Kellie Kano Photography

Sarah & Andy’s Engagement

12.03.2010 | filed under: engagements, lifestyle

If you’ve been following this blog since its fledgling blogspot days, you might remember me mentioning I have a thing for redheads. I’ve always secretly wished for red hair & freckles, so I’m pretty excited about having 3 beautiful ginger-haired brides on the books for next year. Sarah is one of them…and let me tell ya, she’s a dream to photograph. Big blue eyes & an infectious laugh that makes you feel like you know her even if you’ve just met. She has found the perfect partner in Andy. He has honest eyes & a sweet, boyish cackle that I heard throughout our shoot. Their love for each other drew me in for the entire 2 hours we were running around this field. I’m counting down the days to their Charleston wedding in April…

Here’s a peek into their sweet connection:

Comments: 14 leave a comment

Cathy and David (12.03.2010 at 11:35 am)
These just make our happy meter go through the roof. :)
Kate Monroe (12.03.2010 at 11:48 am)
So, so gorgeous! You always have such amazing light in your images! I too have a thing for redheads… ever since I met my redheaded husband my obsession with red hair has grown. I’m contemplating getting mine colored one of these days.
Sarah Johnson and Andy Shelton (12.03.2010 at 11:50 am)
Kellie….there are no words to tell you the emotions that I feel when I look at these pictures. You are such a talented person and I am completely in love with all of the photos. Thank you so much for this….I never knew it was possible to capture the feelings that Andy and I have for one another in a picture.
Hannah Alexander (12.03.2010 at 11:59 am)
Gorgeous! Can’t wait to have you down to shoot this wedding in April!!
Melanie Sampson (12.03.2010 at 12:44 pm)
These pictures are gorgeous! I love the black and white of you two looking at each other. Soooo pretty! Love you both!
Erin Nixon (12.03.2010 at 1:49 pm)
These are great! You need to send these to a wedding magazine becuase you two look great! Love them!
Kellan (12.03.2010 at 2:05 pm)
The one of her peeking over his shoulder…the freckles, the gorgeous peepers, her lashes….ADORE!!! Charleston is seriously one of my favorite locations to shoot EVER.
Sarah (12.03.2010 at 5:53 pm)
I love how you capture moments and memories. These are priceless and so beautiful. She makes me want red hair and freckles. Once again you never cease to amaze me lady love! xoxo :)
Annette Johnson (12.03.2010 at 6:58 pm)
Fantastic pictures! I can’t wait to see the wedding pictures!
Ashley Harris (12.03.2010 at 10:16 pm)
You are one bloggin’ lady!! Keep it up! I’m loving every second!
Amy Martin (12.05.2010 at 4:14 pm)
You’re working it out Kellie! That last pic…? I want one of Jared and I just like that. Can’t even see their faces, yet there’s so much there!
KILBI (12.06.2010 at 3:46 pm)
Sarah, they turned out beautiful! As always, Kellie, you are stellar. Love to all of you!
Vania (12.06.2010 at 9:33 pm)
Ahhhhhh! I got my Kellie photo fix for the evening…thank you!
Sarah (12.07.2010 at 9:51 am)
STUNNING! What a beautiful couple they are! Job well done once again Kellie! I also MUST comment on how much I love (and want) her shoes and her blouse :)

Elizabeth & Matt’s Wedding

11.29.2010 | filed under: weddings

Every wedding I’ve shot has a place in my heart, but this one is particularly special to me. I’ve known Matt since he was a kid. His sister is one of my oldest & dearest friends, and I spent the better part of my high-school years sneaking out of their parents house ( only to get caught, of course.. ;) There’s a soul connection that exists within this family that’s hard to put into words. They live life with their arms wide open, unafraid to fall, and I love them for it. The incredible heart Matt had as a kid has only grown bigger through the years. He is a loving son, supportive brother & now husband to one of the most amazing gals I’ve ever had in front of my lens. Elizabeth shares Matt’s passion for life, and their wedding day could not have been a more honest reflection of who they are as a couple. It was beautifully crafted, heartfelt, and most of all..sincere. There’s no doubt in my mind that they found their soul mate in each other. I’m just grateful I was there to see it all come together. Thanks to the Jalazo & Routh families for having me…lots of love to you all.

