Melissa & Jason's Fall Anniversary Shoot
Melissa & Jason celebrated their anniversary by having a photo shoot. I met Melissa at Maplewood Golf course, and every single time I am around her she has me giggling like a crazy woman. So you know that we were both laughing throughout their entire shoot! How fitting that we captured them at Maplewood Golf Course, they got all the pretty fall colors!
Melissa & Jason celebrated their anniversary by having a photo shoot. I met Melissa at Maplewood Golf course, and every single time I am around her she has me giggling like a crazy woman. So you know that we were both laughing throughout their entire shoot! How fitting that we captured them at Maplewood Golf Course, they got all the pretty fall colors!
Sierra & Zach with their Dog
I photographed Sierra & Zach a year ago at Whitetail Tree Farm and loved working with the two of them, so when they reached out about another round of photos and told me they were bringing their doggy, I was so excited!
I photographed Sierra & Zach a year ago at Whitetail Tree Farm and loved working with the two of them, so when they reached out about another round of photos and told me they were bringing their doggy, I was so excited!
Kalley Family Photos in Downtown Muncie with Kyla Jo Photography
I LOVE capturing this adorable family! They are so full of creativity and spunk and I love watching them grow!
I photographed Avery for the first time a year ago for her 2 year photos, Abrahm, Amiya, Alexa, & Avery this past Easter in the studio, Abrahm's 6 month photos, and Avery's 3 year photos just a couple of weeks ago.
I finally got the opportunity to capture the entire family all at once. Thank you guys for allowing me to document your family along the way!
I LOVE capturing this adorable family!
They are so full of creativity and spunk and I love watching them grow.
I photographed Avery for the first time a year ago for her 2 year photos, Abrahm, Amiya, Alexa, & Avery this past Easter in the studio, Abrahm's 6 month photos, and Avery's 3 year photos just a couple of weeks ago.
I finally got the opportunity to capture the entire family all at once in downtown Muncie. Thank you guys for allowing me to document your family along the way!
I mean how cute are they?!?
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Leah & Devin Wedding Reception
Get you a man that looks at you like Devin looks at Leah! I loved being able to capture Leah & Devin’s second wedding reception. It poured rain on my drive there and snowed about 2 inches on my way home. Somewhere in between Indiana’s dramatic weather, we got about 40 minutes to capture family, bridal, and couple portraits outside! The Cope Environmental Center was such a modern and unique venue, I loved the modern architecture and the natural light pouring in from outside. These two are so sweet and laid back, and have so much love for one another. Here is a large sneak peek of their family portraits, couple portraits, and a few details from their wedding reception.
Get you a man that looks at you like Devin looks at Leah!
I loved being able to capture Leah & Devin’s second wedding reception. It poured rain on my drive there and snowed about 2 inches on my way home. Somewhere in between Indiana’s dramatic weather, we got about 40 minutes to capture family, bridal, and couple portraits outside! The Cope Environmental Center was such a modern and unique venue, I loved the modern architecture and the natural light pouring in from outside. These two are so sweet and laid back, and have so much love for one another. Here is a large sneak peek of their family portraits, couple portraits, and a few details from their wedding reception.
Reception Venue: Cope Environmental Center http://www.copeenvironmental.org/
Wedding Dress: Unique Boutique in Knightstown, IN. https://www.facebook.com/UniqueBoutiqueandBridal/
Bouquet: Leah’s talented Mother
Hair: Kandra Jones (INSTAGRAM: Kandra_kay_)
Locations For Sessions
This blog post is for those of you who have scheduled a session with Kyla Jo Photography and now you are wondering, “Where should we have our session?”
These are some of the locations in Indiana and around Muncie that are some of my favorites. I will include reasons why I love these spots and which spots are best for families, seniors, pets, newborns, maternity, couples, and children sessions.
This blog post is for those of you who have scheduled a session with Kyla Jo Photography and now you are wondering, “Where should we have our session?”
These are some of the locations in Indiana and around Muncie that are my favorites or that I have shot at before. I will include reasons why I love these spots and which spots are best for families, seniors, pets, newborns, maternity, couples, and children sessions.
Whitetail Tree Farms
Whitetail Tree Farms is perfect for any winter session, when all of the trees are dead and there is not much color, the pine trees always make a gorgeous backdrop. During the fall, there are even more places to shoot with bright yellow trees, fence lines, and a cute pathway surrounded by trees.
