tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-87522158806512025252024-02-07T06:25:10.671-08:00K Stone PhotographyUnknownnoreply@blogger.comBlogger243125tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8752215880651202525.post-43528840843021663802011-04-07T12:47:00.000-07:002011-04-07T15:09:22.500-07:00Head On Over To A New Blog!The rumors are true... I have launched a new blog! For almost a year now, I have been dreaming of a new blog, with some different features and a really clean look. And here it is -- I am giddy with excitement! It would be kind of fun if you wanted to share the new blog with some of your family and friends -- or maybe even bookmark it. Really, I would just be honored if you took a look! <br /><br />Without further ado: <a href="http://www.kstonephotoblog.com">www.kstonephotoblog.com</a><br /><br />Cheers! See you on the blog!Unknownnoreply@blogger.com1tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8752215880651202525.post-32300158950010854742011-04-05T15:45:00.000-07:002011-04-05T16:05:51.754-07:00Chico California Photographer: Dear Kenny...Dear Kenny, <br /><br />Thank you so much for your help. Thank you for giving up so many of your days off to photograph weddings. Thank you so much for never giving up on me, despite my craziness and emotional instability at times :) Thank you for learning the skill of photography, for teaching me how to be more creative, and for making sure that every family member makes it into the family photos at a wedding. Thank you for letting me drink starbucks all the time (seriously, you are so sweet). Thank you for serving the people around us so well and then taking the time to serve me. Thank you for making our life an adventure. Thank you for making me laugh so hard -- and for making the bridal party laugh when things get kind of hectic. Thank you for standing beside me, and leading me. <br />Thank you Kenny -- for everything. I am so proud to be your wife, friend and have you by my side at nearly every wedding. I think the world would agree -- I am one lucky girl! <br /><br />We stepped into the photo booth at our last wedding and well, I think we had a good time :) <br /><br /><a href="http://www.flickr.com/photos/61157417@N08/5593711126/" title="Untitled-1 copy by kstonephoto20, on Flickr"><img src="http://farm6.static.flickr.com/5306/5593711126_2c28c21380_b.jpg" width="804" height="600" alt="Untitled-1 copy"></a>Unknownnoreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8752215880651202525.post-46661943225580119162011-04-03T17:53:00.000-07:002011-04-03T18:17:05.863-07:00Chico California Wedding Photographer: Jeff and Julia Tease...I am so thankful to work with these two! Jeff and Julia are amazing people, with so much passion for God, and life together. They will be getting married in twenty seven days and I can't wait! <br /><br />This tease only begins to showcase their joy! <br /><br /><a href="http://www.flickr.com/photos/61157417@N08/5586786329/" title="IMG_0059 copy by kstonephoto20, on Flickr"><img src="http://farm6.static.flickr.com/5189/5586786329_6e0c20b412_b.jpg" width="799" height="533" alt="IMG_0059 copy"></a><br /><a href="http://www.flickr.com/photos/61157417@N08/5586786101/" title="IMG_0067 copy by kstonephoto20, on Flickr"><img src="http://farm6.static.flickr.com/5225/5586786101_24723b0a31_b.jpg" width="799" height="533" alt="IMG_0067 copy"></a>Unknownnoreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8752215880651202525.post-32195355512500875252011-04-01T14:28:00.000-07:002011-04-01T22:05:47.371-07:00Chico California Wedding Photographer: Levi and Heidi Tease...I can't even begin to tell you how much fun I had with these two yesterday. Heidi and Levi are the type of people that you want to be around -- just that great and totally down to earth! <br /><br />Cheers to the sunshine, Friday evening, and some quality time with people I love! <br /><br /><a href="http://www.flickr.com/photos/61157417@N08/5580700924/" title="IMG_9587 copy by kstonephoto20, on Flickr"><img src="http://farm6.static.flickr.com/5223/5580700924_1414be7248_b.jpg" width="799" height="533" alt="IMG_9587 copy"></a><br /><a href="http://www.flickr.com/photos/61157417@N08/5580693170/" title="IMG_9490 copy by kstonephoto20, on Flickr"><img src="http://farm6.static.flickr.com/5251/5580693170_0abc893531_b.jpg" width="799" height="533" alt="IMG_9490 copy"></a>Unknownnoreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8752215880651202525.post-7200243086263768302011-03-31T12:29:00.000-07:002011-04-01T13:29:33.404-07:00Chico California Photographer: Baby K Tease...Kaidyn is six weeks old -- and so precious! Meeting her yesterday and seeing her Mom was one of the highlights of my week. I can't say it enough -- I am blessed with the world's best clients. ever. ever. ever! <br /><br />Thank you so much for letting me do what I love! Kaidyn, you are so sweet! <br /><br /><a href="http://www.flickr.com/photos/61157417@N08/5577229591/" title="IMG_8395-2 copy by kstonephoto20, on Flickr"><img src="http://farm6.static.flickr.com/5175/5577229591_4571f54843_b.jpg" width="799" height="533" alt="IMG_8395-2 copy"></a>Unknownnoreply@blogger.com1tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8752215880651202525.post-13841685442057992362011-03-31T10:24:00.000-07:002011-03-31T12:15:25.595-07:00Chico California Portrait Photographer: L Family Tease...You think this little man is cute? Wait until you see his sisters! I am so blessed to work with the sweetest clients ever! <br /><br />Cheers to lots of editing and more photo sessions still to come! <br /><br /><a href="http://www.flickr.com/photos/61157417@N08/5577189755/" title="IMG_8760 copy by kstonephoto20, on Flickr"><img src="http://farm6.static.flickr.com/5142/5577189755_7ceec4a08f_b.jpg" width="799" height="533" alt="IMG_8760 copy"></a>Unknownnoreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8752215880651202525.post-54694691024452613092011-03-29T20:10:00.000-07:002011-03-30T09:15:52.014-07:00Chico California Senior Portrait Photographer: Hannah Tease...It was a nice change to photograph a senior session yesterday and Hannah is simply stunning.