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I have just had the best time on the quad with my grads!! There is something pretty magical about Mizzou’s campus in the spring 🌸 Grateful to you all for trusting me to capture these keepsakes!!! 🫶🏻

Make sure you are on my fall mini waitlist if you are hoping to book a family or couple mini session in August–October! (These are typically Christmas card photos for many families!) 🍁 I will be taking a limited number of fall sessions this year and can only guarantee spaces for those on my waitlists! Those on my waitlist will be the first to know when these sessions officially open. Email me at contact@kylataylor.com with your name, email and phone number to be added!

ELIZABETH & JAKE 🌷🩵🌸 A little sneak peak of yesterday coming to ya! Obsessed with their vision of the day & their story - they are all things sweet & kind!!! Venue: @emersonfieldsvenue Photographer: @kyla.taylor.photography Videographer: @moonandbackvideoco Event Management: @wrightproweddings Florist: @barerootsllc Bridal Gown & Alterations: @ivorylacebridal Groom/Groomsmen Attire: @michaelsclothingkc Bridesmaid Attire: @azazieofficial Baker: @cakesbykristina19 Catering: @raspberrys_bbq DJ: @weddingdjnicholas

HECK YEAH IT’S WEDDING DAY!!! Elizabeth & Jake tie the knot today @emersonfieldsvenue and I could t be more pumped to spend the day by their side!!!! See yall soon 🫶🏻 Todays Vendor Team ⬇️ Venue: @emersonfieldsvenue Photographer: @kyla.taylor.photography Videographer: @moonandbackvideoco Event Management: @wrightproweddings Florist: @barerootsllc Bridal Gown & Alterations: @ivorylacebridal Groom/Groomsmen Attire: @michaelsclothingkc Bridesmaid Attire: @azazieofficial Baker: @cakesbykristina19 Catering: @raspberrys_bbq DJ: @weddingdjnicholas

A MIZ proposal with the sweetest couple! I met Payton & Bennett from a grad photo session last year and they’ve been stuck with me ever since!! Cannot WAIT for their winter 2025 celebration 💍❄️

A quick reminder that KTP is fully booked for spring grad photos! 🎓 Email me if you would like to get on the Fall 2024 or Spring 2025 waitlist!

THE RIDGEWAYS!!! And some of my favorite snapshots of their day. The goofiest, kindest, most genuine people you will ever meet 🩵 Their day was a celebration from start to finish (just like their lives together will be!!!)

2024 Spring grads! I am FULLY BOOKED for the semester 🍾 But there are sooo many awesome photographers that are still taking on spring grad sessions! Photogs, if you have spots still open drop a 👋🏻 in the comments!

One thing I do with all my wedding couples is a fun “get to know you (& your relationship)” survey! My wedding couples are so much more than just a day to me and this is my absolute favorite way to reset and make sure I’m intentional about capturing THEIR relationship on their day! I get to know a lot about them through the process, but I always find myself going back to their words about each other! One of my favorite questions is “What are 3 words you would use to describe your future spouse?” Here is what Taylor & Chase had to say about each other ⬇️ “Chase is funny, smart & thoughtful. We are always joking and laughing together and he never fails to crack jokes! He is also getting his PHD and loves learning, he is always teaching me about new things he has learned! He is one of the most thoughtful people I know. He always remembers little things I mention that most people wouldn’t remember and he gives the most thoughtful gifts!” - Taylor “Taylor is caring, sassy, and well organized! She is always the one to make sure I am doing alright and taking care of me whenever needed. On the contrary, she is super sassy, but in a good way! She is always the one to know everything. I’ll always ask her if we have anything planned and she will respond “”We have... on ...””. She always keeps me on track and is always there to pick up my slack.” - Chase Photography @kyla.taylor.photography Event Management @delighteventsmo Venue @emersonfieldsvenue Florals @mutigergardenevents Catering @raspberrys_bbq DJ @djsharkattackcomo Bar Service @vertigoeventservices Live Music @maria_duhova_trevor_harp Bridal Gown @rebeccasweddings Designer @maggiesotterodesigns Bridesmaids @azazieofficial Menswear @menswearhouse Hair @upliftedbride Makeup @alisomerbeauty Rentals @a.b.heltonfinelinenrentals Couple @taylornheim & Chase Heim

I think one of the most stressful parts of getting ready for family photos is coordinating outfits! Before you go unloading your whole family’s dressers and drawers, you can simplify this process with a solid plan – pick a palette. Start by selecting about three neutral and nearly neutral colors and base most outfits using those colors. From there, you can add one or two accent colors! Swipe through to see some color palette & outfit info! Which is your fave? 🤩

Give me all the feel good, giggly, lovey dovey photos!!! Bellin & Jordan are just each other’s perfect match and I could not be more excited for their growing family (so soon!!!) We chose to start their announcement photos at Acola coffee because Bellin had mom & dad mugs she wanted to use for the announcement! From there we headed to some of my favorite downtown spots together. It was truly the happiest shoot!

