Kim Rahn Photography

Sweet Sixteen ~ Douglasville Photographer

2011-07-28T17:58:00.001-04:00

I had the pleasure of celebrating Elizabeth's 16th birthday with her and a few of her friends! Her session was a big surprise from her parents. She showed up with gorgeous hair and make-up, a fabulous little black dress with shoes to die for AND her adorable smile! It was so much fun hanging out with this young lady {even though it rained on us}.

She is beautiful inside and out. Happy Birthday, Elizabeth!

I LOVE sessions like this...relaxed, FUN and truly a reflection of these girls and their friendship!

You ladies ROCK!!! Thanks for letting me photograph ALL of you!!

Seniors! Seniors! Seniors! - Douglasville Senior Photographer

2011-05-23T22:10:00.000-04:00

Whew...it's been a busy few months with LOTS of seniors to photograph BEFORE their special day. I new this senior way-back when I was a teacher just across the hall from her 4th grade class. She was fun and spunky even back then and still is. Only now, she is gorgeous & all grown up. Thanks for letting me capture this special time for you Miss Kelsey! Your future is BRIGHT, girl!

Little Miss Sarah Kate ~ Douglasville Newborn Photographer

2011-05-21T20:20:00.000-04:00

Little Miss Sarah was born into the sweetest family with the most adorable big brother! He was unbelievable sweet to his new baby sister. And Sarah was the best newborn model...she slept the whole time. It was an honor to photograph this little one! Thanks Aunt Amy for giving the gift of photography!

Kim Rahn Photography featured on the cover of the May Edition of the Chapel Hills News & Views

2011-05-06T13:55:00.000-04:00

Thanks to all my fans and friends on Facebook for helping to make a dream come true! The image of sweet Jonah and his even sweeter mommy, Kristi appears on this month's edition of Douglasville's local lifestyle magazine, Chapel Hills News & Views.

I entered little Jonah's image in the magazine's Facebook cover photo contest. It was a race to the finish as I was in stiff competition with another great local photographer. I really appreciate all who voted. I am so PROUD to have one of my images on the cover for so many reasons. Most of all, I am thrilled to share this particular photo that means so much to me. Not only is Jonah's picture so fitting for the Mother's Day edition of the magazine, but also I love the emotion that is captured here as this sweet newborn is being cradled in his mother's safe and strong hands. Their story is amazing, and I am in awe of this family's patience, strength and faith in God's plan for their lives. You can read about Jonah's birth story HERE.

After the contest was over, the editor of the magazine called Jonah's family and asked if they could write a feature article about him! How wonderful is that!?!?

I am so lucky to have had the opportunity to photograph this family on many occasions over the past few years! I am even luckier to call them my friends. And yet again, as with many previous sessions, I am truly thankful that I was able to create this image for them...and now I am happy {or just plain giddy} that so many people are getting to read about this little guy and his journey into the world.

You can read the online version of this article HERE. (page50-51)

THANK YOU THANK YOU THANK YOU again to everyone who supported Kim Rahn Photography and voted for this image in the cover contest.

Easter Mini-Sessions

2011-03-14T21:32:00.000-04:00

It's time for Easter mini sessions coming up in April!

These sessions were SOOOO cute and truly a big success last year.
I am so excited to see ALL the cuteness again this year.

When:
Friday, April 1st, AM and PM sessions
Saturday April 2nd, PM sessions
Saturday, April 9th, AM and PM sessions
Sunday, April 10th, PM

Cost $55
Fee includes 25-30 minute mini session
10-15 images to view via email
and 2 - 5x7's of your choice

Additional prints/products may be purchased as well.

These mini sessions are not intended for family "lifestyle" sessions, but are geared toward children/siblings of all ages.

All prints will be ready for pick up by APRIL 18th (or before if your order is placed early).

I am planning on having little baby chicks for these sessions.

I am also going to have some VERY colorful spring props and some adorable little "outfits" geared toward toddlers. I have ordered some really cute stuff. I can't wait!!

