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!

 

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)

Mrs. D : Boudoir Session : York, PA

Last week I got to travel to York for my boudoir session. Mrs. D and I chatted during her pre-consult about her shoot ideas and brainstormed together. She had three very important prop ideas that pertained to her husband. Mrs. D’s session is an anniversary present for her Hubby.  From what I found out Mrs. D’s husband loves making his own beer, playing bass guitar and is a geek. A geek she loves very much!

I had a fun time during Mrs. D’s session. First shoot with a guitar, so sweet! Enjoy!

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!

Marlania + Nicholas : Millersville University : Engagement Session

Marlania and Nicholas have known each other since High School and they both attended Millersville University PLUS they’re both teachers! Seems like a path destined for the two, to continue life together.

The blooms were blooming and spring had started to… spring, when we had their session beginning of May. It was a little cloudy but the light was awesome! I had such a great time laughing and walking around campus together. I’m excited and can’t wait for their May 2010 wedding at The Inn at Leola Village. It’s going to be fabulous and a fun time as the two families merge.

Enjoy, Krisha~

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

Andrea + Ed : Lancaster County Park: Engagement Session (Ben too!)

Sometimes rescheduling because of weather really pays off, this was said case. Sunday’s weather was perfect! I hope this is a quirky trend that follows Andrea and Ed on their wedding day, April 26th. Finger’s crossed we’ll be in good shape!

We all meet up at Lancaster County Park. I love County Park for numerous reasons. I’m always discovering new shooting places and my dogies love the park too. I scouted out the best part and we started our session. Andrea had two requests; Can we please incorporate my convertible bug (of course, duh) and I’d really like some photographs with Ed’s Son. “He’s a cool dude”, her words exactly. I said heck ya to both requests and got all excited for their shoot. Andrea’s smile is infectious and warm, Ed is very cool, calm and dashing, Ben’s style is killer….I love my clients! Here’s a sneak peak of their session. I have more images to add but here are some of my favorites!

Four stars, this one is my absolute favorite! Reminds me of a film shot. Love the white empty space. (black and white, blue tint shot)

More to come next week! Happy Easter~

Ps-Boudoir Ladies your posts are coming soon!

Story the Dress- Amanda Gower- Austin Texas

As promised here’s the continuation of Mandy’s shoot. Next week their wedding post!

Show Mandy some love and leave a comment.

Story the Dress Session- Amanda Gower- Austin Texas

Can I just say after spending four days in Austin Texas in the air conditioning coming back to PA was a shock. It’s freezing!! I wore my winter coat including hat and gloves for my morning walk to the studio. Geez. During Mandy’s session we were sweating in the 86 degree, high noon, Texas sun. Enough weather talk I beat you want to hear about what “Story The Dress” is all about huh?!

First let me take a few steps back. Todd and I flew to Austin last Thursday to photograph the Gower/Whitaker destination wedding. Now, I have known Mandy since College, go AIP (Pittsburgh that is), and when Mandy called to tell me I’m getting married I said awesome! We’ll be there. I love when friends are also my clients!! Most of the time it’s clients who have become my friend, I’m not complaining, I love it! Mandy like myself attended AIP for Photography and made her way from Pittsburgh back to West Virginia to Austin Texas…..where she met a boy (ok, guy) on a blind date and wham they’re married. Oh and she’s going to school to become a teacher and her new husband is kick arse saving the environment.  Hi Tommy.

A fun new type of shoot sessions came along a couple of years ago called Trash the Dress or Rock the Dress. This type of shooting was created/developed by an artistic genius named, John Michael Cooper. I absolutely LOVE JMC. I’ve studied with him twice and try to talk with him whenever I can. ****side note he’ll be in Lancaster on Thursday. Can’t wait!!*** John Michael is a true inspiration and mentor for me. He’s great for invoking all kinds of creative ideas and gets the artist thinking cap going. He’s truly a humble, caring man, that I have great respect for.

My TTD twist is called Story the Dress. I want to see my clients outside of the wedding environment with their dress. I want to see their personality come through while wearing their dress.  Wear those crazy heals your mother gawked at. Chop your hair and put your dress back on. Make that dress a part of you, give it life, create it’s story. Don’t suffocate the dress in a bag right away. Let the dress speak, show it’s self off and stand proud. Make your dress a noun, give it an identity. Create a little monster, heck we can even name your dress! Just don’t lock it up in storage while it’s 15 minutes of fame wasn’t over….Story the Dress. Combined we’ll be it’s narrator.

Here is Amanda Gower (now Whitaker)’s Story the Dress, Austin Texas style.

The rest tomorrow…