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Posted on September 18, 2009February 22, 2016 by Krista Guenin · 3 Comments

Kris & Erin’s Indiana Wedding

Earlier this summer, I had the chance to go back home to Indiana for some quality time with the fam, and to photograph my little cousin’s wedding. Kristopher has always been one of my favorites (ok, I probably say that about all my cousins, but still, it’s true) so when he asked me to shoot his wedding, I couldn’t say no! Kris is a comedian, a video producer, and a film maker. So naturally, they chose a theater as the backdrop for their wedding.

Kris and Erin got married at the Paramount Theatre in Anderson, Indiana.

K is for Krista! Just kidding, their last name is Knight ;)

My uncle Kurt looking very handsome

Getting ready

This perfectly Kristopher photo was taken by my assistant, Kyle Peters

I love hand-written vows!!!

This theater was such a cool place for photos!! Doesn’t Erin look beautiful?!

Just before heading down the aisle

The ceremony took place on the stage. Stage lights on and house lights off made the photos very dramatic.

Kris cried like a baby during the ceremony ;) but there was also a LOT of laughter!

The Bridal Party in the balcony. The theater was GORGEOUS!

Even though it rained most of the day, the sun came out just in time for some photos!

I love that Erin’s up on her tip toes!

We had to take some more photos back inside because it was just too beautiful!

Kris & Erin had their first dance to Flight of the Conchords, “Most Beautiful Girl in the Room”… press play and enjoy!

They are really good dancers…

Their reception was a blast and all their friends were dancing like crazy. I could share SO many pics, but instead, I’ll just share this one of Kris dancing with our sassy Grandma. It makes me smile :)

And, here’s a little snapshot of my family. Looking at this I realized how much my sister looks like my Dad, and I look like my mom! I think when we were younger that was reversed. Funny how that happens as you grow up :)

Kris & Erin – I love you guys!! I’m so glad I could be there for your wedding! Now that you’re both living it up in NYC, you’ll have to come up to Boston for a visit :) I hope you love the photos!!

To view more of my favorites from Kris & Erin’s wedding, please visit my Facebook Fan Page.

Posted on July 8, 2009August 25, 2009 by Krista Guenin

Out of The Office

Well, it’s that time of year again! Time for Guenin Family Annual Vacation!! Which means, I’m heading to Indiana for a couple weeks :) First up, I’m shooting my cousin’s wedding, then a week at home with my parents, a few portrait shoots while I’m in Indy, and then 3 lovely days in Cincinatti with my WHOLE FAMILY (see last year’s family photo below)! It should be a great trip!

I won’t be answering emails or non-urgent phone calls while I’m gone. But, I’ve got a couple blog posts brewing for you so you don’t miss me too much ;)

Have a great couple of weeks, friends!!

Posted on September 4, 2008August 25, 2009 by Krista Guenin · 2 Comments

Portraits for Mimi

That’s my Mom – or Mimi as her grandkids call her. She’s pretty great. She owns her own business and has worked her butt off for as long as I can remember (except those 2 years when I was a kid and we lived in the Bahamas – when she played Bridge and sat by the pool with me all day, but whatever ;). The older I get, the more I realize that I am so much like her – or is it that I’m just becoming more like her? Either way, it’s both a little scary and comforting at the same time :)

My Mom needed some new photos of herself and her employees for work – and hopefully for a website someday… Mom works in the glamorous world of nursing home consulting, and that market hasn’t really gotten too techy just yet ;) Since she’s the most wonderful Mom, she hired her daughter to take the photos. And since she’s the most wonderful boss, she offered all of her employees the opportunity to get some family portraits done as well! So, when I was in Indianapolis earlier this summer, we headed down to Greenwood (the town I was born in) to spend some time with the women of Herrin Associates, and their families…

First up, my Mom, Shelia. She doesn’t really like having her picture taken (kinda like me), but has started getting used to it over the past 6 or 7 years. Do you think I look like her?

Next up was Beth :)

and Beth’s husband and 4 grandchildren

The kids weren’t too excited about the whole thing, but they put up with me, and we managed to get some great shots of them!

