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  • Hola, Sweet New Friends!

    THE SHORT SKINNY:
    My job titles say Bohemian Photographer + Coach to Creative Chicas, but think of me as your Dream Catcher + Fear Fighter to living a life you love.

    WHEN I'M NOT CAPTURING OR COACHING CREATIVE CHICAS:
    I'm Film Producing, Traveling, Flea Market-ing, Food Truck-ing, Yoga-ing, Painting, Brunch Hosting, Green Juicing, Volunteering, Women Advocating, Indie Style Swooning, Flying Trapeze-ing, Beach Bicycling, Surfing, and Sending Virtual Hugs in Tweets + Pins + FACEBOOKs. Fun is a nonnegotiable.

    LEAVE A COMMENT + SEND A "CONTACT ME" NOTE:
    Venice Beach, Los Angeles is my stomping ground but I'm a wanderlust nomad. Public Figures and Bohemian Brides + Moms + Brands + Creatives commission me internationally - so don't be shy. Consider my vintage bags already packed and ready. Now, jump into my inbox and ask me anything!

Free Photography Tips for Brides, Moms, Creatives

GETTING STARTED IN PHOTOGRAPHY:
Starting a photography business can be both daunting AND naively easy if you don’t know what land mines to look out for. If you’re not careful, you can fail as fast as you begin. Rather than feel like you’re in the dark on what to do in your first year, or struggle to make ends meat in your second or third year, save yourself thousands of dollars worth of mishaps {not to mention countless worrisome nights}.

TAKE ADVANTAGE AND DO THIS:
:: First – Check over the “Free Tips + Tricks” exclusively for you {below}
:: Second- Ask me questions and get my eyes on your portfolio + biz. Go Pro here.
:: Third – Keep coming back and find me on Twitter and Facebook!

FREE TIPS + TRICKS:
What’s In My Camera Bag

Top 10 Reasons to Shoot First Looks

The Real Question Behind “What to Wear?

My FREE Anthropologie-Inspired Style Guide

FOR  MORE  FREE  TIPS  & TRICKS  &  INSPIRATION:
Jump in below for a behind-the-scenes look at my creative, nomad life and biz. My rawest shares, biggest lessons learned, and a Sneak Peek of Interviews all live inside that little box. Creative Chicas on the Backstage Pass also get priority booking and first registration for upcoming events! So G’head. Climb in.

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LucindaDecember 15, 2012 - 4:16 pm

Hi Karen. I signed up for your backstage pass and am interested in learning more about your coaching? I’m not a photographer but a graphic designer. I don’t want to keep doing contract jobs for companies I don’t care about. Would love to know how to transition to working with clients like you or others in lifestyle or fashion. Would coaching help me?

KarenDecember 17, 2012 - 9:50 pm

Hi Lucinda,

Absolutely coaching would help you!!! Until I worked with someone, it was hard to lock down exactly WHO my ideal clients/friends were to work with. I didn’t want to photograph just anyone anymore. And if this is what you’re also experiencing, then I’ve definitely been there and I’m happy to share several strategies for transitioning out of that exhausting cycle. Reach out via my contact form and we can talk about different options : )

ChristineApril 8, 2013 - 2:21 pm

B School Babe checking out your great site! I am a kindred spirit!

The Other Shore World Premiere SXSW {Diana Nyad}

I am BEYOND thrilled to announce that our labor of love, the documentary feature film The Other Shore, will have its World Premiere at SXSW film  festival this 2013.

Diana Nyad, 63, adjusts her cap moments before making her attempt to swim from Cuba to Florida, nonstop. Photography ©Karen Christensen

Less than 2% of all films submitted get into this prestigious {and RAD} film festival. So you can imagine our elation.

We’re kicking off the good news with the launch of the official movie FB page and Twitter profile. Come “LIKE” and Follow us for a behind the scenes look at the film team PLUS interactions with Diana AND production stills with updates on upcoming screenings rolling out this year! We’re just getting started so hop in and know there’s loads to come.

Had it not been for the tireless storytelling of Director, Timothy Wheeler, the phenomenal work of our Producers Kevin Abrams and Patrick Weir of Ketchum Labs, alongside Bristol Baughan and Erin Heidenreich of Uprise, the genius editing of Eric Meyerson, Sam Citron and Claire Didier, the gorgeous compositions by Paul Brill, and the courageous spirit of Diana Nyad’s epic journey — this film would not have been possible. There are countless people to thank. But for now, just trust me when I say that this team has every right to celebrate. As for me, I’m hugely grateful to have been a small part of this big story, photographing and co-producing this compelling examination of the human will.

