• Dawn McKinstry Photography Blog
  • Dawn McKinstry Photography Blog
  • Dawn McKinstry Photography Blog
  • Dawn McKinstry Photography Blog
  • Dawn McKinstry Photography Blog
  • Dawn McKinstry Photography Blog
  • Dawn McKinstry Photography Blog
  • Dawn McKinstry Photography Blog
  • Dawn McKinstry Photography Blog
  • Dawn McKinstry Photography Blog
Dawn McKinstry

Hi!

A little about me… I’m a small town girl who loves to travel and is a bit on the shy side.  ;)  That may be mostly due to the fact that I am a twin, and she was the talkative one growing up. But get to know me – and I’ll chat up a storm.  I love talking photography and weddings, so give me a call and we’ll chat!

A little about my experience… I’ve been shooting weddings throughout Florida and the Southeast US since 2008.  I am also a PPA Certified Professional Photographer.

Email or call me and we’ll chat!

 

dawn(at)dawnmckinstry.com

352-258-5047

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My favorite nieces

March 14th, 2011

My sister and her husband recently adopted a new dog.  Rosa is a rescue from a local shelter, and one of the sweetest dogs I know.  She’s a great addition to their family, even if she has more energy than she knows what to do with.

dog photography

After a recent health scare with Bumble, it was even more important that we capture some images of her with her new sister.

dog walker

Old lady.   :)

dog walking

My favorite pet image to-date.   :)

pet photography

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Raiford Family

March 6th, 2011

Tiffany contacted me a while ago, she was interested in a few maternity images and a family session before their family went from three to four.  I had a lot of fun hanging out with their daughter.  She’s such a cutie!

family on park benchchild playing on slide

Looking for “chipmunks” (aka squirrels):

family photography sessionfamily nature photographynatural family photographyfamily photographyMy favorite from their session:

family photography sessionTickles!

family photography

Little cutie!

child photographyice cream shopchild playingice cream shop

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Amber & Kevin – St. Augustine Wedding Photographer

December 13th, 2010

Sunday afternoon weddings have a certain appeal to me.  They are often laid back and have a more intimate feel. Amber & Kevin were married on a Sunday afternoon at The White Room in Saint Augustine, Florida.  The ceremony was small and beautiful, while the reception was a great party with incredible food (french toast and bacon? yes please!).  They even rented a horse and carriage to ride off in from the reception.  To which, at Amber’s request, we rode around Saint Augustine for some portrait time with just the two of them.  Stay tuned for a peek at those!

pink and white bridal bouquet

bride dressingmother of bride and maid of honor helping bridemother of bride helping put on garter

Amber’s maid of honor was her sister, Andrea, who’s wedding I shot in the spring of this year. Hi Andrea!

groomsmen putting on boutonnieresfather of bride escorting bridebride and groom, first lookbride and groom, first lookbride and groom, first lookbride and groom, first lookbride and groom, father of the bride, first lookbride and groom, first lookpurple heart wedding detailmother of the bride, first lookpink and white bouquetmaid of honor, bride and groom, first lookTo view the entire gallery and purchase prints, please visit their gallery.

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Southern Wedding Photographer

December 6th, 2010

I’ve been a fan of the ladies at Southern Weddings since I learned about the blog and magazine they’ve created.  It’s a fabulous resouce for southern brides, or brides who love southern style.

They just launched the redesigned Southern Weddings blog and it looks amazing.  There are some great new features for brides, including Real Weddings and Resources which lists wedding vendors by location.

Southern Weddings

 I am pleased to announce that I have an advertisement and Resource Listing on their new blog!

Southern Weddings Blog Dawn McKinstry Photography ad

 

In honor of the new blog, and my listing on it, I’m offering 10% off all sessions and weddings booked between now and the end of the year! (must be booked by January 1, 2011 (signed contract), does not apply to sessions already booked)  Help me celebrate and welcome the new blog!

Southern Weddings Blog Dawn McKinstry Photography Resource Listing

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Ashley & Todd

November 14th, 2010

Here are a few more from Ashley & Todd’s wedding in Tennesee.  Enjoy!

wedding rings on newpaper with wedding datebride and groom with fall leaves

Ashley, you’re gorgeous.

bridal makeup

I loved the expression of the flower girls as they patiently waited for formal pictures to start.

flower girlshappy flower girls

Ashley and her family were so easy-going all day.  They were such fun to be around. 

bride and father of the bride

The ring-bearer had the most beautiful blue eyes.  

father fixing ringbearer's tie

bride with red bouquet

groom under gazebo

I love, love, love when the groom looks at the bride during the prayer.  He can’t take his eyes off his beautiful bride.

groom looking at bride at altar

bride and groom at altar under gazebo

bride and groom, fall leaves, red flowers

bride's purple shoes

reception decor, Christmas

reception table, fall decor

bride and groom first dance, fireplace

bride and groom first dance

bride dancing with ring bearer

To view the entire gallery and purchase prints, please visit their gallery.