport, Pa. The country side up there was so much fun to play with. I’m so glad I could be part of their day. Everything fell into place and Kara and I think it’s fate.  The way everything fell into place, makes a person think.  Kara and Ben had complete trust in me and my creative vision. When I wanted to take her dress outside she didn’t flinch. “Go work your magic” Kara said.  Happily I obliged!

I hope you two are having fun in Honduras. Saturday’s heat and humidity was their test run for their honeymoon. I’d like to thank the Greene and Gamble family, bridal party too, for all of your help and creating fun times.

Love!

Story the Dress : Heather+Mark : Avalon NJ

When I posted on my blog; beach sessions of any kind available, a light bulb went off in Heather’s head. Perfect she thought, I love the beach, she actually wanted to have her wedding on the beach and story’ing her dress was the perfect compromising solution! Heather and Mark were officially married in June. I wasn’t their wedding photographer but Heather was a portrait client of mine already. I was really excited when she contacted me for her Story the Dress session. The weather was perfect in Avalon on Sunday and so without further ado, here’s Heather and Mark!

I love the pink tulle under her dress!

We were wrapping up their session and Heather said, oh wait there’s a shot I’d like to do in the water…I said, sure lets do it! Originally Heather was thinking of just getting in the water up to her feet and bottom of her dress. I’m glad she made the decision to take the water depth further. Her decision was hers. Made on her own accord and rightfully I was on board!

The beach was packed, so I had to take some shots of the beach crowd and our onlooking supporters that joined behind me. Jersey people are so supportive! Everyone loved it and give Heather and Mark get tons of credit for preforming our shoot in front of an audience.

Washing the sand off. I love this shot! Hope you two had as much fun as I did! Cheers, Krisha

Stay tuned next week Jodi and Felix’s unique, one of a kind, wedding!!!!!

Beach Sessions : Avalon, NJ

Summer is offically here and for the first time ever I’m offering mini beach portrait session!  I’m heading to Avalon, NJ and I’d love for you to come too!  Family, kids, story the dress, enagement session, I’m open.

Mini sessions include:

30 minute of fun shooting

online gallery

1-5×7 print    $99.00

During your session you’ll be automatically entered to win……??? Book your session and you’ll find out!

Date options: July 19, 20 or 23rd.

I’ll only be holding 5 sessions per day. Don’t wait, book now! I can’t wait for the sea breeze and wine on the porch!

CALL me to set up your session- 717-808-5503 email- krisha@krishamartzall.com

*$50.00 non refundable retainer due by 7/10*

Can’t wait, see you all in Avalon in July!!!!!!!

Joy + Justin : Shippensburg University : Engagement Session

I’ve been having a University trend with my e-sessions! For Joy and Justin we were like rock stars all over campus. Joy’s father has worked for Shippensburg U since she was little. Her and her brother even grew up on campus! Literally on campus, there is an elementary school there too. Next month Ship will have another milestone notched in Joy’s life. Shippensburg U is where Joy and Justin are getting married! I can’t wait, it’s going to be so different and we get to run around campus for their shots. To stay equal and fair this e-session involved some Tennessee U t-shirts…Justin’s from Tennessee. LOVE his southern accent.  Oh yes, not to be forgotten, Chance. Chance is their dog, a cool older Beagle who loves a good snuggle. Chance even had a bath prior to our session. That’s some love.

Enjoy the photos and I’m looking forward to next month!

Andrea+Ed : Lauxmont Farms : Wrightsville, York PA : 4.26.09

I had a fantastic time on Sunday. Andrea and Ed’s wedding couldn’t have been more perfect. There are so many images I’d like to share with you all so I’m going to switch this up a bit. I’m posting 60+ images and I’ll add  my commentary where need be. I also got to work with one of my favorite, most appreciated vendors, Sandra Porterfield! Her floral arrangements are to die for. I can see her artistic craft and vision each time we get to work together. Sandra’s website will be coming soon but for now PLEASE call her! (email me and I’ll give you her number) Nothing but the best working with Sandra!

Now, Andrea and Ed

This image I’ve entitled “Father and Son” (above)

Ed and Ben were so proud of their socks. Good purchase guys!

This is Ed to a T. Classic!

I’m in love with Andrea’s shoes!

I loved Jenny and Andrea’s hair. Rocking job Luxe Salon!

One of my favorites.

Time for some ring around the rosie~

You’re never too old to get kisses from your Dad but watch out for their reaction when they get older!

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Ben and Katie where best friends during the reception. I don’t know but I think Ben’s ready for a sibling (hehe)

These two characters were cracking me up all night.

First a little Brother/Sister dancing then Bride/Groom.

Thank you Andrea and Ed for allowing me to photograph your day. I’m so glad I could document your day. I wish you two the best of luck and cherish my three new friends I’ve gained.

My best!!!!! Krisha