Kathempel Photography

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Thursday, June 30, 2011 Posted in Uncategorized

Hempel bio '11

Hi, thanks for visiting my blog! My name is Katje Hempel. I am a Brooklyn based wedding and portrait photographer specializing in same-sex weddings, engagements, elopements and portraits. I love my job for one simple reason. It allows me to participate in, as well as document, some of peoples’ happiest moments.

I am a photographer, but more so, I am a people person. My formal education lies in Psychology, however I grew up with a dark room in my house, developing photos. Click here to view a full bio.

I aspire to capture tender moments, and provide you with images that reflect the good in life. This blog will give you a snapshot into my life; my values, my point of view, and most importantly to you, the way I work. Enjoy!

Scott and Pamela: A Scottish wedding in Central Park

Wednesday, January 11, 2012 Posted in Weddings

Such a fun loving couple! What a way to start out the new year!! I met up with Scott and Pamela last week at the Lady’s Pavilion in Central Park. The couple had flown over from Glasgow originally just for holiday, and decided to tie the knot while they were here. Friends flew in for the occasion from stateside, as well as London and Scotland. I captured the vows, and then spent a few hours with them being a tourist (in wedding attire). So. much. fun. It was one of those days where we kept turning to eachother in laughter and surprise with “did that really just happen?” A few photos from the afternoon:

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Pamela StrachanJanuary 11, 2012 - 3:16 pm

OH MY GOODNESS! Thank you so much! I can hardly believe how beautiful the photos are. You have captured the day perfectly. Thank you for being part of our day and being such fun to work with

Wendy McPikeJanuary 11, 2012 - 3:21 pm

Pamela and Scott, these are perfect!!! You both look so happy. Pamela you are stunning and Dr Scott, well you live up to your nickname of “handsome”

kathempelJanuary 11, 2012 - 3:30 pm

So glad you like them Pam, and can’t wait to share the rest with you!

Emily DeWanJanuary 12, 2012 - 2:18 am

Sweet! I love the light of the one of them in the gazebo.

JessiJanuary 30, 2012 - 3:26 pm

love the marilyn monroe shot, how’d you do that?

kathempelJanuary 30, 2012 - 3:28 pm

It was one of those moments where luck favors the prepared:) Super fun shoot!

kathempelJanuary 30, 2012 - 3:28 pm

Thanks Emily!

Paul and Bruce: Married in NYC

Wednesday, January 4, 2012 Posted in Weddings

This New Year’s Eve my father and Bruce exchanged vows in Brooklyn, NY. It was the first time that my siblings and I had met Bruce’s three kids. It was the first time that any of them had traveled to New York City. Lots of firsts, and lots of good times to show for it. The ceremony was gorgeous, and it felt wonderful to be able to photograph such a joyful event and share it with my family. A few photos from the day:

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Nancy RobjohnsJanuary 4, 2012 - 4:57 am

Bruce and Paul– I am so thrilled for the two of you! What a marvelous experience, all those firsts. And committing to each other on your destination wedding. Congratulations and many years of happiness to you both! Bruce, I DO hope to meet Paul some day. Remember to look me up if/when you get the the Midwest.

HadasJanuary 4, 2012 - 8:10 am

Mazal Tov!!!
Wonderful pictures! wonderful event! happy for you all.
Hadas.

Emily MilcarekJanuary 6, 2012 - 3:38 am

Kat – these are beautiful!! The cake feeding shot is amazing!! And the above shot of the cake, gorgeous! You’re so wonderfully talented.

JessiJanuary 11, 2012 - 2:51 am

Amazing photos. You should pull out all the cakes from your shoots and make a series, it’s cool to see this one and the next one next to each other…

NYC Christmas: David and Trip

Wednesday, December 14, 2011 Posted in Weddings

When gay marriage was legalized in New York this past June, Dave and Trip made the decision to exchange vows during the Christmas season in NYC. The couple traveled from Richmond, Virginia to see the tree, and make their union legal! They chose Top of the Rock for the ceremony, followed by a meal at the Terrace Club close by with friends and family. A few photos from the day: