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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.
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When yoga + green smoothies ain’t enough …
Call on your new fierce firecracker, and my dear friend, Leona Mizrahi, for some radical + practical tools to reclaim your spark.
We all know thatwoman, right?
The one who walks into any room, lights it up in a nano second, laughs the longest, stands the tallest, get’s everything she wants, and makes every gal’s skin crawl with envy?
Yeah, well, Leona is that woman {at about 5 foot nothin, no less}. What’s amazing, YOU CAN’T HELP BUT LOOOOOOVE HER {even rave about her}.
Why? Because her *Spark* is anything but Hollywood veneer.
As if dipped in some secret sauce, every inch of Leona’s dream-like being is relentlessly likable. Where others may be easily dismissed as lucky, Leona’s good fortunes have been hard won.
:: Her self-realization + absolute ownership = her “upgraded ferocious faith”
Maybe that is what makes this otherwise “typical nightmare” not only a total delight but {more importantly} a totally trustworthy tool in your tool kit.
Here’s a sneak peek into a fun afternoon we shared, like two spiritual soul sistas, locking down the truth about living with Passion + Purpose. And that is …
It all begins with you.
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 + business coaches, actors, models, bestselling authors, speakers, nutritionists, online marketers, artists, and more.
What a priceless photoshoot! You are a natural behind the lens. I am so grateful YOU captured my spark. Thank you for creating a space where women can ‘lock it down’, while surrendering! Much love and light to you… and your legacy!
Xx
KarenApril 9, 2012 - 3:53 pm
@Danielle — no surprise! Let’s connect over email.
I want to send a HUGE shout out of love + appreciation to this sweet couple and to their 14 {that’s right, 14!!!} unbelievably fun bridal party attendants!
Truly, it’s your warmth and your easy going nature, with your deep love for one another, that makes photographing such a day a total treat from start to finish.
And with backgrounds like Cal Tech’s Athenaeum, plus hints of swoon-worthy vintage style, I got nothin’ but love for ya both.
This Sneak Peek is just the beginning but it’s my Thank You to you, your bridal party, and your families for hosting an unforgettable day! xo
Brides, Getting Hitched? Let’s chat! Submit a contact form off this site & we’ll schedule your consultation to go over all the details of your dream day. Congrats!
Such a fabulous wedding! What a super photo – can hardly wait for more. It was such a special day, the grandmas just loved it all.
TerryApril 4, 2012 - 10:00 pm
Your wedding was beautiful! Can’t wait to see the pictures. Have a great honeymoon.
Cousin JackieApril 4, 2012 - 11:59 pm
This photo belongs on the cover of a magazine! So adorable!!!
AshleyApril 5, 2012 - 8:03 am
What a beautiful couple. Mosey looks like Barbie! Can’t wait to see more.
AmyApril 5, 2012 - 8:38 am
The sneak peak is beautiful–can’t wait to see the rest! Congratulations again!
RyanApril 5, 2012 - 8:45 am
Dunnbelievable!
JillApril 5, 2012 - 10:08 am
Dunnforgetable!
LisaApril 5, 2012 - 10:55 am
What a gorgeous picture! So excited to see the rest.
KarenApril 5, 2012 - 2:30 pm
Mosey and Patrick are so lucky to have all of you. Seriously. Awesome.
DadApril 5, 2012 - 5:54 pm
Dunn Deal!
maggieApril 6, 2012 - 11:25 am
It was such a gorgeous wedding and SO much fun! Thank you for letting all of us be a part of it! I hope the honeymoon is fantastic, and I cannot wait to see the rest of the pictures!
All Photographs Copyright Photographer Karen Christensen at The Legacy Boutique in Los Angeles. Karen is commissioned to shoot Weddings, Heirloom Portraiture, Headshots, and Commercial Clients throughout California, the United States, and Internationally.
To Book Your Engagement, Wedding, Boudoir, Trash the Dress, or Anniversary Photography session — email info@thelegacyboutique.com.
Thanks, Meredith! I can’t wait to post a Sneak from their wedding this past weekend. Seriously, these two had the MOST gorgeous wedding at Stone Mannor! Her dress was to die for! And the burger bar was DELICIOUS!
Check out who’s the Feature Friday gal at Bodyheart …
It’s no secret that I’ve been proud to photograph for this powerful campaign, but I’m wanting to extend extra Love + Appreciation to our friend Amber Krzys for the sweet honor of being her Featured Friday gal this week. Why? Because it opens up an opportunity for a much-needed dialog between women. This feature is not about me, is not about Amber. It’s about ALL of us; standing together to be SEEN.
If you believe what I believe, that our worth is not measured in numbers on a scale, then please take 60 seconds to read my thoughts on our size “00″ culture and what I know for sure about real beauty.
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“Worth can’t be measured in waistlines, hiplines, bustlines. Size “O” can’t fit all of ME.” – @TheLegacyBoutiq http://bit.ly/yMIMxZ {Pls RT}
Then, in the comment section below, take action! Tell us:
YOUR #1 frustration with fashion, with media, with body pressures
YOUR #1 action step to overcome
We want to hear YOUR brilliance, YOUR experience, YOUR strategies.
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This week ONLY I’m sending out short + sweet daily confessionals of my 7 Biggest Mistakes in Love, designed to help you steer clear of the rabbit holes I fell into along the way to being an engaged + happy gal. {Sign up below for fa-Free!}
This Valentine’s Season I’ve been blessed with much, much love.
The Hot Dreadman, Baby the Cat, Friends, Family, Clients, even 2 neighbors rocking my world with German Chocolate cake recipes and TRX workouts {Funny combo, agreed} — and I’m lovin life! What’s more?
With only a simple softbox, a blank wall, & a couple quickie shots each — these ladies {un-edited + un-retouched} made a lasting impression on my Valentine’s season.
See their spirits for yourself. {Reload page if video does not appear}
If for any crazy reason you’ve not yet joined the hundreds of other Brides, Moms, and Creative Entrepreneurs already on my free Backstage Pass — hop to it!
This week ONLY I’m sending out short + sweet daily love confessionals for my 7 Biggest Mistakes in Relationships. Steer clear of the pitfalls I fell into in my own relationships, even engagement. Find out how I got back on track to being one lucky and in-love lady. {sign up is on the right}
Many of you already know of my love for the Bodyheart Campaign and my proud photography contribution to the cause.
But you may not know the intimate reason behind my love affair.
For those of you signed up for my Backstage Pass {noodle over to the right, if you’re not already} it’s no secret that throughout my adolescence — and well into my twenties — I struggled with poor body image, disordered eating, and chronic self-loathing. A struggle that, as my friend and Bodyheart founder Amber Krzys suggests, imprisoned my body for over a decade.
Today, I am proud to say I am free.
But, it wasn’t always that way.
In the early 2000′s, at the curse of my own body imprisonment, I unknowingly attracted a domestically violent relationship where I endured daily alienation, humiliation, verbal and physical intimidation. Without question, the self-hatred I held for my body — and all that lie within her — was at the core of what allowed that burying experience to ever take place.
Thankfully, after 18 months, the Universe chimed in and whispered to me my real worth. With a strength and a conviction not my own, I left.
In the next years {still half broken} I eventually pulled the self-love up from my toes, climbing my way to the woman I am today; perfectly imperfect and loving life in all its beautiful mess.
If not for the mentorship of dear friends, an incredible therapist, and later a loving + safe relationship, I may not have found the willingness to love myself {let alone thriveas myself}.
In my eyes, this is not about weight loss. This is about hate loss.
I’m living proof that when women take up their full space in the world, being seen and heard for who they truly are, they not only heal themselves but they begin to heal the planet. For me, that’s one chica + one click at a time. For you, it may be something entirely different. Whatever your way is, claim it today.
Stop your body punishment. Start living your legacy.
Enrollment for the Bodyheart Bootcampcloses this Sunday, February 12th, 2012 at 11:59 p.m. so hop to it and spread the word!
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Hi I was part of the I love me on Feb 4th at the Agape Center in LA. What an awesome experience. So excited about seeing the photos you took of me and my awesome sisterfriends there. Will you have a link to any of those photos from the Bodyheart campaign photos?