Until we see you at SXSW, throw us a high five over here …

TWITTER:     @OtherShoreMovie
FACEBOOK: TheOtherShoreMovie

Click to Tweet:
If you stand for #Drive #Determination #NoFear #LiveYourBestLife #Passion #Purpose #BuckTheStatusQuo … Please Retweet #TheOtherShore 

As Diana always says, “ONWARD!”

Jamie RobertsonMarch 1, 2013 - 2:58 pm

We are SO over the moon for you guys! Have a blast!

KarenMarch 3, 2013 - 4:19 pm

Ahhhh, THANK YOU!!! We are too! It’s a big, big year.

Baby Photography | Los Angeles Photographer

It’s a New Year …

And this little, precious, one wants to remind us just how loved we all are.

Wherever you are, whatever you’re striving for, trust that it’s never too late to go back to the beginning. To start anew.

Believe that you, too, can be free of fear + full of wonder — just like this little guy is.

You only have to choose. Choose right now.

Happy New Year, sweet friends. May you always live a life you love,

P.S. Have you seen a more gorgeous baby??? I thought not. He has my whole heart.

TWEET THIS:
 
“We come into the world pure love & light, fresh & clean with no mistakes. In the New Year, go back to that beginning.”

COMMENT BELOW:
What’s one thing you’re letting go of in 2013? How can you better honor the pure love & light within you, and be kinder to yourself?

 

 

StephanieJanuary 12, 2013 - 8:23 pm

Look at those lips! I love the drool and the color. Beautiful beautiful.

ElizabethJanuary 30, 2013 - 1:23 pm

Love Love this photo and your website. I also love what you are doing to support women and Mom’s in poverty an incredibly noble cause. I personally began a cause in 2012 which has not taken off as, I would have liked to my goal in 2013 is to bring it to light and hopefully contribute to the organization, I started it for as well as create an event and add other charitable causes. I am letting go off procrastination in 2013 it’s a BIG GORILLA on my back & it’s time to stop it from weighing me down.

You are doing an amazing job and I am definitely a fan! You go girl!

KarenJanuary 31, 2013 - 12:37 am

Big thnx @Stephanie + @Elizabeth! Great to “meet” you both. @Elizabeth, good for you for taking on a cause in 2012 and for holding its vision strong still in 2013!!! We need more women like you! Dedication is what it always takes. And don’t worry. Nearly every creative gal I know deals with procrastination. So you’re in very talented company. LOL. You should check out my creative’s coaching. This is a topic we cover A LOT. ; )

A Giving Chance: Win a FREE mini photo shoot

For those of you who’ve been around these parts, or who’ve become a friend through a photo shoot or coaching, you know how *hugely* hugely *hugely* important women’s advocacy is to me. It’s really what drives everything I try to do and create, both on + off camera.

So when fellow creative entrepreneur, Katrina Padron, told me what she wanted to do to help support women {and moms} in poverty, I was honored to do whatever I could to help. Learn the story behind the story about the personal experience that inspired Katrina to give back in such a big way, bringing together the support of the biggest names in online business for A Giving Chance.

A Giving Chance is an online drawing, with every dollar raised going to Compassion International’s Child Survival Program. Why? Because every day 1500 women die from complications in pregnancy and 10,000 newborns die within a month of birth, each and every day. With the necessary resources these tragedies could easily be prevented. It’s time we come together for women’s maternal health.

Katrina is sponsoring a Dream Team Business Makeover, with all entry donations going to Compassion International’ Child Survival Program which last year helped 25,000 babies stay alive. The contest will be celebrated with 2 winners receiving a Dream Team Business Makeover from 19 brilliant entrepreneurs.  The business makeover team includes:

:: online powerhouse Copyblogger.com,
:: well known author and speaker Jonathon Fields,
:: Creating Fame founder Laura Roeder,
:: a Mini Editorial Branding Photo Shoot {from moi},
:: a new website,
:: fresh copy,
:: saavvy social media campaigns,
:: pr strategy,
:: one-on-one consulting with the biggest names in the industry,
:: copies of Seth Godin’s Bootstrappers Bible and What Matters Now,
:: PLUS so much more goodness {like, if you win so does your friend}!

The drawing begins now and runs through Christmas Eve with the winners being announced on Christmas Day. So hurry on over to A Giving Chance to help support a mom in need and enter to win a whole new business this 2013. Make this next year not only the best for you but for a mom in need.

