Your wedding day is approaching, and you want to ensure that every aspect of your look is flawless. Bridal portraits offer a wonderful opportunity to not only test your hair and makeup choices but also capture stunning images that showcase your beauty and unique bridal look. Here are some tips for getting the most out of your bridal portrait session! A Complete Trial Run: When it comes to your bridal portrait session, I believe in going beyond the mirror. A hair and makeup trial can provide valuable insights, but seeing how your look holds up in the elements and how it translates through the l ..read more

If you’ve been following along for awhile, you might know Ryan and I are expecting our first baby in just a matter of days now! It’s been a long journey to get here- nearly four years since we decided we were ready to start a family. After years, two fertility clinics, three failed IUIs, one failed embryo transfer… we are almost at the finish line: it’s almost time to meet the baby! In the early years, I dreamed about what a baby shower would look like. As time went on, I didn’t think the day would ever happen. I can’t explain how grateful I am for all of the support and love we received at th ..read more

Spring is FINALLY here! I love everything about Spring, and think it’s such an ideal time for engagement sessions as long we can manage to miss the rain! Emily and Chris made plans to travel into town from St. Louis, and our fingers were crossed that we would get some decent weather, and we did! We also had a few blooms. Emily suggested Sacred Heart Academy for the session. What a great idea! Even though it’s less than two miles from my house, it was never on my radar. The campus has a lot to offer with it’s beautiful architecture, Chapel, and Spring landscaping. I have so many fond memories ..read more

There are a lot of wedding venues to choose from in Kentucky. After several years traveling around Kentucky and photographing dozens and dozens of weddings in the Bluegrass state, here are some of my standout favorites. These venues aren’t just great for weddings, but for engagement sessions, as well! Whitehall House & Gardens St. Matthews Louisville, Kentucky– I am love with this venue, and it’s just down the road from my home.  It’s totally classic.  As soon as you pull onto the property, you are greeted by the beautiful white house, complete with a covered porch that is f ..read more

This post is a little delayed. When I publish, I am 25 weeks. Our anatomy scan went well, and things have gone pretty smoothly since! I remember reading a lot of pregnancy blogs when we were struggling with infertility. Some days, I had the hope and headspace to read them. Other days, seeing them made me feel alone. I debated on whether or not I should share blogs like this, but in the end, I thought maybe this could give some hope to others who will one day be pregnant but are still struggling. Next week, we will have out anatomy scan! I can’t wait. I’m so excited to see the baby again, and h ..read more

We all love a good lens and new gear, but there are also non-gear items that make my life so much easier on wedding days. I would 100% consider myself a light packer on wedding days.  Having too much “stuff” on wedding day not only weighs you down, but it takes longer to move around and setup resulting in missed moments and memories, in my opinion.  So, I’m pretty pick about what non-gear I do bring to weddings. I am a curious person and love knowing what other people love and use, so I decided I would share some of my favorite non-gear items today. Ona Bag  I have had this Ona ..read more

Is this the best blog post I have ever shared? I’m going to vote yes! After years of struggling with infertility, Ryan and I are expecting a baby boy in April 2023!! I can’t believe I’m actually writing this out! Many of you probably know, we have spent the last two years doing fertility treatments, and started IVF this year. After a failed embryo transfer earlier this year, we are super excited to share that the second transfer stuck. Maybe one day I can share the ins and outs of our fertility and IVF journey, but today I want to focus on the fact that I am pregnant and it won’t be long befo ..read more

It’s hard to believe I am sharing this blog post today. I’m so excited and thankful to be growing the Katie Gallagher Photography team! We will be hiring associate photographers, as well as second photographers for 2023 and beyond! This is an exciting time! I am looking forward to serving more couples on their wedding days with an amazing team by my side!! If you are interested, please read more below or share with a friend who could be a good fit! The ideal candidate: Excellent communication skills Thorough understanding of the KGP brand Heart to serve couples and their families Willingness ..read more

Oxmoor Farm is one of my favorite Louisville venues, so I’m especially excited to share some of my favorites from Katie & Logan’s Fall engagement session! Oxmoor Farm is a historic landmark complete with a stunning home and beautiful grounds, all just a few minutes away from Oxmoor mall, making it an excellent location for a wedding. Oxmoor is great for engagement sessions, too. They have something to offer year round, whether it be the huge library, gardens, or the home itself. I loved getting to spend some time with Katie and Logan before their Henry Clay wedding next year. Enjoy ..read more

You all know I love a classic, elegant wedding day. Anne Margaret and George’s day was just that. From the classic venues- the historic Henry Clay in downtown Louisville, and gorgeous St. Boniface Catholic Church, to the neutral color palette. I’m excited to share some of my favorites from their wedding day! Thank you Anne Margaret for answering some questions about your big day to give us some insight into your choices and favorite memories!! K: What drew you to your venues specifically? A: I chose both the church and reception space because I felt like they both had so much history and ..read more