Kara Hoganson: Photography + Design

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Kara Hoganson: Photography + Design

Epic photo adventures that candidly capture your sweet life + love✨

📍 St. Louis + beyond. Her work is known for its strong positivity and vibrant colors.

Kara Hoganson is a trusted creative partner for some of the world's most admired brands, small businesses, and independent dreamers. Whimsical, uplifting, and bold, Kara’s art inspires others to dream brighter.

04/10/2024

Two years later and the effortless joy of Nick + Sarah's day still has me charmed! A minimalist wedding with maximum love✨

I didn't have a blog to share their wedding story then, but I'm thrilled to share in now in honor of their anniversary. Cheers to these laid-back lovebirds and their full commitment to letting a perfect day unfold naturally!! 👇

https://karahogansonphoto.com/nick-sarah-joyful-minimalist-wedding-in-the-hall-at-olive-oak/
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venue/catering | Olive + Oak
photo | Kara Hoganson: Photography +Design
florals | Visa Marie Events
stationary | All She Wrote
dress | LBR Bridal
suits | Men's Wearhouse
dj | TKO DJs

03/23/2024

ON THE BLOG: The realist + the dreamer ✨

Alyssa + Drew are a collection of beautiful juxtapositions, and their engagement session was a perfect reflection of that sweet fact.

These two would be just as easily seen jet-setting around the world's most fashionable cities as they would be sharing a cozy pizza picnic in the park. They are hosts to a feeling, forever manifesting an atmosphere worth experiencing. As special as their session I can't wait to share ✨👇

https://karahogansonphoto.com/alyssa-drew-chic-downtown-st-louis-engagement-session

02/24/2024

Jenny + Ryan are ON THE BLOG in all their adorable, cozy glory ✨

Their two-part engagement adventure began within the peak fall beauty of Tower Grove Park and ended with a laid-back walk around their neighborhood with their dog.

I can't help but smile or *feel* warm joy every time I look back on this day, and it will forever be my fall engagement inspo 👇

https://karahogansonphoto.com/jenny-ryan-cozy-fall-south-city-tower-grove-park-engagement/

02/10/2024

This feels so strange to even post...

Definitely the first time I've ever shot a wedding BEFORE the engagement session, but for Chris + Mal, it was easy 'yes'!

I'm thrilled that this sweet, spontaneous Christmas elopement was just the beginning of a year of photo fun with these two. An engagement and fall elvish fairytale wedding are on the horizon, but for now I'm happy to share part I of Chris + Mal's wedding story, now ON THE BLOG ✨👇

https://karahogansonphoto.com/chris-mal-sweet-christmas-elopement-ceremony/

01/27/2024

If you follow me on Instagram, you've gotten just a taste of Erik + Alexa's quiet magic✨✨

From vows to cake cutting, I deeply admire all the ways these two cultivated private moments throughout their wedding. How sweet to savor your biggest day together without distraction!! Unexpected 80° fall weather aside, their blissful day felt just like a warm hug. And now it's ON THE BLOG!👇

https://karahogansonphoto.com/erik-alexa-an-intimate-warm-fall-wedding-at-lost-hill-lake/
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venue/decor/coordination/DJ | Lost Hill Lake Weddings + Events
photo | Kara Hoganson: Photography + Design 🙋🏼‍♀️
florals | Sisterchicks Flowers + More
HMUA | Abigail Joy Hair & Makeup Artistry
catering | Salt + Smoke
dress | Justin Alexander via Bridal Extraordinaire
suits |

01/20/2024

Every time it snows I think about this engagement session fun with Josh + Taylor – I mean how dreamy is this scene?! ❄️😍❄️

We captured this winter magic before my blog was even in the works, but in honor of recent winter weather, I'm sharing it now for all you snow lovers!
..and yes, we should absolutely meet up next time the flurries hit 😉👇

https://karahogansonphoto.com/josh-taylor-snowy-st-louis-engagement-session-at-busch-wildlife/