<br /><br />Cheers to a week full of wonderful sessions and the chai tea that keeps me going!<br /><br /><a href="http://www.flickr.com/photos/61157417@N08/5572752703/" title="IMG_7615 copy by kstonephoto20, on Flickr"><img src="http://farm6.static.flickr.com/5188/5572752703_5d1d333648_b.jpg" width="799" height="533" alt="IMG_7615 copy" /></a>Unknownnoreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8752215880651202525.post-78272742856262469252011-03-29T12:33:00.000-07:002011-03-29T15:44:47.983-07:00Chico California Wedding Photographer: Shoes...Well -- it is no secret -- I like shoes! I think there is something about a pair of heels or the sweetest pair of flats that just inspire me creatively. Believe it or not, I always start a wedding day, photographing the bride's shoes. <br /><br />I'm off to shoot a senior session -- and I'll be sporting some cute shoes for inspiration -- but not quite as cute as this bride's heels :) (More on these shoes later...) <br /><br /><a href="http://www.flickr.com/photos/61157417@N08/5571638961/" title="IMG_5987 copy by kstonephoto20, on Flickr"><img src="http://farm6.static.flickr.com/5179/5571638961_dfdeac1f88_b.jpg" width="799" height="533" alt="IMG_5987 copy" /></a>Unknownnoreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8752215880651202525.post-78637132887314909222011-03-27T13:41:00.000-07:002011-04-01T15:00:44.123-07:00Chico California Wedding Photographer: Paul and Bethany Tease...I am still processing so much of what happened yesterday -- as the weather turned from miserable wind and rains, to a sun-lit evening. God had His hand on this wedding day, that is for certain.<br />Paul and Bethany: I can hardly wait to unfold your story on my blog in the days to come. You are beautiful people!<br /><br />For now, this one caught my eye. It is truly just a tease from their day, but see how their smiles show so much!<br /><a href="http://www.flickr.com/photos/61157417@N08/5565118527/" title="IMG_6525 copy by kstonephoto20, on Flickr"><img src="http://farm6.static.flickr.com/5063/5565118527_4f3ba10f42_b.jpg" width="799" height="533" alt="IMG_6525 copy" /></a>Unknownnoreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8752215880651202525.post-85666180929000990242011-03-24T18:05:00.001-07:002011-03-24T18:54:55.159-07:00Chico California Wedding Photographer: Saturday...I think it is hard to know what to write on the world wide web. You never really know who reads your posts. My vulnerability is best seen behind the camera, where I take risks and pour my heart into the art that I am creating and the life that I am capturing. However, sometimes I just want to write. Today won't be one of those long winded conversations -- but I am asking you to join me in something wonderful.<br /><br />You see, I am praying. Praying for a break in this crazy weather. And while I would certainly love to see the sun for a dose of Vitamin D, I am praying because of this sweet couple below. You see, Saturday marks their wedding day. It is going to be a gorgeous affair -- outdoors, here in Chico. Bethany will be a radiant bride, and I know a beautiful spring day would mean the world to both of them! <br />So, I am praying for a "rainless" Saturday and am asking you to join me. The weather channel says rain, but I think God can work a miracle. What do you think? Will you join me? <br /> <br />I adore this couple and I can't wait to see what God will do on their wedding day. And just so you know, I will keep you posted :) <br /><br /><a href="http://www.flickr.com/photos/60854980@N04/5556970583/" title="IMG_4819 copy by kstonephoto2, on Flickr"><img src="http://farm6.static.flickr.com/5018/5556970583_cd33a4975d_b.jpg" width="799" height="533" alt="IMG_4819 copy" /></a>Unknownnoreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8752215880651202525.post-45634555418381349832011-03-24T15:16:00.000-07:002011-03-24T17:30:16.652-07:00Chico California Wedding Photographer: Billy and Bri's EngagementLast Friday I had the opportunity to work with Billy and Bri -- at Disneyland! <br />Billy is in the military, and currently stationed in Korea, so we had to take advantage of his two weeks at home. When we discovered that my trip to Mexico, would overlap with their trip to southern California, we quickly decided that Disneyland would be our meeting spot. And... it worked perfect! <br />Bri and Billy have a zeal for life. They laugh so easily and make everyone around them feel so comfortable. I loved being around them! <br />While shooting at Disneyland certainly held some challenges for me as an artist, I was surprised and excited to find so many spots with great light and less crowds :) They were such good sports as we hiked around all of disneyland! <br />Thank you Bri and Billy! I look forward to your wedding -- and to getting to know you more. What a joy to be at the happiest place on earth with the two of you! <br /><br />Here are just a few of my favorites from our session! <br />You guys are adorable! <br /><a href="http://www.flickr.com/photos/60854980@N04/5557132792/" title="Bri6 copy by kstonephoto2, on Flickr"><img src="http://farm6.static.flickr.com/5017/5557132792_cea6b4cebb_b.jpg" width="804" height="600" alt="Bri6 copy" /></a><br /><a href="http://www.flickr.com/photos/60854980@N04/5556728509/" title="IMG_5883 copy by kstonephoto2, on Flickr"><img src="http://farm6.static.flickr.com/5175/5556728509_014d7b9103_b.jpg" width="799" height="533" alt="IMG_5883 copy" /></a><br /><a href="http://www.flickr.com/photos/60854980@N04/5557162134/" title="Bri3 copy by kstonephoto2, on Flickr"><img src="http://farm6.static.flickr.com/5149/5557162134_8eda4291b8_b.jpg" width="804" height="600" alt="Bri3 