I can’t wait to see them!
What amazing work you are doing.
Love,
Valerie Ostrowicki
TimothyFebruary 8, 2012 - 7:09 pm
Beautifully written. And by the way, you have good reason to heart your body. Very glad you heart it as well. Cheers to healing.
KarenFebruary 8, 2012 - 7:57 pm
Hi Valerie! I remember YOU! Big love and gratitude for stopping by and saying “Hello.” Amber will have all those gallery links and information for you! You can contact her directly or she’ll be in touch ; )
KarenFebruary 8, 2012 - 7:58 pm
Ahhh, Timothy. YOU’re here!?!?!?! Amazing! Thanks for making my day. Muah! xo
“A successful marriage requires falling in love many times, always with the same person.”
~ Mignon McLaughlin, Journilist and Author ~
Such a marriage would be easy if your life partner was Jodi or Mike. Lucky for the newly wedded couple, they’d be hard pressed not to find something to fall in love with these days. It seems their recently hitched life is bestowing all kinds of blessings on them, with a new house and a baby on the way! As their photographer and their friend, I couldn’t be happier for them. And having experienced their loving and fun nature over their easy, breezy Dreams Resort wedding in Cabo San Lucas, Mexico — I’m certain this little Pang-to-be is going to be born ready to love life! A child after my own heart.
Nope. I can’t think of a single thing better than photographing such a fantastic couple who were chillin’ and relaxin’, in love and laughter, throughout their Destination Wedding. {I should mention guests are served endless fruity drinks and breakfast buffet by the pool … I’m just sayin’}. When you add on the fact that I got to work with my favorite Wedding Coordinator,Vikki, of Vikki and Shannon at All You Need is Love Events, while getting to know these two amazingly warm families, then you’re really going to start doubting that my “work” is really “WORK” at all. Truth is, I’m so privileged to do what I do. I couldn’t feel more gratitude or more joy for these two families coming together and for the “work” we created together. It really makes all the long, long hours editing {HA! See … I DO WORK} worth it in the end.
Check it out … OH … and there’s MORE! Lot’s more, including a killer Trash the Dress Session. Stay Tuned.
Photographs Copyright Photographer Karen Christensen at The Legacy Boutique in Los Angeles. Karen is commissioned to shoot throughout California, the United States, and Internationally.
To Book Your Engagement, Wedding, Boudoir, Trash the Dress, or Anniversary Photography session — email info@thelegacyboutique.com.
So pretty. If Evan and I ever renew our vows, you’re coming!
KarenApril 5, 2011 - 3:38 pm
Ahhhh! Thanks! You know I am always game to travel anywhere … especially warm tropical places. Ha!
KeltyApril 5, 2011 - 4:22 pm
Smitten with all of these! You really captured their excitement and I love the ring shots– especially the one with the skeletal frida. Really pretty work! Can’t wait to see the portrait sesh, reception, trash the dress etc.
VikkiApril 5, 2011 - 7:19 pm
Amazing photos Karen! You really captured the essence of Mexico and this beautiful couple. It was a joy to do this wedding with you and can’t wait for the next one!
Shannon DexterApril 5, 2011 - 7:21 pm
AMAZING! (as always) You truly captured their beauty and friendship all in one. lovely pictures.
Woo hoo! Wonderful photography – artistic, fun, whimsical, tear-inducing and drool-worthy. Amazing shots of a wonderful couple!
KarenApril 5, 2011 - 8:37 pm
Well, don’t you all know how to make a photographer’s day! THANKS so much!!!! Your comment love truly rocks my world ; )
KristinApril 5, 2011 - 9:38 pm
Beautiful pictures! Congrats Jodi and Mike:)
KarenApril 6, 2011 - 4:04 pm
Thanks Kristin! We had a phenomenal time, I must say. It would have been near impossible to take anything but beautiful pictures ; )
MikeApril 6, 2011 - 10:08 pm
Karen, they came out better than we could have ever imagined! It’s amazing how you are able to really capture the moment, and make it even more beautiful! Thank you so much!
