Koontz Photography

Couples planning your wedding: Bring a copy of your wedding invitation, save the date, and any other paper goods that you've ordered for your wedding. Getting photos of your paper stationery products along with all of your jewelry and other details create amazing photos.

Styled Wedding Vendors:
Venue: Victoria 1883
Planner: Simply Enchanted Events
Photography team: Koontz Photography assisted by Jenn Ross Photography
HUMA: Laura Reynolds Artistry
Flowers: Impekable Flowers
Dresses: Theory Bridal House
Suit: Leonardo Fifth Avenue
Video: Densmore Films
Stationary: Rosebud Calligraphy
DJ: iRock Your Party
Rentals: Premier Event Rentals
Linens: Connie Duglin Linens
Models: Katherine & Corey

Couples planning your wedding: If you have a long veil or one that has a lot of beading or lace, make sure you have bobby pins to secure the hair comb so that it doesn't fall out from the weight or wind or someone accidentally snagging it. There are multiple different lengths and colors of veils to, make sure to try it on with the dress to see how it all looks together.

Styled Wedding Vendors:
Venue: Victoria 1883
Planner: Simply Enchanted Events
Photography team: Koontz Photography assisted by Jenn Ross Photography
HUMA: Laura Reynolds Artistry
Flowers: Impekable Flowers
Dresses: Theory Bridal House
Suit: Leonardo Fifth Avenue
Video: Densmore Films
Stationary: Rosebud Calligraphy
DJ: iRock Your Party
Rentals: Premier Event Rentals
Linens: Connie Duglin Linens
Models: Katherine & Corey

Couples planning your wedding: Remember to take your time and enjoy each moment. Hold each other's hands, place the ring slowly, hold the kiss, and walk slower. The day goes by so fast, remember to just slow down and enjoy each second.

Styled Wedding Vendors:
Venue: Victoria 1883
Planner: Simply Enchanted Events
Photography team: Koontz Photography assisted by Jenn Ross Photography
HUMA: Laura Reynolds Artistry
Flowers: Impekable Flowers
Dresses: Theory Bridal House
Suit: Leonardo Fifth Avenue
Video: Densmore Films
Stationary: Rosebud Calligraphy
DJ: iRock Your Party
Rentals: Premier Event Rentals
Linens: Connie Duglin Linens
Models: Katherine & Corey

Couples planning your wedding: When working on your timeline don't forget cute photos getting ready. Do you have matching robes, PJs, or champagne to take photos in?

Styled Wedding Vendors:
Venue: Victoria 1883
Planner: Simply Enchanted Events
Photography team: Koontz Photography assisted by Jenn Ross Photography
HUMA: Laura Reynolds Artistry
Flowers: Impekable Flowers
Dresses: Theory Bridal House
Suit: Leonardo Fifth Avenue
Video: Densmore Films
Stationary: Rosebud Calligraphy
DJ: iRock Your Party
Rentals: Premier Event Rentals
Linens: Connie Duglin Linens
Models: Katherine & Corey

Couples planning your wedding: If you have a secondary wedding outfit, have you thought about having your new spouse help you change? It could be a cute photo op!

Styled Wedding Vendors:
Venue: Victoria 1883
Planner: Simply Enchanted Events
Photography team: Koontz Photography assisted by Jenn Ross Photography
HUMA: Laura Reynolds Artistry
Flowers: Impekable Flowers
Dresses: Theory Bridal House
Suit: Leonardo Fifth Avenue
Video: Densmore Films
Stationary: Rosebud Calligraphy
DJ: iRock Your Party
Rentals: Premier Event Rentals
Linens: Connie Duglin Linens
Models: Katherine & Corey

Couples planning your wedding: Do you have a secondary wedding outfit? Have you scheduled time to take some photos in the second outfit as well?

Styled Wedding Vendors:
Venue: Victoria 1883
Planner: Simply Enchanted Events
Photography team: Koontz Photography assisted by Jenn Ross Photography
HUMA: Laura Reynolds Artistry
Flowers: Impekable Flowers
Dresses: Theory Bridal House
Suit: Leonardo Fifth Avenue
Video: Densmore Films
Stationary: Rosebud Calligraphy
DJ: iRock Your Party
Rentals: Premier Event Rentals
Linens: Connie Duglin Linens
Models: Katherine & Corey

Yes, I still have more Circus Inferno Entertainment photos to edit and share :) More to come soon!

Remember, these are professionals, so do not try this at home

Couple's planning your wedding: While we normally take most portraits outside, don't forget to utilize cool interior spots for photos as well! When you have a first look before guests arrive, sometimes it is easier to move around your venue for some cool photos.

Styled Wedding Vendors:
Venue: Victoria 1883
Planner: Simply Enchanted Events
Photography team: Koontz Photography assisted by Jenn Ross Photography
HUMA: Laura Reynolds Artistry
Flowers: Impekable Flowers
Dresses: Theory Bridal House
Suit: Leonardo Fifth Avenue
Video: Densmore Films
Stationary: Rosebud Calligraphy
DJ: iRock Your Party
Rentals: Premier Event Rentals
Linens: Connie Duglin Linens
Models: Katherine & Corey

Couples planning your wedding: If you are planning to have fresh florals at your wedding, have you planned ahead for what to do with them after the wedding is over? There are several options for gifting them to people: You can let guests take them home as presents or you can donate them to a non-profit organization that brings them to veteran and senior care facilities. For your wedding bouquet, there are lots of services that preserve your wedding flowers by pressing them, preserving them in resin, or creating other unique pieces of art with them.