AND, I am VERY excited to offer some fun and adorable Spring/Easter cards this year, too.
Something cute you WILL want to send out to family and friends!

If you are interested in making an appointment for an Easter mini session:

1) Send $55 via PayPal to kim.rahn@gmail.com
If you do not have a PayPal account, I can bill you so you can pay online via credit/debit card.
Your payment confirms your appointment and holds your time slot.

2) Email me the date/time you prefer.

Spaces are limited and will FILL UP FAST.

Let me know if you have ANY questions.

2010-11-24T00:03:00.000-05:00

Holiday Card Preview

2010-11-22T00:49:00.000-05:00

I am so excited to present the holiday cards for the 2010 Holiday season.

Over the next few days, I will be posting new cards each day for my clients to choose from.

I have some great collections to choose from.

Each client gets to pick a unique card - and then it's retired for the 2010 season.

I have designed and created most of these myself

as well as purchased a few templates from other amazing designers.

This is so much fun for me {and lots of work, too}.

I love offering my clients fun & creative products

as well as quality keepsakes to be treasured for years to come.

All designs will be posted by Friday, Nov. 26.

Clients - please choose the card that is your favorite.

Place your order for YOUR holiday cards by Sunday, Nov. 28th.

Turn around time for these cards is QUICK!

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This is just a glimpse of what is to come over the next few days.

I am working diligently to get all of the designs uploaded

for ALL of my wonderful November Holiday session clients.

All of the cards are either 5x7 or 5x5 flats printed on delicious paper front & back!

Any design can be converted to a folded or accordion card, too.

I can't wait to share something truly unique this season

...die cut cards in fun shapes {preview tomorrow}.

If your cards are ordered from Kim Rahn Photography

...they are sure to be like no other.

Welcome Charlie - Atlanta Birth Photographer

2010-11-13T23:21:00.000-05:00

Something wonderful happened on November 8 at 9:25pm...

Charlie was born {and I got to photograph it}!!

I can't even describe how happy I am for Kerri & Pat {the proud mommy and daddy}.

Kerri has been friends with my little sister for years and I have practically watched her grow up.

I was beyond thrilled to be able to see her join the club of "motherhood"

and capture Charlie's entrance into the world.

I am so excited and happy for Kerri & Pat

and little Charlie is so lucky to have such great parents.

I will never forget the instantaneous love and adoration in Kerri & Pat's eyes
as they took the first look at their first born, Charlie.

Not only is this boy loved by his Mommy & Daddy,
but lots of grandparents, family & friends were anxiously waiting to meet him.

Charlie was immediately surrounded with great love and hope for his future

{and of course, lots of hugs and snuggles, too}.

I got home after mid-night & could not sleep from all the excitement. I have been overwhelmed with emotion since.
The birth of a child is such a miracle for so many reason.

Oh, and check this out...

You are reading the scale right. Little {big} man weighed 10 pounds, 4 ounces.
He already has the sweetest cheeks and a little meat on his thighs...LOVE IT!!!

You can view Charlie's birth video/slideshow
HERE.

Dear Charlie,
God bless you, sweet boy!
It was WONDERFUL to meet you!

P.S. Today, I got to photograph little Charlie again for his newborn session.
I can not wait to share more images of this sweet baby!

Unforgettable - Douglasville Birth Photographer

2010-11-11T14:29:00.000-05:00

Yesterday, I saw more than I have ever seen before, through the lens of my camera.

And I will never forget it.

This is my friend Kristi and her newborn baby, Jonah. Jonah was born on November 5, at just 29 weeks. Kristi went through months of physical and emotional trials trying to keep this little guy safe and to reach the goal of carrying him at least to 28 weeks. After a traumatic birth,
Jonah was born weighing only 3 pounds. He immediately needed help breathing and was swept away to the NICU.
He has been very well cared for since then...struggling, but making progress.

These pictures were taken on November 10, 2010. Jonah is 5 days old

& this was the very first time Kristi got to hold her baby boy.