KarenApril 7, 2011 - 2:19 pm
Mike! THAT’s amazing to hear, especially from the Bride and Groom!!! THANK YOU for being so ridiculously good looking and fun! Can’t wait to design your Heirloom Wedding Album ; )
Rebirth and Strength, Transformation and Power. ~The Butterfly Nautilus
Anyone who knows me, knows grace and gratitude are just about my two most appreciated nouns in any context. Admittedly, I am haunted by them. Inspired and eluded all at once.
So it is no surprise that I would have connected so deeply with designer Pattie McBride, or fallen so hard for her divine and thoughtful jewelry creations at Butterfly Nautilus. Her vision and her mission, to honor those who have changed our lives with gratitude gifts, pulls right at the heart of my own story. If you’re anything like me, her message will resonate with you too.
For many of my followers, it’s no secret the storms I’ve weathered over the years. While mine are no more dramatic than most, I’ve written some about my false starts, lessons learns, and deep mournings in the Backstage Pass. Moments like unexpectedly losing my dearest friend and roommate to Leukemia or surviving domestic violence — each posed heros and sheros who helped my uncover the upside of down. {Noodle over to your write to get on the list}.
If not for these warm souls, I may still be wading knee deep in loss with no taste for the bitter-sweetness that is life. But like sugar on lemons, their grace and their gratitude softened tart times. And I eventually celebrated my own metamorphosis.
Pattie’s soulfully intentioned Art pieces not only make the perfect Thank You gift but they contribute to something much, much bigger: raising the consciousness of all people to stop, appreciate, recognize and be recognized. And that, my friends, is the type of gift that not only acknowledges our blessings but pays them forward.
If you or someone you love has a powerful story you want to honor, celebrate, and share — post a comment below AND submit your story to the Butterfly Nautilus site when you purchase.
Remember, what I often say: “Our lives are such gifts. Not because they’re perfect, but because they’re ours.”
Check out this Sneak Peek from our Editorial Branding Photography shoot and smile at this masterful, meaningful life — Pattie McBride.
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In 2012 Don’t Get Happy, Get Real. ~Karin McDermott
One of the most refreshing New Year’s blog posts I read this go round was by Karin McDermott, the bohemian chic yogini and Pleasure Pioneer who founded and became the Inspiration Chief of Soultree Motion, Inc. and The Soultree Center. Jesting with us recent 2012 crossover peeps, Karin asks in her January 2nd post…
“How is 2012 treating you so far? Are you happy yet?”
{Insert community sigh + overpriced skin cream refunds here}.
This ferociously free, stiletto-lovin’, movement maven {also a daily Lupus Warrior and dedicated single mumma of two} is the fiercest Cultivator of Passion and Purpose I’ve been blessed to know {and that’s as a photography client, a mentor, and now a friend}. The very definition of soulful and authentic living, Karin’s a breath of REAL fresh air in an age of thin and wafty false promises about merely seeking “happiness.” Her work daringly invites you to forget happy and upgrade to authenticity. You won’t just want to befriend her, or even marry her. You’ll want to be her. Period. {It should be known I like “happy” … a whole heck of a lot, in fact! But I like what’s real, what’s sustainable, a whole lot better. For me? That’s soul from gratitude.}
Here’s just a quick sneak of some of the magic we co-created during her Editorial Branding Photography shoot {an AWESOME experience for creating more fame, authority, and eye candy for women entrepreneurs — an offering sought after by fellow women in business, especially since my experience working with Marie Forleo and her masterful B-School and RHH LIVE programs}.
The relentless soul seeker “showed up” in front of the lens in a way that was awe-inspiring. {As if her energy might set the lens aflame during our photoshoot, Karin had a soaring spirit scarcely sealed by her own skin … literally}. This was soulful shooting like no other. And like her post’s words of wisdom and her transformative program offerings, you can see that she’s the real deal.
So say goodbye to chasing happy, hop on Karin’s soulful Pleasure train, and you just may have that “New Year, New You” experience every Gym is selling this month. What’s better? It’ll last long past February. It’ll be real.