copy" /></a><br /><a href="http://www.flickr.com/photos/60854980@N04/5557153420/" title="Bri4 copy by kstonephoto2, on Flickr"><img src="http://farm6.static.flickr.com/5022/5557153420_10fb003506_b.jpg" width="804" height="600" alt="Bri4 copy" /></a><br /><a href="http://www.flickr.com/photos/60854980@N04/5557132450/" title="IMG_5704 copy by kstonephoto2, on Flickr"><img src="http://farm6.static.flickr.com/5292/5557132450_c80d59f551_b.jpg" width="799" height="533" alt="IMG_5704 copy" /></a><br /><a href="http://www.flickr.com/photos/60854980@N04/5557276298/" title="IMG_5723 copy by kstonephoto2, on Flickr"><img src="http://farm6.static.flickr.com/5253/5557276298_608b57b4af_b.jpg" width="799" height="533" alt="IMG_5723 copy" /></a><br /><a href="http://www.flickr.com/photos/60854980@N04/5557153484/" title="Bri5 copy by kstonephoto2, on Flickr"><img src="http://farm6.static.flickr.com/5264/5557153484_974636ba3b_b.jpg" width="804" height="600" alt="Bri5 copy" /></a><br /><a href="http://www.flickr.com/photos/60854980@N04/5557153242/" title="Bri2 copy by kstonephoto2, on Flickr"><img src="http://farm6.static.flickr.com/5136/5557153242_0338c095ce_b.jpg" width="804" height="600" alt="Bri2 copy" /></a><br /><br /><br />Don't you just love how happy they are?<br /><a href="http://www.flickr.com/photos/60854980@N04/5557132576/" title="IMG_5476 copy by kstonephoto2, on Flickr"><img src="http://farm6.static.flickr.com/5227/5557132576_f87f00296c_b.jpg" width="799" height="533" alt="IMG_5476 copy" /></a>Unknownnoreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8752215880651202525.post-31254813330775075322011-03-23T15:14:00.000-07:002011-03-23T17:12:46.420-07:00Chico California Portrait Photographer: M FamilyMy tan from Mexico is quickly fading, as I watch the water pour down outside :) It has been a really strange week of weather here in Chico. Lots of rain, and it feels really cold outside. Maybe the eighty five degree weather in Mexico spoiled me. <br />Anyway, because of the weather, most of my sessions have been rescheduled and I am catching up on TONS of editing! <br /><br />This little girl and her sweet parents, had a quick session with me before I left for Mexico. I always appreciate meeting new people and hearing some of their story. Brooke is a beatiful blonde and will be a wonderful big sister in the near future :) <br /><br />Cheers to rain and chai tea and catching up on my office work! For those of you waiting on an email from me -- that is next on my list :) Look for a session from the happiest place on earth, in the very near future! <br /><br /><a href="http://www.flickr.com/photos/60854980@N04/5554583438/" title="Katie1 copy by kstonephoto2, on Flickr"><img src="http://farm6.static.flickr.com/5226/5554583438_ae5b308537_b.jpg" width="804" height="600" alt="Katie1 copy" /></a><br /><a href="http://www.flickr.com/photos/60854980@N04/5554583518/" title="Katie3 copy by kstonephoto2, on Flickr"><img src="http://farm6.static.flickr.com/5294/5554583518_3085522f24_b.jpg" width="804" height="600" alt="Katie3 copy" /></a><br /><a href="http://www.flickr.com/photos/60854980@N04/5554522428/" title="IMG_2656 copy by kstonephoto2, on Flickr"><img src="http://farm6.static.flickr.com/5063/5554522428_9754674454_b.jpg" width="799" height="533" alt="IMG_2656 copy" /></a><br /><a href="http://www.flickr.com/photos/60854980@N04/5553938053/" title="IMG_2690 copy by kstonephoto2, on Flickr"><img src="http://farm6.static.flickr.com/5176/5553938053_5ebae61347_b.jpg" width="799" height="533" alt="IMG_2690 copy" /></a>Unknownnoreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8752215880651202525.post-32674395417374525332011-03-20T19:14:00.001-07:002011-03-20T19:45:16.001-07:00Chico California Photographer: Some Thoughts from Mexico...We spent the last week with eighty seven people, building homes in Mexico. It was a beautiful adventure, with a lot of powerful moments that I got to capture behind the camera. (Granted, I am not naturally gifted at roughing it in the middle of the desert, so being home never felt better :)) <br />Tonight, I just wanted to share a few of my favorite details. I have not even had time to cull through all of the photos, but these ones stuck out to me from the start. As you are starting to see, I love the abstract details and Mexico is full of so many great colors!<br />I know it is simply a tease and doesn't even begin to show the work and emotions that went into this trip, so bear with me as I will show more from the trip in the coming weeks. <br />On another note -- the blog will start to be full -- so please keep in touch! I will have so many beautiful people and weddings to show you soon! Cheers to Monday and a couple days off! Kenny and I will be catching up on some much needed rest -- and of course some of our favorite shows like Survivor and The Amazing Race! <br /><br /><a href="http://www.flickr.com/photos/60854980@N04/5544857171/" title="IMG_3256 copy by kstonephoto2, on Flickr"><img src="http://farm6.static.flickr.com/5095/5544857171_8a008c0ab9_b.jpg" width="799" height="533" alt="IMG_3256 copy" /></a><br /><a href="http://www.flickr.com/photos/60854980@N04/5545435958/" title="IMG_3832 copy by kstonephoto2, on Flickr"><img src="http://farm6.static.flickr.com/5020/5545435958_7ae54eb956_b.jpg" width="799" height="533" alt="IMG_3832 copy" /></a><br /><a href="http://www.flickr.com/photos/60854980@N04/5544891977/" title="Mexico1 copy by kstonephoto2, on Flickr"><img src="http://farm6.static.flickr.com/5297/5544891977_64a1372a77_b.jpg" width="804" height="600" alt="Mexico1 copy" /></a><br /><br /><a href="http://www.flickr.com/photos/60854980@N04/5545438130/" title="mexico2 copy by kstonephoto2, on Flickr"><img src="http://farm6.static.flickr.com/5293/5545438130_70fdc6dbbe_b.jpg" width="804" height="600" alt="mexico2 copy" /></a><br /><a href="http://www.flickr.com/photos/60854980@N04/5545437204/" title="Copy of IMG_3958 copy by kstonephoto2, on Flickr"><img src="http://farm6.static.flickr.com/5014/5545437204_ab1cfbce8a_b.jpg" width="799" height="533" alt="Copy of IMG_3958 copy" /></a><br /><br />The outside of the church. We built a home and sunday school classrooms across the street from here.