sometimes it is fun to just gather your talented friends together, go to a beautiful location, and snap away. special thanks to our model, stacie and to vero beach florist for the lovely bouquets. makeup done by maria sommers and hair by ali faye. Happy Spring!
jesse's laugh and smile is contagious. it's one of the first things you notice when meeting her (alongside her laid back, fun personality!) and on her wedding day, it was on full display.
it was a gorgeous, florida winter day in late january and jesse and brian were saying 'i do' with a nighttime ceremony on the beach. the two agreed to a first look beforehand because we would have been fighting light otherwise! these two are as cool as they come. their genuine affection for one another came across in their unabashed laughter and it was just such a treat to be the fly on the wall on their day. they cheers'ed one another with a shot of whiskey pre-ceremony, and the guests bundled up with blankets below a starry sky for the ceremony. with nothing but bistro lights and the sound of the ocean, jesse and brian exchanged marriage vows in the sand and then moved indoors for a lot of dancing.
the night was capped off with a sparkler send off. this wedding was a first of many's for me - first nighttime wedding, first 'first look', etc. i am so thankful to have gotten the chance to capture it all.
wishing this couple nothing but the best in life - cheers to you, mr. and mrs. lombard!
Venue: Costa d'Este Resort & Spa | Florist: Lara's Theme | DJ: Parisi Events | Cake: Cake Lady | Gown: Willoby By Watters | Makeup Artist: Maria Sommers | Hair Stylist: TopKnots by Jamie Lynn
This blog post has been a long time coming...and I cannot believe it has already been 3 months and I am just now sharing! With that being said, I am so excited to share this wedding from Rosemary Beach, Florida which took place in early December.
Lyndal and Chris officially met about a year before their first date, but unfortunately she has no memory of this! In her words: "I was seeing someone else at the time and it was just a brief hello. Chris lived in West Palm, but told his Dad to find out what he could about me and put in a good word. A month after that, Chris' dad introduced himself to me and said "I believe you know my son, Chris". I had no idea who he was talking about and said "Chris who?". Toby loves to tell that story and how the next day he called Chris to say he had his work cut out for him because I had no idea."
The rest is history though, as a re-introduction occurred a year later and the two have been together ever since.
Lyndal and Chris' ceremony and reception took place on the Eastern Green lawn with views of the Gulf just beyond. A threatening storm was due all day but somehow, the weather gods graced us and the rain did not happen until the wedding officially concluded that evening. Standing in front of a simple wooden cross, Lyndal and Chris shared their written vows to one another in what was a memorable and heart-filled ceremony.
Their love for one another was more than apparent in the sweet words they spoke to one another and the atmosphere was lively. The reception was held in a large white tent and guests were welcomed by the band, Papa Sol who kept everyone dancing all night long.
I am thankful for being able to capture their special day and wish these two nothing but the best marriage has to offer. Congrats to them both!
Venue: Rosemary Beach, Eastern Green | Videographer: Pure 7 Studios | Florist: Florals By The Sea | Band: Papa Sol | Caterer: Townsend Catering | Desserts: Small Cakes Cupcakery & Creamery | Gown: Reem Acra | Bridesmaid Dresses: Reformation | Suits: J Crew | Makeup Artist: 30a Makeup Artist | Hair Stylist: Pure & Couture Salon | Wedding Planner: It's A Shore Thing
i had a hard time narrowing down the images from this wedding. i loved photographing hayley and justin's nuptials in vero beach this past december. it was one of those sunny, perfect florida 'winter' days. there was lots of chatter and giggles from hayley and her bridesmaids. champagne popped and fizzed! the boys were relaxed and calm, joking throughout the day. but there are specific moments throughout the wedding that i can recall, that stick out in my mind. there was the moment hayley and her sisters held hands and laughed and cried together because their big sis was actually getting married. there was the moment justin's brother gave his best man speech and i look over to see a tear streaming down his cheek. and there is the moment that the fireworks went off and the guests faces lit up with excitement. palpable, real, moments. this is the best part of capturing a wedding to me. i am so thankful and happy for this lovely couple. congratulations to mr. & mrs. guess!