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Beautiful pictures! I love this because I think that “follow your bliss” thing is very privileged. Her post is more attainable to people going through real life stuff.
KarenJanuary 12, 2012 - 3:52 pm
Thanks @Julie. Funny you should mention the “follow your bliss” idea. I’m always on the fence about that one too because those of us who have that luxury are in the top 1% of the human population. For me, it seems more appropriate to say “If you’re blessed enough to follow your bliss than respect your unearned fortune by appreciating it and passing it forward as best you possibly can … even on the really hard days for the Ego mind will always find a way to make a hard day.” That’s what I love about Karin’s work. She’s about finding the bliss even in the mess. And that takes soul.
Here we go with the second highlights from Marianne + Nigel’s magical purple day!
We start with the men keeping the groom hidden away from the bride, counting down the moments to the couple’s “First Looks.”
Knock out bride on deck … watch out.
These two could not stop giggling before finally locking eyes and hands. Too funny.
This was my FAVORITE surprise of the day! Amazing.
Clearly, this Bridal Party was having no fun at all.
You know you’ve got amazing friends when they surprise you with a decorated Honeymoon RV!!!
All receptions are fun but this one was RIDICULOUSLY fun!!! Phish + Live Band + Purple Lights + Greek Dances + Cake and MORE Cake and MORE Cake … it was the best!!!
Gotta love these DIY creations by the craftiest girl I know, Miss Marianne!
Admiring his gal, sitting on their favorite VW bus lovingly named “The Brun Hilda.” Why you ask? I actually still have no idea. Nigel??? Who is Brun and what’s a Hilda?
Where ever you’re headed in 2012, trust that love just may be around the bend. Take it from Marianne and Nigel. Love is all you need.
Don’t be shy. Send Marianne + Nigel some Comment Love & Congratulations.
No words to do my feelings justice. They’re amazing. LOVE them. Crying again. The one of me and my dad that you’ve been talking about…it’s PERFECT. They’re all PERFECT. My mom with her hand made Katie and Sam hat! All the details from the ceremony. WOW. Love you and thank you. xoxox
KarenDecember 31, 2011 - 11:24 am
YOU are perfect! Brides should take a course from you and Nigel on how to plan a FANTASTIC day and make sure to really ENJOY it when it comes! YOU TWO did just that and it was oh-so-fun to be a part of. From the details to the music to laughs to the tears — this wedding was one for the books. : )
MichelleDecember 31, 2011 - 11:30 am
I really love teh one of him holding her face in the ceremony. He looks over the moon. That’s got to feel aweseome.
KatieJanuary 12, 2012 - 3:38 pm
wow… these pictures are (obviously) amazziingg – it is most likely because of your ‘creative soul’ !! You captured the day as it happened, fun and perfect..i’ve enjoyed looking at these photo’s almost as much as experiencing first hand. I am over the moon you got judith’s hat that sam and i so willingly created wow…you were awesome! and so was I…jk. Well Done because of your talent and these pictures, i know you had as much as fun as i, even though we must of stressed you out so much with the delay! xxx
KarenJanuary 12, 2012 - 3:55 pm
@Katie!!! Are you kidding??? You were a hoot and made the day all the more fun. What hysterical and warm sweet souls you and Sam are. I loved ya from the moment you went in for the biggest hug I’ve ever known. YOU all rocked it out and put the “P” in Partaaaay! xo
katieJanuary 13, 2012 - 6:39 am
well duh…i loved you to so can i call you aunt or what?? xx
SamJanuary 15, 2012 - 2:58 pm
hi karen! I love the pictures you took, they were soo cool! Seeing the pictures showed me how good i look in a tux..jk!! And you are right…we do put the ‘P’ in partaaaay. xo
“She’s got everything delightful, she’s got everything I need”
~”Sugar Magnolia,” Grateful Dead ~
Confession: Artsy, Bohemian, Travelin’ Brides & Grooms are my favorite. It’s true. I simply cannot lie. Marianne and Nigel are no exception!