<br /><a href="http://www.flickr.com/photos/60854980@N04/5544855775/" title="IMG_3949 copy by kstonephoto2, on Flickr"><img src="http://farm6.static.flickr.com/5014/5544855775_b1aff519dd_b.jpg" width="799" height="533" alt="IMG_3949 copy" /></a><br /><br />And of course.... my addiction to photographing chairs continues... <br /><a href="http://www.flickr.com/photos/60854980@N04/5545438466/" title="Mexico3 copy by kstonephoto2, on Flickr"><img src="http://farm6.static.flickr.com/5056/5545438466_31fa725d73_b.jpg" width="804" height="600" alt="Mexico3 copy" /></a>Unknownnoreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8752215880651202525.post-63406614498615162682011-03-18T14:34:00.000-07:002011-03-18T15:08:49.311-07:00Chico California Wedding Photographer: Billy and Brianna Tease...Well friends, I am back in the wonderful state of California -- back from building homes in Mexico. Photos from this great adventure are coming soon. <br />For now, we are at Disneyland with our team and I may have managed to sneak in an engagement session this morning at the happiest place on earth!<br />Brianna and Billy, you are wonderful people! I can't wait to showcase more from your session! <br /><br /><a href="http://www.flickr.com/photos/53764201@N04/5538454780/" title="IMG_5713 copy by kstonephoto1, on Flickr"><img src="http://farm6.static.flickr.com/5219/5538454780_177f482fd8_b.jpg" width="799" height="533" alt="IMG_5713 copy" /></a>Unknownnoreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8752215880651202525.post-22960214848134532112011-03-11T22:24:00.000-08:002011-03-11T22:48:38.968-08:00Chico California Portrait Photographer: Brooke Tease...You don't get much cuter than this! Meet little Brooke. I met her sweet family this afternoon and just could not get enough of her cuteness on film :) <br /><br />Well, I am off to Mexico, to serve alongside ninety other people for the week. It will be a wonderful adventure, but I look forward to coming home and working with so many of you in the coming weeks and months! Cheers to all of you -- I am so, so grateful for your investment in my work and my life! See you on the blog soon! <br /><br /><a href="http://www.flickr.com/photos/53764201@N04/5519282874/" title="IMG_2691-2 copy by kstonephoto1, on Flickr"><img src="http://farm6.static.flickr.com/5094/5519282874_38a47074fb_b.jpg" width="799" height="533" alt="IMG_2691-2 copy" /></a><br /><a href="http://www.flickr.com/photos/53764201@N04/5519308456/" title="IMG_2773 copy by kstonephoto1, on Flickr"><img src="http://farm6.static.flickr.com/5215/5519308456_10500bc460_b.jpg" width="799" height="533" alt="IMG_2773 copy" /></a>Unknownnoreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8752215880651202525.post-31186727393710350502011-03-10T23:20:00.000-08:002011-03-11T13:30:42.237-08:00Chico California Wedding Photographer: Chris and MalloryChris and Mallory met in class -- and from the moment they discovered they lived in the same dorm, they just clicked. They would find themselves waiting for each other at the dorm, just to walk to class together. Soon after, they started dating and as you can tell, they are perfect for each other. Chris asked Mallory to marry him this year and she said yes! I have not known the two of them long, but I already just love them! <br />Enjoy a look at these photos from their engagement session -- I can hardly wait until their wedding! It will be gorgeous!<br /><br />As for this photo, we started the session here -- and soon discovered that the horses love attention! <br /><a href="http://www.flickr.com/photos/53764201@N04/5517023938/" title="IMG_1637 copy by kstonephoto1, on Flickr"><img src="http://farm6.static.flickr.com/5260/5517023938_aa6b702a0d_b.jpg" width="799" height="533" alt="IMG_1637 copy" /></a><br /><br />I love their style! <br /><a href="http://www.flickr.com/photos/53764201@N04/5517689617/" title="IMG_1678 copy by kstonephoto1, on Flickr"><img src="http://farm6.static.flickr.com/5139/5517689617_2a977e0709_b.jpg" width="799" height="533" alt="IMG_1678 copy" /></a><br /><a href="http://www.flickr.com/photos/53764201@N04/5517690027/" title="IMG_1689 copy by kstonephoto1, on Flickr"><img src="http://farm6.static.flickr.com/5218/5517690027_85780bd047_b.jpg" width="799" height="533" alt="IMG_1689 copy" /></a><br /><a href="http://www.flickr.com/photos/53764201@N04/5517024956/" title="Lyons1 copy by kstonephoto1, on Flickr"><img src="http://farm6.static.flickr.com/5138/5517024956_054c656c7e_b.jpg" width="804" height="600" alt="Lyons1 copy" /></a><br /><a href="http://www.flickr.com/photos/53764201@N04/5518380026/" title="IMG_1782-2 copy by kstonephoto1, on Flickr"><img src="http://farm6.static.flickr.com/5177/5518380026_2ca9fb6f56_b.jpg" width="799" height="533" alt="IMG_1782-2 copy" /></a><br /><a href="http://www.flickr.com/photos/53764201@N04/5516434715/" title="IMG_1827 copy by kstonephoto1, on Flickr"><img src="http://farm6.static.flickr.com/5173/5516434715_f7a95ea406_b.jpg" width="799" height="533" alt="IMG_1827 copy" /></a><br /><a href="http://www.flickr.com/photos/53764201@N04/5516435311/" title="Lyons2 copy by kstonephoto1, on Flickr"><img src="http://farm6.static.flickr.com/5260/5516435311_3c1e7c7d50_b.jpg" width="804" height="600" alt="Lyons2 copy" /></a><br /><br />They are too sweet, huh? <br /><a href="http://www.flickr.com/photos/53764201@N04/5517811661/" title="IMG_1846 copy by kstonephoto1, on Flickr"><img src="http://farm6.static.flickr.com/5171/5517811661_2f1313442e_b.jpg" width="799" height="533" alt="IMG_1846 copy" /></a><br /><a