Styled Wedding Vendors:
Venue: Victoria 1883
Planner: Simply Enchanted Events
Photography team: Koontz Photography assisted by Jenn Ross Photography
HUMA: Laura Reynolds Artistry
Flowers: Impekable Flowers
Dresses: Theory Bridal House
Suit: Leonardo Fifth Avenue
Video: Densmore Films
Stationary: Rosebud Calligraphy
DJ: iRock Your Party
Rentals: Premier Event Rentals
Linens: Connie Duglin Linens
Models: Katherine & Corey

Couples planning your wedding: Have you considered scheduling some time to go outside and take some night portraits with your photographer? Venues can look completely different in the night than they do during the day. It's a great way to get a wider range of romantic portraits!

Styled Wedding Vendors:
Venue: Victoria 1883
Planner: Simply Enchanted Events
Photography team: Koontz Photography assisted by Jenn Ross Photography
HUMA: Laura Reynolds Artistry
Flowers: Impekable Flowers
Dresses: Theory Bridal House
Suit: Leonardo Fifth Avenue
Video: Densmore Films
Stationary: Rosebud Calligraphy
DJ: iRock Your Party
Rentals: Premier Event Rentals
Linens: Connie Duglin Linens
Models: Katherine & Corey

One of my photos in Con Magazine this month: https://www.conmagazines.com/mag-vol/june-2024-vol-222

Julia was another one of the models that I saw and instantly wanted to photograph her. Actually, she has this magnetic personality and big smile that makes you want to be her friend. I loved this evil fairy/pirate/dark elf fantasy vibe. So much fun!

Photo taken at the recent .us meetup in Sanford, FL. Model:

Mary Ferris was bright and bold and full of life. She came up to me and I was so excited to work with her. She found these Asian garden statues and thought it would be fun to pose with them and I loved how it turned out! It's so much fun when you can collaborate with the model and they have fun ideas!

Photo taken at the recent .us meetup in Sanford, FL.

The theme was "Camp" fashion - or just over the top. I'm loving the Barbie feel of this dress

Photo taken at the recent .us meetup in Sanford, FL. Model: Unknown - can someone please tag her?

.anneliese using just the rolls of colored backgrounds as the background

Photo taken at the recent .us meetup in Sanford, FL.

Latoya Daye and played off each other so well in the studio! They both were bringing that high fashion vibe!

Photo taken at the recent .us meetup in Sanford, FL. Model unknown - I wasn't able to get her information so if anyone can tag her, I would greatly appreciate it!

I loved playing with the rolls of background against the solid on the other wall.

Photo taken at the recent .us meetup in Sanford, FL. Model unknown - I wasn't able to get her information so if anyone can tag her, I would greatly appreciate it!

"I ask for nothing
I can get by
But I know so many
Less lucky than I
Please help my people
The poor and downtrod
I thought we all were
The children of God
God help the outcasts
Children of God"
-Hunchback of Notre Dame

Photo taken at the recent .us meetup in Sanford, FL of .violeta

I saw her walk by, I saw the makeup and the outfit and immediately I was like, "I have to photograph her!!!" But it wasn't until the end of the day that I finally got to meet .violeta and take a few photos in the Sanford Studio.

Photo taken at the recent .us meetup in Sanford, FL of .violeta

Sit Sempiterna Gloria

Photo taken at the recent .us meetup in Sanford, FL of .violeta

There was a man at the shoot working with film, and he was setting this shot up of , and I jumped in and grabbed it - so props to him for the idea ;)

Photo taken at the recent .us meetup in Sanford, FL.

Sometimes the moment in between photos is actually my favorite. and .anneliese are good friends and are laughing about something... that's my shot.

Photo taken at the recent .us meetup in Sanford, FL.

I always love working with . She always brings the outfits, the drama, and amazing makeup.
Photo taken at the recent .us meetup in Sanford, FL.

New wedding blog up!

Country Charm Wedding at Forever Ranch - Koontz Photography Shelby and Royce’s wedding at Forever Ranch Ormond was a beautiful blend of rustic charm and country chic. Nestled in the farmlands of Ormond Beach, Florida, the venue offered a stunning backdrop for their special day, with its sprawling acres of lush greenery and rows of trees. I could sit here a...

I know models try to be all "Vouge" and serious, but I think the laughing photos are my favorite!
The .us meetup in Sanford, FL was the first one I was able to attend. The first model that I met was Leishla and we had a lot of fun walking around and exploring the area together and getting some fun images!

The .us meetup in Sanford, FL was the first one I was able to attend. The first model that I met was Leishla and we had a lot of fun walking around and exploring the area together and getting some fun images!

Trying something a little bit different...
Model: Latoya Daye