The distinct design style … I dare you to top the Purple Tights & Purple Shoes … and the signature stamp on their story … these two Phish followers travel the countryside by VW bus aka their beloved, “Brun Hilda” … made their wedding day nothing short of big time personality and big time fun! Never have I seen guests have more fun than on their dance floor. Good times were had by all at The Westford Regency in Massachusetts.
So buckle up and ride along with Marianne + Nigel for this first road trip. Loads more storytelling images to come, just around the bend.
P.S. Want to know a fun fact? I’ve known this sweet bride since we were toddlers!!! From ballet slippers to wedding shoes, she’s all grown up … which sadly means I am too, EEK! But enough about aging. I want to talk about gratitude with a capital “G.” Words cannot express the honor I felt photographing my oldest friend on her most memorable day. Pure magic, mixed with happy tears. A day I will never forget.
If you have any fun memories of these two as little tikes, or from their wedding day itself, leave a comment!
Part 2 is Coming Soon. Get Ready for First Looks, Bridal Party, Newlyweds, Ceremony and Reception!
In the mean time, give Marianne + Nigel some Comment Love & Congratulations!
Talk about happy. I love these and all their energy! Her hair is EXACTLY what I want for my day!
RachelDecember 15, 2011 - 1:18 pm
another one hit out of the park! i feel the couple’s anticipation of the ceremony like i’m right there with them.
MichelleDecember 15, 2011 - 1:35 pm
I’m in love with these! I’m an amateur photographer but I want to learn more and more about this kind of photo style. Do you see it this way when you shoot? Or do you crop the images like this afterwards? I never know how close to be to my subjects. HELP!!!
@Michelle, great question! I do all my cropping in-camera, meaning I compose my shots in this style {a blend of Photojournalism and Editorial} just as you see them here. The only time I crop in post, is when I’m designing albums, storyboards, or Art pieces. I think when you’re first starting out you want to give yourself challenges to shoot both really tight and really pulled back. Lots of macro detail, balanced with lots of negative space, is the key!
It’s always awesome to chat with peeps on the site. Makes my lunch break ; )
MichelleDecember 15, 2011 - 4:30 pm
Karen OMG! I can’t believe you responded to my question and so fast! You have no idea how helpful your answer is because I tend to shy away from getting the shots I know I like. LIke I don’t want to be rude or intruding but then i end up having to crop almost every image and I can’t always create the exact crop I want. I need to brave up.
MarianneDecember 16, 2011 - 10:42 am
KAREN!!!! They’re beautiful!!!! Thank you! Thank you! Thank you! The websites we ordered some of our items off of would be lucky to have such gorgeous shots. They wouldn’t even recognize their products! My favs are the mirror shots. Sammy so serious and handsome and Katie, mom and me! Making me cry. XOXOX
TraceeDecember 16, 2011 - 2:27 pm
These are so awesome. How fun is this??? Captured the mood perfectly.
JasonDecember 16, 2011 - 6:28 pm
Lovely photography. It feels like a look into an alice in wonderland storybook leading up to a glorious wedding ceremony and reception. I can’t wait for more!
KarenDecember 16, 2011 - 10:07 pm
YAY! I love it when I can make brides cry. Kidding. @Mariannne, I’m soooo happy you’re happy! Big BIG Big happy tears right there with you!!!
@Tracee, seriously, how fun is right! The day was one for the books!
@Jason, that’s the best comment ever! Makes me want to shoot an Alice in Wonderland inspiration board … hmmm… the wheels are turning!
@Michelle, I totally get how you’re feeling. I think we all start out trying to find that balance. In Photojournalism they teach you, you can never be too tight. But then with editorial you need to challenge yourself to step further back and shoot with more negative space. Just keep trying, playing, and being bold. You’ll get there!!! Awesome question ; )
Cindy HutchinsonDecember 17, 2011 - 10:22 pm
“AWESOME”!!!!!!!!!!
Jon MillerDecember 19, 2011 - 4:07 pm
These are GREAT pictures of an AMAZING couple. Wow what a JOYOUS day!
Y’all sure know how to “do” this wedding ‘thang’!!!!!
