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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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Facebook Official (FBO)

Posted in 2012, Baby, Businesses You Should Know About, Engagement, Events, Family, Food Photography, Her Side Project, Kids, Maternity, Personal, Professional, Vacation, Wedding, tagged Austin, babies, Baby, cards, couples, engaged, engagement, event, Facebook, Family, Her Side Project, holiday, kids, lifestyle, maternity, memories, photos, Portrait, Texas on December 12, 2012 | Leave a Comment »

They say nothing is official unless it’s on Facebook. Well, believe what you’d like, but please consider liking the brand spankin’ new page for Her Side Project!

Yours in photos, memories and perfect light,
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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Bridal Suite Scenery

Posted in 2011, Bride, Businesses You Should Know About, Documented Events, Events, Family, Katie Was Here, Personal, Wedding, tagged 6th street, Austin, Best Friend, Bride, getting ready, hair, Jeff Loftin Photography, makeup, Texas, The Driskill, Wedding on February 7, 2012 | 2 Comments »

On the eve of New Years Eve, my best friend Christine married the love of her life, Ryan. The glorious day began at 9am sharp, as all the bridesmaids gathered together at the Driskill hotel in downtown Austin for hair, makeup, mimosas and relaxation. Before Jeff Loftin Photography and his team showed up to document the day, I snapped a few photos while we lived the life of leisure in the bridal suite.

This hotel was the perfect. The beautiful room was full of natural light and exquisite touches. French doors swung open to greet the beautiful morning, overlooking popular 6th street. Sunny and in the low 70s, you couldn’t ask for better weather for a wedding — right in the middle of winter, too! The bed’s headboard had an elaborate design, providing a beautiful backdrop for many of the photos.

Reghan, Christine’s flower girl, hung out with the “big girls,” and even got her hair and makeup done. She’s such a doll.

Christine, you were a beautiful bride. Thank you so much for asking me to be your Maid of Honor and for your stellar friendship since 6th grade! Can’t wait to see what the future holds for more milestones and fun. I know you’ll be by my side (or at the very least, on the phone!) Love you!

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Almost One Year Ago

Posted in Clientele, Documented Events, Editing Soundtrack, Engagement, Her Side Project, Katie Was Here, Music, Personal, Secret Proposal, Wedding, tagged Becker Vineyards, Headlong, proposal, secret proposal, She Said Yes, The Frames, wine on November 2, 2011 | Leave a Comment »

Every time I hear Headlong by Glen Hansard, I immediately think of my favorite photo shoot: The Proposal.

I heard this song for the first time last Fall. I listened just before driving down to Becker Vineyards on that beautiful November morning. I played it on repeat in my headphones as I edited picture after picture and carefully composed Nick & Amy’s blog post. For whatever reason, this song served as the soundtrack to one of the most wonderful stories I’ve had the privilege of sharing through photographs. I’ll always love the song, and the memories that go along with it.

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Texas Roots

Posted in Bride, Current Events, Documented Events, Engagement, Family, Food Photography, Katie Was Here, Music, Personal, Wedding, tagged Austin, Best Friend, Bridal Shower, Bride, Bridesmaids, Celebration, Live Music Capital of the World, Texas, TX on June 3, 2011 | 6 Comments »

She may live in Cincinnati, but Christine’s roots are in Austin, Texas. It was only fitting that our fair city and hometown serve as the inspiration for our best friend’s bridal shower.

After months of planning and plotting, the big night finally arrived. From classic Texas decor to Austin inspired cookies (guitars, stars and bats anyone?) our theme was complete. Here are a few scenes from the celebration!

We love you, Christine! You’re the best friend a girl could ask for!

Special thanks to my sister, Laura, for stepping behind the camera to grab a few shots from the party. Without her, I might not be in any!

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Gorgeous and Perfect

Posted in Bride, Current Events, Personal, Wedding, tagged Bride, Dress, Duchess of Cambridge, Kate Middleton, Princess, Royal Wedding, Veil on April 29, 2011 | 1 Comment »

I didn’t take this, but how amazing would it have been to be the one who did?

I have completely fallen victim to the magic that is the Royal Wedding. “Princess Catherine Elizabeth, Duchess of Cambridge.” Has a certain something to it, no?

Flawless makeup, such poise, a beautiful voice, those sleeves!

Starstruck,
Katie

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Rocky Mountain Wedding

Posted in Bride, Personal, Wedding on July 15, 2010 | 3 Comments »

What do you get when you take an engaged gal, 50 of her closest family and friends and a trip to Dunton Hot Springs, CO? A fabulous four-day wedding in the mountains!

I am so honored to know Brooke and her now-husband (!) Ryan. Brooke and I lived together for a year and a half in Fort Worth. She was one of my very first friends in that city and introduced me to a great group of people I have come to love just as much as her! When she called that fateful night to tell me she was engaged, I screamed on the rooftop of the Reata. After the bridal magazines papered our living room floor for a few months and she asked me to be a bridesmaid, I couldn’t contain my excitement. As I accompanied her to boutique after boutique and she tried on wedding gowns, I had to hold back the tears. Every party, shower and phone call over the past year has been filled with happiness and anticipation. The wedding may have now come and gone, but my elation has not diminished in the slightest.

Brooke & Ryan – I wish you a lifetime of happiness. Congratulations.