Minnetrista Gardens
Minnetrista requires photographers to have a yearly pass to be able to shoot on their grounds, and I have one! YAY! Minnetrista is gorgeous in the spring with bright flowers and greenery everywhere. Minnetrista is great for families, with a simplistic nature feel, there are surrounding buildings that can be used as backdrops as well.
Reservoir
The reservoir has tons of locations, but I have found one that is gorgeous in the evening just before sunset! The trees are surrounding you, the water in the background, and the road is close by for some fun dipping and dancing shots! I would suggest this location in the evening just before sunset for the best lighting. If you are a little adventurous we can jump in the reservoir and capture some playful shots.
White River Water Fall & Park
If you are wanting to stick close to downtown Muncie, but want a little nature included in your session, this is the perfect classic spot. With a path lined with green shrubbery and an old building with steps for the family. Just across the road is Whiteriver, where shooting in the evening or on an overcast day is perfect. I have shot in the sun, pouring rain, cold and hot weather here at the park and I just love all of the outcomes!
Foellinger-Freimann Botanical Conservatory
This botanical garden is everything you could ever want for a senior session. Even though it is a little bit of a drive from Muncie Indiana, it is totally worth it! It is located in Fort Wayne, and has the most beautiful lighting and backdrops. I could spend hourssss here capturing your photos! If you are interested in a session here, there is a small travel fee, but like I said it is SO WORTH IT! Check out the website and all of the different gardens they offer.
Maplewood Golf Course (Location of Studio)
Maplewood is near and dear to my heart, as my studio is located just upstairs above the pro shop! Maplewood is perfect in the fall, with colors everywhere. Currently there is a huge tree that fell last year, we were all so sad, butttttt it makes for a really fun photo prop. There is also a tall grassy area for spring and summer shoots in the back of the course, your kids will love riding in the golf carts to get there! Of you are interested in getting a mixture of studio photos and outdoor photos, this is the perfect location for you.
Ball State University Quad
Ball State is pretty year round, with the old buildings and huge doorways. I usually meet at the art museum and go from there. The stair case is huge and is perfect for that large family photo, you have been wanting for years. Just around the building is a line of pine trees, that make for a great background in your family groupings or senior photos. I am very comfortable with campus (as a BSU Alumni) and know of other spots, such as the green house, fountain, village and a few others!
Cheyenne & Randy at Whitetail Tree Farm
OH MY WORD! Where do I begin, this is the only session this year that I have captured in the snow and I am in love! We could not feel our fingers after being out in the snow for about 30 minutes, but it was so worth it! Cheyenne and Randy were sooooo sweet to work with, I had such a great time with this married couple. I hope that I get to work with Cheyenne and Randy again in the future, because it was such a joy capturing them!
OH MY WORD! Where do I begin, this is the only session this year that I have captured in the snow and I am in love! We could not feel our fingers after being out in the snow for about 30 minutes, but it was so worth it! Cheyenne and Randy were sooooo sweet to work with, I had such a great time with this married couple. I hope that I get to work with Cheyenne and Randy again in the future, because it was such a joy capturing them!
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Ashlee, Jon, Lauren, Logan, Alaina, & Asher at Whitetail Tree Farm
I got to capture this blended family and they were stinking adorable! Ashlee, Jon, Lauren, Logan, Alaina, & Asher all met me at Whitetail Tree Farm where we captured their family photos! Asher had me giggling the entire time with his silly facial expressions and laughs. They were such a sweet family to work with and I hope to capture their family again in the future!
I got to capture this blended family and they were stinking adorable! Ashlee, Jon, Lauren, Logan, Alaina, & Asher all met me at Whitetail Tree Farm where we captured their family photos! Asher had me giggling the entire time with his silly facial expressions and laughs. They were such a sweet family to work with and I hope to capture their family again in the future!
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Sierra & Zach at Whitetail Tree Farm
These two were so cuddly and it definitely showed throughout their photos and especially in their sneak peek! I may actually have just chosen my favorites and those are all of them cuddling… Woops! Seriously, Sierra and Zach were so sweet, Zach did not complain once, I guess he was getting to kiss and hug on his adorable girlfriend. These two were so much fun to work with, I can not wait to share more from their session!
These two were so cuddly and it definitely showed throughout their photos and especially in their sneak peek! I may actually have just chosen my favorites and those are all of them cuddling… Woops!