I have had the wonderful opportunity to know Kristi personally and call her my friend.
Over the past few years, I have been blessed by her consistent strength and faith in God's plan for her life,
even through the tough times.
Jonah's arrival has been no different. I am amazed at how she is handling this with such grace.

I was honored when I got the call from her, asking if I "wouldn't mind" coming to the hospital to take a few pictures of this special event. I have prayed so hard for this family for months, as so many in our community have. When I heard that she had delivered so early my heart ached for Kristi, her family and that sweet baby boy. I have prayed specifically for something I could do to ease the pain they have been experiencing.
I wanted to "help," but didn't know how.
Her request for pictures was, selfishly, my chance to do something as an expression of support & concern for what she was enduring.
In the end...I was hugely blessed by this tender moment.

Words will never be able to express the true emotional bond being shared between mother & son in these images.
The more she spoke to him in a gentle and quivering voice...the more he fought to open his eyes to look for her.
It was so obvious that he knew is mother's voice.

I was so happy for Kristi and little Jonah...for this moment that they shared.

The tears of joy that I saw on Kristi's cheeks will forever be etched in my mind.

And the amazing gift of touch that God has given these 2 after such a long battle
was wonderful to watch {and capture for them to remember forever}!

Little Jonah is truly a miracle and my friend Kristi is such a heroic mother!

I have never been more grateful for my talent and my opportunity to give it away {through images} as I was at that moment. I was so unbelievably appreciative to have my camera in my hand and the knowledge of how to use it when these images were created.

I continue to ask for prayers for this family & little Jonah as they struggle through the next few months.

Jonah will remain in the NICU until at least mid-January

They have 2 other children to take care of & the hospital is 45 minutes away from their home.

For now, through my tears of joy,

I praise God for opportunities to serve,

opportunities to see His amazing work and love before my eyes {and camera},

for the faith and strength shared in this incredible family,

and for that tiny little miracle...named Jonah.

I can not wait to photograph his first birthday...what a joy that day will be!

Halloween Mini Session

2010-09-08T23:21:00.000-04:00

Before I am a photographer, I am first a mommy to 4 boys.

I will seek out an EXCUSE to take a cute picture of my boys. Because of this, I have always done fun themed Halloween pictures for our own family. This year I want to share the fun with you!

I’m looking for other moms, like me, who just can’t resist their own cute kids

with some seasonal props and great Halloween backgrounds.

This is an excellent {and affordable} way to capture adorable photos

for some creative & unique Halloween cards to share with family & friends,

as well as creating an adorable 8x10 keepsake print for your little one’s baby scrapbook!

{Picture of the 5 card choices and keepsake print designs coming soon!}

Your child’s pictures are sure to be fun & exciting

...and oh so CUTE!

These sessions will fill up fast!

So don’t miss out.

2 days only - 4 morning appointments & 4 evening appointments

Session fee must be paid in full at the time of booking {via PayPal}.

Location of the session is in Douglasville. Address will be given once session is paid for.

All images will be available for viewing via email by Monday. October 18.

Pick out your favorites & place your print/product order by Wednesday, October 20.

Your prints and cards will arrive by Saturday, October 23

...ready to show off or mail out just in time for Halloween.

Contact me: kim@kimrahnphotography.com

if you have ANY questions OR

you are ready to schedule a Boutique Baby Mini Session!

I will have a few “boutique costumes” available for use. Let me know if you plan on using any of them, as some require a few accessories {like black tights or an orange shirt, etc.}

MOST of the costumes that I have {and used in these pictures} came from Kid to Kid right here in Douglasville. Their selection of children's costumes is HUGE and they have such affordable prices. The big Kid to Kid Halloween Costume Sale starts THIS Saturday, Sept. 11 at 10am. From boutique styles to cartoon characters...they have it all! Stop by and tell them I sent you! You won't be disappointed!

Fun with my own kiddos!