href="http://www.flickr.com/photos/53764201@N04/5518282130/" title="IMG_1853-2 copy by kstonephoto1, on Flickr"><img src="http://farm6.static.flickr.com/5058/5518282130_51d3795646_b.jpg" width="799" height="533" alt="IMG_1853-2 copy" /></a><br /><br />The location of our session was an amazing private residence! <br /><a href="http://www.flickr.com/photos/53764201@N04/5517025466/" title="Lyons4 copy by kstonephoto1, on Flickr"><img src="http://farm6.static.flickr.com/5299/5517025466_f41da97171_b.jpg" width="804" height="600" alt="Lyons4 copy" /></a><br /><br />Do you not love this lifeguard stand? <br /><a href="http://www.flickr.com/photos/53764201@N04/5516436147/" title="Lyons3 copy by kstonephoto1, on Flickr"><img src="http://farm6.static.flickr.com/5174/5516436147_20a8fc940c_b.jpg" width="804" height="600" alt="Lyons3 copy" /></a><br /><a href="http://www.flickr.com/photos/53764201@N04/5516436003/" title="IMG_2214 copy by kstonephoto1, on Flickr"><img src="http://farm6.static.flickr.com/5097/5516436003_3f6294a084_b.jpg" width="799" height="533" alt="IMG_2214 copy" /></a><br /><br />Mallory, you are beautiful!<br /><a href="http://www.flickr.com/photos/53764201@N04/5516436281/" title="IMG_2188 copy by kstonephoto1, on Flickr"><img src="http://farm6.static.flickr.com/5176/5516436281_5e1bed4ab5_b.jpg" width="799" height="533" alt="IMG_2188 copy" /></a><br /><a href="http://www.flickr.com/photos/53764201@N04/5517026338/" title="IMG_2258-2 copy by kstonephoto1, on Flickr"><img src="http://farm6.static.flickr.com/5011/5517026338_4dae1553a4_b.jpg" width="799" height="533" alt="IMG_2258-2 copy" /></a><br /><a href="http://www.flickr.com/photos/53764201@N04/5518281778/" title="IMG_2149-2 copy by kstonephoto1, on Flickr"><img src="http://farm6.static.flickr.com/5260/5518281778_eb422cea3e_b.jpg" width="799" height="533" alt="IMG_2149-2 copy" /></a><br /><br />Their sweet dog, Lenny, was a part of the session. He is a mover and a shaker :) <br /><a href="http://www.flickr.com/photos/53764201@N04/5517690549/" title="IMG_2301-2 copy by kstonephoto1, on Flickr"><img src="http://farm6.static.flickr.com/5014/5517690549_329e262151_b.jpg" width="799" height="533" alt="IMG_2301-2 copy" /></a><br /><br />We ended the session with a couple sweet photos as Lenny ran around behind us...<br /><a href="http://www.flickr.com/photos/53764201@N04/5517788311/" title="IMG_2330 copy by kstonephoto1, on Flickr"><img src="http://farm6.static.flickr.com/5138/5517788311_82411c5f04_b.jpg" width="799" height="533" alt="IMG_2330 copy" /></a><br /><a href="http://www.flickr.com/photos/53764201@N04/5518328242/" title="Lyons9 copy by kstonephoto1, on Flickr"><img src="http://farm6.static.flickr.com/5257/5518328242_76bb0957be_b.jpg" width="804" height="600" alt="Lyons9 copy" /></a><br /><br />Cheers to Friday! Have a great weekend everyone!Unknownnoreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8752215880651202525.post-26360392664728744952011-03-09T16:09:00.001-08:002011-03-09T16:55:39.016-08:00Chico California Wedding Photographer: My Crazy Life...Well -- It's official: I have not been writing four blog posts per week. This is so disappointing for me to admit, however maybe, just maybe, I have some valid excuses: <br /><br />First, I caught something terrible a couple weeks ago. It left me sick for almost two weeks. Don't worry though -- Five days of antibiotics later, I am healthy once again :) <br />Also, my world is currently spinning, as I am wrapping up engagement sessions and turning the corner towards wedding season. I am also learning that in Chico, students schedule their senior portaits in the spring, rather than the fall, as I am used to. This makes my scheduling even more busy right now, but oh so fun! <br />And finally, I am trying to pack and prepare for a week long trip to Mexico where I will certainly be roughing it (porta-potty's only: However I will manage to sleep in a trailer rather than a tent). We will be building homes and serving alongside ninety students and volunteers from our church. Kenny is in charge of the trip this year, making our life a little crazy :) <br /><br />Ok -- so there you have it. My excuses. I am sorry I have been so absent from my blog. It will be getting more attention sometime in the near future :) <br /><br />For now, enjoy one more tease from this sweet couple. Just wait -- their full session will be blogged before I leave, I promise :) Cheers to all of you who keep up with my craziness!<br /><br /><a href="http://www.flickr.com/photos/53764201@N04/5513116847/" title="IMG_1780 copy by kstonephoto1, on Flickr"><img src="http://farm6.static.flickr.com/5092/5513116847_38999de4bc_b.jpg" width="799" height="533" alt="IMG_1780 copy" /></a>Unknownnoreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8752215880651202525.post-27634374451521577542011-03-05T21:10:00.000-08:002011-03-09T18:12:18.420-08:00Chico California Wedding Photographer: Chris and Mallory Tease...Oh my, this is only a small glimpse into my time with this beautiful couple... <br /><br /><a href="http://www.flickr.com/photos/53764201@N04/5513235478/" title="IMG_1693 copy1 copy by kstonephoto1, on Flickr"><img src="http://farm6.static.flickr.com/5173/5513235478_ee5a3908fd_b.jpg" width="799" height="533" alt="IMG_1693 copy1 copy" /></a>Unknownnoreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8752215880651202525.post-65952196451832722542011-03-04T12:33:00.000-08:002011-03-04T14:19:25.611-08:00Chico California Business Photography: Savannah JamesSavannah James is one of my favorite local stores in Chico. The owner is a designer -- and as you can tell, her style is amazing! I was honored to capture some of their details yesterday! <br />You can check them out on facebook <a href="http://www.facebook.com/#!