Boy oh boy. Just when I think I am getting caught up- I schedule myself into a pit of 6 sessions in 3 days. What goes first? This blog. In an effort to get caught up, I am FINALLY posting these images of Heather and Jerry. We had their session planned for months- emailing back and forth constantly and even forming a friendship (not that my sparse communication is even worthy of being called that) and bonding over a trip to the local farmer’s market and my favorite antique stores.
We started in my (now old) neighborhood at a REALLY old apartment complex.
And then stepped across the street to my FAVORITE park. Ever. Ever ever. Heather’s expression in this one make me so happy.. I can relate to having felt that way before.
Oh! I heart the colors in these two. all the green and then the pop of purple from Heather’s dress. For the longest time I though Florida was the ugliest place in the world for taking pictures because of the palm trees. Palm trees (unless on a fancy schmancy resort) are really quite shaggy things with browning fronds-that give me a really bad taste in my mouth. But then I discovered how beautifully spanish moss photographs–and it makes me happy.
And then there’s the majestic Southern live oak trees… almost forgot about those. This specific tree is estimated to be around 250 years old– and may be the single oldest living thing in Jacksonville, predating the founding of the city by Isaiah Hart during the 1820s (how do you like that history lesson?). That left image is hanging large and in charge in their home.
Though this one, personally, is my favorite. The octopus-like branches of the Quercus virginiana make me swoon.
Beautiful. Heather sporting my vintage headpiece–scored at an antique store in Yoder, Kansas. The shallow DOF with the trees just brings me to my knees.
I absolutely LOVE when clients (I mean new friends..) come to me with ideas to make their sessions unique. Heather and I share a love of all things old and I was MORE THAN happy to help incorporate some of her favorite pieces into the shoot. When scouting out this location the week before, the grass was long and flowing. We arrived to it having been cut short. We made it work.
Heather, you rock. That is all.
A picnic with romantic pictures, anyone?
LOVE!
Or how about a picnic with a record player streaming love ballads? Note to self- find boyfriend who won’t think I am crazy for wanting to have a picnic in the woods while wearing my prettiest dress.
Heather and I spent way too much time and energy trying to find tan suspenders. It was worth it.
Saving more of my favorites for last. These are the last images from our shoot.
Can’t you feel the love? I can.
It warms my heart. Thank you for sharing your evening with me, Heather and Jerry, and letting me witness your beautiful relationship.
Tags: "my neighborhood", couple, Engagement, Jacksonville, portrait, riverside, vintage
Adorable, Katelyn. So creative!
Oh, Katelyn. How beautiful!! There is just a quiet sense of contentment in these images, I love it. As usual, you amaze me.
Beautiful shots that catch a lot of special moments. I love your style!
Just absolutely the most beautiful and captivating photos I’ve seen!!!!
Wonderful pictures. The black and white photos really capture the vintage feel.
These are the best pictures. The outdoor environment, vintage clothing, the old camera, everything just fits together so beautifully. I love your comments & bits of history that add as a frame to the photo.
LOVE the pics! Especially the old black and white style!
Dreamy and sexy! So “vintage” and charming. GREAT photos! Thanks for sharing.
Cousin Marilyn
These are BEAUTIFUL. The colors are just so gorgeous with the trees and her hair and her dress and the red blanket and his suspenders. Perfect.
Luv colorHeather reading a book on the picnic blanket. Fab work as always.
Katelyn – Words cannot express how happy I am with the photos. They are all over the house and have made our 1st house feel like a home. Jerry and I have been together for 3 years without any nice pictures together, and only about a handful of snapshots. Until now.
I highly recommend Katelyn’s services to anyone looking for a photographer. When the time comes, I hope to have her photograph my wedding. She is so sweet, sincere, and without a doubt a very talented photographer. I love her style and wish to have many more memories captured by her. Thanks again, Katelyn!
My sister is so beautiful. Oh and Jerrys cute too.
Love you.
Beautiful people, beautiful settings, beautiful pictures. Thanks for sharing.(Heather, you have my email wrong. I am looking on Marilyn’s)—– Love, Aunt AE
Great pictures Heather! Thanks for sharing. Love, Cousin Kara
The photography and subjects are stunning. Looks like it could be a comercial or advertisement for high end clothing. I love the old timey feel and look. Felicia
Very natural and beautifully expressed thru the lense of a camera.
Extraordinarily beautiful photos, I especially love the ones with the tree! Lovely!
super cute!
Wowwwww… these are SO pretty! All of the settings you chose are just magical, and I adore the vintage elements. Such lovely work! Classic, timeless pieces to treasure always, for sure. Thanks for letting us see!!
These are awesome! I really love the vintage feel.
Wow, these are some amazing photos! Very vintage looking; I love it!
Looking good, very good pics
Really great pictures love the different colors and styles. I love the big fairytale like tree.
These are so sweet! I love the vintage elements. A talented photographer and a lovely couple!
Great photos! Love the pictures with the live oak tree. Beautiful couple! – Cousin Kris and Leslie
Wow, they’re great! What a cute couple!
Wow – these are some of the most beautiful pics I’ve seen!
Really cute couple! I love the style you use! Vintage is always in!
LOVE this kind of photography – great pics, that tree is amazing!