Month: April 2018

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Newborn Photography Retreat

When I first started Newborn Photography, I quickly learned that this art was waaaaaay more than just “taking pictures.” The more research I did, the more I learned that safety is the #1 priority.  This is frightening.  Why? Because I see new newborn photographers “pop up” everywhere. People who have a camera and think it looks easy….so why not have a go at newborn photography? Don’t get me wrong…everyone needs to start somewhere. I’m not trying to knock anyone for pursing a passion. But…for me personally–I did not want to be “one of those” who just jumps in. In true “KatieRie” fashion, if I wanted to BE THE BEST I had to LEARN FROM THE BEST.  So that’s what I did. I didn’t want to move forward with the newborn photography aspect of my business if I wasn’t properly trained.  I wanted to learn the BEST and SAFEST techniques from the BEST. So I invested in education. In learning. And that investment is NOT CHEAP.  Why? Because the BEST learned from their best.  And THEY invested in THEIR education. See how this works?

Well, I stumbled upon an amazing workshop in Charlotte, NC about two years ago.  And because I took that workshop, I was able to partake in the refresher course which so happened to take place in the amazingly gorgeous Panama City Beach, FL. There were about 20 of us newborn photographers in a glorious beach house right. on. the. BEACH.  Guys!! I didn’t know ANYONE! Except the instructor, who didn’t really know me.  I was super DUPER nervous to travel and stay with a bunch of peeps I didn’t know.  The last time I did that was in college–YIKES!  But…it worked out beautifully. We did maternity photo shoots and a full day of newborn photography. We all got to talking, laughing, sharing a comradery, networking, talking business, sharing tips–it was EPIC! I mean…these were some of the BEST PHOTOGRAPHERS in the WORLD. How amazing is that?! Well…so amazing that I’m doing it again.  I met so many beautiful people from all over who are so open to helping and sharing techniques that we are all going back for more.

When it comes to newborn photography…please invest in someone who knows their stuff.  Not just with camera settings–but safely posing those tiny bundles. I can promise you that I have learned and studied from the most amazing photographers out there.  I will practice safety every. single. time. I can’t wait to snuggle and pose your little squishy bundle of love!

KatieRie Photography–Charlotte’s PREMIER Newborn Photographer.

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The Newborn & Baby Photography Studio

The Newborn & Baby Photography Studio is based out of Charlotte, NC and well equipped with state-of-the-art studio equipment. Because of my *slight* obsession with props for the studio, there are choices galore when it comes to outfits, headbands, backdrops, vintage props, and much, much MORE! Seriously…all you need to do is show up for your session. I take over from there. IF you have outfits you would like to use, bring them along to your session! The outfits from the studio are handmade specifically for photography. They are beautiful and delicate; fresh and timeless.  There are also plenty of textured layers and different backdrops to suit clients’ tastes. It’s basically an all-inclusive for your photography needs!  Wam, bam, thank you MAM!

Set up your session NOW!

 

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Fun Facts About KatieRie

  1. Jesus is my JAM
  2. I used to be a professional singer and dancer; my DREAM all my life was to live in New York City and be on Broadway. I DID live in NYC (and LOVED it) and I auditioned my little heart out for Broadway. Had a couple a big callbacks. Landed an Off Broadway show my first summer and performed with many extremely talented people.
  3. I performed as Cinderella and Snow White on the Disney Cruise Ship in the mainstage productions. I LOVE this little fact even more so now that I have little ones who are obsessed with Disney.
  4. I still have oodles of friends who are on Broadway.
  5. I have my Master’s Degree in Education. That’s right! I LOOOOOOVE me some teachers! I used to teach 6th grade literacy and LOVED it.
  6. I met my husband playing volleyball. He is WAAAAAY better at it than I am. I played for the beverages and laughs.
  7. We got engaged and married pretty quickly. We both knew EXACTLY what we were looking for.
  8. We then had THREE kids under THREE YEARS (I think we live off of extreme chaos). Safe to say I know what I’m doing with newborns.
  9. I coached high school gymnastics alongside MY high school gymnastics coach (whom I have always looked up to).
  10. I also coached high school long jump and triple jump.
  11. I ran track and UWEC and my husband played volleyball at UWEC; yet we didn’t meet until we were 30.
  12. I also sang in the top choir for UWEC and quickly learned that I loved singing more than running hurdles.
  13. I went to state for gymnastics as a team and individually.  I actually was a gymnast for 18 years.
  14. I still hold the record at Menomonee Falls High school for the 100m high hurdles.
  15. I used to wait tables in NYC and waited on many famous people (Robin Williams, Billy Crystal, Barbara Walters, Sarah Jessica Parker, Mathew Broderick…to name a few). I also believe that everyone should wait tables at least one time in their life.
  16. I love coffee and wine; sometimes more coffee if I’ve had too much wine;)
  17. I absolutely LOVE the ocean and warm weather, but I also love to ski.
  18. My parents are my heros.
  19. I think in parenting, you experience polar opposite emotions ALL. DAY. LONG.
  20. My husband and I LIVE for 8:30pm, when the kids are in bed and we can Netfix and chill.
  21. LOVE Game Of Thrones. John Snow anyone??
  22. I wear yoga pants 99.9% of the time, or I find ways to dress up yoga pants so they don’t look like “yoga pants.”
  23. I am passionate about eating healthy and working out. But I also LOVE eating cookie dough and Reeses.
  24. I feel like I have split personalities when it comes to cleaning & organizing–sometimes I do it and love it; other times I just hide things in closets.
  25. ABOVE ALL my GREATEST accomplishment in life is marrying my best friend (who is an AMAZING husband and daddy) and my three beautiful babies. They have made me who I am today.

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