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Cincy Trip

Posted in 2013, Absurdly Adorable, Animals, Baby, Businesses You Should Know About, Clientele, Documented Events, Events, Family, Her Side Project, Katie Was Here, Kids, Personal, Pet Photography, Portraits, Professional, Scenery, tagged 2013, Baby, Cincinnati, Cincy, dogs, Her Side Project, natural light, Ohio, parents, pet, Photography on May 30, 2013 | 1 Comment »

When my best friend Christine announced she was going to graduate school five years ago, I was so proud of her and completely supportive of the idea. That is until, she told me she was moving to Ohio.

Ohio? Really? Leaving the Lone Star State for the Midwest? Leaving me behind?! I was a little bit heartbroken. However, as the years passed, I changed my tune. So many amazing things in her life have happened as a result: she earned her PHD, got married, and gave birth to an adorable baby boy, Robbie. This month, after years of wanting to make it up there, I finally hopped on a plane to visit Christine in her town: Cincinnati!

I had no real expectations going into the trip, but I now have the BEST things to say about Cincy. This All-American city is clean and urban, with pockets of sweet neighborhoods all around. Christine, Ryan and Robbie live very close to the cutest town square you ever did see. Our weekend was filled with fun activities:

{Lazy mornings lounging and playing at home}

{Going for walks/jogs to the town square, trying Graeter’s ice cream (amazing!)}

{Doing hot yoga (my first class, loved it!), dinners in/out, and of course, photographing my little ‘nephew’ — the Robs.}

Christine + Co are about to move, so it was really special to document their lives in Cincy. Of course, we had a full photo shoot dedicated to Mommy + Baby pics.

The trip was the perfect mix of relaxation, activity, spending time together, and trying new things. I just love these people!

xoxo,
Aunt “KK”

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Season Six

Posted in 2013, Documented Events, Her Side Project, Katie Was Here, Personal, Really Random, tagged AMC, dress up, Her Side Project, Instagram, joan, Mad Men, peggy, roger, season premiere, series, television on April 8, 2013 | 1 Comment »

Snapshot from our Mad Men watching party last night, c/o Instagram.

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Joan forever!

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Birthday Bliss

Posted in 2013, Absurdly Adorable, Documented Events, Events, Family, Her Side Project, Kids, tagged backyard, balloons, Birthday, boy, kid, mom, party, tattoos, three on March 26, 2013 | Leave a Comment »

Fake tattoos, balloons and CAKE! What more could a 3-year-old boy possibly need?

More to come soon from this fun birthday bash!

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Austin Specialty Beer Festival

Posted in 2013, Businesses You Should Know About, Current Events, Documented Events, Events, Music, Scenery, Volunteering, tagged Alaskan Amber, Austin, Austin Specialty Beer Festival, beer, Boys and Girls Club, brewing company, event, festival, Fiesta Gardens, public, Real Ale on February 28, 2013 | 2 Comments »

GREAT times were had by all at the Austin Specialty Beer Festival. Thank you to Julie at the Boys and Girls Club of the Austin Area for inviting me to capture the fun at Fiesta Gardens.

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For the rest of the gallery, click here.

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Team Kate

Posted in 2013, Current Events, Documented Events, Events, Katie Was Here, Personal, Volunteering, tagged Austin, cancer, half marathon, Her Side Project, LIVESTRONG, marathon, Team Kate, Texas, Texas State Capitol on February 18, 2013 | 2 Comments »

February 17, 2013 will go down in history as one of the best days of my life. I realize days that begin at 4:00AM are not usually described this way – BUT – this was for Team Kate. So it was worth it.

Running 13.1 miles was easily the hardest thing I have ever done. With my fabulous trainer Moe by my side, we conquered hills and long stretches of urban blocks (alongside 18,000 other athletes) for three hours and twenty five minutes. I’m usually a treadmill/trail runner, so long distance city running was definitely a new experience. I’m glad I can blog from a seated position… I’m just a little sore today (ow).

This was the biggest physical challenge I’ve ever taken on, but maintaining focus on Kate and her cancer fight (as well as the cheering from thousands of spectators) was more than enough to help me push past any discomfort. Thank you to all of my family and friends who supported me before, during and after the race. I couldn’t have done it without you.

Now to share pictures from this amazing day, and of this incredibly strong woman and her supportive family and friends. I love you, Kate.

Co-captains with Kate!:

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Team Kate on the steps of the Capitol before the marathon began:

Team Kate had 120 runners and collectively raised $60,000 for LIVESTRONG. So proud that our team was featured on KVUE!

