Kimberly Reed Photography

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September 3, 2009

My dear friend Rachel Ryan shared this video with me and I thought it too good not to pass along.

Julie and Hannah- Pittsburgh commitment ceremony

August 31, 2009

Julie and Hannah committed their lives to one another in an emotional, intimate ceremony and reception held at James Gallery in the West End of Pittsburgh. Here are some of my faves from the evening:

Julie wanted an urban feel to their couple portraits, so we took advantage of some the glorious dilapidated backgrounds the West End offers:

loved Julie's dress

One of my faves:

Another fave:

Another fave. I love the softness of Julie's shoulder plus the intensity of Hannah's gaze. Captivating.

Some of their friends performed to Michael Jackson's Thriller, and I have to say, it was the best tribute I've ever (personally) seen. They were amazing!

Julie and Hannah- your love is an inspiration. Thank you for having Joanne and me along to photograph your commitment to sharing a lifetime of it together.

Ceremony and Reception: James Gallery
Officiant: Rev. Larry Goyda, Meaningful Marriages
Event Planning, Catering and Floral: Bob Sendell, All in Good Taste Productions
Entertainment: DJ Dale Allen 724.344.4948

{August 31, 2009 7:57 PM} sheri @ tangerine tree photography said: absolutely beautiful work. this is a prime example of what investing in the right photographer will do for you! you captured them so genuinely, it would be hard to imagine how someone could not believe in this kind of love.

{August 31, 2009 8:08 PM} Whitney B said: Kim, Saw the first shots on Pictage and had to come to your blog for more.... love the photos beautiful!

{August 31, 2009 8:22 PM} Kay Beaton said: Kim - Amazing work - and an absolutely beautiful couple! I love the urban feel, the sunset photo, the Hannah gaze.... beautiful work as always!

{August 31, 2009 8:47 PM} Jessica Del Vecchio said: Kim, these are fantastic! I just love the emotion and the image of Hannah's gaze is just amazing. Fabulous job... 2 lucky ladies to have you documenting their ceremony.

{August 31, 2009 9:07 PM} cindy said: Great job, Kimberly. I love these photos. What beautiful women and so obviously in love!

{September 1, 2009 11:10 AM} Loren Scott said: Amazing shots, Kimberly! You definitely captured the mood in the candid shots, and the romantic portraits look stunning! Magazine-quality work! Congrats to the happy couple. May they live happily ever-committed, until marriage is finally legal wherever they go! :)

{September 9, 2009 12:26 AM} Sarah Hodzic said: WOW WOW WOW! I am in love with this post. What a great couple, and what an amazing day. Kimberly, you did a stunning job of capturing the love between these two wonderful women! Job well done!

{September 9, 2009 11:10 AM} Jim Collins said: Really uniquely shot and beautiful work here. It always helps to have a lovely couple to work with. I agree with the earlier comment that Julie and Hannah look wonderfully relaxed. Best wishes to them and to you ... Sincerely, Jim

{September 9, 2009 11:17 AM} emily said: These are INCREDIBLY beautiful!! Gorgeous work!

{September 9, 2009 5:35 PM} simone said: this is timeless. love. it.

{September 14, 2009 2:18 AM} jennifer roper said: I really love what you did, great and touching photos. I am sure they are thrilled. I would be.

New Orleans Boudoir sessions

August 19, 2009

Angela Anderson and I are teaming up to offer a limited number of boudoir sessions in New Orleans on November 1 and 2. Follow this link to reserve a session: https://app.shootq.com/public/kimberly_reed_photography/pricing

Femme Couture sessions- modern boudoir photography in Pittsburgh

August 18, 2009

I've been photographing a number of Femme Couture sessions over the last few months, and (finally) added some new images to update that website. If you haven't visited it recently, head over to check it out: Femme Couture Photography

I'm beginning to reserve January dates in time for Valentine's Day, so if you're interested in a session, drop me a line. In the meantime, here are a few faves:

Jessica and Josh wedding- Duquesne University Power Center Ballroom Pittsburgh

August 15, 2009

Some of my favorites from Jessica and Josh's wedding day.

A few details from their day:

They chose to see one another before the ceremony so they had plenty of time for portraits and were able to spend cocktail hour with their guests. I *love* when I get lots of time to create beautiful portraits for my clients on their wedding day.

Gotta love the drama of the architecture at the Pennsylvanian.

One of my faves:

The wedding party was super fun, and they definitely knew how to work it for the camera.

My fave. Love, love, love this image.

I was thrilled to have the opportunity to shoot from behind the priest during the ceremony. Photographers out there know that this virtually never happens during a Catholic ceremony, so I was delighted to have such a great vantage point while Jessica and Josh exchanged their vows.

A few more portraits after the ceremony. Love this.

Ultra fun reception (DJ'd by the inimitable Jeremy Ganss), with lots of dancers and a surprise routine to 'Mr. Roboto' courtesy of one of Josh's groomsmen (that first photo in the series pretty much sums up the crowd's reaction: shock, laughter, and lots of photos.)

A little friendly competition during the bouquet toss.

