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Kristina Hill is a NYC based photographer specializing in portraiture and event photography.

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September 8, 2010 – 10:45 pm

It’s been crazy busy. Summer is coming to an end and fall is nearly here (bring on the pumpkin pie and sweater weather, I’m ready). I have been shooting nonstop, which feels amazing, but I know I’ve been neglecting my blog and that doesn’t feel so nice. I know, I know, it happens…

So I wanted to post a peek at a few of the shoots I’ve done over the past few weeks. Lots of variety – which is lots of fun! Surprise proposals, teeny tiny newborn, huge wedding parties, vineyard weddings and shotgun weddings! It’s been a real blast. I promise everyone will get a dedicated blog post, but for now…

Meet baby Aviva:
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I captured Cathy and Ralph’s engagement photos in Brooklyn Heights:
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Marcus and Jerilyn flew to New York from California to tie the knot in DUMBO:
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Mariya and Max’s Central Park engagement shoot:
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Check out how big Will has gotten since his last shoot!
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Allison and Greg had an adorable vintage inspired engagement shoot on the Upper East Side:
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Labor day weekend was a busy wedding weekend!
I shot Abby and on Saturday in Brooklyn:
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And Barry and Bethany on Sunday in New Jersey:
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And the above is only the beginning, there is lots more to come. It’s been a lot of fun! But yes, sometimes I do feel like this little one:
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New York Wedding: John Joseph Inn – David and Laura are Married!

August 12, 2010 – 3:02 pm

I’m a dork for details. Truly I am. So I got super excited when Laura put so much care and consideration into her wedding details. Laura is co-owner of the adorable Radish in Williamsburg, Brooklyn and her attention to detail is flawless. I was especially fond of the Cootie Catchers on each table – which the guests totally got into!

Laura and David were married in Lansing, New York at the gorgeous John Joseph Inn during a tornado watch! Thankfully the rain held out until their reception started.

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Destination Wedding: Riviera Maya, Mexico – Stacey and Christopher

August 9, 2010 – 7:52 pm

This blog post needs to start with a big “thank you!” to Stacey and Christopher and their family and friends for making me feel like I was an honorary family member my entire stay in Mexico. There really is something quite special about photographing a destination wedding. Spending several days getting to know the a couple and their guests is a complete honor and makes the wedding day go incredibly smooth. Stacey and Chris had a beautiful (and super windy!) beach ceremony. Despite some crazy rain just before the wedding, it was a gorgeous day!

I fell in love with Mexico while I was there and was so, so sad to leave. Thankfully I’ll be back in less than three months to capture Brian and Tom’s wedding!

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Newborn Photography – Stella Mackenzie

July 30, 2010 – 12:19 pm

Say hello to the absolutely adorable Stella Mackenzie! Just 12 days old when I photographed her – she was (is) as sweet as can be. Though Stella didn’t quite want to sleep, as you can see below, once she was out there was no waking her! I adore her little blond eyebrows. Congratulations to her parents, Wendy and Kenny. She’s just perfect.

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Baby Photographs – Layah!

July 15, 2010 – 1:02 pm

I wanted to quickly catch up on blogging before I shut the old laptop down for a few days as I head to Mexico for Stacey and Chris’ wedding!

Meet Layah. She’s the absolutely adorable daughter of my friends Jamie and Matt. I was really excited when they asked me to photograph her and, even though she was due for a nap, Layah was all smiles for her shoot. I had a wonderful time both photographing and catching up with old friends. Thanks for a great shoot!

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Greenpoint Engagement Shoot – Amanda and Jeffrey

July 8, 2010 – 5:15 pm

My fellow New Yorkers know it’s incredibly hot lately! So, I am have to give a big ‘thank you’ to all my recent engagement shoot couples for keeping cool during their sessions.

I met up with Amanda and Jeffrey in Greenpoint for their engagement session last week. We hit up some of their favorite neighborhood spots, ending in the new (and pretty amazing) East River State Park. It’s funny, I feel like I know Brooklyn really well, but lately all of my couples have been opening my eyes to locations I’ve never encountered. I love it! Amanda and Jeffrey were super fun to be around. I can’t wait till their wedding next April!!!