Congrats again to you ALL; but especially to you Marriane and Nigel. You two look so ‘right’ together.
I especially like those Black and White shots… Really captures some deep feelings and it SO cool to see.
Great job y’all!!!!
KarenDecember 19, 2011 - 9:35 pm
@Cindy and @Jon Miller, so psyched to have you both here! Thanks for stopping by and saying “Hi.” Love talking to all you sweet peeps ; )
Judy (yes Tilli!!! on the interweb)December 19, 2011 - 9:55 pm
Karen-Jeanne you made me cry!!! They’re gorgeous!!! Thank you a billion times over!!! Your creative soul has touched me deeply. I remember how talented you were from your pottery lessons but who knew you’d blossom into a phenomenal detailed artist with such compassion for your work. The art contests that you and Mar used to make me judge, you won every time just don’t tell my daughter! Can’t wait for more. Love you honey xoxoxo
KarenDecember 21, 2011 - 1:53 pm
It’s Momma Judy!!! Ahhhh, so happy you’re on the web!!! Pottery lessons and contests, what fun memories! Don’t worry, Mar had me beat at piano EVERY time : ) Love you!
keith mcdonaldDecember 23, 2011 - 12:15 pm
you guys rock!
waldo
KarenDecember 23, 2011 - 5:21 pm
@Keith, thanks so much for stopping by and saying “hi!” Gotta love M+N and all the fun goodness they bring to the world. ; )
laura bush-maysDecember 26, 2011 - 6:47 am
Awesome Pictures !!! Can’t wait to see more. Really love how this is all put together. Much Love to Marianne on her Birthday today.
For those of you who don’t know, I’m a BIG fan of Art used not only as Activism but also as Therapy. In fact, throughout my Senior year of High School {eek— High School — more on that later} I studied Dance Movement Therapy for a year-long Honors Thesis project. Researching how Dance and Movement could be the best means of communication, even healing, for nonverbal Autistic and Downs Syndrome children, I had the awesome opportunity to sit-in on Graduate classes in Boston. Even cooler? The experience empowered me to host my own clinical DMT workshops with children and give a 30 minute speech to many in my senior class {I should mention, this Senior Project was required to graduate but honestly one of the most powerful teaching moments in all of my schooling}. While I didn’t go on to work professionally as a Dance Movement Therapist, I’ve always remained an inspired advocate of the Art Therapies.
So — you can imagine my excitement getting to meet and work with Kat Fulton, one of the top leading speakers and licensed Music Therapists in the country! People, this woman is like a Rock Star in her world and still as humble as can be. {When we were shooting together she blessed us with an awesome chant and drum beat, which you can hear here}. While we first met through Marie Forleo’s RHH B-School and RHH Live programs, I suspect our creative works will cross many-a-future path. Our shared passion for “The Arts as vehicles for change” is palpable.
Kat also runs Sound Health Music (established in 2005), a San Diego-based team of board-certified music therapists who “design interventions that use music as the vehicle for positive change within corporate, wellness, medical, and enrichment settings.” So if the Rock Star herself is booked, you can count on her expert organization to help you rediscover your life’s rhythm.
These are just a tiny taste of the magic, expertise, and warmth that is Kat and her impassioned, healing, work. Hop over to her site and make yourself known. Chances are, she’ll give a virtual squeeze and drum beat in no time!
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You saw my email response, so I’ll try to tone it down here.
OMGOMGOMGOMG OMG!!! KAREN!!!! Thank you SOOOOOOO much!!! I can’t wait to see the rest. I have *never* seen myself look like this in my whole freakin LIFE. I’m CRYING, I’m so happy.
UNbelievable gurrrrrrrrrrl!
AND btw, I had SUCH a blast hanging with you mama!!!! You are so incredibly talented and blessed with such a gift.
