Kara Stovall Photography

Merry Christmas and Happy New Year!

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Merry Christmas from my family to yours! Thank you to all of my clients who made 2011 a very successful year for us. We appreciate your business and hope to see you again in 2012. May you all have a blessed New Year!

Congratulations Robyn & Tom!

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Congratulation Robyn & Tom! I photographed their wedding almost 4 years ago so I was thrilled to be able to photograph their sweet 1 week old baby, Sidney.

Now Booking Beach Portrait Sessions

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Welcome to my blog! To view samples of my work and more information please visit my website at www.karastovallphotography.com.

We are now booking Beach Portrait Sessions. Call to reserve your session today 843-446-2051 or email karastovallphoto@aol.com .

The sitting fee is $85 for parties of 6 or less and $100 for parties of 7 or more and it is due at the time of the session.

Beach Sessions usually last 1 hour but please reserve 2 hours of your time. The best time of day for beach portrait sessions is about an hour before sunset. We do take posed shots but we also take a lot of "candid looking" and "fun" shots.

I recommend you schedule the portrait session for the beginning of your trip if you are visiting the area. That way there will be plenty of time to reschedule if it rains.

Solid colored clothing works best. Try to avoid stripes or "busy" patterns. Your group doesn't have to wear the same color but try to make sure the colors you are wearing match and don't clash. Children look great in bright colors or white. Feel free to bring any hats, hair bows, meaningful toys, props, etc. that you want to be in the photo with your child.

When photographing groups we usually start with the largest group and then break it down into smaller family groups, kids, couples, siblings, and any other combinations you would like. There is no set number of photographs that we take.

I usually do Beach Portrait Sessions at Huntington Beach State Park in Murrells Inlet. It is located about 25 minutes south of Myrtle Beach. I prefer to do beach sessions there because it has nice sand dunes and usually is not as crowded as other sections of the beach. There is another location at Myrtle Beach State Park. There is a pier there that is nice to use but the sand dunes are much smaller than Huntington Beach State Park so you are limited to using the ocean only as a background. I have passes for my car and 2 other cars to get into the parks. If you will be in more than two cars you will need to pay the per person park fee or we can meet at another location. I can travel to your location, however, there may be people or hotels that I cannot avoid getting in the photographs. There will be a per photograph fee to remove objects from photographs.

Proofs are uploaded to an online website for viewing and purchasing. You have 30 days to place your orders. We do also offer discs of the final photographs. Please call or email for a quote. Print prices are listed on the website in the "Portrait" section.

Please contact us with any questions you may have or to reserve your session.

Album Options

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The Original Album holds either 4x5's, 5x7's or 8x10's depending on the size of the album you order . The 4x5 album holds 30 4x5s, the 5x7 holds 30 5x7's or a mixture of 5x7's and 4x5's. The 8x10 album holds 30 8x10's or a mixture of 4x5's, 5x7's and 8x10's. It comes in different colors. The cover can be blank, have your monogram, "Our Wedding", "Our Daughter's Wedding", your names, etc. People often put the wedding date in the bottom right corner. It can also have a square cut out with a photo in the center.

The Original Album

The Spine of the Original Album

The pages of the Original Album

The Original Album

The pages of the Original Album

The Cover of the Digital Elegance Album

The Digital Elegance Album has the photos printed on the pages like a book rather than inserted under mats. The pages are thick and hard. The cover comes in different colors. Monograms do not work on this album but you can put the writing of your choice or have a square cutout in the center with a photo in it.

Digital Elegance Album

Digital Elegance Album (above)

Cover of a Press Printed Book ( hard pages)

The Press Printed Book is a thinner book than the Digital Elegance Album. It has the images printed on the pages like a book and not inserted under mats. The pages are harder than the Coffee Table Book we offer and they come in gloss or matte finish.

Side view of the Press Printed Book

Cover of a Coffee Table Book

The Coffee Table Book is thin and has regular thin book pages. The photos are printed on the actual pages like a book and not inserted under mats.