I love these…

And then there’s Kathy! Kathy’s family wasn’t able to come for photos, so we just stuck to business…

…at least mostly. I got her laughing quite a bit when I was asking her about whether or not my Mom’s a good boss :)

And last but not least was Nancy. Nancy has worked for my Mom for like 20 years, and is such a great lady!

She brought a bunch of her family with her and we got a ton of portraits of them – starting with her son and his adorable daughter…

Then we shot Nancy and her husband with their grandson, Garrett.

Then it was just Nancy & Ernie. They’re pretty cute!

While we waited for Nancy’s daughter to get off work, my Mom & I took Garrett across the street for some ice cream from this little walk-up place, called Mrs. Curl. It’s so small-town Indiana, I love it! (I loved the ice cream too!)

Last up was Brittany and Garrett.

He’s a cutie!

I swear I’m good with kids! Really! I think Garrett was just squinting, not snarling!

Brittany arrived just as the sun dropped down to the perfect spot, so we got some beautiful, warm light to play with…

And I’m fairly certain that this was Garrett’s favorite part (next to the ice cream, of course).

It was such a fun afternoon! Thanks Mom for letting me take your picture :) And for being such a great role model for this business-owning daughter of yours. I’m amazed by all that you’ve done, and all that you’re doing – and I’m super proud of you! I love you so much!!! S.W.A.K. ;)

Posted on July 11, 2008August 25, 2009 by Krista Guenin · 2 Comments

Officially On Vacation!

That’s right! As of this minute, I am officially ON VACATION!! I’ll be traveling to Wisconsin & Indiana until Tuesday, July 22nd. I will have some access to emails, voicemails, & photoshop – but I’m going to try to avoid them unless something urgent comes up. If you don’t hear back from me right away – you can picture me here –

I’ll get back to you when I return! Have a great week!!

Posted on July 17, 2007August 25, 2009 by Krista Guenin · 1 Comment

Life

Wow! I have been so delinquent! Life has just been CRAZY and I just haven’t been able to keep up! But no worries, I’m back :)

The good thing is that I got to spend a little time on vacation with my parents, sister & her family. I flew home to Indianapolis and spent about a little over a week hanging out with the fam. We were supposed to go with whole Guenin family up to Wisconsin for a big family weekend, but we didn’t get to go. My poor brother-in-law, Michael (pastor of an amazing ministry I’m involved in, Genesis) was incredibly sick even before he flew to Indy. And when he got to Indy, it just got worse. He ended up in the hospital with viral pneumonia and all sorts of pain radiating from his lung. So, we all decided to stay behind and take care of the kids while my sister stayed with Michael at the hospital. The poor guy spent his entire vacation in bed, in pain. Please pray for him and Kyla as he’s still experiencing a LOT of pain and now all 3 of the kids are sick too!

In spite of all the drama, we still managed to have LOTS of FUN! My oldest nephew, Tristan, turned 4 years old while we were home, so there was plenty of celebrating!

Here’s Tristan blowing out the breakfast candles (not in cake so much as in a donut, but he loved it :)

One of Tristan’s favorite parts of the trip was his first (of many) ride on the Sea-Doo with Papa Pat!

We also spent a lot of time taking the boat to “the swimmin’ hole”

This is Mimi (my mom) with baby Caeden, looking oh so comfy in his life vest…

Here’s my niece, Reilly Nichole, playing on the beach. She’s so fun!

And here are a couple pics courtesy of my sister, Kyla. The first is baby Caeden looking as cute as possible. And the 2nd is me and Caeden playing peek-a-boo on the boat :)

Mom & Dad also took us to this great new water park by their house. I’m so bummed it wasn’t around when I was a kid! It was a blast! Tristan LOVED it!!!!

Just a couple more cute pics of my sweet little babies…

And here’s my sister w/ Caeden :)

So, it wasn’t the best vacation we’ve ever had – that would require my brother-in-law being able to stay out of bed for more than an hour :) And, it wasn’t the most restful or relaxing, but it definitely was FUN!!!! Thanks Mom & Dad for a great trip!! I Love You!!!!