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Posted in Brooklyn, engagement | Tagged Brooklyn Engagements Shoot, Greenpoint Engagement Photos, NYC Engagement Photographer, NYC wedding photographer, Williamsburg Engagement Photos | Comments (5)

The Littlest Heroes Project – James!

July 7, 2010 – 1:32 pm

Recently I had the privilege of spending time with James and his family on a photo shoot for The Littlest Heroes Project. Before meeting them, Lisa (James’ mom) shared James’ story with me. James has type 1 diabetes. On February 8th, 2009 James seemed to be coming down with a stomach bug. After a very tough afternoon he began to appear lethargic, and his parents brought him to the doctor. A few minutes into their appointment, James stopped breathing. An ambulance rushed James to the hospital where he was diagnosed with diabetic ketoacidosis. James (and his family) spent one week in ICU and another week in recovery. James was only 21 months when all this started and he was a fighter from day one.

Today James is a playful, energetic three year old, described by his parents as a the true definition of a little hero. Hanging out with James was awesome! He’s got a totally hysterical personality (as does his sister) and a ton of energy. Spending time with him, you would have no idea James takes multiple injections daily to stay alive. A brave, little hero indeed.

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So You’re EnGAYged – Brian and Tom’s Engagement Shoot is Featured!

July 1, 2010 – 3:48 pm

Yesterday was a day of ups and downs. My awesome engagement shoot on a perfect Brooklyn day was definitely an ‘up’. My smashed iPhone screen a total ‘down’. I was particularly grumpy on an over-crowded subway commute (You guessed it, a ‘down’.) to the Upper East Side, but when I got off the subway I received some news via twitter (Are you following me? If not, please do – @kristinahill ) from Kelly and Lara at So You’re EnGAYged that my session with Brian and Tom was featured on the blog. Definitely an up!!!

If you’re not familiar with So You’re EnGAYged, you should get familiar with it! It is a great resource for anyone planning a wedding. It’s back to editing for me. Just wanted to share a bit of happy news!

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Brooklyn Engagement Photos – Meet Brian and Tom!

June 23, 2010 – 11:58 am

I’ve been holding out on blogging Brian and Tom’s engagement shoot, but I couldn’t wait any longer! First I want to mention that Brian keeps a blog called The Gay Wedding Experience and it is a great read for anyone who is planning a wedding. Brian is very detail oriented and organized (at least his blog leads me to believe that…), so perhaps it wasn’t so surprising that when I mentioned I was bringing chalk boards, Brian and Tom turned up with a backpack filled with props. Fun? Fun!

I’m excited to share these photos! (Though I realize if you are a fan on facebook then you’ve already had a peek at a lot of them.) Brian and Tom were amazing to work with and I cannot wait (truly I can’t) to capture their big day in Puerto Vallarta, Mexico this fall. Their wedding is going to be amazing (trust me), but for now check out their engagements session.

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Meet Tom…

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Posted in Brooklyn, Uncategorized, engagement | Tagged Brooklyn Heights, downtown brooklyn, Dumbo, engagement, gay engagement, New York City Engagement Shoot | Comments (9)

Happy Father’s Day

June 20, 2010 – 10:29 am

It’s father’s day, so I thought I’d break my ‘blog mold’ and do a post in honor of my dad, who passed away when I was a teenager. I am who I am today because of my parents. Every day I see pieces of their personalities in myself and I love it!

I also know that my strong family roots and upbringing has influenced me not just as a person, but as a photographer. I am in love with the way people interact with one another. I adore the tiny things they do in between the moments you’re meant to capture and I find myself always looking for those ‘in between’ moments. They are the interactions and expressions that truly show the relationships people share.

I went back through some old files to find some of my favorite ‘dad’ shots from portrait and event shoots to share with you. From the father holding his newborn baby for the first time or the dad giving a speech at his daughter’s wedding, I’m so grateful to the families who let me in on these moments, trusting me to preserve them. I treasure photographs of my own family and it’s an honor to be creating memories for others.

Happy Father’s Day!

Me and my dad.

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