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Tips for Photographing Children (Who don’t always want to be in Photos)

One of the main reasons I wanted to learn how to work my camera was so that I could take good pictures of my children. And as Murphy’s law would have it, I have the most difficult children to photograph! I don’t often pull out my “big camera,” but when I do, my kids seem to run in the opposite direction or throw up their hands and yell, “STOP!” Or, even worse, they make ridiculous faces or stick out their tongues (see sidebar for some of the funniest). I swear it’s wired into their brains to do that! I tell my families all the time that I have more, better photos of other people’s children than my own! But on occasion, they do cooperate, and I have been able to capture some treasures! If you’re trying to get good photographs of your own children, here are some suggestions that might help!

Children, Families, Life, Motherhood, Photography Education, PhotographyKimberly CaubleJune 10, 2022Kimberly Cauble PhotographyComment

Happy Birthday to Me!!!

This month Kimberly Cauble Photography turned ten. I’m TEN YEARS OLD, YA’LL! Ten years ago, I would have never dreamed that my little side gig taking family portraits for friends and family would grow into a full-blown business that is continuing to thrive a decade later. Over the last ten years, I have learned so much…some of the early photos I took make me cringe—my composition, exposure, and editing style has changed so much and improved tenfold (pun intended)! But even so, many of you have stuck with me through the last decade, and for that, I am truly grateful!

“Love is the Flower You’ve Got to Let Grow”

Back in the Fall of 2015, I had the honor of photographing the wedding of Kaylan and John Petty. Little did I know that there was a seed planted that day that would end up blossoming into a romance between Kaylan’s maid of honor, Samantha, and one of John’s groomsmen, Blake! A little over 5 years later, these two lovebirds were married themselves in an open field on a beautiful Spring day, surrounded by family, friends, and flowers gathered from both their families’ yards. It was such a beautiful day!

This wedding was truly a DIY wedding, with so many services and details provided by dear friends and family of the bride and groom. Everything, from the flowers to the catering, had special meaning to Samantha and Blake.

Love Stories, Photography, Portraits, WeddingsKimberly CaubleJune 24, 2021The Cabins at Kings MountainComment

What’s the Craziest Thing You’ve Experienced as a Photographer?

“What’s the craziest thing you’ve experienced as a photographer?”

I actually get that question a lot! Thankfully, I have not had any horror bridezilla stories, been mauled by a drunk wedding guest, or fallen into a lake. But I thought it would be fun to reflect on my experiences over the last eight years and write down some of my crazy stories, “Friends”-style, of course!

Wedding Tips from a Photographer

After 10+ years shooting weddings, I’ve learned a lot about the flow of the day and things that can make or break a wedding. It’s such an important day, and your photographs will be cherished memories, so you want to make sure you plan for them! Here is a list of many tips I have learned through the years for all my future brides as they prepare for their big days.

Photographers I Love to Learn From (and Kind of Idolize)

I love photography, and I love learning.

I learn best from hands-on experiences, but reading and listening to others’ experiences, especially when they speak in a way that I can understand, is a fantastic learning opportunity as well! There are a ton of amazing photographers out in the world, and I have been blessed to connect with and learn from some of the most talented. These are my top ten favorite photographers to learn from (in no particular order!)…

Understanding the Exposure Triangle | Digital Photography Education

Aperture. Shutter speed. ISO. The holy trinity of photography—the exposure triangle.

But what are these, and how do you make them work together?

First, you have to understand that photography is literally “writing with light.” As I teach the students in my ELA class every year, “photo” means light and “graph” means write. Aperture, shutter speed, and ISO all have to do with controlling the light you allow into your camera so that you can expose, or make clear, your image. But there are other effects that you can achieve by controlling aperture, shutter speed, and ISO that aren’t light related—bokeh, blur, and grain.

Where to Begin Learning About Photography | Digital Photography Education

Whether or not you want to become a professional photographer or not, learning photography can be one of the most challenging yet rewarding things you can do. There is SO MUCH information out there, but where do you even begin? First, you must master your camera. Then, you must master your craft.

Just Launched: KCP Fine Art Print Shop!

Well, I did it. I took another leap into the unknown parts of this home-grown photography business and opened my own Print Shop! Photography has always been a passion of mine, and before I even started this business, I was printing photos I took to hang on the walls of my home. Beautiful images are meant to be shared, so I thought, why not? Why not share some of the photos I have taken through the years of Switzerland, Austria, Italy, Disney World (of course!), the Florida coast, and some of the gorgeous locations right in our own backyards?

Visit the Print Shop to see more and order a print for your home or other gifts created from the photos (greeting cards, canvases, magnets, coasters, playing cards, Christmas ornaments, and more—which are also available to any of my weddings or portrait sessions)! The prices are very reasonable, and the quality produced by my gallery host is exceptional.

How to Love on your Photographer

It’s Valentine’s Day! And yes, I still have Christmas cards hanging up. The ones my clients sent me with the photos I took for them are my favorites, and I just can’t bear to take them down! I love, love, love this job, and the love my clients show me fills my bucket in a way that sometimes even my own family can’t. So instead of a typical “Happy Valentine’s Day” post, I thought I’d share something a little different! Whether I am your photographer or you use someone else, here are five ways that you can show your love for us!

Just Because..., PhotographyKimberly CaubleFebruary 14, 2020Photographers, Kimberly Cauble PhotographyComment

What to Wear for Senior Portraits | Senior Portrait Photographer

You’ve got your senior portrait session scheduled—whoo hoo! You have a location you love—sweet! 2-3 outfits are the norm for a senior session—gulp! So what do you wear? This is a question I am asked often by my clients, so here are some ideas that might help!