Images for a cure

This is my mother Carol Gardiner and my father Ted. My mother battled and ultimately lost her life to breast cancer in 2004. My mother-in-law, aunt and two dear friends have all had it and were fortunate enough to win their battles.

Kate Gardiner Photography is pleased to be apart of a nationwide campaign called Images for a Cure

On Sunday Oct. 11, 2009 I will be offering discounted portrait sessions of $100 with 100% going to The Breast Cancer Research Foundation. The sessions are perfect way to fight a disease that can touch every mother, daughter, sister, and friend.

Email me at kate@kategardinerphoto.com to book your session as soon as possible since space is limited.



*session fee does not include prints or a cd of images. all may be purchased separately. 10% discount on holiday cards for sessions booked on this day.

Jax Shoot Club

I'm thrilled to post about the Jax Shoot Club! The brain child of Melanie Watson of La Dolce Vita and Kara Pennington, the shoot club had our first meeting last Tuesday in downtown Jacksonville. We had three sets of models, a bride and groom, an engagement couple and a bride alone. It really gave everyone a chance to go out on a limb and try new poses and lighting.
Here is the info behind the vendors that made our first meeting possible:

Makeup and Hair was provided by Faythe Mesic:
Bridal Bouquets were provided by Anything with Plants & Flowers:
Lauren's Dress and bridal attire was provided by Solutions Bridal of Gainesville:
Her dress was by designer Alvina Valenta (style #9700) and her veil was by Lori London (style #VM95)

Here are a few of my favorites that I shot plus a photo of a few of the 30 some odd photogs that joined us.