Jessica and Josh, thanks so much for having Jaci and me along. It was a pleasure to witness the love between the two of you, your friends and family, and an honor to document it.

Reception: Duquesne University Power Center Ballroom
Entertainment: Jeremy Ganss Productions
Planner: Katherine Shaw, Trends to Traditions
Florist: Blooms Florist
Cake: Bethel Bakery
Videography: Cana Films

Alyssa- Pittsburgh Trash the Dress session

August 3, 2009

Some of the images from Alyssa's session:

A fave:

another fave:

I've got to give kudos to Leeann for seeing this stairwell and suggesting we use it for a few shots.

We started walking over to this grate hanging on the wall, and next thing I know, Alyssa is climbing right up there, heels, big dress and all. Gotta love enthusiasm like that (and the images that resulted)!

another fave:

and one of Alyssa and Leeann together:

Thanks for a fun evening ladies!

Leeann- Pittsburgh Trash the Dress session

August 3, 2009

Can I just begin by saying how much I love, love, love doing these sessions? If you're unfamiliar with the Trash the Dress concept, it's a session after the wedding day where the bride dons her dress again for some fun and creative portraits without needing to worry if the dress gets dirty or takes a little beating during the process. (Now, I've seen this taken to the extreme; I've seen images from sessions like these with the bride cutting up her dress with scissors, rolling around in paint, and similar instances that really do trash the dress.) My approach is more along the lines of creating edgy, beautiful, creative images without having to worry about sitting or laying down in urban places, or occasionally getting wet. I love doing these sessions because they give me a chance to be creative without many constraints, and they give my clients a chance to get glammed up and wear their dress again and get some ultra-fun, fashion-oriented imagery in the process.

Anyway, when Leeann and her best friend Alyssa first contacted me about doing a session I was stoked. They decided they wanted to do an urban theme, so we made plans to begin in the Strip District and see where the evening took us. It had been threatening rain all day (so much so that we almost postponed the session), but in the end it worked in our favor- providing nice diffused light and some really moody skies as a backdrop.

On to a few of my faves from Leeann:

One of my faves:

LOVE these next three- the combo of the moody sky, the city in the background, and that reflection make me swoon.

This one is my favorite

Also, Leeann recently started her own photography business. Check out her work here: Leeann Marie Photography

Up next: Alyssa's photos

Jessica and Jeff- Phipps garden wedding

July 15, 2009

Jessica and Jeff got married in a beautiful and personal outdoor ceremony at Phipps Conservatory in Oakland. The weather couldn't have been better (especially for a July wedding in Pittsburgh). Here are some of my faves from their day:

Jeff wore a pin that stated "I like pie". So much in fact, that in lieu of a cake, the couple served a pie buffet during the reception. And oh my gosh, don't you love the guys' shoes?

Jessica was truly glowing as she waited with friends and family before the ceremony

Love, love, love the way she's looking at Jeff as she walks down the aisle

Holding hands during the ceremony

Possibly my fave:

Another fave:

First dance

There was an ultra fun dance crowd

They had planned on doing a sparkler exit at the end of the evening, and Jessica's mom surprised them by hiring a pedicab to whisk them away to their hotel. It was such a perfect ending to a beautiful day.

Jessica and Jeff; it was more fun than I even suspected. Thanks for having me along!

Ashly and Brian- Carnegie museum wedding

July 7, 2009

Ashly and Brian tied the knot at the elegantly sophisticated Carnegie Museum in Oakland. Their ceremony was held in the Hall of Architecture, with the reception following in the Carnegie Music Hall Foyer. Ashly was a stunning bride in a Monique Lhuillier gown, complete with a custom hairpiece with feathers and a cage veil. I love it when brides have a fabulous sense of style and an eye for detail, and Ashly certainly did. Everything came together to make a gorgeous, fun, and emotional day. Here are a few of my faves from their day:

Some of the details:

Isn't she stunning? And my goodness, that hairpiece made me swoon.

This may be my favorite image of the day. Ashly and Brian chose to see one another before the ceremony so we had lots of time to create some beautiful images of the two of them.

Another fave

The Hall of Architecture makes for quite an impressive ceremony backdrop

Love the joy on their faces as they walk back down the aisle as a newly married couple

We spent a few minutes after the ceremony getting some more portraits. I could have photographed these two all night.

Custom monogram at the reception entrance courtesy of Andy of A.D.S. Lighting.

First dance

Ashly and Brian, thank you so much for having Jaci and I at your wedding. I had a blast with you two, your familes and friends, and I hope you are enjoying your European honeymoon!

Much love,
~k

Jessica and Jeff- Frick Park engagement session

June 25, 2009

I first met Jessica a few years ago when I photographed her sister Cara's wedding. I just adore her family, so I was delighted when I found out Jessica was engaged and planning her own wedding, and super excited when they asked me to photograph it.

I met up with Jessica and Jeff (and their dog Mike) at Frick Park for their engagement session, and we had a grand old time wandering around taking some photos.

Meet Mike:

I thought Mike was pretty cute

So does Jessica

Love this one. I think it's my fave:

Another fave:

Another fave:

Jessica and Jeff, it was a pleasure spending the evening with you and I'm looking forward to your wedding!