I don’t shoot film because it’s trendy. I don’t shoot film because it’s what the new generation wants or thinks is “cool.” Trust me, I have NEVER been cool. I’ve always gone against the grain, been my own person, and often paid the price for it. I spent (wasted) much of my life apologizing for […]

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She’s a hilarious, quick-witted, sweet woman … trapped inside the body of a bombshell! A boudoir photography session is a great way to feel sexy and confident.  Boudoir albums make a great gift for your groom, significant other, or for yourself!  Dawn Kelly Photography specializes in unique, artistic, and natural boudoir photography in the San […]

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“In your room Where time stands still Or moves at your will Will you let the morning come soon Or will you leave me lying here In your favourite darkness Your favourite half-light Your favourite consciousness Your favourite slave In your room Where souls disappear Only you exist here Will you lead me to your […]

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I recently had the honor of photographing Amanda and Erik’s wedding. Amanda is so much fun to be around, so sweet, and she always makes me laugh. Her beauty radiates from within. Thank you Amanda! You’re amazing! A boudoir photography session is a great way to feel sexy and confident.  Boudoir albums make a great […]

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A beautiful soul, a kind heart, a contagious smile, a super fun girl, an honest woman, a friend who’s ALWAYS there for you. These things are Lindsey. A boudoir photography session is a great way to feel sexy and confident.  Boudoir albums make a great gift for your groom, significant other, or for yourself!  Dawn […]

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“I don’t think I can get myself to do it.” The night before Kristine’s boudoir session, she was backing out, intimidated by thinner girls on my web site, scared of being in front of the camera and showing her body, generally afraid of being vulnerable. But she is a strong woman. She’s a huge inspiration […]

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Cortney and Craig’s vintage engagement session fits them perfectly, and I can’t WAIT to photograph their vintage wedding! You won’t want to miss those photos, folks, especially with the amazing vintage dress Cortney found. Craig is blessed to have this amazing, sweet, smart woman, and he knows it. He is so good to her, and […]

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I am so beyond in love with my vintage Polaroid 195 camera. I spent this evening bleaching and scanning negatives, and am seeing how amazing the images can be when processed correctly. I’m obsessed with all things analog, all things imperfect, all things unique. Instant film has the ability to give you amazing prints on […]

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Corina is gorgeous and strong, inside and out. The tattoo that graces her back says it all: “Loyalty, Wisdom, Strength, Happiness.” She got it in honor of her step dad, who, sadly, passed away four years ago. I know he’d be proud of the woman she is today. She’s an amazing woman, wise beyond her […]

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I wanted to make the Polaroid shenanigans a separate blog from the behind the scenes because this was my first time shooting Polaroids! I’m quite proud of the prints, not of the negatives I attempted to make… This was the first image from the day and my first Polaroid not counting the test I did […]

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The first time I told Mark I found a vintage Polaroid on Etsy I wanted, the conversation went something like this: “You do not need to start this. I’m not carrying it!” “I’ll carry it myself at weddings!” “YEAH RIGHT! NO! You do NOT need a Polaroid! They take forever to use!” “YOU’RE NOT THE […]

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