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Happy 3rd Birthday, Winston!

Posted in 2013, Absurdly Adorable, Animals, Baby, Clientele, Events, Family, Her Side Project, Kids, Pet Photography, Really Random, tagged animals, annual, Baby, backyard, balloons, Birthday, boy, brother, cake, cupcakes, dad, Goats, guests, mom, parents, party, petting zoo, presents, sister, three on April 25, 2013 | Leave a Comment »

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I first met him when he was three months old, so it’s hard to believe Winston is now an energetic three year old! Last month, I documented his birthday party for the third year in a row.

W’s parents are extremely cool and always have a fun theme or special element to add some pizzaz to the party. Whether a bucket of cake, silly string, petting zoo or temporary tattoos for each guest, you know these events are sure to be a fun time!

Here is a small sample of fun from our afternoon.

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Happy birthday, Winston! Stay cool, kid.

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Secret Post

Posted in 2013, Businesses You Should Know About, Clientele, Headshots, Her Side Project, Personal, Portraits, Professional, tagged Austin, Brooklyn, curly hair, head shots, Her Side Project, Katie Shagman, New York, NY, photographer, Photography, portraits, pretty, Texas, UCB, Upright Citizens Brigade, woman on April 15, 2013 | Leave a Comment »

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Looks, charm, wit, smarts? This girl’s got ‘em all, and now she can add professional head shots to the list.

A stunning beauty – those curls! – Cameron can make your sides hurt from laughing so hard (although she’d never brag about herself like I am doing right now).

We had the most magnificent time taking her head shots. I’m going to let you in on a little secret: when it’s misty and humid outside, that’s usually a recipe for a photo shoot disaster (curly haired girls, ya feel me?). But, check it! The weather couldn’t even phase Cameron’s beauty!

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Cameron McCall is a Brooklyn-based writer, performer and producer. With her sketch team Secrets Club, she has co-starred in original shows at UCB Theater and the People’s Improv Theater. As an improvisor, she has shared stages with former and current members of SNL and The Daily Show. Laughter, tacos and yoga are her lifeblood.

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A New Addition

Posted in 2013, Absurdly Adorable, Baby, Clientele, Colleagues, Family, Her Side Project, Maternity, Portraits, tagged Austin, Baby, boy, Downtown, first child, happiness, Her Side Project, love, maternity, parents, pregnancy, son, Sunset, Texas on April 10, 2013 | 1 Comment »

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The moment I heard the news I thought, “Oh, how perfect.”

You see, my colleague Laura and her husband Michael are going to be the best parents. These two exude happiness and joy! They’re expecting their first child and this baby is already so loved!

I had the best time with L&M in downtown Austin as the sun was setting on the city. We got to photograph some areas I’d eagerly scouted out, and each place helped capture part of their personalities and relationship.

So looking forward to meeting Michael Jr. this summer. Until then, we will all have fun anticipating his arrival.

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Texas Springtime

Posted in 2013, Family, Her Side Project, Katie Was Here, Personal, tagged Austin, bluebonnets, Family, Field, Flowers, fun, Her Side Project, love, photographs, Photography, photos, portraits, Spring, springtime, Texas on April 8, 2013 | 5 Comments »

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There are few things more beautiful to me than Texas in the springtime.

Maybe it’s the comfort and familiarity of wildflowers and bluebonnets as patches pop up on the side of the road. Maybe it’s the glorious change in the weather. Hey – maybe it’s the fact that allergies don’t bother me as much when the rain finally sweeps through. Whatever the reason(s), it’s a gorgeous time of year that deserves to be documented.

That’s why my family (+ two amazing guests ) recently got together for a quick photo shoot! Extra fun part? I got to be in the pictures, too!

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Thanks to my Dad and Matthew for “second shooting!”

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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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Texas Bluebonnets

Posted in 2013, Her Side Project, Personal, Scenery, tagged bluebonnets, Couple, Field, portraits, scarf, springtime, Texas on March 25, 2013 | 1 Comment »

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Love Texas, springtime and this guy.

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“Her” Side Project

Posted in 2013, Concept Photography, Headshots, Her Side Project, Katie Was Here, Personal, Portraits, Professional, Scenery, tagged Austin, business, cedar, Field, grass, Her Side Project, Katie, land, pictures, portraits, Sunset, Texas, winter on February 1, 2013 | 2 Comments »

This is the story of a field. A magnificent, beautiful piece of land I notice every time I drive by. And let me tell you something: I just can’t get it out of my mind.

Yes, we may be in the middle of winter, but the white, overgrown grass is stunning. To top it off, the sunset always seems to be perfectly positioned nearby. Grass, sunset, available light… these are beautiful elements of this home we call Earth that stop me in my tracks. Places like this are a distraction, and remain so until I have a photo shoot fix.

It’s been awhile since I had portraits taken, so my man snapped a few pictures of me with my camera (while braving the cedar and putting up with my bossy direction — thanks honey). It was high time I updated my portfolio of personal pictures (see link – two years makes quite a difference)!

I love having pictures like these to share with others, look back on someday, and show clients the face behind Her Side Project. Please know I mean this in the least narcissistic way possible. I treasure them.

A simple photo shoot in the Texas sunlight was the best way to spend an evening… and now I have my field pictures. Life is good. I hope your upcoming weekend is full of fun, pretty light, and good Superbowl commercials.

Love,
Katie

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1957 {Editing Soundtrack}

Posted in 2013, Editing Soundtrack, Her Side Project, Music, Personal, tagged 1957, female vocalist, Her Side Project, Inspiration, love, male vocalist, Milo Greene, music video, singer, Song, songwriter on January 14, 2013 | Leave a Comment »

File under: absolutely obsessed & can’t stop listening to.

Listening to 1957 gives me a sense of longing. It also reminds me of how Austin feels (the vibe, the energy) in the beginning of Spring, or start of Fall (AKA when we have nice weather). This video is perfection. Especially the part where she stands out the sunroof in the car. Especially that part.

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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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