Author archives: kristarose@me.com
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- Are you looking to make your wedding day special? DUH! Of course you are! The first look is one of the most memorable moments of the day, yes yes, when the couple sees each other for the first time, fireworks explode, faeries get their wings, and a tiny puppy is born (or something like that). Howeve[...]
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- People often ask me, "What should I wear?" when preparing for a photo session. We all have seen the family photos on the beach with everyone wearing white and khaki, and there is a reason for that. Simplicity is key. (more on that later)
First and foremost, your family/engagement session is NOT a[...]
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- As a professional photographer, it is essential to your sanity to step out of and back from paid sessions and just do something for yourself. It is so important to restore and recenter yourself and your art. So today, my family and I went out to the river front around Louisiana, MO to enjoy the unse[...]
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- "We would like a disc of images."
Absolutely! We offer those! Lets talk about what you do with those photos afterwards. Frequently, I have clients return to me 1, 2, 3 years later and woefully admit, "I haven't done anything with my photographs yet." On the inside, I always die a little. Hours upo[...]
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- I am commonly asked the question, "What is your photographic style?" While I am never offended by this question, it is hard to answer. The BEST photographer ensures that your wedding day reflects YOU and the beauty of your day. Typically, I call up the photo gods for a variety of approaches within a[...]
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- I often have couples ask me what they can do to have a successful Newborn session. Choosing a great photographer is a first start! However, there is a lot you can do to help make the whole session a huge success!
1. Make sure you tiny one is happy. A baby who has had an uninterrupted sleep sched[...]
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- Another January means another avalanche of Wedding shows for potential couples to visit! This weekend marks the conclusion of The Wedding Show hosted by St. Louis Bride and Groom Magazine, a classic and well populated show by all of the best vendors in St. Louis! I commonly see the glazed, doe eyed [...]
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- I have decided to join the #my_365 challenge! I'll update the blog periodically with the recent photos and their titles. Stay tuned, it will be a fun year! #my_365 started Jan. 1, 2015
"Mixing Water"
" ... and then we wait"
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- Did you know, L'Amore Rose Photography does destination weddings? No? ... Well check it out!
This year we went to Ireland and Laguna Beach, CA!
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- What should you do with that old wedding dress when the wedding bells are just a fading memory? There are a few options. My personal option was/is to put my beautiful gown back into its garment bag and hang it in the back forgotten corner of my closet. Once a year I open it and touch the delicate be[...]
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- In case you are feeling cold and miserable, just remember it could be worse! Remember what was happening during this time last year...
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- Do you ever feel like you are buried under a mountain of bureaucracy and paperwork? This image was showcased in the Chesterfield Arts: "Sharpshooter Best Photography (just) West of the Mississippi" show by L'Amore Rose Photography Owner, Krista Rose.