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Destination Weddings and Elopements: 5 Bucket List Locations

When it comes to destination weddings, as a photographer, I’m lucky enough to say that I’ve been able to photograph quite a few elopements and weddings at epic locations. That being said, there are still quite a few places that are still on my bucket list. Every single one of these destinations is incredible and […]

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Couples

Chicago Engagement Session | Kelsey + Danny

After the sun started to go down we headed to North Avenue Beach. North Avenue beach was the best end to our day and a perfect way to break up the session. Danny and Kelsey had an outfit change and we got some memorable photos with that city skyline in the back!

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Engagement Photo Outfit Ideas and Inspiration

When it comes to selecting colors for your session that will photograph best, I typically recommend sticking to neutrals. But neutral doesn’t mean only black, white, and grey – there are neutrals of every color. Think rust instead of bright red, forest green instead of neon, and peach instead of hot pink.

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Bread and Chocolate Wedding | Hannah + Austin

Gorgeous summer wedding at Bread and Chocolate in Northern Indiana. Stunning exposed brick and spacious floor plan you can’t go wrong with this venue!

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Weddings

Boho-Styled Wedding Day | Kayla + Will

I absolutely loved being able to join Kayla and Will on their wedding day to capture some amazing memories. Congratulations to you two and a happy marriage together! If you’d like to see more from this gorgeous boho wedding day then be sure to keep on scrolling for more.

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An Elopement Photographer’s Top 3 Tips to Complete Your Elopement Look

Having trouble figuring out what to wear during your elopement? Then look no further, I’ve got you covered! As a Midwest-based elopement photographer, I have captured many elopements and destination weddings and I’ve seen a variety of styles. The planning of an elopement can seem stressful, but it doesn’t have to be. Because of this, […]

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BEHIND THE LENS

ABOUT Kim kaye

Your destination wedding & intimate wedding photographer.

Hey, I’m Kim — and no, it’s not short for Kardashian 😉
I’m your destination wedding and elopement photographer with a Type A edge and a camera roll full of golden hour and giggles.

I’m always down for spontaneous bubbly, chasing sunsets, and packing a bag for a good love story. If you’re planning a wedding that feels like you — intimate, joyful, wildly meaningful — I’ll be there to document it all with sophistication and soul.

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Planning your day is a lot, let's be honest. Your wedding timeline is the key to having things flow freely throughout your day.
*hiring a planner is a huuuge benefit too* 
To help, I've created a timeline guide for you to use as a reference to get an idea on what you day will look like.

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