2010-08-30T15:38:00.001-04:00

Maternity Session ~ Atlanta, Georgia Maternity Photographer

2010-08-17T23:01:00.000-04:00

I had such a great time photographing these two. We met at the beautiful Atlanta Botanical Gardens right in the heart of the city. We got in our one hour maternity session just before a big storm! And let me just tell you that it was HOT on this July day in the ATL! Whew...and this pregnant momma hung in there and took it all in stride.

I have known this momma-to-be for a while now as she is a good friend of my sister. I was so excited to get to capture this special moment for her. What an awesome time in life for them...they are expecting their first baby. You can see from these images that Adrienne and her hubby are just glowing with anticipation and excitement. And to make it even more fun...they don't known what this little bambino is going to be...a girl or a boy? Ughhhh, the waiting is killing me! But not them. They are just as content and calm as can be - enjoying the moment. These 2 are so cute together as they focus on her baby bump for some really great shots.

What to Wear - Maternity

2010-08-15T12:20:00.000-04:00

What to Wear - Maternity

2010-08-15T12:15:00.000-04:00

Sweet Sweet Baby

2010-08-11T14:43:00.000-04:00

I traveled to Charleston last weekend to say good-bye to one of my dearest and best friends. She has been more like a sister to me since the day we met, 17 years ago. Now, she is making a major move with her family to Brazil as her hubby begins a new career. I am amazed by her strength and inspired by her continuous faith. I know this is going to be an amazing adventure for them, though I will miss them dearly.
Thank God for Skype!

I was honored to photograph a "quickie" almost 3 month session
for the newest little man in her life.

See that grin...he was staring at his mommy and he is obviously in-love with her!
Completely smitten and in awe of her beauty and grace.

I snuggled this little 11-week old as much as possible throughout our weekend together.

I am afraid I confused him just a bit.

His little sister has always called me Auntie Kim, but now I am known as "aunt pillow boobs".

I accept that title proudly considering I nestled him comfortably on my chest and watched him sleep as often as I could.

I know all of you {especially mommas} are recalling that snuggle of a newborn sound asleep...

...the sound of a newborn breathing, the smell of a baby's hair

... calm, still and peaceful.

I feel my blood pressure dropping just thinking about it!

I {heart} photographing newborns and I {heart} this little guy.

My sweet sweet baby Keeler,

I love you dearly and can not wait to see you grow up

{and please take care of your mommy for me}.

Little Miss Stella Jean - Just turned 1!

2010-03-13T22:54:00.001-05:00

I got the chance to spend a few days with this little cutie during my annual girls weekend in Seaside, Florida for the Seaside Road Race.

Stella is so unbelievably CUTE...I could just squeeze her!

She kept us entertained with her colorful personality and beaming grin.

And Stella is as happy as she is cute.

Oh, those eyes...stole my heart.

And those cheeks...

Thank you, Camille, for sharing her with us for the weekend

and for letting me photograph sweet Stella.

Sweet Mason - 6 days old

2010-03-13T22:35:00.000-05:00

Sweet little Mason came to visit my studio at just 6 days old. He was so adorable and snuggly! I love photographing newborns...but I love getting a little newborn snuggle, too!

He tried so hard to stay awake during our session, but everytime he snuggled with his mommy he would drift off back to sleep.

Why Choose Custom Photography?

2010-03-02T19:57:00.000-05:00

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Session Fees & Print Prices

2010-02-24T22:17:00.000-05:00

Lifestyle Portrait Session Fee $75

Includes my time & talent (usually a maximum of 1½ hour) for an on-location photo session, an online photo gallery (of 30-40 photos) to share with family and friends. I strive to make the session as relaxed as possible. I do a number of semi-posed photographs, but I truly prefer to capture natural expressions.

Payment for the session is required at the time the reservation is made to hold your appointment.

A minimum print order deposit of $100 is required for this session and is due at the time of the session and will be applied to your print order.

