My brain is always on overdrive, thinking of new things I'd like to try in my photography, so it was such a treat to meet Lynnae, who answered my model call to help me out with said new idea. (And if you'd like to hear when I have these model calls, hop on over to my Facebook page and become a liker to stay in the know. You don't even have to be a model, per se - I prefer to work with people without modeling experience, and we have a grand ol' time!) It was a ridiculously hot evening, but she definitely kept her cool and we had a blast as she had fun in front of the camera and indulged my whims. The light was seriously scrumptious and ...
Converse Kicks and Prom Dress Prettiness :: Miranda’s Missoula Senior Portraits
When Miranda and I met up for her senior photos and she showed me her pair of zebra-striped converse sneakers, I was beyond excited. We'd already gotten together before this, and she had told me she loves playing with color and being creative, and, not only that, she also digs photography and plans to attend RMSP after graduation from Big Sky High School. So...kindred spirits we definitely are, and our session only became more awesome after her sweet shoe-reveal. What all did our session entail? These are just a few things... Color? Heck yes. Sweet light? You better believe it. Twirly prom dresses? Oh yeah. Bare feet? Sure thing! Jean ...
Fabulous Fashion Finds – {NCBI Missoula’s Recessionista Photo Shoot}
I always love photographing YWCA Recessionistas (and Recessionisto's - gotta give a shout out to the guys, too!) to help promote their Secret Seconds stores in Missoula for a few different reasons: Our shoots are always a blast! These volunteer models have mega awesome fashion sense (from clothes they find at the stores - that's important to know!). Most importantly, it's for a great cause! The lovely folks from NCBI Missoula certainly lived up to these three things and, despite it being a bit windy (with the slight danger of going all Mary Poppins on the shoot with our rainbow umbrella), we all had a great time making ...
Woodsy Beauty – {Lacey’s Missoula Model Session}
Lacey and I met up the other day for her model session, all the while crossing our fingers the skies didn't open and start pouring on us. It was definitely chilly, but the weather cooperated and didn't saddle us with any raindrops. Lacey was great to work with, and I was excited that we also had wind to play with. That was certainly cold, but oh-so-worth-it. Thanks Lacey! Looking forward to working with you again in the future. :) On the docket: portraits! Cheers, -Kristine ...
Unveiling the Newest YWCA Recessionista Ads – {Featuring the Stylings of the ZACC and Adventure Cycling}
It's always so nice to be able to do something with my photography that really helps give back to the community and makes a difference - especially when it's as fun as these two shoots were. I had the pleasure of meeting up with three fabulous ladies from the Zootown Arts Community Center (ZACC) for their Recessionista shoot for the YWCA Secret Seconds Stores, and these ladies seriously rocked their images - and their clothes! I mean, look at them! They are some stylin' women! I can't wait to reveal more ads from their shoot as well. :) I also got to meet up with some folks from Adventure Cycling and have fun getting some action images ...
Playing in the Rain, and Fun in the Sun – {Kali’s Missoula Senior Session}
Kali and I had quite the adventure during her senior photo session - we seemed to keep hitting rainy days, which was kind of exactly the opposite of what Kali was envisioning for her photos - which was sunny and bright. However, for part of her session she wanted to shoot in more of an urban setting and figured rainy day shooting downtown wouldn't be so bad - and it wasn't at all! After having to reschedule a couple of times due to the sheets and sheets of rain hitting Missoula, she just decided to go for it, and go for it we did! We both got soaked during our rainy day shoot, but had a good time, even if we were a bit chilly after. So, we ...
Urban Style – {Alexis, Maddy and Krista’s Missoula Model Session}
It was one of those evenings that photographers (or at least I) really love - warm and sunny with delicious evening light. So Maddy, Alexis, Krista and I all took advantage of it and had fun making some smoldering images for their RMEA portfolios. Thanks again, ladies - you were great! Keep it up! :) On the docket: portraits and weddings! Stay tuned! Cheers! -Kristine ...
Quirky and Comedic – {Taylor’s Missoula Headshot Session}
It was a bit of a drizzly day when I met up with Taylor for her headshot session, but that certainly didn't dampen her spirits or the sheer brightness and fun of her shoot. Taylor is currently touring as an actor with the Missoula Children's Theater in the south east and wanted to update her headshots and website to reflect a more "quirky/comedic" look as she put it. So we went for bright, colorful and fun and I'd say it was a smashing success! Taylor, thanks again for having me make these images for you - it was so great working with you! Have fun down south! On the docket: weddings, portraits, and more weddings! Don't miss ...
Something to Drink to – {Black Coffee Roasting Co.’s Recessionisto Chic Photo Shoot}
Hi all! Keep your eyes open for the newest set of Recessionista ads featuring local Black Coffee Roasting Co. businessmen who are proud to shop at the Missoula YWCA‘s Secret Seconds thrift stores and show off their Recessionist-o chic side! We had a great time shooting these images, and I had so much fun designing the ads – thanks again for helping such a worthy cause. And YOU can help too – pop on in to a store, get yourself some new-to-you duds, and do the YWCA a favor, too! All sales at YWCA Secret Seconds help women and children in crisis, including the YWCA’s domestic violence shelter. On the docket: portraits and weddings ...
Springtime in Missoula – {Brin, Amelia and Leah’s Model Session}
It was a bit of a dreary, overcast day when Brin, Amelia and Leah all met up with me for their model shoot. But we definitely made the most of it (they rocked their shoots!) and the sun even peeked out once or twice for us, too. Thank you again, ladies, for doing such a great job on a chilly day in such a short period of time - you all just worked that camera! :) On the docket: portraits and more portraits! Stay tuned! Cheers, -Kristine ...