Inside of Coffee Table Book

Side View of Pages of Coffee Table Book

Both the Press Printed Book and the Coffee Table Book can be used as a wedding album, engagement album, bridal album or as a photo guest book.

Below is an example of a sample Press Printed Book that could be used as a guest book. There is a large amount of white space in this sample album so guests can sign it and write personal messages. These are very popular today. Most people put regular guest books in a closet and never look at them again. The photo guest book is something you treasure and want to look at time and time again.

CoverPage 1

Pages 2-3

Pages 4-5

Pages 6-7

Pages 8-9

Pages 10-11

Pages 12-13

Pages 14-15

Pages 16-17

Pages 18-19

Pages 20-21

Pages 22-23

Pages 24-25

Pages 26-27

Page 28

Below is another type of photo guest albums we offer

This album has actual photos inserted in it and has black space for the guests to sign and leave personal messages.

The cover of this type of Photo Guest Signing Album

The front and back of the Photo Guest Signing Album

Pages are thick and hard

Monica and Brett's Engagement Session

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I went to Greenville, SC for Monica and Brett's engagement session. I am from Greenville so it was nice to go home and briefly visit with my family too. I forgot how beautiful Greenville is in the fall. At the beach we don't have all the trees that change color and I miss that! We had a great time walking around downtown despite the rain and mud. The countdown to the wedding date has begun!

Please Vote For Us

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Please vote for us for Best of the Beach in the Photography Category by clicking on this link:

http://wmbf.cityvoter.com/kara-stovall-photography/biz/509011?for=weddings%2fphotographer

It only takes a minute. You fill in your name, email, and birthdate and then it will send you a return email that you just have to click on for it to count your vote. You will not get spam from this.

Last year we placed in the top 5! We appreciate your votes!

Little Miss Harper

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Isn't she the cutest? I love taking baby photos! I photographed Harper's parent's wedding so I was thrilled to get to take some photos of Little Miss Harper too! Congratulations Meghan and Seth. She is precious. This is just a peek of the session from this weekend...more to come.

My Girls

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Best Friends

2010 has been a very busy year and I haven't kept up with the blog but I have a brand new one that I plan to update regularly in the works for 2011. So please keep checking back with us.

These are some recent photos of my twins, Kaylie and Taylor. They are what my world revolves around when I am not working. They will be two in a couple months so they are a handful right now but I am loving every minute of it!

Congratulations Elizabeth and Mac!

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Congratulations Elizabeth and Mac! . Here is a sneak peek...many more to come.

Woody and Emili's Engagement Photos

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I love doing engagement sessions, especially when the couple is up for having some fun which Emili and Woody were. They are an adorable couple and I am looking forward to their wedding. Congratulations Woody and Emili!

A Tribute to Sweet Baby Maia 7/25/09 - 5/26/10

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Maia and her daddy getting her to smile

Shannon, Maia, Myself and my twin babies, Kaylie and Taylor

Baby Maia is the daughter of one of my best childhood friends, Shannon. I was lucky enough to meet her and to be able to photograph their family earlier this year at their house. These are some of the photos from the visit. It was snowing outside so we took some photos inside and I am so grateful that we did because shortly after this she was put back in the hospital. She fought a very tough battle with HLHS, a congenital heart syndrome. My thoughts, prayers, and heart go out to their family.

Becky's Bridal

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Becky is a very brave bride! I did not make her get in the tree but I was really glad she did!

Baby "R"

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When I was pregnant with my twin babies, I photographed Shellene and Mark's wedding. So I was honored when they called me to photograph their brand new baby. I am so happy for them!!! Best wishes to them and their new, happy family!

Mary Margaret Bourne and Jeremiah Williams

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I had so much fun photographing this engagement session - even in the freezing cold and rain. I previously photographed Mary Margaret's sister's wedding and I also previously photographed Jeremiah's brother's wedding. I have also photographed a lot of Murrells Inlet events where they have been guests and I can tell you that anywhere the Bourne ladies are is bound to be a good time! They are not only beautiful girls but they are also very talented. They own Socialite in Murrells Inlet so if you want some amazing clothes then go and check it out.

