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ABOUT

 

Hi. We’re Katie and Chuck. I (Katie) started this business a few years ago, with nothing more than a little bit of hope and a lot of ideas. And the past few years have brought more than I could have ever dreamed of; We’ve traveled halfway around the globe and back again. Our images have graced the covers of magazines and colored the pages of newsprint. We’ve met some of the worlds most distinguished people, and been nationally ranked among the best of the best. But at the end of the day, our passion is driven by the things we value the most: our families, our friends, and the memories we’ve created together. 

 

If you took a peek into our homes, you would find old walls adorned with photographs of some of the most seemingly simple moments in our lives: a newborn baby, sleeping peacefully in her bassinet, the sun peeking on her face as it rises on the very first morning of her life. Two boys, snuggled under a tent of blankets on the living room floor, watching the television under the amber glow of the Christmas tree. And dozens of frames of those who without we would not be here today. 

 

To us, these memories are what define our lives. And to our clients, these same simple moments are the diving force behind choosing us to document the first day of their life together.  Our vision combines romance, insight, and skill to offer a unique perspective on everyday moments.

 

If you value art, if you value family and love, and you too are looking emotionally rich, meaningful images … e-mail us. Call us.  We’d love to be a part of your story.

 

 

 

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MEET US

 

 

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About Katie: I want to cover your day in a way that highlights the joy and sincerity that surrounds you and the people you love. Some emotions are unbridled, but most are nuanced and fleeting.  When you look back at your set of images, I want you to be transported back to that day and to have those feelings rekindled.

I need very little from you to do my job.  My role is to be an observer and a listener.  The less time I spend interrupting, the more time I can spend watching, waiting, and capturing the moments that should be remembered.

If I’m there to record it, it will be without a list, without printed pages of images from other photographers that you’d like to see imitated.  I’ll be there as me – and I’ll be capturing you.

-Katie

photo credit: Monica Munoz (http://thewildbrides.com)

 

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About Chuck: As a full-time dean, coach, husband, and father to three amazing boys, it wouldn’t surprise you that one of Chuck’s biggest strengths is his ability to balance life. And the same holds through in his photography: He’s able to effortlessly balance a scene, each piece of the image perfectly placed, patiently waiting for him to click the shutter.

Previously ranked as one of the top 10 photographers in the world by WPJA, and all around nice guy, Chuck joined me full-time in 2015.  Like a great team should be, our photos work in tandem, blending together – much like his images – effortlessly.

 

 

 

 

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STUFF OUR CLIENTS SAY

 

 

“WOW. Tears. Need we say more?”

“Katie, thank you times infinity! I love your sweet and subtle ways. It’s really does stand out in your photography. I’m so happy that the stars aligned so that we were able to have you part of long cherished memories. I truly appreciate you. Thank you truly, madly, deeply.”

“This is art at it’s finest.”

“Thank you for making the world so beautiful.”

“We just saw the pictures that you took from our wedding and they are mind blowing … simply beautiful. I am speechless and love all of them. Thank you for capturing the best day of my (our) life in such an amazing way.”

“Timeless, Raw, Emotional, Real, Unique, Grand, Natural, Poetic”

“I’m speechless.”

“Thank you so much for taking the most amazing photos! I loved every one of our engagement photos that you posted to your blog. I don’t think I’ve ever seen Mark look so happy in a picture before. You are fantastic! These photos are exactly what we were looking for. It’s difficult to articulate but there is a sense of authenticity to these shots. We had such a wonderful time and we’re so happy with the decision to take the engagement photos.”

“Your work made this day unforgettable. We are truly blessed to have you be a part of this important moment in our lives. We cannot say thank you enough!”

“Perfection.”

“The engagement pictures are AWESOME!!! I look at the pictures can’t imagine how great the wedding pictures will be!”

“We can’t stop looking at the photos! There is so much emotion in every image …”

“This is exactly what we wanted in a photographer and more!!!!!”

“I can’t stop looking at these blog images! Every photo leaves me wanting to know more of the story!”

“Exquisite! Stunning! Wow wow wow!”

“I feel like I bought a piece of art from my wedding day. A single, unique, thoughtful, beautiful, deep, inspiring piece of art. ”

“Katie has an amazing ability to see the beauty in everything.”

“To any bride looking for timeless, beautiful, and insanely unique images, book them: you won’t be disappointed”

“I’m going to keep this short: Katie Merkle is one of the industries best kept secrets.”