Katie Stoops Wedding Photography

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

I recently did a mini shoot for Janie Medley’s amazing florals and here are some snippets from it. Can you believe she found these peonies at Whole Foods!?!

shot with kodak portra 400

Today on Twitter, the song that Prince William & Catherine danced to was posted. It’s Ellie Goulding’s version of Elton John’s “Your Song”. I usually don’t like a lot of covers because I feel the first way is the best BUT this is a pretty great version!

Dave & I didn’t have dancing at our wedding almost five years *gasp*. I know, I know. We feel so incredibly awkward being the center of attention and while Dave is the holder of pretty sweet moves…I look like a parakeet on drugs trying to dance. NOT good. hahaha. It one of my favorite parts of a wedding. I love hearing what songs couples choose for their first dance and I get to live vicariously through them.

If Dave & I were to EVER redo our wedding…this is *our* song: Wilco’s “Remember The Mountainbed”. The Summer we began dating, I listened to it nonstop and I can only think of driving in the country with the top of Dave’s Jeep down with the wind blowing around us.

xoxoKatie

Carly is marrying Paul in October and I knew after their engagement session that I just had to photograph Carly some more. She has eyes that I imagine the Greek Gods having. Beautiful beautiful beautiful. Every girl needs a great photo of themselves:)

xoxokatie

shot with fuji 400h

A little while ago I went down to Miami to do a bridal shoot and before I had to leave for home, I took a bunch of fun scenery photos. Enjoy!

xoxoKatie

all shot with fuji 400h

and I am about to get on the road to shoot a wedding this weekend. I just got a bunch of film back from my Miami trip and wanted to share this shot of the sky. Have a GREAT weekend everyone!

I knew going out to San Fran that one of my little side trips just had to be the Heath Ceramics factory in Sausalito. I had been dying to see their tile (potentially for our new kitchen and/or bathroom) in person but ended up wanting to take everything home with me…stupid airport weight limit. Also, I found out that you can register here for your wedding. What a great idea!

This blue geometric tile is the actual tile I wanted to see and it’s the pattern from the new Dwell Magazine series.

all shot with fuji 400h.

My friend took me to Brix in Napa for brunch and it was, by far, one of the most amazing meals I’ve ever had. I probably looked like an idiot walking around with a plate of food and trying to take photos at the same time BUT I was excited to be there. Enjoy post #3 of today!

xoxoKatie

You can rent the space out for weddings & events too! I absolutely love the yellow/white draping.

Of course the wine is unbelievable there.

all shot with fuji 400h.

Hello everyone! How in the world is it Friday already!?!

These photos are from a recent trip out to San Francisco to help a fellow photographer shoot a wedding; however, please forgive the huge amount of beach & ocean photos. I looove the sound of the water and the dark color of the ocean in Northern California so I just couldn’t stop snapping away. I will be posting several groups of photos throughout today so I can purge my computer of the massive amount of photos from the trip. I hope you enjoy them!!! (ps. they were all shot with film…either fuji 400h, 160s, or kodak portra 400)

Below was, by far, the BEST blueberry brioche at a coffee shop called Coffee Bar.

In-n-out is necessary—no ifs ands or buts…it’s necessary. I always get a double double animal style AND (I can’t believe I’m publicly disclosing this…) fries animal style. Holy Cow.

Mmmmmmmmm…..greasy diner food. Yum!

I wish I could surf!

This is such a beautiful entrance to a home outside of Sausalito.

This sweet dog’s name is Stinson…like the beach and he is as sweet at peach pie.

The Sutro Baths is one of the coolest places to visit. This is what they used to look like! (click link)

There is a rock wall tunnel that goes through one of the big hills along the ocean. I felt like I was a little kid exploring. Tons of fun!

Ocean beach:

Not too bad of a place to clear your thoughts, right?

Sculpture garden in Napa.

A rainy day at Muir Beach.

Succulents are everrrrywhere there which happen to be my favorite plant. People always told me that they’re hard to kill…I actually have never had a hard time killing them (haha) but I still love them!

One day, perhaps when I’m 80, I will live in this house or on this hill.