I was one of the first people to see this relationship coming. I was photographing an event and saw the two of them falling for each other and even took some photos to prove it. Who knew it would lead to this? I am so happy for them. I think they are the perfect couple and I wish them an eternity of happiness.

Happy 1st Birthday Kaylie and Taylor!

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CELEBRATING MY DAUGHTERS' 1ST BIRTHDAY
The past year has been the best year of my life and I am loving every minute with my girls. I had this idea that I wanted to take photos of the girls eating their first birthday cake at my studio. I have to tell you that this shoot did not go exactly as planned. I intended to have party hats on the girls and balloons in the background, etc. but being the mom (of 2) as well as the photographer makes things a little.....okay A LOT... more difficult. By the time I got both girls fed, bathed, dressed, and to the studio ....they were ready for a nap (and maybe I was too). And trying to keep 2 babies that have just learned to walk on the background (when they would rather be on my lap) while taking their photos at the same time...not so easy. So all the ideas went out the window and here is what we got......not exactly what I had in mind but cute memories anyway. The last photo shows you how the shoot ended.....my daughter was READY to go and crawled right through the cake.....haha...what can u do?

My daughter, Taylor, and her first (toy) camera

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This is one of my twins, Taylor, playing with her toy camera. She looks pretty good with a camera....way to make her momma proud!

My babies are celebrating their first birthday this Saturday the 23rd. Cake photos will be taken and posted soon. I am going to put a cake in front of them and let them go for it......stay tuned to see what happens.

The bridal show at the convention center went really well. Thanks to everyone who stopped by to see me. The next bridal show is January 31st at the Myrtle Beach Hilton. I hope to see you there.

Imaging USA in Nashville Tennessee

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A couple snapshots from my hotel at Opryland in Nashville.

I just got back from Imaging USA's photography convention in Nashville, TN. I spent 4 days taking classes, visiting vendor booths to check out some great new products that I plan to offer, and hanging out with some photographer friends. Imaging USA hosts classes by some of the world's top photographers. The 1st day of class I sat in between Jerry Ghionis and David Jay. For a photographer that is the equivalent of sitting in between Brad Pitt and George Clooney. They are amazingly talented and are 2 people that I greatly admire. I learned a lot and saw some great new products that I will be launching soon. I had fun but I was thrilled to return home to see my husband, Neale, and our precious twins, Kaylie and Taylor. They will turn 1 on January 23rd. It is amazing how time flies. I will be at the bridal show this Sunday the 17th at the Myrtle Beach Convention Center. Please stop by my booth and say hello!

MERRY CHRISTMAS!

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Merry Christmas from my family to yours! These are some Christmas photos of my twin baby girls, Taylor and Kaylie. They are 10 1/2 months old and they are growing so quickly! Kaylie just started to walk and Taylor won't be far behind. She wants to do everything her sister does. I am having a blast with them. They are such sweet babies. They keep my husband, Neale, and I very busy but we are treasuring every minute of it. We are very blessed. I hope all of you have a Happy Holiday Season!

Couture for the Cure

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Hi Friends, Please go to http://wmbf.cityvoter.com/kara-stovall-photography/biz/509011 and vote for me for Best of the Beach in the wedding photography catagory. I have a separate personal blog for my precious little twins, Kaylie and Taylor. I am such a proud mother that I thought I would share it with all of you..... http://www.karaandneale.blogspot.com/ I am off to Key West for a much needed vacation.....I will be back next week but I will have my phone 843-446-2051 if anyone needs me. Love to you all!

The Little White Dress and Pine Lakes Country Club hosted Couture for the Cure. It was a fabulous charity event for Breast Cancer. Here are a few pics of the fashion show.

Nicole and Jeff Cline

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My babies are ready for their first Halloween!