I will remember that day forever. Never pampered myself and felt SO beautiful before. xoxoxoxoxoxoXOXOXOXOXoxox
What an exquisite russsssshhhhhhhh of BEAUTY! to see and be seen… by someone who knows how to LOVE and loves FULLY!.. and draws that love out. Karen, you are the BEST! LOVE your work! Kat is one of my FAVORITE people and you have captured exactly what i experience of who she is! Magnificent! xo
Looking SOOO gorgeous Kat!!! I love the back-light in the bongo pic xx
KarenNovember 16, 2011 - 11:04 am
Woo-HOO to all of you supporting Kat! And BIG THANKS to the music diva herself for showing up with all her best energy and looks on shoot day! Kat, your testimonial made my heart sing and I loved our chat on the phone. To great new things … ; )
Kat you look fabulous! I love the images of you so free and happy and of course beautiful! Truly amazing photos that really capture seem to capture you. Karen – you do such beautiful work, looking forward to working with you someday soon!
HelenNovember 18, 2011 - 1:18 am
Kat, this is exactly what you look like to the rest of us. Freaking gorgeous girl!!!! I heart these photos so much…. and you have now reminded me that I have yet to book my session with Karen, but I will. LOVE from the deepest recesses of my heart, and big kudos to you Karen on capturing Kat’s incredible beauty and fire!
Now there’s a word. Question is … when’s the last time you really experienced pleasure? Hmmm. That’s what I thought.
If you’re like most women, you may be thinking “yeah, I’ll get to ‘pleasure’ when I can finally get caught up.” Problem is, when we live our lives waiting to get “caught up” we miss — you guessed it — our lives. All the money and accolades in the world can’t make up for that.
Enter Kerrie Blazek, your new Pleasure Practioner. Another inspired soul whom I had the privilege to meet at Marie Forleo’s RHH Live event in NYC 2 weeks ago, Kerrie is the founder of The Great Goddess Adventure and soon-to-launch InHerElement.biz.
Shedding her corporate job, her condo, and her material comforts — Kerrie is living with a passion, a purpose, a presence, and a pleasure most of us long to experience. What’s even cooler? She’s doing it all from her Honda Element as she tours the country coaching women from the road, in their homes! Nothing less than awe-inspiring, Kerrie is creating a revolution. If you’re a fellow lover of green smoothies, knitting, playing in nature, and getting back to purpose and pleasure — than Kerrie is your Go To Girl who comes to you!
Get the keys to jump start your pleasure trip. Let Kerrie show you the way.
READ KERRIE’s SWEET TESTIMONIAL:
OMG…this is fabulous! Thanks so much … You’ve captured me perfectly.
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What a LIFE Kerrie! of JOY of living! and once again, Karen, you have captured the authentic essence of this wild dynamic woman! I soooooooo LOVE your work! You have made it an exquisite art! I look forward to a session myself soon! xo
Wow Kerrie! I didn’t realize you were mobile sweetie! How fun and liberating!
Let me know if you come through DC area! LOVE the photos…..Karen is amazing!
xoxo
LOVE! Love these sensational pictures. It’s simply oozing the essence of the Kerrie we know and love. Awe inspiring. Can’t wait to see the launch of your new website Kerrie! xoxo ~ Loralee
Thanks, ladies! It was amazing to be witnessed by such an artist. I feel as if Karen captured my true essence these photos. By the way, be sure to stop by http://www.kerrieblazek.com for my pre-launch offer!
Stunning photos! It makes me want to leave it all behind me and hit the road and I LOVE where I am so I can only imagine the momentum it will create for anyone dissatisfied or longing for adventure. Please stop by Sacred for a dance when you hit Brooklyn.
Oh yeah, Sasha — road trippin’ is the life for me! And Dara, I hate that I missed you while in New York. Thanks for your sweet comments. Keep in touch and share with your friends.
EmilyNovember 11, 2011 - 12:38 pm
Super cute concept for a coaching and for photography.
Really pretty work! Can’t wait to see the portrait sesh, reception, trash the dress etc.
!! You captured the day as it happened, fun and perfect..i’ve enjoyed looking at these photo’s almost as much as experiencing first hand. I am over the moon you got judith’s hat that sam and i so willingly created 
wow…you were awesome! and so was I…jk. Well Done because of your talent and these pictures, i know you had as much as fun as i, even though we must of stressed you out so much with the delay! xxx
by Karen
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