TWEET THIS:

Enter to win a FREE mini Photo Shoot for your Biz by @TheLegacyBoutiq when you support a mom in need #AGivingChance http://bit.ly/Vivkof

Everyday 1500 women die in childbirth. Help stop it & win a DreamTeam Makeover w/ @LKR @KatrinaPadron @TheLegacyBoutiq http://bit.ly/Vivkof

Crossing Fingers + Toes I win the DreamTeam Makeover w/ @Coppyblogger @LKR @JonathonFields @KatrinaPadron @TheLegacyBoutiq #AGivingChance 

Help stop senseless childbirth deaths. @KatrinaPadron ‘s #AGivingChance with @TheLegacyBoutiq supports maternal health http://bit.ly/Vivkof

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AlexiaDecember 15, 2012 - 4:11 pm

I love all of these peopel!!! This would be a serious dream come true, been secretly following you for a long time now but i live in Boston so I never really speak up. your work is gorgeous and I love how positive you seem.

KarenDecember 17, 2012 - 9:52 pm

Well, Alexia, that’s crazy! Always want to know when new peeps are here. Besides, my hometown is outside of Boston. So you never know when I might be in your hood ; )

Little Miss Thang {Sneak Peak Kennedy}

“People who say they sleep like a baby, usually don’t have one.”

~ Leo J. Burk ~

What happens when you mix a 6’8″ stud with a curly haired goddess? You get one dynamite kiddo; you get Little Miss Kennedy! Just about the smiliest baby around, Kennedy will cause you to stop and stare … and stare … and stare. She’s that cute! Between Kennedy’s snuggly demeanor, Momma Cori’s model good looks, and Papa Scott’s chilled out attitude, you’d never know this little one had the secret knack for keeping the folks up at night. But maybe that’s just what rock star babies do right before their 1st birthdays: be rock stars all night long! More Coming Soon!

To book your Baby Photography or Vintage Wedding Photography session email info@thelegacyboutique.com.

LaurenNovember 23, 2010 - 7:55 pm

You are a sneak peak posting fool today. LOL. But I’m loving it! Each post is beautiful.

KarenNovember 23, 2010 - 8:04 pm

Ha, ha! Don’t I know it? Turkey Day is right around the corner and I plan to do nothing but eat over the next week when I’m traveling. If you can believe it, there’s one more sneak peak coming later tonight!!!

TaylorNovember 23, 2010 - 8:55 pm

I am in love with that tree shot. Her expression in the top one is scrumptious. OMG.

FrancesNovember 25, 2010 - 2:33 am

She is adorable! Can’t wait to see more!!

KarenDecember 2, 2010 - 5:57 pm

Thanks for the blog love! I know, I’m in love with this little one too. That smile absolutely got me from the first second I saw it. Keep checking back and soon they’ll be more gorgeous shots to ooh and awe over.

Vintage Wedding Photography: Jamie + Jordan

I have only six words … I adore this gorgeous, goddess bride.

TWEET ME!
“On my wedding day, I choose Love over Fear for tomorrow and tomorrow and tomorrow.”  ~ Karen

LynnOctober 16, 2012 - 2:12 am

These are incredible, Karen! She looks just like Angela Basset don’t you think?

MaureenOctober 16, 2012 - 11:32 am

Goddess indeed. Beautiful!

Jamie RobertsonOctober 17, 2012 - 11:29 am

Karen is a genius! I had no idea just how talented she was until she took pictures of me and my friends! Thank you so much for making me look like a beautiful bride in these pics. World, get ready–cause Karen is taking it by storm. For reals.

KarenOctober 17, 2012 - 11:47 am

Ahhhh, @Jamie you’re awesome. Thanks soooooo much, lady! @Lynn always great to have you here. And “yes” she’s like celebrity gorgeous! @Maureen nice to “meet” ya. How did you find me?

Heather Stewart – Indie Bohemian Vintage Photography

Talent to Watch: Heather Stewart

Today’s post is an extra special treat for me. It highlights everything I swoon and strive for in my own artist life:

:: vulnerability, strength, and raw unapologetic truth,
:: indie bohemian style, eclectic global details, texture,
:: vision boards, handwritten journals, postcards, passports,
:: wide open spaces, intimate home decor, nature and industry,
:: family stories, vintage records, old boots, heirloom photos.

AND this sneak showcases one of my absolute favorite soul’s on the planet. Meet my dear friend + extraordinary talent, singer songwriter Heather Stewart.


Not only does she effortlessly house a voice the likes of Brandi Carlile + Bonnie Raitt, but she may be the funniest and most charismatic person I know. A wicked combination of reflective, thoughtful, soul and untethered, wild, spirit — she’s that one friend we’d all invite to our private desert island.

I was beyond stoked to photograph the artwork for her upcoming “What It Is” album as well as her upcoming website’s rebrand. Like her herself, it’ll make you smile and sigh in awe. It’s with pure glee that I share this sneak of some of our favs, photographed near Melrose and near Venice, California.