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Hello 2013

Posted in 2012, Absurdly Adorable, Baby, Bride, Businesses You Should Know About, Clientele, Documented Events, Events, Family, Headshots, Her Side Project, Holiday, iPhone Photography, Katie Was Here, Kids, Personal, Professional, Scenery, Vacation, Wedding, tagged 2012, 2013, anecdotal, Austin, AWC Austin, Baby, beaver creek, Boot Whisperer, Bride, canon 5D mark III, Charleston, christmas, CO, couples, DC, Facebook, Family, friends, half marathon, Her Side Project, holiday, home, Instagram, Jamaica, kids, LIVESTRONG, nature, Negril, outdoors, Photography, photos, portraits, recap, relationship, running, SC, Texas, travel, Vacation, Washington, Wedding on January 3, 2013 | Leave a Comment »

2012 was a year of change and growth. As with every New Year, there’s something reassuring about starting anew. I’m entering 2013 feeling optimistic, calm, and forward-thinking. I can’t wait to see what this year holds! Who knows what kind of recap post I will be writing one year from now!

As always, I am thankful for your readership, your business, and your friendship. Her Side Project would not be what it is today without you.

This year:
I made new friendships (both inside and outside the office), finally set the Her Side Project Facebook Page live, started wearing new specs more often, upgraded my camera equipment to the Canon 5D Mark III (big personal/professional achievement!), celebrated the marriage of five different wonderful couples!, started running and training for my first half marathon on behalf of an extremely important person, celebrated one year with that certain special someone, attended several live music shows (noteworthy: Florence & The Machine and Joe Pug), joined and became quite active with an amazing organization (AWC Austin), cheered on the Texas Longhorns (Hook ‘Em!), attended another fab year of SXSW, met the famed Boot Whisperer!, supported my best friend as she became a mother, traveled extensively… and so much more.

Wishing you a bright year full of new beginnings.

All my love,
Katie

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Here are the highlights:

A sweet redheaded baby boy:

Met one of my favorite bloggers at SXSW ’12: cupcakes and cashmere.

Visited beautiful Washington, DC, Beaver Creek, CO, Charleston, SC, and NYC.

A windy Spring day.

Met a little girl with a flower in her hair.

Old family & friends in the beautiful Texas Hill Country!

Birthday twins.

“Got Smart.”

Hung out with some super fierce crime fighters.

Photographed my dear cousin’s picture-perfect family.

Celebrated some rockin’ birthday parties.

Pretty in pink portraits.

Nuptials in Jamaica, mon.

Posed with the sister: graduate edition.

Brotherly love.

Christmas: A family affair

2011 recap.

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Bask in the Glow

Posted in 2012, Clientele, Current Events, Documented Events, Events, Family, Food Photography, Kids, tagged Birthday, bowling, cupcakes, fun, glow in the dark, kids, party, Union Underground, University of Texas at Austin, UT on December 27, 2012 | 1 Comment »

Happy, happy 5th birthday to one of the coolest kids around: Liam!

Liam and his parents threw an unforgettable glow bowl part-ay at the Union Underground. From bowling ball cupcakes, to glow stick necklaces, to mini bowling alley decorations on the table — Jennifer had every detail down to a T. The kids seemed to enjoy every minute – and so did the parents!

The room was evenly divided between bowlers and air hockey fanatics. A good time was had by all!

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Again – happy birthday, Liam. Hope it was the best one yet and there are many more wonderful ones to come!

Now, go forth and be as pumped about today as this kid is about bowling:

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ConGRADulations, Graduate!

Posted in 2012, Current Events, Documented Events, Events, Family, Katie Was Here, Personal, Professional, tagged college, education, electrical engineering, Family, graduation, masters degree, milestone, professional, proud, school, sister, University of Texas at Dallas, UTD on December 11, 2012 | 5 Comments »

I can’t recall why, but when Laura (my little sister/partner-in-crime/lifelong friend) graduated from high school in 2007, I missed it.

I was in college, so perhaps I was in the middle of final exams? Or traveling? Or sick? For whatever reason, I wasn’t there… and I swore I’d make it up to her four years later.

Fast forward to her undergraduate ceremony in 2011 when I came down with mononucleosis. MONO! As an adult! It was terribly odd, and I once again – I missed the graduation festivities. Not cool.

