The Workshop
So, I just finished up my first official “workshop” over the past weekend and I had a blast! What a fun and very full Saturday. I wanted to post a few images from our shoot portion. Our models were awesome! Little Sarayah won everyone over and she was so easy to photograph. I managed to get a few of her and I’m posting them below… Special thanks to Chris Garner with TPS Photography (thanks for the help!) and a thank you to Kelsey and Robby for making the drive from Charlotte to model for us… 
The next workshop is in Atlanta, GA on November 20th, 2010. If you are interested, please contact me for information! Feel free to visit: www.katycookworkshop.com
I’m also including a slideshow that I put together for the workshop. It takes 6 secs to load.
Meg and Chris – Raleigh Wedding
I loved everything about this wedding! The dress, the venue, the decor, but, mostly the couple. I met Meg and Chris at a wedding I shot last year and was so excited when they chose me as their wedding photographer. These two are die hard ECU Pirate fans. Needless to say, the pic below is from their engagement session and there was a little ECU theme.
So, it is pretty much a photographer’s dream when you have 3 hours to shoot in downtown Raleigh… (well, at least for me it is!) The ceremony was held at 2:30 which allowed for plenty of time for photos before the 6pm cocktail hour. The entire bridal party came with us and we had a blast! After that, it was on to the coolest venue ever, The North Carolina Museum of History. I had no idea you could hold receptions at this location? It was gorgeous.
Special thanks to the Ryan family for making me feel so at home. I loved every moment.
i love this shot of dad looking at his daughter…
I loved the dress… and how fun to meet Anna with Traditions by Anna. She was there to help with the dress and Meg looked amazing. Ironically, my Raleigh bride from 2 weeks prior, used the same shop!
stunning…
Gorgeous floral by Victorian Seasons
Chris is a big Guinness fan…
The decor was AMAZING!
The BIG ECU crowd!
The cake topper almost fell… kinda hilarious moment…
Meg and Chris – I hope the honeymoon is awesome!
Mandy and Michael – Engagement session
Mandy and Michael drove all the way from Atlanta, Ga for their engagement session. I had a blast with them… we basically went all over McDowell county. Mandy is from the area, so it seemed fitting.
I am looking forward to the wedding in October! Such a gorgeous couple…
Anderson and Adam – Engagement session on the farm…
Anderson and Adam are the sweetest couple! I loved that Anderson wanted to shoot their engagement session on her family farm. This farm has been in the family for years and it provided so many photographic opportunities! I was like a kid in a candy store. Not to mention, this couple is absolutely gorgeous. I don’t think I could take a bad picture of them? Here is a quick sneak peek from last week’s session.
McDowell Mini-sessions…
Talk about an overwhelming response! I was so happy to shoot 10 mini-sessions recently for my local community. Can I just say, I love my town! I did this promotion as a thank you to my recent vote for “best photographer” for the third year running…
Truly, I wish I could have fit in more time slots and who knew it would book in just 4 hours? To everyone that came out and supported me… thank you from the bottom of my heart. Wow! It was hot. Wow! what cute kids?
I am in love with all of the following pics! Here are just a few… Enjoy!
WORKSHOP!
UPDATE: ONLY 1 SEAT LEFT FOR THE SEPTEMBER WORKSHOP…
I am starting a waiting list and will be posting other dates soon!
This has been a month in the making… I’ve been so excited to share! Some of you might remember, I posted a possible mentoring venture out there on facebook? Well, I was overwhelmed with inquiries and quickly realized I needed to take a step back and re-think things. I couldn’t possibly mentor so many individually, however, I could offer an exclusive workshop.
So… after a lot of planning, etc…. It is HERE! I’ve included information below, however, I invite you to visit the website: www.katycookworkshop.com as well!
Full-Day Photography Workshop ($300)
Learn more about photography and editing in a relaxed, interactive environment!
Perhaps you are a mom who simply loves to photograph your children or you are a working photographer who is looking to expand your skill set…
This workshop will provide the perfect opportunity to work alongside your peers and enhance your knowledge of the following:
* The environment as it relates to photography: Focus on optimal lighting.
* Photographing your subject: Practice shooting pictures with your camera. (Models will be provided.)
* Editing: Observe and discuss editing techniques using the photos you have taken!
*Familiarity with Photoshop will be helpful, however, not necessary.
An outline and summary will be provided for taking notes during a 2-hour Q&A open discussion. Please remember that there are no stupid questions!
What you will need:
* Your own equipment (camera, lenses, etc.)
* A basic working knowledge of your camera.
Special Notes:
*Class size is limited to 10 participants.
*Professional photographers receive a “pro-discount.” Please inquire for specifics.