Vintage Indie Singer Songwriter Heather Stewart photographed by Karen Christensen of The Legacy Boutique for blog-worthy itunes album "What It Is," a mixture of Bonnie Raitt meets Brandi Carlisle. This Tommy Hilfiger inspired photo shot was shot near Venice Beach California.

Vintage Indie Singer Songwriter Heather Stewart photographed by Karen Christensen of The Legacy Boutique for blog-worthy itunes album "What It Is," a mixture of Bonnie Raitt meets Brandi Carlisle. This country rocker photo shot was shot near Venice Beach California.
Vintage Indie Singer Songwriter Heather Stewart photographed by Karen Christensen of The Legacy Boutique for blog-worthy itunes album "What It Is," a mixture of Bonnie Raitt meets Brandi Carlisle. This photo shot was shot near The Grove in LA, California.

To Heather’s unshakeable spirit and success: may she always live a life she loves.

Follow this massive talent on Twitter and FACEBOOK for album updates and a chance to see her perform live in Los Angeles.

TWEET  HEATHER  +  ME!
“Once you get over, what it’s never going to be like. What it is, is alright.” ~ song lyric by Heather Stewart

P.S. Thanks to Alex Albrecht {Heather’s fiance} for filming some sweet behind the scenes footage from the day!

TonyOctober 11, 2012 - 6:40 pm

These are sensational! I love too many to choose but definitely the first few with the jean jacket, the old records, the boots, those vision boards are really fun, the last few are so creative. Where did you get that mask? Do you use a prop house for photographers?

AnneOctober 11, 2012 - 6:44 pm

These are really sexy in the most natural way. I love literally everything.

CherylOctober 11, 2012 - 6:48 pm

Oooooh, the bedroom ones with the vintage albums rock! The first one is stunning.

SarahOctober 11, 2012 - 7:03 pm

Awesome wardrobe! She’s really photogenic in all of them. You can feel her emotions.

KerryOctober 11, 2012 - 7:09 pm

very cool. use one from each set.

LeslieOctober 11, 2012 - 7:16 pm

#1 #2 #3 #4 #7 #8 #9 forget it. I keep losing count. LOL. Any and everything!!!!!!!!!!!

CamiOctober 11, 2012 - 7:45 pm

all are stunning. #7 caught my eye. Also the one where Heather is embracing the guitar is nice too!

KarenOctober 11, 2012 - 8:11 pm

WOWZA! Look at all you sweet peeps! BIG HUGE GIANT virtual hugs for this. All I can say is “agreed.” @Tony, the mask is actually Heather’s. Amazing, right? @Ann, I said that too!!! @Cheryl, when she showed me her vintage record collection I was like “YES!” @Sarah, we pulled clothes from a bunch of options and I just loved the layers and textures and boho jewelry. Totally my style. @Kerry, we just might do that. Ha! @Leslie you’re hysterical! @Cami, so happy you hopped over here!!! Loved your tweet too ; ) Thnx everyone xo

LucianaOctober 11, 2012 - 11:43 pm

looove those! My favorite is #15 and the the 3rd from last. But all are gorgeous!

KarenOctober 11, 2012 - 11:49 pm

@Luciana I absolutely love #15 too! One of my favorites. We’re so likeminded. See you for brunch in the morning … Acai smoothies to come!

KarenOctober 12, 2012 - 3:02 pm

Someone on Facebook asked me last night about the jean jacket. I think her words were she’s “lusting” after it! Ha, ha! Funny thing is that’s actually pulled from my own closet. Bought it at one of my favorite little Marina Del Rey boutiques called Irene’s Story. Heather tried to steal it from me but I was like “hands off chica.” ; )

jim ortegaOctober 12, 2012 - 6:01 pm

These where very nicely done..i think they look great!

KarenOctober 12, 2012 - 6:10 pm

Hey Jim, big thanks! Nice to “meet” you! Always psyched to see new peeps over here.

JodiOctober 12, 2012 - 9:27 pm

Gorgeous!!! So much talent on all ends. Love these shots. mwah!

KarenOctober 13, 2012 - 1:03 pm

@Jodi, happy you’re here! Always fun to see new faces and check out new talents. Love your website! Keep coming back and thanks for sending comment love to our girl! ; )

Caine’s Arcade Cardboard Challenge Photos

Caine’s Arcade, Cardboard Challenge Sneak Peek …

There are no words for the sweet glee and overwhelm I felt at this past Saturday’s live Cardboard Challenge event in Los Angeles, October 6th.

Here’s a quickie, casual iphone sneak peek of me with Director Nirvan Mullick and little boss man Caine Monroy. The three of us all smiley and proud.

The event was a huge success creating a wildly fun Global Day of Play.

More pics coming soon …

Catch up with Me, fellow producers Erin + Bristol of Uprise, Director Nirvan, Caine’s Arcade, and the Imagination Foundation on FACEBOOK.

