It's Like This...

Just Snapping

Shoot, shoot and shoot some more.

I found a spot to sing praises and to pray. And borderline fall asleep. LOL! I felt wonderful on the ride home.

- Ke
 

Celebrate With Me

Miss Jocelyn celebrated a birthday on Monday.  She decided to celebrate a fraction of her day with me...well, sort of.

Hope you had a wonderful day.

- Ke
 

The Kidd

Ever so often I want to shoot something specific. This was one of those times. I knew, specifically, what I wanted my subject to wear, and that it needed to be a guy. But who? Dudes aren't exactly the ones that volunteer to be photographed. Hmm. Who? Who? MIKE!

  
 

Ms. Marina. Mike's lovely lady. Snapped this as she was sitting on the car, patiently observing.  

Don't they look AWESOME together?

 

And I'm going to end this post with my ABSOLUTE favorite shot. BAM...
 
  

LOL! I could have posted SOOOO many more.  The session was wonderful. Mike, I appreciate your acceptance of my request. To the both of you, I love you and I can't wait to shoot the wedding!

- Ke
 
 
 
 
 
  
 

Keep It Together

For quite some time now I've wanted to photograph something for a good cause.  I had no idea of how and where to begin.  One day, Ms. Tamala Norris of the FAN-TAB-U-LOUS Consider It Done Events, called me up regarding a charity that she founded. Keep It Together or K.I.T.This wonderful organization was designed to to monetarily assist those individuals or families who have lost a family member or loved one to an act of abuse or violence.

On Saturday, October 24, 2009 they held an awesome charity event. In addition to a great meal, guests were entertained with praise dancers, a runway show and Ms. "Beasle", who honored us with a couple of songs. Three honorees received awards  and accolades for the way they've touched lives. The evening also included a raffle.

Before the images, I would just like to let Tamala know publicly how wonderful I think this is. She already knows how awesome of an event planner I think she is. The girl is bad y'all. She and Regence do their thing and they do it WELL!

 
 
 

Ladies and gentlemen, the woman of the hour. Isn't that dress gorgeous?
 
The evenings' emcee. Funny guy.

 
  

At the end of the evening Tamala was surprised with a beautiful bouquet of pink roses and a certificate from her team.

  
 

The event exceeded what I anticipated. Tamala and K.I.T, Congratulations on a god well done! I look forward to many more events to come.

- Ke
 
  
 
  
 

Rarity

It's rare that I blog non-wedding events.  Today is a new day. 

Last Friday, Pastor J. Withers had a concecration ceremony.  During which he became Bishop J. Withers.  He had the love and support of family and friends.

 
Bishop Withers, congratulations.

- Ke

Something Different

When a client orders invitations, announcements, or greeting cards I usually spend hours creating something new. The perfectionist in me takes over. This way, no one ever has the same design.  Sometimes it takes me a day or so because I have to walk away from it and come back with fresh eyes. This year for Christmas, I desided to make things a little bit easier on myself. TEMPLATES! I have 3 thus far. Anyone who wishes to have Christmas cards printed may choose from the following designs:

 
More are on the way.

- Ke

Babies Are on the Way!

Over the past couple of weekends I've photographed a few expecting parents. Excited to see the faces of the little ones that they are currently growing. Excited to see images from their sessions.  Ladies I know there was a little delay, but here you go.

Dawn is the first mommy. Can I just say that I LOVE my clients? She has a very adorable little boy. He's SUPER smart and SUPER cute. He can come hang out with me ANYtime! Ad can I just point out Dawn's hair. FAB-U-LOUS!

Next is Tai and M.G. I grew up with. Is was so good to visit with her. I'm extremely happy for her. Her husband. He had me in stitches. The guy is funny. No, funny is an understatement. I was screaming and had tears were in my eyes. If you check out one of Tai's pics, you can see that he keeps her laughing too.

And lastly, but CERTAINLY not least, is Shawntae and Andrew.  Sweet couple. Gorgeous couple. I was looking at them through the camera and thought, they're going to have a good-looking baby.  I can't wait to see her! Andrew was a gem to let me screw up his name and call him Andre without jumping down my throat.  I caught myself. "I just called you Andre, didn't I?" He nodded. "And your name is Andrew?" He said yes and told me it was okay.  But I didn't think it was.  Shawntae said she didn't correct me because he didn't.  Have I said I love my clients? I do.  I apologized and we proceeded.

 
I pray the best for you all.  I pray for easy labors and beautiful, healthy babies. I pray that you are awesome parents and raise fantastic children. I ask that the Lord help you with this new life every single day. In the name of Jesus. Amen.

Mommies, thank you SO much for letting me capture this very special time in your lives!

- Ke
 

Basketball Player

Jalen is a darling. He loves to play basketball. I thought he was pretty funny. Typical boy. His concerns included not getting his fresh white shoes dirty and hos soon it would be before he got to play bball.

And I had to get a shot of Jalen and his mommy.

  Trisha and Jalen, thanks a bunch for the opportunity!

- Ke
 

Red Hill Park

It was Saturday morning and I was on my way to Rancho Cucamonda from Los Angeles, directions in hand (of Khaptures that is).  I'd asked her to join me for the day's sessions. As I pulled up to the park I realized that I left the map that Kim sent me at home, so I had to wing it. Figuring that Kim didn't want softball players as a backdrop for her family portraits, I drove past both softball games and right into the right spot.  We met right in the parking lot and went right into the session.

 
Saturday morning I was introduced to a beautiful park...and a wonderful family. Again, I have to say that I photograph some of the best people. But, pictures show more than I can express with words. Thank you all for the opporunity. It was awesome!

- Ke

For Your Birthday

Miss Ranisha just recently celebrated a birthday. Her mom gifted her a portrait session for her day.  I photographed her champagne party for her senior prom.  A couple of years ago I photographed her and she brought her game face.  So, when her mom told me the plan for a session I was excited.  I knew she'd make me look good. She did just that.

 
I can just imagine her mom must catch herself just watching her. While she's watching I'm sure she's thinking, this isn't my little baby anymore. My daughter is a beautiful young woman now.  I feel like I've watched her grow up. AWWW! Is this what I'm gonna feel like when my son passes me in height and had a deep voice and a goat tee? 

Ranisha, wonderful job today.  It was nice to catch up with you and hear your plans for the future.  Your parents  have done a wonderful job!

- Ke