snow! [raleigh durham family photographer]

February 2, 2010
Snow snow snow!!   Sledding, snowball fighting, walking in snowy woods, snowangel making, and of course snowman building.   And then warming up by the fire with hot cocoa and popcorn. . . . snowy days.   Thomas busily built snow forts and ice houses for homeless little critters to find and get warm and then inspected the different animal prints left in the snow. . . ”a new mystery,” he would say when he found an unfamiliar track.   Tiny little bird tracks in fresh snow have always been a favorite of mine. . . Sadie Ellen kept saying “I looooove winter.”  Together we built a snowman that the kids christened “Cocoa the Snow Angel” (or is it “Koko the Snow Angel”. . .)  Thomas’ contribution was Snow Angel.  Sadie Ellen wanted Cocoa (Koko?) of course. . . Sadie Ellen names EVERYTHING Cocoa/Koko.  Stuffed animals, pretend characters etc.  Every single time, it’s Cocoa/Koko.  One time she actually named something “Really Cocoa/Koko”. . . lol.
It’s been ages since I’ve shared photos of my little loves.  So here are just a few of the fun.  Of course I’ve got to start with Cocoa the Snow Angel.   One snowangel full of character.  With eyes of blueberries (for the birds. . . except a day later the birds still haven’t eaten them. . .)
I hope you all enjoyed the snow in your own way.   Namaste~  Kathleen
p.s. Stay tuned as I’m announcing minisessions soon!
p.p.s.  Something’s up with the coding and it won’t let me do paragraph breaks!  Sorry for the dense paragraph :o)
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Jennifer: What a gorgeous collage! Such dreamy light, too!

Marla: What a super fun collage! I love how the colored squares coordinate with the colors in the images. So cute! You captured the essence of winter fun here. :)

Michelle Huenink: Oh my goodness what fun images! I am so jealous of all the snow. What a great collage of pictures. Makes me want to go make a big cup of cocoa.

Amber: These are so fun! I love it!

Casey: Beautiful happy children on a beautiful happy day! Wow! They are really growing up!

yan palmer: oh my gosh, hello childhood!!! i almost want to cry at the nostalgic feel of these gorgeous images. thanks for sharing these.

unique decorative plasters and paint finishes [chapel hill headshot photographer]

January 24, 2010

Got your attention?  Hope so - because if you’re at all interested in decorative painting you need to check out the work of Michelle and Davide Aguiar of CAN Decorative Painting and Design.  Michelle and Davide moved to Chapel Hill seven years ago from Toronta, Canada.  Their stuff is amaaaazing!!!  You can catch a glimpse here:  www.candecorativepaint.com Michelle and Davide hired me to take a photograph of them for their website and it’s been truly great getting to know them.

On another note,  I’ve been busily working on some changes to Kathleen Hunter Photography - so stay tuned!!!   And stay warm :o)  Kathleen

Meet Michelle and Davide:

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Michelle: Thanks Kathleen, we had such a great time! And we love the photo. Michelle and Davide

sweet baby girl [chapel hill baby photographer]

January 14, 2010

In-home sessions have such intimacy and soul to them.   So I was in heaven this week photographing little Miss A.  She shines with such a bright little light.   And my goodness. . . SWEET.  One of the other neat things about this shoot was all of their cats - four cats that were wondering in and out the whole time.  Loved that we were able to capture that part of their family too!

Hope you guys enjoy your peek!!!     Peace ~ Kathleen

Please tell me what you think ~ use the “add a comment” link at the bottom of the post.  You will need to enter an email of some sort but it will never ever be shared or used in anyway.  promise.

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Julie: She is so cute! Love the one with the cat. These are great.

jennifer: oh goodness she's a cutie and I love her diaper cover, that first shot is my favorite!

Kim Fordham: Oh goodness, these are perfect! She is an absolute doll and you truly captured her sweetness. Great job!

Bri: I agree with your thoughts on in-home sessions. Children are usually much more relaxed and are able to show their personalities better. You've done beautiful work here and Miss A is a sweetie!

this n that: These are beautiful, LOVE that first one! Just gorgeous. By the way, congrats again on the m.i.l.k publication, I love the photograph you put in, I hope that is big somewhere in your home, it is an amazing moment!! -Shellie

Jeanette LeBlanc: What a gorgeous, happy, cutie pie!

shannon treadway: She's a little cutie! love her diaper cover and the lighting in these are beautiful! Nice work!!!