P.S. Not sure what the Caine’s Arcade is? Why I was involved as a photographer/producer? Check out the YouTube Phenomenon here.

 

MelissaOctober 14, 2012 - 11:36 am

No way! I’ve been following this since the first one completley made me cry. But I didn’t know you knew them. Nice!

KarenNovember 3, 2012 - 8:48 pm

Hey Melissa! Just seeing this now. Such a small world, right? Love these dudes. ; )

Vintage Wedding Photography {Photo Booth}

Life with The Hot Dreadman {aka my man}.

This past weekend, Dreads and I took a meditative long drive up the coast to visit our favorite Berkeley, CA crew. Our friends, Jaime + Jordan, shared their vows in an intimate garden wedding which struck such a chord with all of us, leaving me laughing through my tears. In the midst of shameless reception dance-offs, we all piled into the photo booth and got a little ca-razy. Here’s a sneak of the madness.

The Knotty Bride, Backyard Vintage Wedding, Ryan Gosling!

Truth be told — getting published on the top wedding blog, The Knotty Bride, is pretty much bizbomb.

Having a Ryan Gosling music video as its soundtrack? Priceless.

Peeps, this is a must watch.

Go. Run. Swoon. {see A+G  and  the hotness that is Gosling} Go here.

The Legacy Boutique and photographer Karen Christensen featured on The Knotty Bride for DIY, backyard, garden party, vintage, bird theme wedding Alison + Gabe.
CURIOUS ABOUT SHOOTING?
Engaged? Getting married? Obsessed with all things: Vintage, Anthropologie, Whimsical, Winter Kate, Rustic, Sunflare, Editorial, Boho Chic, Blog-worthy? Then we must talk. Shoot a “CONTACT ME” form and we can meet or skype over coffee to talk about all the details and dreams you’re cooking up. So don’t be shy, come make yourself known here and over the interweb. xo

LEAVE A COMMENT + SHARE WITH YOUR FRIENDS!

JamieJuly 20, 2012 - 2:43 pm

Congrats! So cool. I loved the story from the bride too. Childhood sweethearts CUTE

KarenJuly 23, 2012 - 12:57 pm

Muchas gracias, @Jamie! I know, so many sweet comments and shares on The Knotty Bride post. Everyone just loves them. Happy you shared some love over here too xo

LaurelJuly 27, 2012 - 6:59 pm

I just found you. LOVING your photography and your message. Inspiring!

KarenAugust 3, 2012 - 11:45 am

Hey @Laurel! Happy to have you here. Thnx so much and hope to “meet” soon! ; )

Caine’s Arcade 2: Global Cardboard Challenge & Imagination Foundation

CBS NEWS

Kids + Cardboard Will Change The World

Photographer Karen Christensen of The Legacy Boutique, who partners with children and women centered charities, was proud to be one of the Producers on Caine's Arcade 2 which support Creative Entrepreneurship and Imagination in kids. CBS News, TIME Kids Magazine, Diane Sawyer, and over 1 million views on You Tube.

It’s no secret. Since I was 19 years old, fresh off the plane from NH, I’ve been blessed to work on so many incredible creative projects here in Los Angeles.

Producing for the Caine’s Arcade followup film, alongside the ridiculously talented producers/writers/directors Erin Heidenreich and Bristol Baughan of Uprise, has been no exception. Launching the Imagination Foundation and inviting the world out for a Global Cardboard Challenge this October 6th, I am thrilled to share with you Director Nirvan Mullick’s followup film. Featured on CBS News, The Jeff Probst Show, TIME Kids, and with OVER 1 million views — it’s kinda a big deal.

This film highlights all the magical opportunity that was born these past 5 months from the imagination of a 9-year-old boy, Caine, who built an elaborate cardboard arcade in his father’s East LA auto parts shop. From Jack Black, to LL Cool J, to Justin Timberlake, to Jessica Alba, to Annie Lennox, to Diane Sawyer, to the Caan Film Festival in France, to rocket scientist Rob Manning — the response has been HUGE!

DO THIS NOW:
:: Share this with your friends + Come out to play next month on Oct 6th!
:: Leave a comment + tell me:

  • What memories does this bring up from YOUR childhood?
  • Do YOU think creative entrepreneurship will change the world?
  • Who inspires creativity and entrepreneurship in YOU?

And now … Caine’s Arcade 2! {Reload the page if video doesn’t appear}

 

StephanieSeptember 13, 2012 - 8:59 pm

This made me ball just like the first one. Beautiful.

TonySeptember 13, 2012 - 9:01 pm

Is Caine hiring? Cuz I’m job hunting!

EthanSeptember 13, 2012 - 10:46 pm

Caine AND Nirvan are brilliant.