/pages/Savannah-James/55296971846">here</a> and their website is up and coming, so look forward to that! <br />For all my brides out there: You can register at Savannah James! If I were a bride --I definitely would :) And, she has tons of great stuff for wedding decor and gifts as well. Oh gosh, I think I wish I should get married again (to Kenny, of course). <br />Enjoy all these details and cheers to Friday and so many great things ahead! <br /><br /><a href="http://www.flickr.com/photos/53764201@N04/5497297449/" title="IMG_1543 copy by kstonephoto1, on Flickr"><img src="http://farm6.static.flickr.com/5174/5497297449_9b509c4a22_b.jpg" width="799" height="533" alt="IMG_1543 copy" /></a><br /><a href="http://www.flickr.com/photos/53764201@N04/5497297989/" title="James6 copy by kstonephoto1, on Flickr"><img src="http://farm6.static.flickr.com/5131/5497297989_618030dd3a_b.jpg" width="804" height="600" alt="James6 copy" /></a><br /><a href="http://www.flickr.com/photos/53764201@N04/5497297501/" title="IMG_1541 copy by kstonephoto1, on Flickr"><img src="http://farm6.static.flickr.com/5260/5497297501_c97bcc437b_b.jpg" width="799" height="533" alt="IMG_1541 copy" /></a><br /><a href="http://www.flickr.com/photos/53764201@N04/5497297817/" title="James2 copy by kstonephoto1, on Flickr"><img src="http://farm6.static.flickr.com/5260/5497297817_5cd4faa006_b.jpg" width="804" height="600" alt="James2 copy" /></a><br /><a href="http://www.flickr.com/photos/53764201@N04/5497297669/" title="IMG_1300 copy by kstonephoto1, on Flickr"><img src="http://farm6.static.flickr.com/5219/5497297669_6330b7f09e_b.jpg" width="799" height="533" alt="IMG_1300 copy" /></a><br /><br />If you haven't been to Savannah James -- I would highly recommend a visit. They are located downtown, on Broadway. <br /><a href="http://www.flickr.com/photos/53764201@N04/5497297869/" title="James3 copy by kstonephoto1, on Flickr"><img src="http://farm6.static.flickr.com/5217/5497297869_62a4650f9d_b.jpg" width="804" height="600" alt="James3 copy" /></a><br /><a href="http://www.flickr.com/photos/53764201@N04/5497297565/" title="IMG_1449 copy by kstonephoto1, on Flickr"><img src="http://farm6.static.flickr.com/5093/5497297565_c6830e89ce_b.jpg" width="799" height="533" alt="IMG_1449 copy" /></a><br /><a href="http://www.flickr.com/photos/53764201@N04/5497891552/" title="James5 copy by kstonephoto1, on Flickr"><img src="http://farm6.static.flickr.com/5132/5497891552_861654021e_b.jpg" width="804" height="600" alt="James5 copy" /></a><br /><br />I am telling you -- I like her style! <br /><a href="http://www.flickr.com/photos/53764201@N04/5497891236/" title="IMG_1480-3 copy by kstonephoto1, on Flickr"><img src="http://farm6.static.flickr.com/5176/5497891236_cdf99614f8_b.jpg" width="799" height="533" alt="IMG_1480-3 copy" /></a><br /><a href="http://www.flickr.com/photos/53764201@N04/5497940898/" title="James8 copy by kstonephoto1, on Flickr"><img src="http://farm6.static.flickr.com/5252/5497940898_82150e19e5_b.jpg" width="804" height="600" alt="James8 copy" /></a><br /><br />There are so many sweet things for nurseries and toddler rooms...<br /><a href="http://www.flickr.com/photos/53764201@N04/5497940938/" title="IMG_1370-2 copy by kstonephoto1, on Flickr"><img src="http://farm6.static.flickr.com/5056/5497940938_cee0469e2b_b.jpg" width="799" height="533" alt="IMG_1370-2 copy" /></a><br /><a href="http://www.flickr.com/photos/53764201@N04/5497297763/" title="James1 copy by kstonephoto1, on Flickr"><img src="http://farm6.static.flickr.com/5053/5497297763_fc11b91079_b.jpg" width="804" height="600" alt="James1 copy" /></a><br /><br />She has a birthday section right now -- with all sorts of goodies. So fun! <br /><a href="http://www.flickr.com/photos/53764201@N04/5497891366/" title="IMG_1231 copy by kstonephoto1, on Flickr"><img src="http://farm6.static.flickr.com/5215/5497891366_119451116f_b.jpg" width="799" height="533" alt="IMG_1231 copy" /></a><br /><a href="http://www.flickr.com/photos/53764201@N04/5497926658/" title="James7 copy by kstonephoto1, on Flickr"><img src="http://farm6.static.flickr.com/5218/5497926658_63220a3552_b.jpg" width="804" height="600" alt="James7 copy" /></a><br /><br />And finally -- as you can see, the antique furniture is one of a kind. I don't think you want to miss it!<br /><a href="http://www.flickr.com/photos/53764201@N04/5497395261/" title="Savannah2 copy by kstonephoto1, on Flickr"><img src="http://farm6.static.flickr.com/5215/5497395261_46bc6bfa00_b.jpg" width="804" height="600" alt="Savannah2 copy" /></a><br /><a href="http://www.flickr.com/photos/53764201@N04/5497297607/" title="IMG_1396-2 copy by kstonephoto1, on Flickr"><img src="http://farm6.static.flickr.com/5137/5497297607_6ae775fd1c_b.jpg" width="799" height="533" alt="IMG_1396-2 copy" /></a>Unknownnoreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8752215880651202525.post-57461838353019204592011-03-01T12:07:00.000-08:002011-03-01T16:13:58.874-08:00Chico California Photographer: An Open Chair...As I was culling through my images from an event the other night, I came across this photograph, just a regular chair, waiting to be discovered. <br /><br />And that made me think, there are open chairs all around me: Beautiful chairs and worn down chairs, folding chairs and those rare treasured chairs, that you would give nearly anything to sit in. And for some reason... I can't help, but photograph these chairs. <br /><br />You know what's funny -- I don't think it is the chairs that really matter. It is the invitation that the chair holds: to just be. And that is the invitation that I give you. Because when you sit awhile, there are stories to be told. <br /><br />So I inivite you. Take a seat, kick your feet up, and let me begin to tell a bit of your story. There's an open chair waiting for you :) <br /><br /><br /><a href="http://www.flickr.com/photos/53764201@N04/5489311867/" title="IMG_1076 copy by kstonephoto1, on Flickr"><img src="http://farm6.static.flickr.com/5178/5489311867_e07ef31bfd_b.jpg" width="799" height="533" alt="IMG_1076 