Dress- JCrew
Reception Dress- BCBG
Shoes- Tory Burch
Bridesmaid & flower girl dresses- JCrew
Flowers- Cynthia Mangum ( and Elizabeth’s mom, Jenny :)
Coordination- Grace with Grace Leisure Events
Groom Suit- JCrew
Ties- Brooks Brothers
Invites- Smock Letterpress
Programs- Anna & Elizabeth Routh originals :)
Band- New South Players

To see the full story of Elizabeth & Matt’s day, click below. Song courtesy of Ryan Adams: ( one of my favorite artists of all time )

Comments: 24 leave a comment

Faith (11.29.2010 at 9:09 pm)
Ohhh these are beautiful!! Elizabeth and Matt will LOVE their wedding photos! :)
Weezie Black (11.29.2010 at 9:11 pm)
the slideshow gave me goosebumps! Love this post… love love it! this looks like it was literally a picture perfect wedding! again – phenomenal job Kellie!
David (11.29.2010 at 9:21 pm)
You are just plain AWESOME. Period.
Betsy S. McArthur (11.29.2010 at 9:22 pm)
What a special day! Kellie you did an amazing, amazing job, as usual! These pics me feel like I was there. Gorgeous wedding, congrats Matt and Elizabeth! I cant believe our little Matt is married. Did we always get caught sneaking out? ;)
Niki Jalazo (11.29.2010 at 9:26 pm)
Crying with joy over here. Kellie you did such an amazing job capturing my little brother’s big heart and his gorgeous amazing bride. What a perfect day! I love them and you SO much! And we didn’t always get caught :)
Ashley Harris (11.29.2010 at 9:41 pm)
I loooove the shots on the back of the pickup. I feel like I say this all the time, but…..canvas, anyone? Gorgeous. Oh and of course I’m obsessed with the details – bouquet, shoes, letterpress invites. Sigh. :)
Hubba Hubby (11.29.2010 at 9:58 pm)
Awesomeness!!! One of the cutest couples I’ve ever seen. Great shots sweetie:) Good job Dori, good job Paul. Congrats to everyone! Wish I had worn Chucks at our wedding…
Dori Jalazo (11.29.2010 at 10:14 pm)
Ohhhh my dearest Kellie, I watched you grow up as part of our family, I have always loved you dearly . I am in awe of the Artist that you have become. I am so proud and I thank you for these exquisite photos, that are filled with Soul , spirit , and pure love.
Jenny Tenney (11.29.2010 at 11:23 pm)
These are beautiful! Love them ALL, and especially the shot of them in the back of the truck. Super cute.
Sarah (11.30.2010 at 7:04 am)
Gorgeous!!!!! Beautiful wedding, Beautiful people, Beautiful photos!!! You’re Awesome.
Julia Wade (11.30.2010 at 9:21 am)
serious gorgeousness kellie, that is for sure!
Meredith (11.30.2010 at 9:23 am)
These two are so cute! Beautiful photos, as always!
Troodie Lackey (11.30.2010 at 10:03 am)
Routhie and Matt (EJM) such lovely photos. Thanks for letting me be a part of such a fun and beautiful day. Love, Tru
Emily @ Southern Weddings (11.30.2010 at 10:46 am)
Gorgeous, Kellie! I LOVE the colors!
Sarah (11.30.2010 at 10:48 am)
This post did good things for my heart and soul. I say it every time but you never cease to amaze me!
Lauren (11.30.2010 at 10:53 am)
Oh holy cow. It’s true, there is NO WAY you can not do an awesome job. Every. Single. Time. :)
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sharon from smitten (11.30.2010 at 3:36 pm)
oh my starry night i love this wedding. what incredible captures, kellie!
Wilma Bailess (11.30.2010 at 4:06 pm)
Your love for this family is revealed in your photography. What a beautiful wedding and couple. I am so grateful that your path crossed with this wonderful Jalazo family. They have enriched your life and now you can enrich theirs with gorgeous wedding pictures.
Amy Martin (11.30.2010 at 9:09 pm)
I love this wedding! perfect!
Jennings King (11.30.2010 at 9:11 pm)
i hope you don’t mind it when your followers have to comment on every blog post, but it seems it is a must especially when all your work is so fabulous AND each and every wedding your photograph is different…i love that! So fun!
Rachel Selwyn (12.01.2010 at 3:58 pm)
Amazing, Amazing!!! Your skills are nuts, Kellie. Love you Matt & Elizabeth!
Julie Campbell (12.02.2010 at 12:33 pm)
Beautiful work as usual. I love all those little details. They work so perfectly together.
Dori Jalazo (12.02.2010 at 3:04 pm)
I’m crying AGAIN, I can’t get enough of this Soul Filling love, from you that shows in the photos, from everyone of us watching Matt and Elizabeth.

