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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 »
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.
For the rest of the gallery, click here.
“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
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.
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.
Christmas: A family affair
2011 recap.
Grey Rock Holiday Photos
Posted in 2012, Clientele, Current Work, Family, Holiday, Kids, Scenery, tagged Austin, Family, Grey Rock Country Club, holidays, photo, shoot, Texas on November 16, 2012 | 4 Comments »
I can’t believe it, but it’s true: I just celebrated a third annual family photo shoot with the beautiful Jennifer and her men (wonderful husband, Rand and amazing kid, Liam). These folks have become loyal clients, friends, and some of my biggest advocates. In a word, they are awesome. 
The first time I met Liam he was just 2 years old! Now he’s FIVE. Looking back on photos, he’s so itty bitty! Now he’s a big kid. I’m getting a little emotional thinking about fast time flies!
Jennifer has great taste in clothes and location. We’ve shot at the most fabulous places in the past, and this year Grey Rock Country Club was no exception. The trees were incredible and the golf course was so beautiful. We had a lot of fun together!
More photos coming soon of Liam’s awesome 5th glow bowl birthday party at the Union Underground. For now, please take a peek at some of the results from our holiday photo shoot.
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.
Fall is All Around Us!
Posted in 2012, Holiday, Katie Was Here, Scenery, tagged Austin, environment, Fall, Pumpkins, seasons, surroundings, temperature, tradition, TX on October 10, 2012 | 1 Comment »
One Man, One Woman, One Birthday?
Posted in 2012, Current Events, Events, Katie Was Here, Personal, Scenery, tagged anecdotal, august 31st, beaver creek, Birthday, boyfriend, Colorado, Couple, dating, first dates, flashback, girlfriend, love, memories, photos, travel, Vacation on August 31, 2012 | 3 Comments »
Today I bring you a flashback.
Let me set the scene: We sat across from each other at a small circular table. Each with a glass of wine in hand, slowly sipping while making friendly conversation. Slyly glancing at one another while getting used to each other.
First dates. Most are awkward. This one was not. But, we were a little shy (give us a break).
Conversation was flowing well, until:
Him: “Well for my birthday, at the end of August…”
Me: (interrupting) “What day?”
Him: “August 31st.”
Me: (very inappropriately) “SHUT. UP!“
After that ridiculous outburst and dragging out my wallet, I shoved my drivers license in his face and said “OMIGOD. WE HAVE THE SAME BIRTHDAY.”
Almost a year later, here we are (miraculously, after that stunt I pulled). Sharing a birthday, two years apart. I’ve never shared my birthday with anyone I know (except for a former boss). I wasn’t sure how I’d like that… sharing MY day… but it turns out it’s not so bad. Actually, it’s better. I love sharing my birthday with my favorite, my best friend.
Looking forward to celebrating this weekend with our families. For fun, check out this cute little invitation I made for the event. Yep, those are pics of us when we were small.
Happy birthday, honey. Happy birthday to us! May this next year be the best yet.
Memories Made in the Texas Hill Country
Posted in 2012, Clientele, Colleagues, Current Work, Family, Her Side Project, Kids, Personal, Scenery, tagged Family, fourth of july, generations, getaway, Hill Country, Photography, Texas, Vacation, Weekend, wimberley on August 7, 2012 | 5 Comments »
After making my way down several winding country roads, I arrived at a lovely home tucked away in the Texas Hill Country. I’d been planning this photo shoot for weeks, and I was excited. Excited to capture a beautiful family on this gorgeous piece of land, and excited to see my dear friend Melissa.
Melissa and I met in 2007 as interns at the same company. We worked together on various projects until a few years ago, when she moved to Chicago with her husband to pursue new life adventures. I miss having Melissa close by, but we do a good job of keeping in touch via social networking and email. Melissa is amazing graphic designer, and the brains behind Her Side Project’s logo and Twitter background. She is such a talent and sweet soul – I’m thankful to know her!
For the 4th of July, her family rendezvoused in Wimberly, TX. As the sun set on a hot summer day, we took pictures around the property. Melissa’s nephews were so stinkin’ cute and a joy to be around. As I edited this shoot, I couldn’t wipe the smile off my face. Just looking at these pictures reminds me how loving this family is, and how much positive energy they bring to those around them.
It was really fun to see the different generations and family units interact as a big group. Melissa’s parents were present, as well as her husband, her sister’s husband and their two children, her grandmother and her stunning youngest sister (I can’t get over how beautiful these women are!). It’s sweet to see how families grow over the years.
Charleston, SC | Boone Hall Plantation
Posted in 2012, Animals, Businesses You Should Know About, Documented Events, Katie Was Here, Personal, Scenery, Vacation, tagged Boone Hall Plantation, Charleston, Family, Gullah, hermit crab, history, Isle of Palms, lowcountry, plantation, scenery, slavery, South Carolina, spanish moss, summer, summertime, tours, Vacation, Wild Dunes Resort on August 2, 2012 | 1 Comment »
I’ve been a pretty lucky girl over the last few months. I’ve had the good fortune of taking two trips out of state with close friends and family. It’s been a busy, but wonderfully memorable, summer — with as little time in the Texas heat as possible (thank goodness!)
Our first destination was Charleston, South Carolina. I’ve always wanted to visit this quaint, historic town, and our trip did not disappoint. We spent five marvelous days at Wild Dunes on the Isle of Palms, a little beach community about 30 minutes outside the city. It was as picturesque as a sleepy beachtown can possibly be, with lots of lounging, fine dining, beach strolling, sight seeing, biking and more. Everywhere we turned there were families outside doing various activities and enjoying their summer vacations.
On the first day, we ventured over to Boone Hall Plantation.
“In 1743, the son of Major John Boone planted live oak trees, arranging them in two evenly spaced rows. This spectacular approach to his home symbolizes southern heritage and will take root in your memory for many years to come. It would take two centuries for the massive, moss-draped branches to meet overhead, forming today’s natural corridor and a scene that NBC Daytime television says is ‘a must see stop on any trip to Charleston, S.C.’”
NBC Daytime television was right! Boone Hall is well worth the visit. The grounds and spanish moss will take your breath away.
While touring the grounds, we visited “master house” and a few of the slave homes (still standing today, thanks the brick facade), listened to tour guides explain what life was like at the plantation in the 30s, walked through a tropical butterfly garden and watched a brilliant performance about Gullah culture.
Side note: did any of my peeps from the 90s (holla!) ever watch Gullah Gullah Island on Nick Jr.? I saw more than a few episodes, but I had NO idea what the show’s title, and story lines, stood for. There’s so much history in the Gullah culture, I’d encourage you to read up on it.
{Black shutters on brick and stucco is a beautiful trend in S.C. I fell head over heels.}
{A sideways walking hermit crab!}
I miss the Lowcountry with my whole heart and hope to return one day soon!