copy" /></a><br /><a href="http://www.flickr.com/photos/53764201@N04/5490005818/" title="Chair copy by kstonephoto1, on Flickr"><img src="http://farm6.static.flickr.com/5255/5490005818_f910c11e00_b.jpg" width="804" height="600" alt="Chair copy" /></a><br /><a href="http://www.flickr.com/photos/53764201@N04/5490005764/" title="IMG_4057 copy by kstonephoto1, on Flickr"><img src="http://farm6.static.flickr.com/5257/5490005764_0e17691b9e_b.jpg" width="799" height="533" alt="IMG_4057 copy" /></a>Unknownnoreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8752215880651202525.post-26483488978370137552011-02-24T16:46:00.000-08:002011-02-25T11:35:32.200-08:00Chico California Photographer: Inside My Living RoomFor many years, I have been hoping for an armoire. It was one of those pieces of furniture that wasn't totally necessary, but in the back of my mind, I never gave up looking for a good one. After years of looking on Craigslist and going back and forth on how much to spend on such a piece of furniture, we finally caved and found just the perfect piece. <br />And, I am so excited about the end result. It is beautiful to me. It compliments our style really well. As you will see, my style is very neutral... And I like that. It is simple. So, here are just a couple photos -- a small glimpse into our living room and the newest "furniture investment" in the Stone household. <br /><br />Cheers to Friday! We are on our fifth day of illness in the Stone family, and I am praying for some relief soon. It sure makes me thankful for the health that we usually have :) <br /><br /><a href="http://www.flickr.com/photos/53764201@N04/5475284286/" title="Home1 copy by kstonephoto1, on Flickr"><img src="http://farm6.static.flickr.com/5217/5475284286_e676c794c9_b.jpg" width="804" height="600" alt="Home1 copy" /></a><br /><a href="http://www.flickr.com/photos/53764201@N04/5474686911/" title="Home2 copy by kstonephoto1, on Flickr"><img src="http://farm6.static.flickr.com/5133/5474686911_3500b6ec81_b.jpg" width="804" height="600" alt="Home2 copy" /></a>Unknownnoreply@blogger.com1tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8752215880651202525.post-1227750591459631562011-02-24T13:36:00.000-08:002011-02-24T14:13:51.438-08:00Chico California Business Photography: Fleet FeetLast week, I got to work with Fleet Feet in downtown Chico. Talk about an awesome concept and store. Seriously, whether you are a marathon runner or you walk even just a little bit, this company has so much to offer, from shoes to retail. The owners have done an amazing job of building the Fleet Feet brand. You can find them on the web <a href="http://www.fleetfeetchico.com/">here</a> or on facebook <a href="http://www.facebook.com/#!/FleetFeetChico">here</a>. <br /><br />The "shoe wall" in itself, is just amazing! They spend a lot of time with each customer, fitting exactly the right shoe to both need and style. It is pretty cool to watch. <br /><a href="http://www.flickr.com/photos/53764201@N04/5474288181/" title="IMG_0700-2 copy by kstonephoto1, on Flickr"><img src="http://farm6.static.flickr.com/5220/5474288181_bf4026cc9f_b.jpg" width="799" height="533" alt="IMG_0700-2 copy" /></a><br /><a href="http://www.flickr.com/photos/53764201@N04/5474288147/" title="fleet2 copy by kstonephoto1, on Flickr"><img src="http://farm6.static.flickr.com/5258/5474288147_70890ab06b_b.jpg" width="804" height="600" alt="fleet2 copy" /></a><br /><a href="http://www.flickr.com/photos/53764201@N04/5474288307/" title="IMG_0461 copy by kstonephoto1, on Flickr"><img src="http://farm6.static.flickr.com/5176/5474288307_fd91ce82c6_b.jpg" width="799" height="533" alt="IMG_0461 copy" /></a><br /><br />The apparel is really high quality -- only the best for anyone who is active.<br /><a href="http://www.flickr.com/photos/53764201@N04/5474884636/" title="Fleet4 copy by kstonephoto1, on Flickr"><img src="http://farm6.static.flickr.com/5298/5474884636_8108cb8f56_b.jpg" width="804" height="600" alt="Fleet4 copy" /></a><br /><a href="http://www.flickr.com/photos/53764201@N04/5474288417/" title="Fleet6 copy by kstonephoto1, on Flickr"><img src="http://farm6.static.flickr.com/5014/5474288417_450d1346bb_b.jpg" width="804" height="600" alt="Fleet6 copy" /></a><br /><a href="http://www.flickr.com/photos/53764201@N04/5474288211/" title="IMG_0503 copy by kstonephoto1, on Flickr"><img src="http://farm6.static.flickr.com/5292/5474288211_eb5cf3287c_b.jpg" width="799" height="533" alt="IMG_0503 copy" /></a><br /><a href="http://www.flickr.com/photos/53764201@N04/5474300157/" title="Fleet3 copy by kstonephoto1, on Flickr"><img src="http://farm6.static.flickr.com/5137/5474300157_0aeddd7979_b.jpg" width="804" height="600" alt="Fleet3 copy" /></a>Unknownnoreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8752215880651202525.post-17190918786930537592011-02-23T14:56:00.001-08:002011-02-23T15:36:30.092-08:00Chico California Wedding Photographer: CountdownI have been very under the weather this week, I mean wow, I have not been this sick in awhile. So, I apologize in the lack of posts. <br />I have had a lot of time to think about the upcoming wedding season and wanted to share with you a countdown to each couple's glorious day. I am oh so excited for what is to come! <br /><br /><em>Paul and Bethany: 30 Days<br />Adrian and Adree: 50 Days<br />Jeff and Julia: 65 Days<br />Scott and Rebekah: 79 Day<br />Chris and Mallory: 94 Days<br />Chris and Katie: 100 Days<br />Jared and Ashley: 107 Days<br />Levi and Heidi: 122 Days<br />Matt and Crystal: 128 Days<br />Simon and Veronika: 197 Days <br />Bobby and Lauren: 205 Days<br />JT and Maddie: 219 Days<br />Jon and Moryah: 260 Days</em><br /><br /><a href="http://www.flickr.com/photos/53764201@N04/5471867739/" title="Wedding Day copy by kstonephoto1, on Flickr"><img src="http://farm6.static.flickr.com/5211/5471867739_4023a49707_b.jpg" width="804" height="600" alt="Wedding