outside the lens photography
Katy, TX, Fort Bend
(7)
Katy, TX, Fort Bend
(7)
I have been a professional photographer in Katy, Texas for over 15 years. I absolutely love what I do and I promise our time together will be low-stress and fun.
My specialties include high school seniors, engagement, bridal portraits, weddings, maternity, family portraits and artistic/creative projects.
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7 customer reviews
Amy Burns Wallace
Kendall is amazing!! She took Calvin’s newborn pictures and our family pictures this year! Highly recommended!! You will not be disappointed! ⭐️ ⭐️ ⭐️ ⭐️ ⭐️
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Debbie Flynn
I am just simply blown away by Kendall’s beautiful, amazing, breathtaking, stunning (list goes on & on!) photography skills and couldn’t be happier that we chose Outside The Lens Photography to capture all the special moments on our wedding day. I would recommend Outside The Lens all day, every day to anyone looking for a phenomenal photographer! Thank you Kendall for everything! More...
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Christi Wilson
Kendall is FANTASTIC .... best photographer in town!
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Kimberly Tabor Keith
I am so excited to see my wedding pics... She is great!!!
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Jennifer Woodall Franta
What an amazing day!! We did senior pictures with Kendall and even my son said it was fun!!! He hates taking pictures!!! Outside the lens and especially the photographer, Kendall, were amazing!!!! Thank you we had a blast!!!! More...
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James D Brown
Kendall is amazing. We had we take belly portraits and newborn pictures two years ago of our sweet baby girl and now, we are ready to take new family portraits and I wouldn't ask anyone else! !! She is patient and willing to work with little ones on their schedules!!! More...
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Daniel Olivares
ive dealt with many photographers over the years ( plenty of years ) over the last few years ive narrowed it down to only using Outside the Lens when she is available ! all i can say is what a keen eye behind the eye of the camera !!!! truly remarkeable work!!! and ive aquired the services again and cannot wait to see the latest results of her work ! More...
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What do you love most about your job?
I treasure the times when I capture authenticity, spirit and personality in an image. It's usually that "magical" split second when my client didn't think I was clicking the shutter. These beautiful moments usually make me cry when I'm processing the session...yes, I'm a softy...I melt for babies & I cry at Geico commercials.
When I was growing up, my mother kept photographs, even the professional ones, in a dresser drawer in her bedroom. None were framed or displayed on the walls, just piled in a drawer (flash forward 30 years and now we keep photos on thumb drives!) It gives me great satisfaction when a client proudly displays an image in their home. That's when I know the "magic" happened.
What inspired you to start your own business?
My grandmother and mother were both working artists, and I've always been a creative/artsy type...it's in my DNA. Like so many self-taught photographers, I literally picked up my camera and started shooting, which led to experimental portraits on my not-very-thrilled son, which led to friends wanting me to take photographs of their equally-not-as-thrilled children. My biggest inspiration early on was the reaction I got when I delivered a session...the emotions....the laughter....the heartfelt thanks for giving them a beautiful gift they will treasure. It still motivates me today.
Why should our clients choose you?
When choosing the right photographer for you, here are 3 important things to consider: 1) Do you like their style of photography? All photographers have their own unique "look" and it's not for everyone. 2) Is their price a good value? What is included in price (make sure you are comparing comparable offers)? 3) If you checked yes in points 1 & 2, the deciding factor is usually the feeling you get in chatting with them, the unspoken stuff that makes you think "What a cool person. This should be fun" or "They give me a weird vibe!" If the photographer's personality annoys or irritates you pre-session, it will show in your photographs...it's important that you connect, that you're having fun and that you are relaxed.
So what am I like? Well, I'm generally upbeat & high energy (but in a raise-you-up/positive way). I get excited during a session when I'm seeing the perfect light or a beautiful shot through my view finder. There's always a "money shot" when we work together (the best shot of the session) and I'll usually call it audibly which makes everyone giggle. I keep it fun....I am an absolute clutz & often trip over nothing... I've been known to crawl around in a pasture on a mission to get "wispy grass/Taylor Swift album cover" portraits (yes, it's a thing).
My clients consistently say they were nervous about or even dreading their session, and I made it stress-free & even enjoyable. That's the biggest compliment! I'm also good with follow-up/follow-through, and I'm prompt.
Drop me a line, text or call me...ask me anything to help you make the best decision, and thank you for your consideration!