Seriously, Sierra and Zach were so sweet, Zach did not complain once, I guess he was getting to kiss and hug on his adorable girlfriend the whole time, so that's a plus! These two were so much fun to work with, I can not wait to share more from their session!
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Takeisha and Nick Wedding // October 7, 2018
Takeisha & Nick are long standing clients who I have captured during all parts of their relationship, so it was fitting to capture their special day! Their day was absolutely perfect, her unique and beautiful wedding gown, all of the little details, the fall decor, their adorable son, the games they played on the dance floor, and the love this couple shares for one another. Thank you Nick and Takeisha for allowing me to be a part of your special day!
Takeisha & Nick are long standing clients who I have captured during all parts of their relationship, so it was fitting to capture their special day! Their day was absolutely perfect, her unique and beautiful wedding gown, all of the little details, the fall decor, their adorable son, the games they played on the dance floor, and the love this couple shares for one another. Thank you Nick and Takeisha for allowing me to be a part of your special day!
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Kiley and Coty Wedding // 9.29.18
Oh where do I start!?! Kiley & Coty’s wedding was absolutely perfect! The couple were so sweet, so in love, and so much fun to work with all day! The family and their bridal party were so sweet and so helpful and kept the dance floor full all night! The groom’s mother decorated the ceremony arbor with floral that had looked like a professional florist’s work! The bride’s father hosted the entire event at his gorgeous home. Years ago he had acquired a bottle of Crown Royal that was from the year he was born and told everyone he wouldn’t open it until his daughter’s wedding, the entire bridal party and family enjoyed a shot or two together after his toast to the bride and groom. I am so happy that I got the chance to capture this beautiful wedding and help preserve memories from their very special day!
Oh, Kiley & Coty’s wedding was absolutely gorgeous!
The couple were so sweet to work with, the bridal party were so helpful, and the family was so nice and so much fun! The ceremony & reception were both held at the bride’s father’s home, which was absolutely gorgeous! The ceremony was held in the back yard with an arbor that the groom's mom decorated with gorgeous floral. The reception was a blast with the dance floor full the entire time! Thank you to both of you, your friends, and your family for allowing me to be apart of your special day!
Elyssa & James // Maternity Session
Oh my word! Where do I start with this adorable unique little family? So James and Elyssa travel all over the place with the fair with their two little girls! Do you know how much respect I have for this family, I can’t imagine having two little girls within 10 months of each other and expecting a third while TRAVELING 6 months of out of the year!
It rained and rained this past week and I thought we were going to catch a small break from the pouring rain… but I was wrong. I messaged Elyssa and told her I would understand if she wanted to reschedule, I was expecting a “Yes I will need to reschedule to a time when its not pouring!” But instead I got a “We might as well go for it!” (I was so excited!)
We got to the White river and it was just sprinkling, so we got out and started our photo session under a tree and then headed down to the river. As soon as we got down to the water it started raining even harder, we then headed across the street to a small park, it of course started raining harder. Elyssa, James, nor the two kids ever complained. I kept apologizing that it was raining so hard and she could have cared less! They all rocked this session and it was honestly so sweet and romantic, with the two cuddling up to each other in the rain, dancing with each other, and watching the two kiddos play and splash in the rain puddles. I am so excited to share a few photos from this perfect session! Thank you Elyssa & James for being AMAZING clients and just going with the flow!
Oh my word! Where do I start with this adorable unique little family? So James and Elyssa travel all over the place with the fair with their two little girls! Do you know how much respect I have for this family, I can’t imagine having two little girls within 10 months of each other and expecting a third while TRAVELING 6 months of out of the year!
It rained and rained this past week and I thought we were going to catch a small break from the pouring rain… but I was wrong. I messaged Elyssa and told her I would understand if she wanted to reschedule, I was expecting a “Yes I will need to reschedule to a time when its not pouring!” But instead I got a “We might as well go for it!” (I was so excited!)
We got to the White river and it was just sprinkling, so we got out and started our photo session under a tree and then headed down to the river. As soon as we got down to the water it started raining even harder, we then headed across the street to a small park, it of course started raining harder. Elyssa, James, nor the two kids ever complained. I kept apologizing that it was raining so hard and she could have cared less! They all rocked this session and it was honestly so sweet and romantic, with the two cuddling up to each other in the rain, dancing with each other, and watching the two kiddos play and splash in the rain puddles. I am so excited to share a few photos from this perfect session! Thank you Elyssa & James for being AMAZING clients and just going with the flow!
