Anyone who knows me well, knows Halloween is my thing. I LOVE Halloween. I love the crisp air, leaves rustling, pumpkins, candy, and the creepy feeling you get when it starts to get dark on October 31. I love getting creative with costumes, but every year on actual Halloween I dress as a witch. Every year.

I needed a creative escape from the photos I am used to taking, so I hit up some of my best witches and the rest is history. This idea was  a "create your own witch" concept. With the help of all of these ladies (who absolutely NAILED this shoot) we made it come to life. Together. Every single lady pictured went all out and got so into the creativity. It just made my heart happy. It was absolutely one hundred percent a passion project and a joint effort by everyone involved.  There was lots of creativity, witches brew, and cackling.

​This was just for the fun of it and none of these ladies are actual witches..... as far as I know.....

Happy  Halloween.

Thanks for all the fun, witches. HAPPY HALLOWEEN!

Natalie and Guy are just my kind of people. I have photographed the two of them and their precious daughter quite a few times and I just can't get enough of them. They are so natural in front of the camera it makes my job super easy. Every time they book a shoot I do a happy dance. We shook it up this time and shot at a new location and it was so dreamy. I could hang out there all day. Here are a few of my favorites...

Thank you Natalie, Guy, and Linden- you killed it as usual. Cheers to many more shoots together in the future!

xoxo, 

​Kristin

Let me start by saying this wedding was an absolute blast. Lani and Zach are so genuine, fun, and easy-going, but I knew that from their engagement shoot in D.C. But their bridal party was AMAZING, and their families are simply incredible people. The wedding and reception took place on Lani's parents' farm in Moundsville, WV. Guests were transported via tractor ride (with a mimosa bar stop on the way) to the ceremony on the most gorgeous point under a tree. The wedding was catered by the outstandingly delicious Mason Dixon BBQ. For me, the most difficult thing about shooting this wedding was deciding which photos to share. I had to cut it off somewhere for this blog- but some of the reception shots that aren't included are so.much.fun. I will leave that posting to the Wyars. I can't thank Lani and Zach enough for hiring me to shoot their big day. It was a true honor. Here are some of my favorites....

Thank you Lani, Zach, bridal party, and families- you are all so wonderful. I hope you look back on all the photos from this day and feel the awesome energy and crazy amounts of love that was present.

Lots of Love, 

Kristin

Let me start by saying Kelsey and Joey are the absolute sweetest. They are so good to each other and they both have such wonderful families. This day was so enjoyable because it was laid back and full of good vibes. When I met with Kelsey a few days before their wedding to discuss our timeline, she told me that she and Joey were moving to Georgia a few days after the wedding. This was not only a wedding, but an emotional send-off for the newlyweds. It was a great honor to be a part of this beautiful day, and to witness it through my lens. The Coleman's ceremony and reception took place at Grand Vue Park in Moundsville, West Virginia. Here are a few of my favorite images...

There are lots of reception photos that I will save for Kelsey and Joey to share as they please. God bless your marriage Kelsey & Joey, and cheers to a lifetime of happy moments. 

Lots of Love, 

​Kristin

When Megan and I had our first meeting to discuss the possibility of me shooting their wedding we stayed at the establishment talking for at least 4 hours. I had half of a page of notes. We became instant friends. We have had several "meetings" since then (some with Heath as well) where we continue to simply touch on details of their wedding, but mostly we just shoot the breeze. 
I adore these two; they are hilarious. I am so thankful that my job (and passion) brings such wonderful people into my life. Needless to say, I am super excited to shoot their big day.
We shot these engagement photos in Moundsville, WV and Grand Vue Park.
Here are a few of my favorites....

Thank you Megan + Heath for being you! 

Lots of Love, 

​Kristin

From the first meeting with Chris and Kayla I immediately knew a few things for sure: Kayla is beautiful, kind, and sweet and Chris has personality for days... and, boy, does he love her. After seeing them together through my lens at their engagement session I was so excited to shoot their wedding. 
This day was emotional (I cried when they said their own vows to each other), fun, and relaxed. Both the ceremony and reception were held at the Red Barn in Moundsville, WV.
Kayla and Chris sure are surrounded by some really great people. I had a lot of fun with their family and friends. I know they will have the happiest life together, and I hope I have captured all the love in these photos. Here are a few of my favorites...

