leighkm Photography

Mick & Lisha | Engaged !

Leighkm — Sat, 23 Mar 2013 19:02:02 +0000

You know when you plan and plan and then life happens ? Well this sessions was one of those moments, but it taught me a huge lesson- sometimes when you roll with life, you find beautiful surprises. We had lots of rain on the morning of their session that was planned at The Hershey Country Club. Rain + grass = a nightmare. However, the sun came out and brought beautiful fog- for a lovely backdrop

M & A’s wedding colors are pink & grey, however to tip our hat for Micks love of the country, we did some cute country shots as well. I can’t wait to photograph their wedding in August, it will be beautiful !

Adorable couple, so in love !

Check out the beautiful foggy backdrop, make their love just pop ! These are some of my favorite images from their session.

I have dreamed of doing puddle portraits for years, and thankfully Lisha was patient with me haha I was so excited and I love the way they turned out

So adorable these two, we had many onlookers and they just rolled with it !

Matching shirts never looked this good esp. with a lovely ring like Lisha has – good job Mick !

Jen & Austin | Maternity Session

Leighkm — Sat, 23 Mar 2013 18:27:09 +0000

I remember the phone call like yesterday, the phone call when Jen told me “Baby Henry” was on the way- It was so exciting !! At the time I was working with her, and now I feel so grateful that I captured this beautiful moment in their journey. Jen & Austin love nature, and often spend their time on a trail near their home … so where else to shoot right ? A brisk crisp day was a great backdrop, but a chilly one. They stuck it out like troops with many outfit changes, and I am so so happy with our outcome.

Your wonderful parents, best wishes to you both ! xo – Leigh

Peter G | Headshots

Leighkm — Sat, 12 Jan 2013 19:17:21 +0000

You know your a grown up when you spend more time on LinkedIn than Facebook. My husband Peter, had a very bad photo. When I found it I knew we had to fix it. I love taking portraits, and especially of my love bug

( ok … sorry, no more pet names! )

Create : Here is a tip … embrace the shade, and contrasting backgrounds to get great portraits. With Peter fair skin, I knew I had to have a warm element to his images … so we strolled around our neighborhood looking for brick, and we hit a jackpot – behind someones house ( thank you !)

Never under estimate a great head-shot, it’s the first on-line impression someone gets of you !

Sneak Peak- Mr. & Mrs. Richmond

Leighkm — Fri, 04 Jan 2013 02:16:36 +0000

I am so excited that I was able to share in Lindsay & Nicks wedding day. It was a beautiful wedding, centered around true love and commitment.

Stay tuned for more images to come .

It’s all about the details

Leighkm — Sat, 29 Dec 2012 03:32:28 +0000

I love junk drawers … yeh I admit it. I am the girl who is afraid to throw anything away, it’s genetic – my grandmothers ~~curse~~ blessing . But I lovingly call my organizational style “organized chaos”. I can tell you exactly where things are, and find the most random things when I need them, however it makes for an interesting life.

The challenge is I married a clean freak … ahh I remember not too long ago saying,” We balance each other, we are opposites and it’s such a compliment” HA ! He hates my clutter. So yesterday Peter went on a re-organizing spree, re-did our spice shelf ( yes, we have that many spices), bathroom shelves AND coat closet. It stressed me out and I couldn’t handle it.

So, whats the deal Leigh- get to the point ?! Change is necessary and life is filled with important details. When I think about diamonds, which is often a metaphor for humans we are so, so special. Each piece of who we are is delicately chosen by God to make beauty and uniqueness. Our home has peace a serenity when it’s clean and thankfully, Peter keeps it that way So, stop and take time this weekend to focus on the details, and to notice the little things in life. Polishing and cleaning diamonds is tedious but brings the brilliance back – so if there are areas in your life that need polished, buff it UP ! Don’t fight the “re-organization” that your life may need… it will be well worth it.

The Cassel Family

Leighkm — Tue, 11 Dec 2012 22:06:43 +0000

Mount Gretna has been very good to be lately, providing beautiful backdrops. I loved photographing Meagan’s family session at the lake, it was beautiful.

The Challenge : Getting sweet little Benson to smile, apparently it was me- because as soon as I left he was all giggles ( little stinker!)

We had a wonderful time and I loved working with the Cassel’s , Benson is one loved child. He is so blessed to have parents that adore him and grandparents that love, love LOVE on him !

We could not have asked for a better day, it was gorgeous!

I love when grandparents come, Meagan’s parents were so excited for photos with their grandson !

Apparently Benson went through a growth spurt during our shoot, he ate almost 3 bottles. Real men feed babies, and these sweet moments were too precious to pass by.

The beautiful fall light glimmered for a snuggle session with little Benson. Some of my favorites !

I loved how bright all the colors on the trees were, stunning. And we finally got some smiles for Benson

Benson is one blessed kiddo. his parents love him more than anything, and it’s so beautiful ! This is one of my favorite images from the whole shoot.

Meet Sophie !

Leighkm — Wed, 05 Dec 2012 16:01:12 +0000

We are very excited to introduce the newest addition to our family … Sophie

She’s a 1 yr. old Cocka-poo that we adore. We got Sophie from a wonderful owner, who taught her so many things – so our job has been very easy, the main thing we are working on is keeping her off our bed, the most comfy spot in the house, can you blame her ? We wanted a dog for a long time, and decided to get her for our 6 month anniversary gift, we love her and she’s very happy with us !

Sophie loves to play ! She has oodles of toys because her daddy ( cough cough ) spoils her rotten ! Thank you Target for her indestructible affordable toys …

Sophie is very curious, like all good puppies- she can barely hold still long enough to snap a photo ! This is her ” no more photos please” face hehe

Baby Henry- Gender Reveal Party

Leighkm — Sat, 01 Dec 2012 18:31:32 +0000

It’s a _________?

I loved photographing my friend Jennifer’s Gender Reveal Party- she had a brilliant idea with cupcakes that had either blue or pink baked inside. The whole family would find out with Jennifer and her husband Austin. She had adorable decorations at her parents cottage in Mt. Gretna- a beautiful place very special to her family. I am very excited to announce the great news at the END of this post!

Jen’s Cupcakes were delicious made by Chocolate World – YUM !

We asked her family members to place their best guess on what Jen was having – her little sister Faith was very excited !

Little Man or Little Miss ???

Jen’s parents were so excited to be grandparents- and her dad stole a kiss ! This is one of my favs.

Their wonderful family and friends were there at their cabin in Mnt. Gretna to celebrate !

And ….. it’s a ….

GIRL !!!

It was so special for me to be here, her whole family was so excited – hugs all around !

Jen, I wish you all the best and can’t wait to meet Little Miss Henry- she’s blessed to have you & Austin as parents. Congrats !!

Fall 2012- Apple Picking

Leighkm — Sat, 10 Nov 2012 14:08:57 +0000

Winter is creeping in, and I am cold and miss crisp October. So to remember Fall here’s our 2012 apple picking trip to Paulus Orchard, we go every year and love apply picking – if you have never done it, google an orchard near you and go !

Cassel Family – Central PA Family Photographer

Leighkm — Mon, 22 Oct 2012 23:07:22 +0000

Here is a sneak peak from my recent Fall Family Session with the Cassel Family. 6 month old Benson loved snuggling with mom and I couldn’t resist sharing with you !

Check back soon for their complete session, with the whole family !