Good bye...

yep, I'm leaving this blog.  I really just don't have the time to focus on all the things I want to do...so something has to give.  I will be keeping up a photography blog though (probably less frequent), so if you love me kindly find me over here at Kassie Nichole Photography! 

And even if you don't come, thanks for following me this past year or so, it's been fun!

xo, kassie

Portrait of a Girl...

 A very lovely woman (not girl, ha), whom I call my best friend!  Did I use "whom" correctly there?  It felt right so I went with it, probably wrong though. Oh well! My bestie played model for me and the photos turned out fan-FREAKIN-tastic!  See for yourself. :)

xo, kass

I'm Ba-ack! ...with some photos :)

Did ya miss me? Be honest! Well, maybe don't, ha! Anyway, after that much needed mini break I'm back and feeling on top of things a bit. Just a bit, but it's better. :)

So, I was going to continue on my huge book review from before, but I've changed my mind. Maybe I'll get to some of the remaining books down the road, plus I've actually read two books since then and you can always go check out my goodreads. Instead let me share some awesome photos from one my most recent shoots.  I did photos with Elise before in her Kimono, but she wanted some regular senior portraits also.  I think they turned out great!

Check 'em all out on my facebook page!

Later this week, look for a style post and a new fun friday post! :)

xo, kass

Model Session: Missy

Quick, which celebrity does she look like??

Lauren Graham?  aka. Lorelei Gilmore?  Why yes, yes she does look like Lorelei.  :)

Seriously, they could be related.

Anyway, my good friend Missy was kind enough to model for me.  And she's a great model!  Not only is she gorgeous, but she was patient and willing to do whatever I asked.  It was awesome!  These are some of my favorite shots to date.

Enjoy!

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Pretty, right? 

Okay, well I'm off to Wisconsin for the weekend! 

Have a great one!

xo, kass

SL: That Fall Feeling

[cardigan/old navy :: sweater/f21 :: cords/kohl's :: boots/target :: necklace/modcloth]

Ohmygosh, I love fall weather.  I know everyone and their brother keeps saying that, but I can't help it.  It's just so wonderfully cool outside.  Not cold, cool.  Perfect.

I've been sitting here trying to write an interesting blog, but my mind is totally blank.  

So here...look at this photo of my dog flashing you. 

Haha, but otherwise isn't he adorable?! :)

On a separate note, I'm really trying to get organized and figure out a way to make photography a lucrative hobby.  I'm a transplant to my current town and I don't work here - so I don't know many people.  I have some ideas for marketing online...but I'm also thinking an ad in the local paper might be in order.

What do you think? Any ideas?

xo, kassie

Photo Shoot : Elise

I had my first paid photo shoot two weekends ago and it was awesome! I got a taste of what it feels like making money doing something that you have a passion for. It’s pretty sweet and has me thinking of all sorts of ways to actually make it lucrative enough that maybe I’d be able to change my work situation in a few years. ::fingers crossed::

Anyway, Elise is a little sister of my friend and she contacted me about 6 months ago to do her senior photos. Then a few weeks ago she asked if we could do some in her Kimono this summer and do the rest in the fall. Of course I said yes! Anyway, here are a few of my favorite shots! Also, the kimono isn’t random - she comes from a military family and was born on a base in Japan. :)

Don't forget to be a fan! :)

Have a great weekend!

xo, kass

New Skillz

A bit of inspiration hit me...and I learned a new photoshop technique. See?

For a while I’ve been toying with the idea of opening an etsy shop. I’m just trying to get some stuff in order first. These are going to be one of the products offered. Right now I’m thinking I’ll do up a few of some famous people and some symbols and sayings, but I also want to offer custom digital watercolor portraits. ‘Cuz I think they are pretty sweet.

Anyway, I’m feeling excited and generous (& see an opportunity for possible mutual advertising) - so anybody want a free one?? It’ll just be a digital copy, but it will be a good resolution so you can print it out yourself if you like! (and obviously it won't have the watermark!)

Maybe this don’t look as cool as I think, ha! Just in case they do, I’m going to say free to the first 3 people that email me! :) There is just one catch...if you like it you just share it on your blog/twitter/facebook [whatever you have] and link back to me and my etsy shop (which will hopefully be up soon!).

Okay, so send an email to kassieART at gmail dot com with subject line “I love free shit!”...okay you don’t have to use that subject line, but make it something relevant! :P Then we will have a lovely email convo about what photo you want to use and what colors you’d like to see. And hopefully you’ll end up with some super sweet, custom art!

Happy Wednesday! 

xo, kass

Friday Fotos: Senior Zach

My little bro is going to be a senior this year. Yikes. And, as I’m 10 years older than him I remember him as a baby...I mean I even changed diapers occasionally. It just makes me feel old, haha. Anyway, when the family came to town I took some senior photos for him. He was impatient and I was feeling rushed and the lighting was atrocious [blinding sun], but regardless of all this there are still a few I like. I figured I’d share those today and also inform you I plan on taking more for him [hopefully better ones] sometime this fall.

What a cutie,eh? Lol.  Anyway, I'm off to a fairly busy weekend.  Brian's BFF [lol, guys don't say that...] from highschool is coming to visit and we are celebrating Brian's birthday - which is in fact on Saturday!  He's going to be 28 [shhh, don't tell him I told you]!  Then on Sunday we are going to have an "English Breakfast" and watch the end of Wimbleton, woot!  Anyway...

Happy [early] Birthday Brian! Love You!

Have a great weekend everyone!

xo,kass

Foto Fridays!

Something new on the blog, yep! I’ve decided that some friday’s I’ll do my Friday Favs and others I will share some of my photos with you! This week I’ll be doing the latter as I’ve been hauling my camera out more lately. These photos are actually from a year ago, ha.  BUT I just got them uploaded to facebook and the ones I was planning on sharing aren't done being edited.  So yea, enjoy!

 All of these photos were taken at this house.  I had driven by it everytime I went to Brian's and thought it looked cool.  Eventually, I talked him into going there for some photos.  

Good thing too, because they tore it down!

being impatient silly

Is it just me or does this house belong in a horror film?

Oh and by the by, you can stalk my photography on facebook if you like. :)

xo, kass