Meranda & Damon Wedding // July 8th 2018
Location: Meg's Country Celebrations
Date: July 8th 2018
I am so happy to have been able to capture Meranda & Damon's wedding on Sunday, it was absolutely gorgeous! Their adorable daughter Norah was their flower girl, and she couldn't have been any cuter. The entire wedding party and family were super fun to work with! Congratulations to such a fun and sweet couple.
Location: Meg's Country Celebrations
Date: July 8th 2018
I am so happy to have been able to capture Meranda & Damon's wedding on Sunday, it was absolutely gorgeous! Their adorable daughter Norah was their flower girl, and she couldn't have been any cuter. The entire wedding party and family were super fun to work with! Congratulations to such a fun and sweet couple.
Savana Family Session // Muncie, Indiana
Here is just a small sneak peek of the Savana's Family Session at Minnetrista in Muncie, Indiana.
The family included two grandparents, 4 parents, and 8 children!
Here is just a small sneak peek of the Savana's Family Session at Minnetrista in Muncie, Indiana.
The family included two grandparents, 4 parents, and 8 children!
Nichole & Steven // 5.20.18
Nichole & Steven had a small and quaint wedding at Whitetail Tree Farms. The couple were so much fun to work with, they traveled all the way from California to be with family on their special day. Thank you both for letting me capture your wedding day, here is a small sneak peek!
Nichole & Steven had a small and quaint wedding at Whitetail Tree Farms. The couple were so much fun to work with, they traveled all the way from California to be with family on their special day. Thank you both for letting me capture your wedding day, here is a small sneak peek!
Andrea, Alex, & Alayna Family Session // Whitetail Tree Farms
I had met Andrea and her daughter Alayna at a craft bazaar, where I had a photo booth set up at, I had mentioned that Alayna was a spitting image of Andrea (but seriously they are twins). The three of them, Andrea's parents and sister also attended the photo session. They were all so easy to work with and the session went so smoothly. I look forward to working with this sweet family again in the near future!
I had met Andrea and her daughter Alayna at a previous craft show that I had a booth set up at, The three of them, Andrea's parents and sister also attended the photo session. They were all so easy to work with and the session went so smoothly. I look forward to working with this sweet family again in the near future!
Ashley & Zach // Couples Session
Ashley & Zach Meadows were such a sweet couple, they were fun to work with and so naturally in love with each other. I am so happy they chose me to capture a mini session of the two of them this winter.
Ashley & Zach Meadows were the sweetest couple, they were fun to work with and so naturally in love with each other. I am so glad they chose me to capture the two of them this past winter.
Winter Minis With The Christmas Trees // Heather, Bradley, & Malachi
This mini session had me laughing the entire time, from the little energetic yorkie (Bella) to Malachi laughing and smiling the ENTIRE session! Bradley, Heather, and Malachi were a joy to work with and I look forward to capturing their adorable little family again in the future!
Family Session At Whitetail Tree Farms // Hodges Family
The Hodges were troopers, even though their little one was shivering by the end of the session, they did amazing in the 30 degree weather. I loved working with these three, thank you to the Hodge family for choosing me for your family session! Here is just a small sneak peek, I look forward to photographing your family again (Hopefully when it's warmer)!
The Hodges were troopers, even though their little one was shivering by the end of the session, they all did amazing in the 30 degree weather. I loved working with these three, thank you to the Hodges family for choosing me for your family session. Here is just a small sneak peek, I look forward to photographing your family again (Hopefully when it's warmer)!
Winter Minis With The Christmas Trees // Degner Family
It was 30 degrees out but this couple did not let the cold stop their fun! Robin & Mike Degner brought Christmas props and fun outfits for their Christmas Mini Session at Whitetail Tree Farms.
It was 30 degrees out but this couple did not let the cold stop their fun! Robin & Mike Degner brought Christmas props and festive outfits for their Christmas Mini Session at Whitetail Tree Farms.
Gabby & Nathan White // Wedding
I got the pleasure of photographing Gabby & Nathan's beautiful ceremony and reception in Downtown Indianapolis. I met Gabby at her apartment on the edge of the city, and was blown away with out beautiful the lighting was inside of her apartment. Congrats to Gabby & Nathan White on such a beautiful day and hopefully a beautiful future together!
Assisting for Kirsten Wray Photography out of Fishers, Indiana.
Wedding Photographed in Downtown Indianapolis, Indiana.