Stacie: What a cutie! The one with the cat is just so precious!

robyn: Love the tip toes in the first image!

khunter: This little babe was so much fun to photograph! Thanks for all of your sweet comments!

Ingrid: Oh my, these are seriously cute!!! SO adorable!!!! You captured her so well!

Zoe Berkovic: Love these! I know how hard it is to photograph a baby indoors! You did so well!

Chelsie: What a little cutie!! Love the actions shots.

Mindy: I love your photo-journalistic approach here! These are absolutely adorable Kathleen!!

publication [chapel hill fine art photographer]

December 10, 2009

I am incredibly humbled to be included in the recent  Family, Friendship, Lovers & Laughter publication.  This publication is the result of the Fresh M.I.L.K. competition, judged by renowned photographer Elliott Erwitt (www.elliotterwitt.com).  There were nearly 35,000 entries from all over the world.  150 winning photographs were chosen to be included in the book.  And one of my photographs was chosen.

The book was published in November and I SO wish it were available for purchase in the United States - some of these photographs are  REALLLLY amazing.  Every time I open the book I find some new interesting photograph that somehow I’ve missed.  But after looking around I can’t seem to find it for sale here. . . yet.   You can see a thumbnail (some of which are cropped) of the images included here:  http://www.freshmilkphotos.com/winnersgallery1.html And here’s a picture of the cover and my photograph. . .

Thanks for dropping by!   I will probably take a break from blogging for the next few weeks so that I can focus on my family.  And the holiday insanity of course. . . . I’m already looking forward to a glass of eggnog lol.   Namaste my friends~ Kathleen

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Jennifer Boggett: Congratulations!! I love that photo.

Mindy: Congrats!! I remember the first time I saw that photo! I adore it- it is one of my favorites ever!!!

jennifer: thats awesome congratulations!

khunter: thanks guys :o)

holiday angel [chapel hill children's photographer]

December 2, 2009

I’m a little short on words tonight, but I did want to share these because I loved this session.   I photograph Ella Kate every November, and I’ve loved every single session with her.  But I think this one is my favorite!  Hope you like ‘em guys!   Of course many more to come!

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Peace and love - especially during the hectic holiday season!  Kathleen

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Pavlina Ortiz: What a sweet and beautiful girl! Those eyelashes are sooo long. Really sweet series of images. Parents must be thrilled.

Connie: So cute, I love the happiness and playfulness you captured!

Corine Tran: gorgeous and animated little girl, you captured her beautifully! Love them all!

Cynthia: Absolutely thrilled-as always!!! You captured Ella Kate's personality perfectly. They are beautiful. Thank you Kathleen!

kristy lynn: She is beautiful and these images are gorgeous! I love them.

mollie: such sweetness and fun creativity. i love the feel of this session- very dreamy!

Katherine: I love the lights and framing on the first one! She looks like such a joyful little girl!

Angela Crutcher: What an expressive and beautiful child she is! Gorgeous images!

Jane Eaton Hamilton: She's so cute! Love the lights.

Chelsie: Gorgeous pictures!!

Melody Hood: Oh, I adore these! Such personality - you can definitely tell what a beautiful, happy child she is!

Ingrid: these are so precious. What a sweet little girl. Beautiful captures!

Zoe Berkovic: These are so full of personality!! Love them!

Mindy: She is a beautiful little girl!! I love all the giggles you captured Kathleen! Wonderful work!!

brothers [chapel hill family portrait photographer]

November 24, 2009

I spent the morning with these  two adorable - and busy - brothers.  The little one was our most talented director - deciding which songs were most appropriate to sing, which books the family should read.   And FULL of ideas - pretty soon we’ll understand every word.   Watch out world!  And big bro. . . this guy was not so sure about having photos taken originally.  But by the end. . . he wanted to be in every single frame.  So I left feeling very satisfied!!  I work very hard to make sessions as fun as I possibly can.  And I think it shows!  Hope you guys enjoy the peak - many more  photos to come!   Peace~ Kathleen

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This N that: GORGEOUS work as always! -Shellie

Elizabeth Lippincott: Kathleen - These are wonderful. Thank you so much. We look forward to seeing the rest. Elizabeth

mollie: very fun! you can feel the life and love in these.

