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The kDarling journal is a place for real session stories, thoughtful tips, and inspiration for families who want to preserve the moments that matter most. From maternity and newborn portraits to milestones, seniors, and the little in-between seasons, you’ll find stories and guidance to help you feel prepared and connected before your own session.

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Joyfully, Kristin

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If you’ve followed along with my Facebook or Instagram posts for any amount of time, you’ll know this family is no stranger to kDarling Photography. The Perez family has been in front of my camera for several years starting with maternity pictures when Erika was expecting their middle child Walter. I was thrilled when they […]

Perez Family | 6 Month Milestone Session

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When I travel I don’t buy souvenirs. My souvenirs are photographs – memories. Recently I traveled to Cabo San Lucas, Mexico to photograph a destination wedding. Since we were there for business and not play I didn’t stray from the resort, however, the scenery right there at our hotel, the Riu Palace was gorgeous!

Tips For Great Vacation Photos

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It’s been such an honor to photograph so many big moments in this couple’s lives from their engagement session to their beautiful fall wedding complete with a dream outdoor reception at Maddie’s mom’s home and now maternity pictures.

Waiting for baby Darling!!

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If time could be frozen, I would consider doing it. Momentarily. To just bottle up and keep on a shelf, all the magic of these fleeting childhood years. But I suppose that in itself is another wish, isn’t it? And perhaps we should just stop wishing for a while and focus on being present.

Milestone Mini Sessions – New!!

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There are many reasons why couples choose to have a destination wedding…

JAKE + LAURA | RIU PALACE | CABO SAN LUCAS, MEXICO

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