the rainkite blog: because your life is art.

{hey world, I'm one!} | kansas city child photographer

So hard to believe that this little dude is already one! We met him 12 short months ago for his First 48 Hours newborn session. You might remember his particular newborn session - he was the baby in the Metallica hat! Cute and sweet and small and very HIP! (You can check out his First 48 Session here: Style King)

So when his momma called to schedule his one-year-session...we knew that we wouldn't be disappointed. Of course, he was styled-to-the-hilt. 

Many thanks Alisha for your kind words, southern accent, enthusiastic attitude and referrals. We love working with you!

xoxo-

k&j

{because your life is art}

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{soaking up the sun} | columbia child photographer

Ahh, the last days of summer were perfectly captured in this sweet session with our dear friend Miss Ellie. This little southern belle travelled all the way from New Orleans to meet RainKite in Columbia, Missouri, for a this stunning summer photo shoot. Using the rustic backdrop of this gorgeous farm, Miss Ellie's personality shines through like a ray of sunshine. Many thanks to Whitney for inviting RainKite to capture these memories. We love you and your sweet family!

xoxo-

k&j

{because your life is art}

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{class of 2012} | kansas city senior photographer

It's officially autumn! The best time of the year. (No offense to Christmas.) The seasons are changing. That means, it's football weather, and you can wear a sweatshirt all day without breaking into a sweat. You can smell fires at night. It's the Plaza Art Fair. It's Holiday Mart. It's fall. Glorious fall!

And as part of this magnificent changing of the seasons, we usher in a new senior class. Yes, it's senior portrait time! And we kick off the senior season with Alex - our new friend from Shawnee Mission East. His cool confidence and wry sense of humor kept us thoroughly entertained during his session.

Thanks for a great morning - and for making two "old" ladies laugh. We had a blast with you and your family!

best wishes for an awesome Senior Year-

k&j

{because your life is art}

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{trio of smiles} | lees summit family photographer

We love these sweet kiddos. No seriously...we do. It's one of the special things that happen when you have the opportunity to work with a family multiple times. You get to know the kids. You get to know the parents. And you build relationships. And over time, the timid smiles quickly turn into bear hugs. This is what keeps us going. We love becoming an integral part of a family's history.

Thank you Julie and John for asking RainKite to capture these memories! We sincerely cherish the opportunity to work with your family.

xoxo-

k&j

 

{because your life is art}

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{goodbye summer} | Kansas City Family Photographer

It's the last day of summer. {Deep sigh} Yes, that means goodbye scorching heat and blistering sun. And hello cool fall days and crunchy leaves. Bring on Autumn! But before we sign off for the season, we have a bright sunny session share: The Delighful Niemeyer Family.

This adorable trio met us in downtown Independence for a fun urban session earlier this summer. We had a great time that morning, despite the crazy wind. (It's always something with this midwestern weather, huh?) Many thanks to Caroline and company for asking RainKite to capture these memories. We look forward to working with you for many years to come.

xo-

k&j

{because your life is art}

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{Camp ChiMer} - 25 years of love

For the past four years, I've had the honor of working with the fabulous folks at Camp ChiMer (Camp Children's Mercy.) Hosted in Excelsior Springs, MO - Camp ChiMer is one of the only camp experiences offered to children with significant kidney disease. These campers are either on dialysis, waiting for a transplant or the receipient of a transplant. No matter their personal circumstances, they would not be able to enjoy a traditional "overnight" camp experince without the dedicated staff and volunteers of Camp ChiMer. For 25 years, Dr. Warady, Children's Mercy, the National Kidney Foundation and The Dream Factory have worked to build this magical experience for a very special group of kids. Each and every camper has touched my heart with their strength, humor and tenacity. 

To view more, you can watch a slideshow of our day:

Below you will find a handful of "beauty shots" that we captured of the girls, after their makeovers on the evening of the big dance. Many volunteers arrived to do hair and make-up and donate gowns, so that these ladies could feel like "belles of the ball." We had such a fun time...despite the blistering heat. In an effort to maintain our composure (read: no sweat stains on the ball gowns) we stayed indoors and shot the session inside the girls' cabin. No matter the location, these ladies' beauty shines through each and every photograph.

Thank you to all of the campers and volunteers. Can't wait to see you next summer!

xoxo-

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{because your life is art}

2011 Copyright - RainKite Photography, LLC

please respect our work. do not copy, scan, crop or reproduce images. 

kansas city family photographer, kansas city child photographer, kansas city newborn photography, overland park newborn photographer, leawood newborn photographer, kansas city maternity photography, overland park maternity photographer, johnson county maternity photographer, kansas city commercial photography, kansas city business headshots, kansas city corporate head shots, kansas city newborn photography, kansas city family photographer, lees summit newborn photographer, blue springs newborn photographer, overland park newborn photographer, kim casey, rainkite photography, janelle ringgenberg, rain kite, rainkite, leawood newborn photographer, kansas city baby photography

{reminder} Matilda Jane Trunk Show Tomorrow

Just a friendly reminder: Our Matilda Jane Trunk Show is tomorrow! We hope that you can join us. 

This season, we are hosting the party with our friend Melissa Brooks, who has graciously opened the Lee's Summit Outback Steakhouse for a private party.  Please drop by for complimentary appetizers and soft drinks...and of course adorable Matilda Jane shopping. Feel free to bring a friend. And as always, children are welcome! But if you're not able to attend...you can still place orders via email or phone.  Remember, you can only order MJ from a Trunk Keeper. Don't miss out!

When: Thursday, September 8th

Time: 10:30-2:00

Where: Outback Steakhouse, 1731 Douglas Street, LSMO  64086

There will be a drawing for a free 16x20 wall portrait for your next RainKite Session. And with each purchase of $100 (or more) of Matilda Jane merchandise, you will receive a $50 print credit towards your next RainKite Session.

See you soon-
Kim & Janelle
The RainKite Girls