Laura & Mike’s Engagement

11.24.2010 | filed under: engagements, lifestyle

When I met Laura & Mike for the first time, we just clicked. They have that old-soul kind of love that’s so easy to capture. Laura is beautiful inside & out and instantly reminded me of one of my best friends from college. She’s sassy, fun & quick to laugh. Mike has a rugged sweetness & Laura brings out the kid in him. When Laura called the morning of this shoot to ask about bringing their 4 dogs along, ( not gonna lie ) I freaked a little. I could tell it was important to her to have the whole ‘family’ in these images, but had never shot more than 2 pups at a time before. How the heck was I going to get FOUR dogs to sit..or not sit?! Turns out, we didn’t worry about them sitting or not sitting….we just went with it. And in all of its glorious chaos, I adore this session. At one point I looked through the lens to find a doggie tongue greeting me :)

Here’s a peek into the world of Laura & Mike….

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Weezie Black (11.24.2010 at 4:56 pm)
love love love love love love love love love love love love love love love love these! love thesssseeee!!!
Jennings King (11.24.2010 at 4:58 pm)
FABULOUS!!!!!!!!!!! I love the hand in the grass, it reminds me of the scene in “Gladiator” one of my all time fav movies! Wonderful and Beautiful!!
Sarah (11.24.2010 at 5:11 pm)
:) :) :) :) :) :) :) :) :) :) BAM beat your record! I’m loving the light in all of these. You can definitely tell they have that timeless kind of love. sighhhh :) The pups are precious and they make a sweet addition to their family. Do you think Remy would cooperate? And what a beautiful couple, these pictures will definitely be something they treasure forever. I’m adding your beautiful way to capture memories to my list of things I’m thankful for :)
Jo at Peacock Invitations (11.24.2010 at 5:11 pm)
Ever lovingly sweet… I totally heart you!
Laura Williston (11.24.2010 at 7:17 pm)
Kellie they are amazing! The last picture captures our life so perfectly…ha! What a wonderful Thanksgiving treat! Can’t wait for June. Happy Holidays to you and your family :)
grant stringer (11.28.2010 at 9:54 am)
Your photographs have a lovely quality about them.Some of them remind me of watching a movie. I really like your work and will be back for more inspiration. Thanks.
Sarah (11.28.2010 at 2:21 pm)
Absolutely gorgeous!!!! Words can’t describe how impressed I am with your ability to get 4 dogs to pay attention. That’s true talent:) Mike and Laura look awesome!
Emily (11.29.2010 at 11:44 am)
Wow, 4 pups?!!! AMAZING work as always, Kellie. I just adore this session.
Rachel (02.12.2011 at 1:19 am)
omg these are so cute. They already have a big family!
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