Reuben HernandezSeptember 16, 2012 - 6:16 pm

Caine is a genius and true innovator. I know he’s going to leave a huge mark on this world. Thanks for sharing!

KarenSeptember 18, 2012 - 5:09 pm

Thnx for the comments! Nice to “meet” all of you! Be sure to check out *all* the other inspired works produced by the Uprise ladies {Bristol + Erin} at http://cargocollective.com/uprise Truly, you will be blown away. BLOWN AWAY. I am.

KarenSeptember 18, 2012 - 5:11 pm

@Stephanie, me too! @Tony, probably! Volunteers come out to help him from everywhere, wearing “staff” shirts! @Ethan, agreed. @Reuben, that he is! That he is!

KarenSeptember 20, 2012 - 7:38 pm

And don’t forget … go to http://www.cardboardchallenge.com to register your Oct 6 event for the Global Day of Play!!! Can’t wait to see what we all build and create ; )

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Beach Photography Los Angeles {Dr. Jennifer Chrisman}

Love Your Truth. The Good, Bad, & Ugly.

We’ve all been there.

:: We hear the whisper,
:: We feel the pull,
:: We see the writing on the wall.

And then we run like Hell from that {know-it-all} inner diva who dares to call herself the Truth. Humph! What does she know anyway?

Turns out, a lot!

After chatting with Dr. Jennifer Chrisman, a woman whose nurturing + healing energy far exceed her petite frame + soothing voice, I had a severely “Ah-Ha” moment.

She said: “Love your truth.” 

********Screech … BREAKS … say, what?********

Seek your truth,” you got it!   “Honor your truth,” sure!   But “Love your truth?”
You. Are. Killing. Me.

You mean — I’ve  got to love the very thing that can turn our worlds upside down + inside out, wrecking havoc on relationships + careers + status quo? You got it!

Don’t get me wrong. I’m as BIG a supporter of Truth as the next gal. In fact, she’s ALWAYS been my own personal Travel Guide back to inner peace, passion, and purpose. It just so happens, I also tended to think of Truth as an utter royal nuisance. Which is why Jennifer’s concept of “loving” her came like a karate chop of goodness for my soul.

Jennifer, like Truth herself, will hear +  feel + see you — for who you really are. Her approach will feel:

:: Alarmingly comfortable,
:: Surprisingly soothing,
:: Collaboratively engaging, and …
:: Worth triple the investment!

I not only started to understand why I must *love* Truth as my #1 homegirl but, after talking for mere minutes, I completely forgot we’d only just met!

With wonderfully familiar energy, Jennifer welcomed me into her modern chic home {which had me drooling from its orchids to mason jars to sleek furnishings, FYI} and she related to me with a humor and a warmth I long to be around.

What is your truth? Love her today.
Don’t Be Shy!  Connect with Dr. Jennifer Chrisman & Fall in Love:

WEBSITE 
TWITTER
FACEBOOK

Are you a woman entrepreneur or creative? Does your brand need a radical visual makeover? Top Editorial Photography is just the eye candy you need. Shoot a contact form off this site and let’s co-create  with me as your Visual Brand Ambassador. Perfect for women life + biz coaches, actors, models, bestselling authors, speakers, nutritionists, online marketers, artists and more!

 

ToriJuly 25, 2012 - 11:39 am

Wow. I love the prayer shot.

KarenAugust 3, 2012 - 11:45 am

@Tori, big thnx! Yeah, she’s so in the moment. Just loved her energy.

Vintage Wedding Photography: The Los Angeles Times

It’s a good Sunday when your …

photography + past happy clients are featured in the LA Times!

You gotta love when random awesomeness falls out of the sky!

Last week, The LA Times contacted me about wanting to feature one of my wedding clients for a profile article on …

California Newlyweds, Latest Bridal Makeup Trends + What’s Popular for 2012.

Obvious to say, I was like “uh, hmmm, YUP! Sounds good!”

Without hesitation, I immediately thought of my sweet new friends Alison + Gabe. Within a few hours, the reporter had a warm chat with the duo and away we went.

Here’s what was published in today’s Sunday Edition of the LA Times. {NOTE: this is featured in the Image Section! Brides check it out.}

Top Photographer Karen Christensen of The Legacy Boutique has images published in the Sunday Edition of The Los Angeles Times for Bridal Trends and What's Hot for Weddings this season. The Legacy Boutique clients Alison and Gabe praise Karen for creating their story in art for all time to remember and preserve.

If you’ve recently gotten engaged this past Valentine’s Day, hop over to my “Say Hola” Form and submit an inquiry. I’d love to hear all about your dream day and help you predesign your wedding photography plus coordinate your day’s timeline!