Jennifer Boggett: Beautiful! I love the real moments you captured - I think my fave is the one of dad and son laughing - you can feel the love.

robyn: What a fun session - just makes me smile!

Chelsie: Wow these are stunning images!! Such raw emotion in them all, I LOVE them!!

Karen Byker: Love the simplicity of these, and the location! They say home to me. Very cool lifestyle images!

Trina: Beautiful family! You captured their fun personalities really well.

Angela Crutcher: Love the naturalness to thse! Wonderful, fun images!

Katherine: I love all the emotion you captured. They looks like such a fun family!

Uncle Bob: Beautiful and telling pictures! I know E. & Darrin are proud!

{amanda}: These are great! I love the one of them all on the couch together reading. Amazing.

apple-licious [durham baby photographer]

November 8, 2009

So so so so so stinkin’ cute.   Meet lil Hannan.   So full of personality.  I fell in love instantly.   My favorite part of the session was when Mom and Dad whipped out the apple, one of Hannan’s favorite playthings.  Oh my.  She lit up when she first caught sight of that apple.  She rolled, she bounced, she threw, she inspected. . . endless JOY from that apple.   So I’ll start there. . .

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Such a pleasure guys!  Many more fun ones to come - I had a hard time choosing which ones to share!

Peace~ Kathleen

Caryn: These are beautiful! I love the family ones. Great job!

Jane Eaton Hamilton: So sweet. Love mom's heartfelt laugh. Love the apple.

robyn: love the bare feet and the apple - what a cute idea! Beautiful family.

jennifer: awww what a beautiful family and a little doll, these are gorgeous! Love all the warm fall colors and location, awesome session!

Kristi Mangan: these are so gorgeous! i love your color! the images with the apple are just too cute!!

mollie: i love the apple and the feel of these!

Melissa: Gorgeous! I love these colors and the last one is precious!

Lisa Little: Gorgeous images of a beautiful little girl and family! Love your yummy fall colors!

Angela Crutcher: She is adorable! Great session!

Zoe Berkovic: Love these! i love the setting!!

Mindy: Aw, what a little sweetheart! I adore the peek-a-boo shots! I love the soft color! I can totally feel their genuine love for each other!

Michelle Kane: Gorgeous, soft images. Really, really pretty. That closeup just makes me smile!

Fola: wow the backgrd looks like a backdrop..the apple makes it all magic...

Shelley: I smiled the entire way through these pics. They are full of joy! Beautiful.

shannon: what an adorable session!

Melissa Rodriguez: I just love these! Peek a boo is tooooo cute!

it’s a beautiful world! [durham baby portrait photographer]

October 26, 2009

Okay.  Is Camille a doll or what?  Such gorgeous eyes.  And so in love with mommy and daddy.  Camille was so patient with me as we trekked all over Duke Gardens.  As long as her dad was singing the 50’s style ditty she was beaming!   And then, Camille discovered the most amazing things . . . scroll down and you’ll see!

We had a wonderful session guys - many more images to come!

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Peace~ Kathleen

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Caroline: Beautiful!!! Can't wait to see them all -- thanks for the wonderful session. What an amazing talent you have!

Sherrie: I love how natural and happy they all look together, so sweet - and the images with the toes are priceless!

Rhonda Stark: such a sweet family .. i love #4 and the images with the toes are so funny!! beautiful work as always!

rebecca Helpling: These are so fun! Beautiful family, nicely done!

holly: Just lovely!! They look so very happy and sweet!!

Rhonda duron: OMG! I adore that last one and it made me laugh. Such is the age. These are all gorgeous and really tell a story.

Jessica: Those eyes! And the toe-biting photos are priceless--remind me of my own crazy baby girls:).

Megan: The last one is so funny. Love your commentary on the side. Her eyes are awesome. Great job.

Jaidean: lol...those last two totally made me laugh. She is a doll!!!