PRINT PRODUCTS

Gift Size Prints 4x6 – $5 5x7 – $12 8x10 – $20

Set of Proof Prints – one print of each proof from your online gallery (up to 40 proofs) 4x6 - $85 5x7 - $115

Keepsake Album – beautiful 5”x8“ lay flat, hard cover, custom album created with your photos $50

Wall Prints - mounted with 2mm styrene backing for sturdiness, better quality linen texture, more elegant look that normal prints for framing, coated with UV protective finish

10x13 – $35

11x14 – $55

16x20 – $75

20x20 - $100

Canvas Gallery Wraps – 1 ½” depth, comes ready to hang, beautiful texture, a true piece of art

10x10 – $100

10x20 – $150

16x20 – $275

20x24 - $350

*Prices are subject to change at anytime, without notice.

*Payment is due in full before product order will be filled.

{Belly to Baby} Series

2010-02-24T22:09:00.000-05:00

Maternity Session - $75

This is a fun way to capture the moments…just before the baby arrives. Use photographs to remember the feelings & emotions experienced by you & and your husband in the latter part of your pregnancy.

The session fee includes my time & talent (usually a maximum of 1 hour) for an on-location photo session AND an online photo gallery and slideshow (of 25-40 photos) to share with family and friends. Payment for the session is required at the time the reservation is made to hold your appointment. A minimum print order deposit of $100 is required for this session and is due at the time of the session.

Birth/Hospital Session - $200

This is a unique session that takes place during the arrival of your baby. Your job is to have a baby. Your husband’s job is to take care of you. My job will be to photograph the special event. No need to bring your camera! Be assured that you will have every single moment & emotion captured. This is done in a very tasteful & photojournalistic way – that will tug at your heart every single time you look at the images.

The session fee includes my time & talent during the latter part of your delivery at the hospital. This also includes a flash drive filled with all of the digital images from your special day. You will receive your set of digital images in a timely fashion so that you can send photos via email and/or Facebook, by the time you get home from the hospital. Also included are the rights to print these images as you wish.

Newborn Session - $100

This session takes place in the first few days of your baby’s life…just 5-10 days old. Capture your little one while they are still snuggled in a little ball, sweet, soft and tiny. The fee includes my time & talent for an on-location photo OR studio session, an online photo gallery and slideshow (of 25-40 photos) to share with family and friends. Payment for the session is required at the time the reservation is made to hold your appointment. A minimum print order deposit of $100 is required for this session and is due at the time of the session.

Schedule 2 of the 3 “Baby to Belly” sessions and receive

a FREE hard cover 8”x6” album ($50 value). This album is a beautiful keepsake! This book is custom made FOR YOU, including your favorite photos from your sessions. You will love to carry this durable book around and show off!

Schedule ALL 3 “Baby to Belly” sessions and receive:

a FREE hard cover 8”x6” album

as well as a $100 print credit toward your print order.

I Heart Faces - Hands On Fun

2010-02-24T19:04:00.001-05:00

This is my entry for the I HEART FACES weekly challenge.

The theme for this week...hands.

I love this sweet photo of a newborn, baby Calum, just 7 days old.

Check this out!

2010-02-03T21:54:00.000-05:00

The Savvy Photographer is giving away a fabulous Kelly Moore bag~ http://www.thesavvyphotographer.com

A Little Fun At the Grill, Athens GA

2010-02-03T21:15:00.001-05:00

Contest Snapshot

2010-01-25T21:21:00.000-05:00

A photo for "beyond snapshots" camera strap contest...a photo courtesy of my friend Katy Southern.

Check out this photography blog: http://www.beyond-snapshots.com/blog

2009-12-30T10:21:00.000-05:00

I am soooo excited. Lots of amazing stuff happening in my new journey as a photographer. One of my "new things" is this blog. I am just starting out...but I have entered a contest to get a BLOG MAKEOVER. The contest is hosted by www.designerblogsblog.blogspot.com and I hope I win. They do amazing work!!! Please, please, please pick me and makeover my blog!