We book out 6-12 months in advance and shoot a very limited number of weddings per year. So if you’re engaged, let’s chat it up sooner rather than later. Congrats, friends! xo

MeaganFebruary 19, 2012 - 7:59 pm

So rad, Karen!

alisonFebruary 19, 2012 - 10:22 pm

Such a fun keepsake, buying a cool display coffee table just to show it off. Love this photographer, made our day so much more memorable!

teri goetzFebruary 27, 2012 - 11:23 am

beautiful tribute to beautiful work! congrats. Thanks for sharing.

KarenMarch 1, 2012 - 3:02 pm

Ahhh, thnx ladies! @Meagan, @Alison {congrats to you too!}, and @Teri — you all rock.

Top Maternity Baby Photography Los Angeles

“It gets late early out there.” ~ Yogi Berra ~

I’ll admit it. I freaking LOVE my job. Can you blame me?

Top Maternity and Newborn Photography near Venice Beach Los Angeles, San Diego, Santa Barbara, and San Francisco. Bohemian Indie Vintage Moms swoon for The Legacy Boutique Lifestyle and Studio Baby Portraits which are sensual and artful.

Number one Lifestyle and Editorial Photographer, Karen Christensen of The Legacy Boutique, shoots artful natural light Maternity, Newborn, Baby, and Family portraits with detail shots of the baby's room and Lookbooks for bohemian, vintage, indie mom boutiques and kids clothing stores in Los Angeles, near Venice Beach California.

Karen Christensen of The Legacy Boutique is the Number one maternity and newborn photographer near Venice Beach California for the modern, bohemian, indie, vintage, hipster family with sexy and stylish fashionista moms

Top photographer Karen Christensen of The Legacy Boutique shoots editorial lookbooks for bohemian, vintage, indie, hipster mommy clothing boutiques near Venice Beach California as well as the best natural light and sunflare beach portraits, perfect for holiday cards and heirloom albums.

Check out a feature testimonial on The Bump.

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Photographer and Women’s Motivational Speaker Karen Christensen, Owner of The Legacy Boutique in Los Angeles, is commissioned to shoot Weddings, Heirloom Maternity/Newborn Portraiture, Boudoir, Headshots, and Commercial Clients throughout California, the United States, and Internationally.

To Book Your Engagement, Wedding, Maternity, Baby, Boudoir, Trash the Dress, Anniversary, Headshot, Commercial Photography session — or to ask Karen to speak — email info@thelegacyboutique.com.

www.TheLegacyBoutique.com

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KendallSeptember 28, 2010 - 11:02 am

Are you photographing maternity and kid models?

KarenSeptember 28, 2010 - 12:24 pm

I’ve been asked this before and it always makes me smile. Amazingly, these beautiful women and little ones are NOT models. But since I work with so many top actors for Headshots, many of them have gone on to submit headshots for national agencies representing maternity – children with a little guidance from me. In fact, one past client {a friend who herself actually is a dancer/actress} has had tremendous success with her little baby girl. You can see her daughter in Targets Advertisements everywhere! Point is, no one should shy away from taking portraits. The right lighting, mood, wardrobe, makeup, and body placement can make anyone feel, even look, like a model for a day! Even the least photogenic people leave with gorgeous shots and having had a wonderful time ; )

KarenOctober 8, 2010 - 11:04 am

CONGRATULATIONS to Holly, Aaron, and big sister Ava on the birth of their new baby girl! She came into the world last night, October 7th, at 10:54pm!!! I can’t wait to meet her!

KathleenJuly 13, 2011 - 12:31 am

Oh Karen! these are out of this world GORGEOUS! How ecstatic you must feel after these shoots! What you capture, through your unique eye is true art. Thank you for creation! xo

KarenJuly 13, 2011 - 12:45 am

Kathleen you just rocked my FACEBOOK and my BLOG world! MUCH LOVE! xo

CynthiaJuly 13, 2011 - 8:07 am

Super Amaaaazing work! I looked through this once and then I looked it all over again! Just loved it! Truely beautiful!

Elsie EscobarJuly 13, 2011 - 8:27 am

Such GORGEOUS WORK!!!! The composition, the creativity and the love for your subjects shines through! My favorite is the sexy sprinkle that all your pics have, it’s such and earthy sexiness, not over the top, but really magnetic. Great work!

Tracy MatthewsJuly 13, 2011 - 10:11 am

Girl you are so talented…looking forward to being in front of your lens at some time!!

SheilaJuly 13, 2011 - 10:56 am

Exquisite!

SabineJuly 13, 2011 - 12:10 pm

Hey Karen, as someone who has just found out she’s pregnant, I am absolutely thrilled and sooo inspired by these beautiful pictures. All I can say is ‘WOW!’ and wish you were living in Europe to do a session with me later on! :-) (hint hint: don’t want to travel here?)

