Kari Sikorski Photography Blog

This family session from a beautiful day last summer should help you warm up as you watch the snow falling outside… I love wildflower season, and really can’t wait to be walking around in these fields again.

One of my favorite sessions from 2010 for two reasons… this is one of my favorite locations, and one of my favorite families. Photographing their family as their sweet daughters grow has been a real treat!

Kris & Kevin were married on the beautiful grounds of the Ko’olau Golf Club in Kaneohe, HI on the 17th of September. Everything about their special day makes me smile… family, friends, laughter, tears of joy. Their plans for a gorgeous and memorable wedding on the island that Kris’ parents grew up on and fell in love, came together perfectly. It is really hard to keep this post short, so I give up… I have too many favorites, here are a “few”.

All marriages should start out with such a unique, handmade map to guide the newlyweds…

The Utes were playing BYU (huge rivalry) during the wedding. Guests and ahem… parents were checking scores throughout the day. Kris’ parents were even interviewed by KSL Sports News in Salt Lake City just before heading out to Oahu. See their fun interview & Kris & Kevin’s engagement images in the sports highlights here…  http://www.ksl.com/?nid=148&sid=17251584

I love you. I love you more. I love you most.

Those were the words Kris & Kevin said to each other at the end of their reception. So sweet, I know! Cue… tears.

Cheers to a healthy and happy life together!

This little darling enjoyed his first photo session at 5 weeks old.

I love sweet sleepy babies… I think his mama & I said “awww…” a few dozen times! This cute hat was knit by a loving relative.

Just look at these baby lips!!

Shooting a session in the family’s home works so well for a newborn shoot. It’s nice for mom & baby to be comfortable because newborn sessions take time. Time for changings, feedings, cuddling, flossing… FLOSSING?? I turned around to see what big brother was up to behind me, and he was deep in concentration with a whole lot of dental floss. ADORABLE.

The end. Sorry, I couldn’t resist…

This Summer, I had the opportunity to travel to my hometown, Green Bay, WI to shoot sessions for families, H.S. Seniors, and a engagement. It was hot. I mean record temperatures and humidity off the charts. Even my camera was sweating… but, my clients kept their cool and looked fabulous and I loved each and every session! Here are just a few favorites from the family sessions…

Madison has a great sense of style, and a fabulous personality to match… it was really fun to bring that out in her images.

We shot her session in her Grandparents’ rock quarry, which I wish could be my backyard because the location possibilities were endless.

Someone may want to consider modeling… gorgeous!

“I regret nothing”

Reading is a passion in Madison’s family, and she loves the Harry Potter series.

Just beautiful! It always amazes me when someone is so natural in front of a camera. I can barely pose for my driver’s license…

Madison you rocked it! Have a fabulous Senior year!

Many, many thanks to Lisa, Angie and Jenni for their tireless assistance and brainstorming … and willingness to rig a vintage chandelier onto a shower curtain pole, and hold it …and hold it. And thank you to Salena, for rushing out the HP books for Madison at the last minute. This session was such a fun adventure, I seriously love my job!

Meet Logan…

he has a ridiculously funny sense of humor, is creative, smart, athletic and amazing with children… I can’t wait to hear what career path he heads into!

At close to 6 1/2 ft tall, Logan is my tallest client so far. I had to find rocks to stand on to shoot his session! Being in a rock quarry was helpful…

Have a great Senior year Logan!

Kris & Kevin have been busy traveling the world together since they met.

They both love Disneyland, and the happiest place on earth is where Kevin proposed.

These two carry that feeling of happiness wherever they go. They are so in love… in a make each other blush, giggling, hold hands kind of way. So sweet.

Well, it’s finally here… after a year and a half of planning their destination wedding in Hawaii, they will be celebrating their love with family and friends this weekend. I am so excited for you! Cheers to a long and happy life together!

Sweet dreams little babe…

I love it when I get to cuddle sweet babies! This little guy is such a chunk of cuteness… just look at those lips!

Anna’s maternity session was on the first night of Summer. Gorgeous weather and a glowing, beautiful mom to be!

She and her husband are so excited to meet their baby girl!

We talked during Anna’s session about how when you’re pregnant, it’s hard to imagine what life will be like with a new baby… and once they are born, you can’t imagine life without them. It’s the start of an amazing new chapter for their family.

Thank you Anna for a great session, I can’t wait to meet your precious baby!