Fast forward to present day, December 2012. Laura has completed her Masters degree in Electrical Engineering! I couldn’t be prouder! On Monday night, the week of graduation, I developed a sore throat. Chalking it up to allergies, I ignored it. However, by Tuesday morning I knew something was wrong. Several packets of Emergen-c, countless cups of scalding tea and trip to the doctor all confirmed: I had a viral infection. G-r-e-a-t.

By Thursday evening, my fever had been broken for 24 hours and while I felt bad, I was clear to spend time around people. So, not to miss my THIRD opportunity to be by my smart sista’s side, I hopped in the car with my folks and made a day trip to Dallas.

I’m so glad I was there! I found myself holding back the tears as my sweet little baby sister marched to Pomp & Circumstance, attentively listened to the speaker, and crossed the stage (where the Dean of Students actually hugged her!) — all with pure joy written across her face.

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I don’t know this kid, but he’s awesome and pretty much epitomizes graduation. Lgrad_hsp3

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While this intelligent chica may pursue her PHD in the future (she’s qualified!), I’m glad I didn’t take any chances on missing this graduation. Can you imagine missing all three? That would be the worst.

Congrats to one of the coolest grads around.

Yours in hot beverages & soup,
Katie

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Jamaica, Mon

Posted in 2012, Businesses You Should Know About, Documented Events, Family, Katie Was Here, Personal, Scenery, Vacation, Wedding, tagged beach, Couple, Family, friends, guests, international, Jamaica, Negril, Sandals Beach Resort, trip, Vacation, Wedding on November 12, 2012 | 1 Comment »

Today I’d like to share some of my favorite photos from this year. I took them on a glorious vacation to Negril, Jamaica for the wedding of my beautiful friends, Ashley and Jack.

The weekend was absolutely perfect. Over 100 family and friends traveled from the U.S., so there were always familiar faces ready to share a meal, lay on the beach, dance late into the night and go explore activities on the island (catamaran, snorkeling, long walks on the beach, etc).

The ocean was incredibly breathtaking. I arrived on Thursday night, and while I could hear the ocean, it was pitch-black and I couldn’t see a thing. Imagine my shock and awe the following morning as I took in the beautiful blue ocean before me. The part that amazed me most was how close we were to the sand/water. It was merely a few steps off the sidewalk on the resort and you were in the sand and surf.

Day-to-day, I had my trusty iPhone by my side to capture the fun and my surroundings. So relaxing and fun!

I brought out my “big camera” out for the extra special moments: the wedding and reception. It was a gorgeous ceremony as the sun began to set on the ocean.

Here comes the bride!

As a small plane flew over the island, there was a quick break in the ceremony (pretty, but noisy!).

When it came time for the exchanging of the rings, there was a little problem. Brooke (MOH) accidentally forgot the rings in the hotel room, and had to run to get them! Haha love you, Brooke.

After the ceremony, I took many romantic couple photos for wedding guests. It was so much fun!

Best father/daughter dance ever!

Congratulations again, Ashley & Jack! I hope married life is wonderful! Miss you guys.

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Staying Sharp

Posted in 2012, Businesses You Should Know About, Clientele, Documented Events, Events, Stuff To Think About, tagged Association of Women in Communications, Austin, AWC Austin, career, Communications, conference, Cristen James, Dara Quackenbush, Elizabeth Christian, Julie Lara, PR, professional, Texas, work on October 4, 2012 | Leave a Comment »

Confession time: I have a personal motto.

“In order to be successful, you must first surround yourself with successful people.”

A wise person shared it with me a long time ago. Ever since, it’s served me well — in college, in my career, in my relationships with others and more.

During Get Smart , the phrase echoed in my mind over and over again. As I documented the day’s activities, I couldn’t help but marvel at the incredibly talented individuals all around me. First of all, these people took time out of their busy schedules to teach others, to learn from each other, to help one another… all special sacrifices I admire very much. Secondly, these seasoned professionals get it. They believe in taking risks, hard work and staying sharp. The Austin community (especially the professionals in this town) never fails to astound me.

The panelists were insightful and attendees were attentive note-takers (whether it be by pen & paper, laptop, cell phone, iPad… you name it and I saw it!). Since the lovely ladies of AWC Austin hosted the event, the rooms were full of mostly women. However, a few nice gentleman came and contributed to the sessions in the form of presentation or audience participation.

Staying sharp is oh-so-important for everyone! Careers aside, the bottom line is it’s crucial for personal growth and development. These folks understand the significance, and are definitely doing their part to contribute to the community’s success – individually and as a whole. Did I mention they’re also good looking and know how to have a good time? The proof is in the pictures!