KarenJuly 13, 2011 - 12:41 pm

THNX everyone! You all just made my day! Such a sucker for chatting with you on the blog! I just love, love, love it! xoxo

@Sabine, Congratulations! You know, The Hot Dreadman {aka the fiance} and I were just taking about how we could prioritize a Europe trip. Maybe your belly is that reason!!! Seriously, submit a contact form. I travel all over creation and if you can get 3-5 friends or family members to also book a Family, Maternity, Baby, Boudoir, Editorial, Engagement, Wedding, or Trash the Dress shoot within a 1-2 week period that I’m there for you — we can offset the travel expenses. ; )

Peeps outside of CA, this goes for you too! Just get a few friends to book around the same time and I can fly just about anywhere.

P.S. I think I’ll be in NYC from Oct 13-23, 2011 so get on my NYC list by submitting a Contact Form. xoxo

KarenJuly 13, 2011 - 12:43 pm

Oh, double P.S.. If you’ve not signed up for your Backstage Pass get on that! You’ll get all kinds of juicy stuff right away. xo

Laurie RosenfeldJuly 14, 2011 - 1:32 am

Karen, these are GORGEOUS and so moving to look at! Especially collected together like this. This is art! I am amazed. I too would love to be in front of your camera sometime. Congratulations! xoxo, Laurie

KarenJuly 15, 2011 - 1:38 pm

Laurie – THANK YOU sooooo much! Man, that is an awesome comment. Would love to photograph you whenever! Not sure where you’re based, but I was just sharing that I am commissioned for travel often. ; )

Sarah LouiseJuly 19, 2011 - 3:36 pm

I can’t imagine a more wonderful way to capture a child’s youth than with stunning photos like this. Your style simply awes me! Really excited for you Backstage Pass Newsletters with tips and tricks. And it’s brilliant to include such an authentic motivational aspect – so many of us (me!!) get stuck in the “I wish I could be better” phase.

KarenJuly 19, 2011 - 4:42 pm

Sarah … YOU JUST MADE MY DAY! Thanks sooooo much and sooooo happy we’ve connected through the Backstage Pass! I love your passion for learning photography and am so stoked to help you along the way! Can’t wait to see what Flare exercise we come up with together this week. xo

Annie Hall Inspiration: Fashion Photography

“It’s beauty that captures your attention; personality which captures your heart.”

~Unknown~

Photographer Karen Christensen of The Legacy Boutique styled and photographed this Annie Hall inspired Editorial photo shoot near Venice Beach California.
Meet Latoya Hawthorne, the Jamaican model I’m proud to now call my new friend. Represented by Otto models out of Newport Beach, expect great things from this woman. Having overcome tremendous adversity in her life, Latti, as she is known to many, lives with a grace and a dignity far beyond her young years. This wise soul has a powerful story to share. I’m so blessed to have crossed paths with her journey and look forward to our many future collaborations.

MORE COMING SOON…

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Karen Christensen, Photographer and Owner of The Legacy Boutique in Los Angeles, is commissioned to shoot Weddings, Heirloom Maternity/Newborn Portraiture, Headshots, and Commercial Clients throughout California, the United States, and Internationally.

To Book Your Engagement, Wedding, Maternity, Baby, Boudoir, Trash the Dress, Anniversary, or Headshot Photography session — email info@thelegacyboutique.com.

www.TheLegacyBoutique.com

 

Latoya HawthorneMay 7, 2011 - 11:03 am

You are SO amazing! These are SO pretty! Thank you for your kind words! I am so glad to call you my friend as well!! I have been talking about you and your work nonstop. So glad we crossed paths! I definitely look forward to collaborating again! :) xo

Heather McLaughlinMay 7, 2011 - 11:23 am

you have officially just stepped up your game… these are ridiculous! You’ve now set a new bar for yourself, I want to see more like this!! Awesome, Karen!!

LucianaMay 7, 2011 - 12:40 pm

whoa!!! Gorgeous!!!!!

kristinaMay 8, 2011 - 8:20 pm

Wow, awesome! LOVE the first one, looks like something in an Anthropologie catalog!

The Weekender BlogMay 13, 2011 - 6:08 pm

Beautiful! Thanks for sharing!

KarenMay 23, 2011 - 11:02 am

Thanks EVERYONE! Latoya is not only phenomenal looking but she’s one powerful woman. Photographing someone like her makes the inspiration just pour out of you. I can’t wait for you all to learn more about her incredible story. Stay tuned.

sarahJuly 6, 2011 - 5:02 am

can’t wait to find out more about Latoya, these images are so evocative and beautiful. Great work Karen!

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