laura + devon: winter wonderland

Congrats to Laura + Devon on their engagement! These two share a love for winter sports and its surroundings, so we headed up to Timberline Lodge for their engagement shoot. As a native Texan, being in this kind of snow had me prancing like a gazelle. I was in absolute awe of the landscape.

With that said, when we got out of the car, we were met with gusty winds and it was blistering, so much so that it knocked me right over. Literally. After a little embarrassment and a few laughs, we all agreed that a bit of warmth and hot chocolate (of course) would solve any problems.  Devon couldn’t feel his ears. Some time in the cozy lodge was savored, and we then decided to brave the outdoors. Miraculously, everything had turned calm and incredibly quiet. These two are so sweet together, and we had a lot of fun amongst the snow-capped trees. I was a relieved and thankful photographer that the earlier weather had passed. I think these two lovebirds were happy about that too. Laura + Devon, you were such patient troopers in the snow. Laura, you even wore cute shoes! How did you do it? Thank you for a wonderful afternoon and I can’t wait for your wedding.

(Click on the photos to view larger. I think they look nicer that way). 

harmony + javier: save-the-dates.

The other day, one of my brides sent me her save-the-date. You may recognize these two from this post. One, I find it really sweet when couples send me their save-the-date, and two, I absolutely love it when it is a photo from their engagement shoot. These were designed by Verelle Stuck, who is now based in Portland, Oregon. With the talent and aesthetic sensibility of a designer, photographs can take on another form in a truly creative way. Designers make a difference. Seeing these makes me even more excited to document Harmony and Javier's big day. Harmony, thanks for sharing this with me, and Verelle, beautiful work!

You can view more of Verelle's work here or by visiting www.verellestuck.com.

pam + aaron: engaged!

For her engagement photographs, Pam was sure of two things. She loved the view of beloved Portland from OHSU and she was inspired by the magic of Max Wanger. (I was excited about this idea because I am constantly moved by his photographs - with their simple, yet poignant beauty, their radiance and the emotional sweetness that permeates his work). Pam + Aaron, thanks for a fun filled time on that sun-drenched summer evening. Keep on laughing together. Congratulations on your engagement and all the best wishes for your wedding in Thailand!
Treat yourself to a little gift for your senses...see more of Max Wanger's work here.  I always leave inspired. Hope you will too.
(Click on the photos to view larger. I think they look nicer that way).

portrait special.

In eager anticipation of better Portland weather, I am happy to offer a new portrait special. It must be booked by June 1st, and take place in and around the city of Portland. Please click on the photo for all of the details or see below:

- 1- 2 hour session on location

- Online proofing gallery for viewing and ordering prints

- 75 custom designed save-the-date cards or postcards with image of your choosing

- Book by June 1st

- $200
- www.kimikolbaphoto.com

spring is in the air: ronald + brittany

For those of you who know me, you know that Mt. Tabor is one of my favorite Portland places. So, to photograph an adorable couple there on the first day of Spring with the sun pouring down on us felt pretty dreamy. Ronald and Brittany are so much fun, exuding a sweetness peppered with charming sarcasm that had me smiling and laughing throughout this shoot. Just by spending a bit of time with these two, you can see and feel the respect and love they have for one another. And, the way they look at each other will warm your heart. (Brittany had me at first glance with those doe eyes of hers). For you curious cats out there, his striking tattoo romantically marks the date of their wedding. Ronald and Brittany, thank you for a wonderful morning you little lovebirds.
PS: Thank you Brittany for the generous and kind words on your blog! They sent me over the moon. 
(Please click on the photos to view larger. I think they look nicer that way).

loving: billy + lulu

A little romance for your week...

These darlings make up the most dapper, charming couple I have ever met. I admire their philosophy on love and life, which is one of the reasons why we asked Billy to marry us.
Needless to say, I hold these two dear. I am delighted that I could photograph them on a rainy, grainy night in Portland.

hello love.

Hello all you lovebirds! I am so excited for this new special - just in time for Valentine's. It is hard for me to even think about February, but despite my denial, it is fast approaching! This special is available through February 7th in and around the city of Portland. As I've been told many times, Love One Another.

(Click on the photo to view the details) 
 or
hello love:

- 1-2 hour session on location

                         - Selection of edited images on Archival DVD

 - $175                                       
- www.kimikolbaphoto.com      

annie + russ: engaged

Allow me to introduce my dear friends, Annie and Russ who are getting hitched next month. Yay! Since I spend a lot of time photographing during the evening hours, Annie and Russ requested that their engagement shoot be at night - in my likeness and style. I was very excited about this idea, as I photograph a lot at night, but this was the first time it would be with a couple, and a fabulous couple to boot. These two are fun, creative, intelligent, thoughtful - the list goes on. I feel strongly that photography is a collaborative effort, and these two had an amazing energy in front of the camera that helped to create some of these shots. They were incredibly patient, willing to try anything, and troopers in this cold weather. Thank you to both of them. I can't wait for their wedding!