So, a few months ago I received an email from PDN (Photo District News) saying that someone (STILL have no idea who) nominated me to apply for the Rising Stars competition. I remember reading it over & over & over because I simply couldn’t believe it. With the help of some critical eyes, I submitted a brief portfolio to them. Then, a month ago….a month ago (it’s been torturous to not tell) I found out that I had actually been chosen. I still can’t believe it. Honestly. To the person that nominated me…I will FOREVER be thankful.
Back in college I would read PDN (and still do!) admiring all of their featured photographers. To be included in this incredibly special collection of photographers seemed so far off but I had hoped that, one day, it would happen. Thank you to everyone who has been so supportive of my work-you’re like family to me.
xoxoKatie
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I love gay weddings. They are FILLED with sincere happiness and joy. John & Paul were fortunate enough to have their wedding at the Cosmos Club in DC after being partners for 18 years. The ornate ballroom had the guests gasping and the warm glow of the room was a direct reflection of everyone’s laughter and genuine kindness throughout the day.
I couldn’t be happier for these two incredible people!
xoxokatie
PS- Peggy Marilley & Allison Campbell from Precision Meetings & Events put this entire wedding together. They did a hands down fantastic job!!!
Jack Lucky created all of the amazing florals. These cherry blossom bouts were perfect for an early Spring DC wedding!
I love that they walked to the “altar” together.
shot with fuji 400h, portra 400, and ilford 3200.
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I am SOOO excited that Zach & Clay’s wedding is the Monday feature on Snippet & Ink today!!!
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To say this was a highlight of my 2010 is an understatement. It’s pretty safe to say this was a highlight in my entire career…a highlight in my life. Obviously, I photograph weddings all of the time. It’s an amazing job…not even a job…a joy to be a part of so many peoples’ wedding days. However, to be a part of a day when two people who, because of their sexuality, were denied to be joined in such a special bond left me with tears. There was a point in their commitment ceremony (they were legally wed in DC) when I actually stopped photographing and soaked it in. Tears flooded my eyes. Every guest glowed with excitement and contentment to be part of Z & C’s moment.
I understand there are people who do not agree with gay marriage. Even though I don’t *get* that way of thinking, every single person is entitled to their opinion. However, just think…there is SO much hate & pain in this vast world…why would we deny people the chance to have love in their life? It doesn’t matter your race, sex, or age…each one of us deserves to be loved and who is anyone to say someone else doesn’t deserve it?
Thank you so much for taking the time to view these:)
xoxoKatie
Venue: The barn at the Agricultural History Farm Park in Montgomery County, MD
Florals: Zach’s sweet mom
Food: Since Zach & Clay are the masterminds behind the super popular foodie blog, The Bitten Word, food was a very important feature to their cocktail style reception. They had Oliver Friendly from Eat & Smile Foods who arranged an incredible menu.
Pies: Dangerously Delicious Pies
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