Hey! I am Kari and thanks so much for your interest in my company!!
So you're probably wondering what makes me different from other photographers?
Well....
I get to know my clients personally. I would like to think it's not a business but working with my clients to produce beautiful products and to create friendships. I have photographed so much of my client's lives and very important moments. I have clients that I started with their engagement and now photographing their beautiful families. In addition, I am a super laid back, fun and easy person to get along with.
To piggyback off my previous paragraph, I have been featured 7 times and published 28x. I offer four different packages that DO include digital images. If clients want something other than my offered packages, we can create a custom package tailored to your needs.
A special fact about me: I have been working in the field of Applied Behavior Analysis for 8 years working with individuals with special needs and after completing two degrees, I hung that hat up to go full time.
Thanks so much for taking time learning about me and I hope we get a chance to work together!!
Kari
Overview
Hired 94 times
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1 employee
16 years in business
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Services offered
Type of building
House
Apartment building
Commercial / office building
Condo / townhouse
Platform type
Drone
Fixed-wing aircraft / plane
Helicopter
Blimp
Desired output
Photos
Video clips
Full edited video
Projects and media
Projects and media
Reviews
Customers rated this pro highly for work quality, responsiveness, and professionalism.
Excellent 4.9
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Maria S.
Nov 15, 2020
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Hired on Thumbtack
My husband and I have always been a bit chaotic, and not very well prepared (we call it spontaneity 🤪). All we knew for our wedding photos was that we wanted my husband’s car and some smoke bombs involved, and that we wanted a DC feel. Our photographer helped us figure out the perfect location; and even though NEITHER of us knew exactly how to get exactly there until the day of, she showed up perfectly on time, fighting traffic and all! The experience shooting with her was super fun! Any nerves we had completely went away as soon as we started talking. She had a professional and easygoing demeanor, and knew exactly where we should be and how to capture the best shot. We can’t thank her enough for making our special day just that much better, and for all the amazing photos we now have because of her!
Details: Posed engagement photoshoot • Traditional posed • Candid • Artful composition and lighting • Outdoors • One location • Online or digital proofs and prints • Physical proofs and prints • At the pro’s location
Solas Photograpy's reply
Maria,
Thank you a million for your kind words!! I had a BLAST working with you two!! I am so glad we were able to capture everything like you visioned!! I hope to work with you two again!!
Thank you!
Kari
Engagement Photography
Kari R.
Sep 19, 2020
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Hired on Thumbtack
Kari Rae not only tracked quite a distance to work with me, she arrived punctually and worked efficiently. It was great to work with someone who really knew what they were doing, because keeping the attention span of a 5 year old is one of the worlds greatest challenges. She worked quickly and had a great eye for the landscape near our home. I am so thrilled with her quality of work and her ability to capture my husband with a genuine smile (he hates having his picture taken) and even a few where my son was paying attention. To top it off, she got me my proofs early so I could share them at my
Baby Shower. So I guess the point is..... KARI IS AWESOME. Thank you from the Raczniak Family!
Details: Maternity portrait • Traditional / classic (looking directly at the camera) • Natural / environmental (photographed in an outdoor setting) • Candid (captured in the moment) • Outdoors • Digital or online download • CD / DVD • Flash drive • My home, venue, etc.
Solas Photograpy's reply
Kari
Thank you a million for your kind words. I'm actually over here teary-eyed. I like to think that clients who are similar to me pick me and I had an absolute blast from chatting with you on here to just making sure these photos are exactly what you were looking for. You are a superb individual and I absolutely LOVED your session!
Thank you again for your words, they made my night!!!!!!
Kari Rae
Portrait Photography
Brian R.
Oct 11, 2020
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Hired on Thumbtack
Kari did a great job capturing my proposal. She was very responsive and helpful during the planning process. My fiancé was really surprised when I proposed and she had no idea a photographer was nearby. Kari did a great job of being stealthy and playing “tourist.” The photos look great and it was well worth the investment.
Details: Proposal photoshoot • Candid • Traditional posed • Natural or environmental • Outdoors • One location • Online or digital proofs and prints • Album • My home, venue, etc.
Solas Photograpy's reply
Brian,
Thank you so much for your review! I am so glad you ended up going through with capturing the proposal, it was beautiful!! I hope to work with you two in the future!!
Thank you
Kari
Engagement Photography
Shawn A.
Jul 18, 2018
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Hired on Thumbtack
I used KE Photography as a gift to my husband for Father's Day and it was an awesome experience. My husband was on the fence about when and where to do the photo-shoot, but Kari was flexible and patience, and great with communicating! He picked a Sat at Burk Lake Park. Kari was early and already had locations picked out for us. The shoot went smooth, which could have been complicated with a 20mon old in the heat. Her turnaround time with the pictures was super quick and the pictures are great. Our family and friends loves them. We will differently be using her services again and recommend her to anyone looking for a great experience and awesome pictures.
Details: Couples portrait • Natural / environmental (photographed in an outdoor setting) • Candid (captured in the moment) • Outdoors • 11 - 15 shots • Digital or online download • CD / DVD • Flash drive • $100 - $150 (Budget) • Ready to hire the right photographer now • The portrait photographer travels to me • I travel to the portrait photographer
Solas Photograpy's reply
Thank you a million! It was so fun and funny (the magic bench LOL). You have a beautiful family and such great kids! Cannot wait to work with you guys again!
Portrait Photography
Lucas L.
Mar 22, 2022
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Hired on Thumbtack
I had my engagement photos done by her and she did an amazing job. She edited and had the final product back to me in a very timely manner. I truly loved her work and would highly recommend her work.
Details: Proposal photoshoot • Candid • Outdoors • One location • Physical proofs and prints • Online or digital proofs and prints • My home, venue, etc. • At the pro’s location
Solas Photograpy's reply
Thanks so much Lucas!! I enjoyed helping capture such a special moment in your life!!!!
Engagement Photography
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Kari Elliott
FAQs
What should the customer know about your pricing (e.g., discounts, fees)?
My pricing is based off the equipment I use, location, time photographing, product the client wants, and type of service.
What is your typical process for working with a new customer?
I love to get to know new people. I start out with chatting with a new client beforehand and get to know them and what they are looking to get. I have multiple event and portrait packages to cater to all different client needs.
What education and/or training do you have that relates to your work?
I took a sociological photography class in my undergraduate studies. I learned how to photograph manually and would have assignments based off what I learned and different aspects of photography.