Mandy: These are so beautiful. I just adore that one of her looking to the side. It looks like she has something up her sleeve. :P

Ashley Duckett: Gorgeous color. You caught so much great interaction! Nice work!

Mindy: Oh my gosh, these are so sweet! #4 made me smile so big! The last one just cracks me up! Beautiful Kathleen!!

Angela Crutcher: Oh goodness, thse are super sweet! The last series cracks me up! Too cute!

glowing [chapel hill maternity photographer]

October 19, 2009

Loooved this session of this  earthy momma expecting in November.   The sun was setting so we had yummy golden light, and she was up for anything. . . .  What an awesome way to spend the evening.   Hope you love your images - more to come soon!

I love to read your comments ~ if you’d like to leave a comment, please use the “add a comment” link at the bottom of the post.  You will need to leave an email of some sort but it will never be shared or used in any way.  promise.

Peace and love~ Kathleen

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Ashleigh-faye: Wow that last one is just amazing! Great work!

Kristi Mangan: These are so beautiful and that location is to-die-for! GORGEOUS! She is glowing!

Amber: She is gorgeous!! These are absolutely amazing. I love the lighting!

Erin: These are simply gorgeous! I love the natural feel to them! ++

This N that: Gorgeous light!!! These are all so beautiful, I love the natural, earthy feel! -Shellie

megan parker: Gorgeous mom to be and what an awesome location! I LOVE the last one. It needs to be on a gallery wrap!

April: Stunning is not a good enough word! These are amazing!

Lynda: These are beautiful, what gorgeous light, and she is absolutely stunning. The light just wraps around her! She looks so relaxed and happy too.

Amanda: Holy moly, what a gorgeous set of maternity photos!!! Beautiful job Kathleen!

Rhonda Stark: um .. these are stunning .. what a gorgeous mom-to-be and your use of light is amazing!!

Laura Brett: Oh she is beautiful. Love the vintage processing. Great job!

Jane Eaton Hamilton: Scrumptious! I love outdoor maternity,and that last field one is tdf!

Angela Crutcher: Stunning images! They capture her beauty so well. Love these!!!

khunter: Thank you!! I really appreciate your kind words - it was such a fun session to do.

jen: These pics came out beautifully! What magic you have. The different settings and the sensitivity of the whole experience. I love them!

heather: what a fun session! love the feel of these!

Lina Lam: LOVE these Kathleen...so beautiful!! Love that last one especially!!!

Jessica: Beautiful light, beautiful mama, and that last shot is breath-taking!

Michelle Kane: Now that's a maternal glow. Beautiful!!

another sneaky peeky [durham child photographer]

October 9, 2009

One of the many things that I love about my job is all of the amazing families I get to meet. . . This week it was this sweet family of 5.

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Here’s Nathan, who was such a natural in front of the camera:

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And sweet Emma with the most beautiful Renaissance-style curls:

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And of course Ben, cutest little guy. . . watch out world!

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We photographed on Duke campus near the chapel.  Such a beautiful backdrop for a session!

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It was SUCH a pleasure photographing your family guys.  Hope you enjoy the sneak peek - many more images to come soon!

Peace~Kathleen

Angela Crutcher: Wonderful session! What a beautiful family and location!

This N that: These are all gorgeous! What a beautiful family. LOVE the close up of the little girl. -shellie

Katherine: What a beautiful family! I love how they're framed in the doorway!

jennifer: these are beautiful, and gorgeous family and I love the soft tones and location!

Mindy: Everything about these is beautiful! I love how natural and happy everyone is!

Rhonda Stark: love the location and that last shot .. so classic! beautiful work!

Jodie: Beautiful..the family picture couldn't be more perfect. I love how you put together the story boards. Great locations too. :) Dont you love it when families know how to dress..they look great. Jodie

Chandra: What a lovely session! I love love love the daughter's curls!

Kimberly Marie: Oh, the family will love these. The last two are perfect! Love them, beautiful work :)

Kristi Mangan: beautiful family and GORGEOUS location... these are great!

Jane Eaton Hamilton: Gorgeous peeps, and I love that little gal's hair!

Brianna Phelan: Ah beautiful family and awesome location. I love the 4th shot (2nd down of the girl) - beautiful!