Gosh, where does the time go?I can't believe it's been 20 years since I arrived in Californiafrom the east coast to start this adventure in photography.
I used to say that I would stop shooting weddingswhen my client's children start hiring me. Well, the time is hereand I guess I'm not going anywhere soon.I'm not as old as I thought I would be :)
Here I am at my first photo job in New Jersey. Perms were the thing! How funny.(Looks like I took myself pretty seriously...he he)This store is gone now and a new strip mall is in its place.
It seems like yesterday when I packed my first cameraand little suitcase and hopped into my Ford Escortfor the big drive out west. Who knew I would never turn backand that KCP would grow into what it is today.
Here I am in the studio at Moto Photo.(The flash dance look was also in with the perm)I started as a kiddie photographer and had quite a reputation in my small town.
This is me in upstate New York with neighbors and my brother. My Fisher Price plastic camera was my favorite toy.Guess this was just meant to be!
In busy life, we sometimes forget to celebrate our accomplishments, so I am making a promise to myself to pause every once in a while this year to reflect on how far I have come as a photographer and honor all of the wonderful clients who have supported me throughout the years.
We are off to a running start in 2012 at KCP with ambitious plans for the new year. I am excited to be building a new website andto move into new directions with KCP while enhancing our current services. I will post the news at it unfolds.One of the most fulfilling projects is for me to start teachingphotography and I am also excited to work with ourlocal artists in Laguna with the birth of our new little artschool in the Canyon.
Stay tuned, more to come soon...
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We had such a blast documenting the
Ritz 2011 Howloween Costume Contest
which ended the firstYappy Hour Season with a bang!
Here is link to a fun slide show with highlights of the fun:
Yappy Hour2011Congratulations to the Best in Show Award Winner Gunner:
The lucky winners received a hand-painted dog bowl by
Faux Paws Productions two-night stay at the
Ritz Carlton and a beach session with our studio.
Other goodies for the contest were donated by
Mutt Lynch WineryWe look forward to the start of another seasonwith our furry friends next spring. This new tradition was a huge success and we hope the Ritz will continue the fun for years to come.
The hotel was proud to donate $7,500 from their sales to the
Pet Project Foundationwhere lost and abandoned animals have a second chance at a good life.
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Book Your Location Portrait before November 15:
$175 Session Fee(Reg $275)
Includes Online Proofing and One Digital Image(Groups over 6 may include additional fee)
to book your session onlineclick hereor call 949-497-8857 
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Exciting plans for the new
Laguna Beach Creative Arts Center at KCP
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Laguna photographer Katie Clark and Lagoonies artists
Coleen Corbett and Monica Jackson of Corbett Gallery
are combining resources with the opening of a
Creative Arts Center in Laguna canyon in 2012.
The center, located at Katie’s studio, will feature
various classes, workshops and gatherings focused
on creativity and the arts.
Their intention is to create a space for all ages to
experience art education by working together with
local artists in an alternative curriculum that supports
self-expression and community.
The center will offer classes in photography, painting, jewelry,
mixed media and more. Local teachers will be hand picked to
meet various needs as the center progresses. Art and photography
classes will culminate with group exhibitions and openings so
emerging artists can share their art with the community.
They are currently looking for paid art teachers and volunteers
willing to help out with start up tasks.
If you are interested in being on our contact list for classes
or would like to get involved as a teacher or volunteer:
please call Katie at 949-497-8857 or email info@kcpstudios.com
More information to follow as the center progresses...
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