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My twin daughters, Kaylie and Taylor, are ready for their 1st Halloween. They just turned 9 months old. They have just become really mobile so I have my hands full but I am loving every minute of it!

Life is Good!

2009-10-08T18:30:00.000-07:00

It is hard to believe October is here! Wedding season is going strong. October is always really busy for me because the weather is usually perfect. This weekend I have Sunny and Kevin's wedding (some engagement photos below) and Webster University's Graduation. Congratulations to all of the students who are graduating this weekend.

We are booking now for Christmas Card sessions so call to make your appointments. Sessions can be in studio, on the beach, or on location.

These are some photos of my two little angels, Kaylie and Taylor. They are 8 months old and have just started crawling and sitting up by themselves. My life just got a little crazier but I am loving every minute of it. This week the girls both said there first words that sounded like more than just baby babble. Both of their first clearly spoken words were Da-Da........oh well....you can't win them all!!!!

Sunny and Kevin get married this weekend!

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This weekend Sunny and Kevin will get married in Pawleys Island and then have their reception at Caledonia. These are a few of the engagement photos taken at Caledonia. I am looking forward to it and praying for good weather!

September Already!

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Hi Everyone,

It has been a while since I have been on here but I am going to try to be better about updating the site. Thanks to everyone for helping make this a very successful year so far. I have been booked non-stop and enjoying every minute of it. I love that every day brings a new and exciting experience.
The top eight photos I am posting are of my 7 month old baby twins, Taylor and Kaylie. They have been such a blessing in my life! I never knew how much I would love being a mother. My husband, Neale, and I are having so much fun with them. Luckily, they are very good babies. They are complete opposites. Taylor is my laid back, smiley baby and Kaylie is my hyper baby who is all over the place. They are about to start crawling so I know I am going to be in trouble soon. When I am not shooting or editing photos, this is what my life revolves around. Life is good!

I have posted a few photos of some recent shoots below. I have tons more to post! Most of the time I am not shooting is spent editing photos so I haven't had much time to blog. I am working on a new blog (which I will update much more frequently) and on adding some really great new products so please check back in soon!! I hope everyone had a wonderful summer. Christmas will be here before you know it so call me if you want to set up an appointment for photos for Christmas cards.

Jennifer and Daniel 3-28-09

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Jennifer and Daniel are a very genuine and kind couple. I got to know them when we did their engagement photos. By the wedding day, Daniel knew what I was ask him to do before I even said anything! I must say I was pretty impressed.

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Brooke's Senior Photos

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Brooke is graduating soon so we hit the beach and took some senior photos. We got a little carried away and took tons of photos but had a great time. She is a beautiful girl and I wish her the best!

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TERRA AND ANDY

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These are some shots from a recent engagement session I did of Terra and Andy. I love engagement sessions because it gives me a chance to get to know the couple and it gives the couple a chance to know what to expect on their wedding day. They are an adorable and fun couple and we had a blast!

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BABY ANNOUNCEMENT

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This is one of the baby announcements that my studio offers. This is the actual announcement that I just sent out to my friends and family.

BABY ANNOUNCEMENT BACK

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This is the back of my baby announcement. (My last name is Chinn by marriage)

My daughter Taylor

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I absolutely love being a mother. There is nothing in the world like it. These are some snapshots I took of the girls who are now 7 1/2 weeks old.

My daughter Kaylie

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Welcome to my Blog!

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Hi everyone!! I know I have been saying that I was going to do this blog for a while but between being on bedrest and having my twins, things have been a little bit busy. The babies were born January 23, 2009. They were in the hospital for a few weeks but are now home and healthy. My husband, Neale, and I feel very blessed and excited to have them home. We thank everyone for their patience and prayers throughout my pregnancy. I started this blog to update everyone on my life and to post some photos from the weddings, events, portraits, etc. that I shoot. So please check back in because there will be more to come soon!!!

My daughters Taylor and Kaylie

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Kara and Taylor

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My daughter Kaylie

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My daughter Taylor

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My daughter Taylor

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