Photo by second photographer, Jamie Vigil

Thank you Chris & Kayla for just being you and for hiring me and giving me the honor of photographing your big day. There are SO MANY photos - I honestly could have picked hundreds to share. I hope you love them & I hope each time you look at them you are reminded of your beautiful day.

Lots of Love, 

Kristin

Katie and Matt have tied the knot! Their wedding was my first wedding of the season and we were all praying (and making back-up plans) about the forecasted rain.
It was drizzly for the most part, but the skies cleared a bit for the outdoor photos. I had entirely too much fun with Katie, Matt, and their bridal party.

The ceremony was held at Our Lady of Peace Church, the bridal party portraits were taken at Stifel Fine Arts Center (and a few where they first met-the 19th Hole), and the reception was at the White Palace.

Watching the way Katie and Matt interacted with their friends, family, and baby, Benji, was my favorite part about shooting their big day. You can just feel all of the love and emotion when you are around these two. What a great day!
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​Here are a few of my favorites...

it was a little windy, but this photo shows how fun Katie is --I just love her personality

That time Katie drank the Groom and Groomsmen under the table! I love that they had fun with this.

A family tradition...

The winners of the Anniversary dance... they have been married the longest!

There are seriously so many photos of the fun, hugs, kisses, dancing, and laughter that took place on this day.... I'll save some for Mr. + Mrs. Ford to share. Thank you Katie, Matt, and their family and friends for such a fun day. Congratulations!

Lots of Love, 

​Kristin

To say that I enjoyed my trip to D.C. would definitely be an understatement. The day after my birthday I hit the road to visit with my soul sister (and photo assistant extraordinaire), Tiffany, and shoot engagement photos for these two beautiful people. Zach + Lani met in Washington, D.C. and are moving to another city, so this shoot was bitter sweet. It was so beautiful watching them dance, laugh, chat, and hold hands all through the beautiful place where they fell in love. It is always inspiring to take photos in a new place with fresh eyes and I am just loving these photos. I hope I was able to capture Zach + Lani the way they see each other and themselves.
Here are a few of my favorites...

Thank you to Zach and Lani for just being your fun-loving selves and for hiring me- I can't wait to shoot your wedding. Thank you to Alexis for taking time out to catch up with me, have wine on the rooftop, and frolic amongst the monuments at 1:00am, and to Tiffany for being the best hostess, photo assistant, and friend. My cup runneth over. 

Xoxo, 

​Kristin

I have been looking forward to this engagement shoot for quite some time. It seems like so long ago that Kelsey contacted me to book me for their wedding. The first time we met face to face was this shoot.
This spring engagement session turned into more of an "earthy" engagement session because everything is just starting to bloom and turn green. 
Kelsey & Joey are truly the sweetest people. We took a long walk around Oglebay Park (it was pretty chilly) and stopped when we noticed places that we wanted to shoot. Kelsey was such a trooper in her little white dress in the cold. I really enjoyed chatting with them and learning more about them in between shots. They are just genuine, sweet, good people.
Joey spent a lot of his time snuggling up to Kelsey and trying to make sure she wasn't cold. All the smiles and snuggles are genuine. They just really love each other and I am so happy I am the one that got to capture that in their photos. I am even more excited for their wedding!

Here are a few of my favorites..,

Thank you Joey + Kelsey for being your amazing, natural, selves during this shoot and for giving me the honor of shooting your wedding this year! 

Lots of Love, 

Kristin

Mother's Day is right around the corner, so it's time for MOM + ME MINI SESSIONS. These sessions can be purchased by fathers for their wives/significant others, grown children for their mothers, etc. These sessions can also be used for generation photos: grandmothers, mothers, children, etc.

During your 30 minute session we will take traditional and candid photos while making a meaningful memory that you can view for years to come.

If this shoot is a gift, I will make a gift card for your special lady. These shoots can be scheduled before or after Mother's Day.

These sessions can take place outdoor (locations will be discussed at time of booking) or in your home.

The cost of a Mom + Me Mini session is $106.00. 

I look forward to capturing your family's beauty.

Lots of Love,

​Kristin