Jul 19:  preparations and excitement of things to come.

Jul 20:  pollinator.

Jul 21:  ADOPT!  ADOPT!  ADOPT!!  Why buy and create more animals, when there are already SO many who desperately needs homes??

Jul 22:  Greg.

Jul 23:  a very thoughtful gift. 

Jul 24:  came bearing gifts…

Jul 25:  “ice cold ice”?  really??

Jul 26:  celebrations. 

Jul 27:  is that an order?  or a suggestion?

Jul 28:  Americana.

Jul 29:  quiet moments.

Jul 30:  taking the “to a good home only” to a whole different level.

Jul 31:  tea leaves.

Aug 1:  birthday girl.

Aug 2:  nostalgia.

Aug 3:  obscured view.

Aug 4:  “ceremonies”.

Aug 5:  cheep.

Aug 6:  SOS.

Aug 7:  Courtney and Jason get married.

Aug 8:  Laura.

Aug 9:  preparations.  and the best way to spend a summer morning. 

Aug 10:  nature v. man

Aug 11:  Hazlee’s giggles.

Aug 12:  smoke break.

Aug 13:  yard sale!

Aug 14:  Chauncey.

Aug 15:  summer evening picnics (with rain adjustments).

Aug 16:  personalities.

Aug 17:  foggy mornings.

Aug 18:  from 110. 

A few weeks ago, Mandie and Al tied the knot.  I’ve known Al for many, many years, and he is one of the nicest souls I know.  I think Mandie must be an equally special girl.  :) 

I think everyone has been waiting for a long, long time for Al’s wedding day, and this day certainly didn’t disappoint.  There was a lot of love in the air, and I think the party will go down in history as one of the best ever.  :) 

They had their reception at the Caldwell Consistory in Bloomsburg, and since they were spending the night at The Inn at Turkey Hill, we decided to make a little detour over there, too.

Al’s brother, Bobby, joins the band from time to time, and it’s always a treat when they put on the show together.

What a way to finish the night!! 

Mandie and Al - it was a beautiful, fun, magical evening.  We wish you many, MANY years of love, health and happiness…the kind that only gets better and richer with every passing year.  Much love to you both! 

xo ~ Kara

Laura was interested in doing a bridal session, and at an interesting location, of course.  There is a place right around the corner from my place that I’ve been meaning to check out, and this was the perfect opportunity for it. 

Laura also had her hair and make up done for the session (I can not stress strongly enough what it will do for your pictures!).  She looked absolutely STUNNING, and was just perfect for her pictures!

Enjoy!

Thanks for a fantastic time, Laura!! 
xo ~ Kara

(more…)

Jul 2:  cheese steak time. 

Jul 3:  summer days.

Jul 4:  Happy Birthday, Caiti.  :)  xoxo

Jul 5:  parade.

Jul 6:  fun times.

Jul 7:  poolside.

Jul 8:  bed time.

Jul 9:  swallowtail.

Jul 10:  Al.

Jul 11:  celebrations.

Jul 12:  I’m still trying to figure out if this is meant to be offensive or funny.  Or both.

Jul 13:  do not use this vending machine.

Jul 14:  I actually forgot to take a picture this day. 

Jul 15:  I HATE it when the envelope glue gets all stuck on itself before I have a chance to seal it.

Jul 16:  Karen. 

Jul 17:  mmmmmmmmmm…….. 

Jul 18:  evening picnics. 

Jun 1:  clouds.

Jun 2:  loved. 

Jun 3:  gifts from Kristy. 

Jun 4:  flowers aren’t the only pretty part.

Jun 5:  movie night. 

Jun 6:  Louis.

Jun 7:  networking at a higher power.

Jun 8:  it’s ours!

Jun 9:  details…

Jun 10:  surprise visits home with gifts?  priceless.

Jun 11:  lunch break.

Jun 12:  projects.

Jun 13:  summertime.

Jun 14:  resting.

Jun 15:  best.bookstore.EVER.

Jun 16:  love.

Jun 17:  an introduction to chemicals.

Jun 18:  the promise of things to come…

Jun 19:  exercise.

Jun 20:  hayride.

Jun 21:  what an awesome building!

Jun 22:  passing through…

Jun 23:  perpetual flowers.

Jun 24:  it’s coming…

Jun 25:  a cool bug I saw on my way in to the grocery store.

Jun 26:  Lily. 

Jun 27:  family. 

Jun 28:  moments.

Jun 29:  stopped traffic on the turnpike after three previous traffic jams.  *sigh*  “welcome to this moment”.

Jun 30:  free spirits. 

Rather than do separate posts , I think I’ll try to do each month at a time (really??  It’s been long enough that I’m talking in months??).  Here you go!

 May 13:  summertime is coming….

May 14:  the importance of proper spelling:

May 15:  trails.

May 16:  springtime sun.

May 17:  what’s this, you might ask?  Ambulance meets towncar.  Ambulimo.

May 18:  I hate driving in this kind of weather. 

May 19:  stillness.

May 20:  Candiace.

May 21:  reclaiming.

May 22:  countryside peace.

May 23:  I think this is the most confusing ad I’ve ever seen…

May 24:  softness.

May 25:  hallways.

May 26:  silhouette.

May 27:  Colleen.

May 28:  Tommy.

May 29:  forest.

May 30:  still life.

May 31:  projects.

next up:  June. 

A few weeks ago, SeaJay came in to my studio and let me experiment with some light and beauty of her tattooed art.  It was an immense pleasure getting to meet her, and to photograph her, as well! 

I had originally posted a couple of images as a preview, here are a few more from our session.

Thanks again, Sea Jay!! 

xo ~ Kara

A few weeks ago Melanie and I headed out to explore an abandoned warehouse for her bridal session…her hair and make up were spot on for what we were looking for, and we decided to have some fun getting dirty and greasy!  She rocked it!

Thanks for a great time, Melanie! :) 

xo ~ Kara

Not too long ago, I had the pleasure of hanging out with Melissa and Jef in my studio.  I’ve known Melissa for a few years and have met Jef in passing; this was the first time I was able to spend any “quality” time with him.  What a lucky girl to spend the afternoon with them!  :)  Both are extremely kind-hearted souls, and are so in tune and well matched to each other that it makes your heart happy to be a part of them, even for a few hours.

Thanks for a wonderful time!! 

xo ~ Kara