When: Saturday,
September 25th, 2010
Where: Morganton, North Carolina
Time: 9am – 5pm
Optional Dinner
There is a special hotel rate available for those traveling…
Please inquire for more details.
More dates to be announced soon!
Send an e-mail if you would like a workshop held near you!
Contact: katy_cook@charter.net or 828-442-0337
Tres Boudoir – the tour
Well I have been posting on Facebook that Orange Cat will have a special announcement on Wednesday so here it is…
I {Katy} am teaming up with Dana Andreasson and Amanda Caldwell to collaborate and do a boudoir tour. We will start in Hickory at Orange Cat Studio and will be traveling to Atlanta, Wilmington, and other destinations to be determined.
We are very excited to offer you three sessions for the price of one! You will have three different photographers, three different perspectives, and three different scenarios to make your boudoir experience fun for you and extra special for your significant other.
Out tour will begin in Hickory on August 21st. The investment is $599, but for those that book before July 6th will receive a discount of $100. Your investment will include three same-day sessions, three photographers, online gallery, and an elegant folio including 3 images of your choice.
To inquire, email me at katy_cook@charter.net or call: 828-442-0337…look forward to hearing from you!
And if you can’t do the Hickory date or location but want to request we take our tour to another city, let me know! We would love to hear your input!
Candy and Matt – Session in Savannah, Ga
So…. I just adore Candy and Matt. I’ve photographed their little boy for years, but, this was my first chance to work with just the two of them. Candy had approached me a while ago about shooting a 10 year anniversary session. I jumped at the opportunity, especially since Candy offered to fly me to Savannah, Ga for the weekend. Savannah is special to them for two reasons: 1- they grew up there… and 2- they were married there.
I haven’t been to Savannah in so long… I needed a mini-vacation. All I can say is… thank you to Candy and Matt! The company was great and the seafood… AMAZING. Can’t wait to work with you again…
This is the courtyard they were married 10 years ago…
We headed to the beach for some fun!
Ireland – Part II
IRELAND. Loved every moment!
It’s hard for me to put in to words how thankful I am. How amazing these past couple of years have been for my business! I’ve never been so excited to shoot a wedding… it was well worth it.
The day started early and ended late and every minute was worth documenting. Fiona and Chris are a beautiful couple and I wish them many blessings in their marriage. I’m just going to start with the images before I get all emotional, but I did want to say a special thank you to Chris…. Marc and I were honored that you included us in your toast of thanks. I cried. Thank you.
Getting ready at the salon, Joe looks on Fiona…
getting the dress on…
off to the church.
love this shot of Fiona’s mom that Marc captured.
The “Signing of the Wedding Certificate”
the European paparrazi… loved them!
check out the pink columns… I loved this venue. Too pretty!
fun time with the hats…
This is Bethany. I shot her wedding last year and Fiona was a bridesmaid.
the getaway in Stephen’s awesome Beetle….
and finally, a goofy shot of the two of us at Belfast Castle
A huge thank you to both the Baker and Limpach families! We had a wonderful time!
Ireland – Part 1 (The Engagement)
There are so many things I could say about this wonderful country! I loved my time there and hope to go back soon! My husband came with me and we haven’t been away from the kiddos that long…. ever. We had a great time!
It’s funny, Ireland lived up to all my hopes… you know, you envision the amazing green pastures and quaint villages? It’s all true!
We flew in to Dublin in the south and made our way by bus to Belfast in the north. I can’t say enough about the warmth we received from the locals. Everyone went out of their way to make us feel at home.
I’ve had many ask me how I booked a wedding in Ireland? Well, it was a bit of luck and fate, I think?
Fiona is from Belfast and was living in the states a few years ago when she met Chris. For the two, it was a quick courtship before she had to return to Ireland. However, that was all it took for them to realize they wanted to pursue a long-distance relationship. So, after many trips across “the pond” they were engaged.
Now, how do I fit in to this? Well, I didn’t even know the full story until recently. Fiona and Chris came to a wedding I shot in 2008 at Montreat College. Chris was friends with the bride. Then… ironically, I shot Chris’s sister’s wedding that next year. (insert Fiona) She was one of Bethany’s bridesmaids and we hit it off instantly. I can’t remember our exact conversation, but, it ended with my desire to shoot her upcoming wedding in Ireland and her hope to have me.
And there you have it!
So, now I’m sitting here going through thousands of images. I have a lot of work ahead of me…
Here are a few of our engagement session we shot two days prior to the wedding… I’m also including some funny (non-professional) video my hubby took during our time with Fiona and Chris. It was windy and cold… enough said. More from the wedding day soon! Best!
shot of Belfast Castle… reminded me of a small Biltmore.
this is a shot of the City Capital at night… walking to the taxi from dinner.
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