Day copy" /></a>Unknownnoreply@blogger.com3tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8752215880651202525.post-49222280015570309742011-02-15T12:09:00.000-08:002011-02-15T16:16:43.168-08:00Chico California Photographer: What is My Style?I am asked this question all the time: What is your style? <br />I pondered this so much over the years, especially as my work began to evolve. It has been in the past twelve months that I finally understand what I love most, what is my style: <br /><br />To produce beautiful images, straight out of my camera. <br /><br />To spend a small amount of time in my "digital darkrooms", editing my photos. <br /><br />Really, all I want to do -- <em>is make life, look real, right inside my camera</em>. <br /><br /><br />And because a post is so much better with a photo... And this happens to be one of my all time favorite sessions: <br /><br /><a href="http://www.flickr.com/photos/53764201@N04/5449534984/" title="IMG_8412 copy by kstonephoto1, on Flickr"><img src="http://farm5.static.flickr.com/4109/5449534984_3d9c2a0819_b.jpg" width="799" height="533" alt="IMG_8412 copy" /></a>Unknownnoreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8752215880651202525.post-28529703924222272802011-02-11T11:30:00.000-08:002011-02-12T09:40:13.718-08:00Chico California Portrait Photographer: Ryan, Megan and EthanI think it is fitting to have a post with this sweet family today as it has been nearly one year since Kenny and I moved to Chico. At this time last year, Ryan and Megan invited us in as roomates. Little did they know, they would have to put up with us for almost three months. You have to be pretty amazing to live with Kenny and I for that long -- and let me tell you, they are! Now they have sweet Ethan. <br />All that to say, I am so grateful for Ryan and Megan and Ethan. Documenting their pregnancy through Ethan's four months has been wonderful. They are great parents -- and Ethan is a bundle of cuteness... I know you will be seeing more of this little guy. <br /><br />We started the session in their home, just hanging out... <br /><a href="http://www.flickr.com/photos/53764201@N04/5436391555/" title="IMG_1258 copy by kstonephoto1, on Flickr"><img src="http://farm6.static.flickr.com/5051/5436391555_6e2fbf0488_b.jpg" width="799" height="533" alt="IMG_1258 copy" /></a><br /><a href="http://www.flickr.com/photos/53764201@N04/5436391647/" title="IMG_1224 copy by kstonephoto1, on Flickr"><img src="http://farm6.static.flickr.com/5293/5436391647_acaf57b5fc_b.jpg" width="799" height="533" alt="IMG_1224 copy" /></a><br /><a href="http://www.flickr.com/photos/53764201@N04/5383630704/" title="IMG_1268 copy by kstonephoto1, on Flickr"><img src="http://farm6.static.flickr.com/5086/5383630704_355acb66bf_b.jpg" width="799" height="533" alt="IMG_1268 copy" /></a><br /><br />They are such good parents... <br /><a href="http://www.flickr.com/photos/53764201@N04/5436391755/" title="IMG_1110 copy by kstonephoto1, on Flickr"><img src="http://farm6.static.flickr.com/5017/5436391755_a087c1c9bf_b.jpg" width="799" height="533" alt="IMG_1110 copy" /></a><br /><a href="http://www.flickr.com/photos/53764201@N04/5436449805/" title="IMG_1190 copy by kstonephoto1, on Flickr"><img src="http://farm6.static.flickr.com/5137/5436449805_7638a8e4b0_b.jpg" width="799" height="533" alt="IMG_1190 copy" /></a><br /><a href="http://www.flickr.com/photos/53764201@N04/5437002730/" title="IMG_1102 copy by kstonephoto1, on Flickr"><img src="http://farm6.static.flickr.com/5293/5437002730_c0fffb0b08_b.jpg" width="799" height="533" alt="IMG_1102 copy" /></a><br /><br />Poor little man -- there is nothing worse than a camera in your face. <br /><a href="http://www.flickr.com/photos/53764201@N04/5437097116/" title="IMG_1042 copy by kstonephoto1, on Flickr"><img src="http://farm6.static.flickr.com/5056/5437097116_295e217e18_b.jpg" width="799" height="533" alt="IMG_1042 copy" /></a><br />Not to worry, he calmed right down in his Mom's arms... <br /><a href="http://www.flickr.com/photos/53764201@N04/5437002884/" title="IMG_1303 copy by kstonephoto1, on Flickr"><img src="http://farm6.static.flickr.com/5011/5437002884_a7387a202e_b.jpg" width="799" height="533" alt="IMG_1303 copy" /></a><br /><br />We went to a location outside and Ethan loved it.... They are a beautiful family, huh? <br /><a href="http://www.flickr.com/photos/53764201@N04/5437002666/" title="IMG_1435 copy by kstonephoto1, on Flickr"><img src="http://farm6.static.flickr.com/5220/5437002666_3532aa83e1_b.jpg" width="799" height="533" alt="IMG_1435 copy" /></a><br /><a href="http://www.flickr.com/photos/53764201@N04/5437003180/" title="Gulby1 copy by kstonephoto1, on Flickr"><img src="http://farm6.static.flickr.com/5100/5437003180_1873f6044a_b.jpg" width="804" height="600" alt="Gulby1 copy" /></a><br /><a href="http://www.flickr.com/photos/53764201@N04/5436391513/" title="IMG_1424 copy by kstonephoto1, on Flickr"><img src="http://farm6.static.flickr.com/5219/5436391513_e287fbd172_b.jpg" width="799" height="533" alt="IMG_1424 copy" /></a><br /><a href="http://www.flickr.com/photos/53764201@N04/5437003276/" title="Gulby2 copy by kstonephoto1, on Flickr"><img src="http://farm6.static.flickr.com/5134/5437003276_dd6e312b1f_b.jpg" width="804" height="600" alt="Gulby2 copy" /></a><br /><br />So cute...<br /><a href="http://www.flickr.com/photos/53764201@N04/5437050042/" title="IMG_1453-2 copy by kstonephoto1, on Flickr"><img src="http://farm6.static.flickr.com/5055/5437050042_077223083b_b.jpg" width="799" height="533" alt="IMG_1453-2 copy" /></a><br /><a href="http://www.flickr.com/photos/53764201@N04/5437003334/" title="Gulby3 copy by kstonephoto1, on Flickr"><img src="http://farm6.static.flickr.com/5055/5437003334_8c1c47b24c_b.jpg" width="804" height="600" alt="Gulby3 copy" /></a><br /><br />Cheers to Friday and so much to look forward to!Unknownnoreply@blogger.com1