01/11/2024

We may be in a new year but there's still oodles of photo magic from 2023 left to share! 💖

Our first flashback fun comes in the form of Bekah + Tony's colorful woodsy wedding daydream. I love everything about these two and their enviable, carefree party ways. I know you will too👇🥰

https://karahogansonphoto.com/bekah-tony-a-colorful-carefree-woodsy-wedding-at-lost-hill-lake/

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venue/decor/coordination | Lost Hill Lake Weddings + Events
photo | Kara Hoganson: Photography + Design 🙋🏼‍♀️
florals | Walter Knoll Florist
HMUA | Studio BRIDE
dj | Pretty Dope Mike
catering | B&B BBQ and Catering llc
dress | BHLDN by Anthropologie
suits | StudioSuits

12/30/2023

Eek! I've waited so long to build this time machine, and it's finally ready to invite you inside!!! 🚀✨

Today I'm sharing a story that's been a year in the making: a collection of all the best wedding moments 2023 brought to my lens.

Whether you're newlyweds stopping by to reminisce, or a future couple who may one day find yourself included, I hope you enjoy this labor of love. 🤍👇

https://karahogansonphoto.com/2023/12/29/year-in-review-best-of-2023-wedding-elopements/

12/16/2023

'TIL DEATH 🖤🤘☠️

Amber + Nathan's most radical, magical pine grove elopement is now ON THE BLOG✨in honor of their one year. A true ethereal treat for all my fellow alt-style, pacfic-northwest aura lovers – ENJOY!! 😘👇

https://karahogansonphoto.com/amber-nathan-an-ethereal-pacific-northwest-style-elopement-at-busch-wildlife

11/19/2023

Marc + Paige's iconic is ON THE BLOG✨

As you might have guessed, these two threw the *entire* wedding rulebook out the window and the magic that resulted was quite frankly it was unlike anything you or I have ever seen. A deeply personal, beautifully gothic, unforgettable affair. In honor of M + P's one year anniversary today, please step inside their magic and be inspired firsthand 👇

https://karahogansonphoto.com/marc-paige-gorgeous-gothic-wedding-at-the-thaxton-speakeasy
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planning + design | Coda's Events
photo | Kara Hoganson: Photography + Design
ceremony/reception | The Thaxton
hotel/pre-ceremony | Hotel Saint Louis
stationary/menus | Second Twin Stationary
calligraphy | Minerva's Mark
cake | La Patisserie Chouquette
pavlova | Nathaniel Reid Bakery
florals | Bloomin Buckets

10/21/2023

After eloping in the Colorado mountains with their pup, I had the distinct pleasure of capturing Courtney + Ryan's reception with their loved ones back home. 🌿

One of the most fun group of folks I've had the pleasure of joining for a celebration and they gave me a whole new appreciation for 'photo bombs'. See why for yourself ON THE BLOG! ✨👇

https://karahogansonphoto.com/courtney-ryan-intimate-playful-elopement-reception-at-quail-ridge-lodge/

09/27/2023

long overdue memory share from my first wedding behind AND in front of the camera! (flip to the end for a little honorary bridesmaid surprise ➡️🥰)

documenting my friends’ milestones has become one of my favorite traditions, and Allen + Rachel’s celebration was no exception! we’ve been waiting for this perfect union for so long the amount of joy to watch it finally come to life was felt in all the little moments…

carefully capturing all of the thoughtful details they spent over a year crafting together in their home, frolicking in the most gorgeous weather, a front row seat to all of the emotions, and ending the night singing our lungs out on the dance floor surrounded by my all of my closest high school girlfriends 💃🤘 THE BEST DAY!!! ✨

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venue | Silo Point at Brookdale Farms Weddings and Events
photo | Kara Hoganson: Photography + Design
bouquets | Wheels 2 Fields Flower Farm
stationary | Truly Engaging
HMUA | Emrita's hair and makeup
suits | Men's Wearhouse
DJ | McMusic Events

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http://www.karahogansonphoto.com/

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