Venue: Private Residence | Videographer: Pear & Thorn Productions | Florist: Flower Box | Invitation & Signage: Swirls & Sunshine | Band: Soul Jam | Makeup Artist: Maria Sommers | Hair: Ali Faye | Caterer: Chelsea's on Cardinal | Bakery: Publix
i had the pleasure of photographing jacqueline and her husband, matt, recently. the two are expecting a baby boy and based on their glow and excitement, i think they are pretty gleeful for his upcoming arrival. here are some favorites from the windy maternity session this past december! a big congratulations to the two (almost three) of them!
ah! happy new year, friends! i am finally catching up and posting krista and tyler's october wedding, held at waldo's secret garden, in vero beach. krista and tyler are one of those couples who are clearly teammates. they have one another's back and care so much about one another. it was apparent in their written vows to one another stated at the ceremony, which may or may not have brought tears to my eyes. i am so thankful to have been a witness to their beautiful wedding and just wanted to share a few of my favorites from their day. congratulations to mr. and mrs. spencer!
Location: Waldo's Secret Garden | Makeup: Maria Sommers | Hair: Ali Womack | Florals: Hildie Tripson | DJ: Voice on Demand | Cake: Publix | Caterer: Two Chicks & A Pot
this holiday season has been filled with many smiling faces - some familiar and some new! a special thank you to all the wonderful families i captured for seasonal pictures. your support is much appreciated! a cheerful and happy holidays to all!
for some recent family photos, i took Tiff, Tom, and the little guys, to countryside citrus' corn maze in vero. if you haven't been, you should definitely check it out! it is a great spot for a fall family outing and not to mention, photo worthy.
i always have fun capturing family and this year's fall photos were extra sweet with the addition of 9 month old, chase. i guess i am biased but my nephews are pretty darn cute! here are some favorites from our session.
ps. happy voting, friends!
i am always excited to take photos of a family for the first time and this crew was no exception. we lucked out for the most part, with the rain pouring down on us only at the end of the session (it was okay though, because a rainbow formed just beforehand!). here are a few favorites from the shoot. (p.s. how cute is charlie?!)
this family of three will be growing to four come november! the verdict is still out on what this babe will be - girl or boy - but either way it is sure to be a cutie. just take a look at champ! excited for you guys and what is to come in just a few short weeks!
i captured this sweet trio of siblings recently during a visit to oxford, ms. it was so fun to get these cuties in front of the lens. my husband and their father are close friends (since their wee freshman days as young rebels) and so when lauren asked if i could get a few pics in during our stay one weekend, i was happy to do so! below are some of my favorites!
i think we could all use a little sweet and pretty on this monday following hurricane matthew...so here you go!
happy 1 year birthday to ava! i had a lot of fun taking this little one's pictures - tutu, crown, pink frosted cake and all - she is too cute for words. congrats to courtney and robert on marking 1 year with their sweet girl. here are some favorites from the shoot!
meet kyndal - adorable, bubbly, senior at vbhs. i had so much fun taking her senior portraits recently with what i like to refer to as the 'dream team' comprised of makeup artist, maria sommers, and hair stylist, ali womack. ali and maria created the perfect natural look for kyndal's portraits. a big congrats to her in her senior year! here are some favorites from our shoot.
for more info on senior portrait packages with hair + makeup, please contact me directly at kim@kinosi.com!
Held at the rustic venue, Cielo Blu Barn, in Fellsmere, Florida, a group of incredibly talented ladies came together for a fun styled fall shoot. With the quote “falling in love” as the theme, an arrangement of details in hues of cranberry, gold, and sage were brought together to create a blend of autumn inspiration.
The table arrangement was designed with a combination of garden inspired fresh flora by Fe of Florals by Fe. Lilac, lily of the valley, and aster complimented with seeded eucalyptus were held within apothecary jars and surrounded by an array of tapered candles and hanging amaranthus.
Placecards by Holly from Sablewood Paper Company, featured cranberry calligraphy and hand dyed silk ribbon, which were accented by a burgundy bouquet of lisianthus. A menu card on handmade paper with cranberry calligraphy and brilliant gold accents completed the table setting.
A pie bar held homemade pies created by The Yellow Rose Cakery. Flavors of pumpkin cheesecake, bourbon pecan and apple cheesecake pies were baked to celebrate the tastes of autumn and heart-shaped pie pops served as an additional dessert favor.
Lining the ceremony walkway were hand painted wooden signs scripted with the wording:
Like a river flows, surely to the sea / Darling so it goes, some things are meant to be.
Take my hand, take my whole life too / For I can’t help, falling in love with you.
At the end of the walkway, an altar was created with an abundance of fall colored seeded eucalyptus and hanging amaranthus, finished with a silk patterned fall fabric.
Models wore dresses selected from Isabella's Bridal boutique in Vero Beach and a printed silk scarf with hand lettering by Sablewood Paper Company is also featured.
Sablewood Paper Company also created an invitation suite on handmade paper featuring brilliant gold and cranberry calligraphy and vintage stamps as well as the watercolor wedding vows and cake sign. A four tiered cake of cranberry, gold, and peach frosting was designed by The Yellow Rose Cakery and featured hand made flowers, berries and a white pumpkin.
A special thanks to everyone who made this fun shoot possible!
Venue: Cielo Blu Barn | Florals & Design: Florals by Fe | Stationary & Calligraphy: Sablewood Paper Company | Bridal Gowns: Isabella's Bridal | Cake & Desserts: The Yellow Rose Cakery | Makeup: Maria Sommers, Makeup Artist | Hair Stylist: Ali Womack
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meet caitlin - high school senior at saint ed's. she boxes, is super sweet and not to mention a beauty! we had fun taking pictures on a recent gorgeous vero evening. big congrats to her on this last year of high school! here are some favorites from our session.
jen and levi grew from a family of three to four recently, with the addition of sweet lilly! i had the chance to take some photos of her in the first couple of weeks of being born and am excited to share them here. her big sister, claire, gave her kisses and hugs throughout the shoot - she has grown so much since i took her one year photos!
congrats to the lueken family - your two girls are beautiful!
Wednesday, August 10, 2016. | Vero Beach Courthouse.
One curly headed, blue eyed toddler. | Two adoring and hopeful parents to be.
A judge | Five adoptions | A room full of supportive friends.
Laughter | Tears | Multiple sighs of relief | Congratulations.
The judge began the ceremony expressing her love for this one day of the month in which she signs off on the official adoption of boys and girls of all ages. It is a happy day in the courtroom. The atmosphere is hopeful. The room is packed. A table holds an arrangement of toys for the newly adopted to choose from. One boy who seems 8 or 9 years of age reaches for the trusty football. Another little girl chooses the pretty Barbie. Little Matthew, my subject that day, picks out the plastic cash register with all the intriguing buttons.
This was one of those days where my love for photography met my love for people and their stories. It was touching to be able to witness each of these families walk to the judge, pledge their commitment to raising these kids as their own and walk away after months of hard work – a unit. A fresh start. A new family.
Charlotte expressed to me in our initial conversation what a long journey it has been for her and her husband. I knew that the day was momentous for them and her excitement was evident in her smile so big, it reached her eyes. And it showed in her husband’s embrace to Matthew the moment it became official and friends and family surrounded them with applause.
From the moment I walked in and saw the adorable, curly-headed Matthew, I knew how Charlotte and her husband fell in love with this little bundle of energy. Through his escapes onto the courtroom floor and wild runs in the hallway, to his sneaky attempts at snagging as many sugar cookies from the table as possible, he had the whole room in laughs. His energy is contagious; his charm undeniable.
I would like to wish this family a big congratulations and a heartfelt thank you for allowing me to capture their day. What an honor to be a fly on the wall in the courthouse that day.
i had the pleasure of meeting sweet 6 month old, ava, recently. with her big blue eyes, flushed cheeks and squeezable rolls, i just couldn't help saying "you're so cute!" every 30 seconds! but truly, take a look for yourself with these photos from her 6 month session. special thanks to sara and ryan for having me - it is always fun photographing new families!
from engagement to wedding, and now maternity, these two are about to expand from a party of 2 to party of 3! brittany is due in early september and i am sure she is feeling ready for the little one to make his or her debut! i am so excited for these friends and cannot wait to meet baby corr! perhaps he or she will come early for the big fsu vs. ole miss kickoff game...would that determine which team the baby will be a fan of? (go noles!, right brittany?!) congratulations to you both!
earlier this month, my niece, margaux, turned one year old. here are a few favorites from her birthday weekend!