The dreamiest surprise engagement from February!!! If anyone remembers the last minute addition to my giveaway (AKA an additional February mini) just know that the mastermind @brendan_roast was behind it! He reached out to me in January to see if we could make Maddie a “fake” winner of a mini session so that he could propose... with a photographer... without her having a clue! Maddie actually set the date and time and everything! In fact, she told me she wanted “Photos of her and her dogs, and then a few with her boyfriend” – HA! The best part of surprising her was that after the initial shock (and easy yes!), she put the pieces together and said, “Wait... so I’m not a winner???” Brendan knows her well and told me beforehand that those exact words would come out of her mouth after the proposal 💍 Here’s to the future Rosts! Another fun fact: These two are responsible for us getting a second pup – they gave us the two dog fever!!!

Name something better than a @cakesbykristina19 cake... If you’ve tasted one, you know you can’t 🍰 Vendor Team: Planning and Design | @wrightproweddings Photography: @kyla.taylor.photography Venue | @emersonfieldsvenue Floral Design | @barerootsllc Rentals | Linens, Place Settings, Dance Floor, Draping | @a1partyeventrentalcomo Vintage Rentals | @pretty.lil.things Specialty Draping | @dzinesweddings Baker | @cakesbykristina19 Live Painting | @cindyscottartistry Bridal Attire | @breezebridal Bridal Shoes | @bellabelleshoes Groom Attire | @savviweddingsandprom Bridal HMUA | @upliftedbride Paper Goods | @forgetnotpaper Uplighting | @weddingdjnicholas Gown Designer | @maggiesotterodesigns

Only 5 more mini session left for Spring 2024 grads! After this, spring grad books will be officially closed! Book your session directly at kylataylor.com/mizzou-grads 🎓🍾

How do you make sure you ENJOY your wedding day?⬇ Schedule in breaks!! This is something I will always add to my timelines! Not only does it give us great buffer time throughout the day, but it also let’s you have the ability to sit back, relax, and truly take in and enjoy all the hard work that’s gone into your day! Over anything else, I want you to be PRESENT on your wedding day! Vendors: Photography: @kyla.taylor.photography Ceremony: Cathedral of St. Joseph Reception: West Ridge Event Center Rentals: @a1partyeventrentalcomo Jeweler: @kayjewelers Makeup: @riversongjc Florist: @rivercityflorist Caterer: Argyle Catering Invitations: @zazzle Bridesmaid’s Attire: @azazieofficial

How do you make your wedding design one to remember? 👏Intentional👏Details👏 Getting a planner like Madyson with @wrightproweddings is one of the easiest way to make this happen! She pulled together so many talented vendors to create a dreamy wedding experience complete with carefully curated touches! Whether it was a hand-painted bottle of wine from @cindyscottartistry featuring a beautiful scene of the one and only @emersonfieldsvenue or a whole bouquet of colorful flowers from @barerootsllc on top of a detailed (and always delicious!) cake from @cakesbykristina19, this day had intentional details running through every part of it! Vendor Team: Planning and Design | @wrightproweddings Venue | @emersonfieldsvenue Floral Design | @barerootsllc Rentals | Linens, Place Settings, Dance Floor, Draping | @a1partyeventrentalcomo Vintage Rentals | @pretty.lil.things Specialty Draping | @dzinesweddings Baker | @cakesbykristina19 Live Painting | @cindyscottartistry Bridal Attire | @breezebridal Bridal Shoes | @bellabelleshoes Groom Attire | @savviweddingsandprom Bridal HMUA | @upliftedbride Paper Goods | @forgetnotpaper Uplighting | @weddingdjnicholas Gown Designer | @maggiesotterodesigns Model | @eco_emmaep & @tyjack_4

Had the most fun this weekend hanging with all my favorite vendor friends and photographers 🙌 Love using slow season to get creative! Vendor Team: Planning and Design | @wrightproweddings Venue | @emersonfieldsvenue Floral Design | @barerootsllc Rentals | Linens, Place Settings, Dance Floor, Draping | @a1partyeventrentalcomo Vintage Rentals | @pretty.lil.things Specialty Draping | @dzinesweddings Baker | @cakesbykristina19 Live Painting | @cindyscottartistry Bridal Attire | @breezebridal Bridal Shoes | @bellabelleshoes Groom Attire | @savviweddingsandprom Bridal HMUA | @upliftedbride Paper Goods | @forgetnotpaper Uplighting | @weddingdjnicholas Gown Designer | @maggiesotterodesigns Model | @eco_emmaep & @tyjack_4

It’s about that time of the year where spring sessions become very limited! Scroll through to see what I still have open through June 🌸 Once these are booked, I am fully booked! No additional sessions will be open before July! Email me at contact@kylataylor.com or fill out an inquiry form on my site to snag one!

Six years ago, I hosted family mini sessions for the first time. Honestly, at that time it was just a way for me to get more family photo practice. Now, it is one of my absolute favorite facets of KTP. I get to see so many growing families year after year and have so much fun knowing and loving on the couples, parents & kiddos in Como! Even though the sessions are shorter, I truly feel like I get to know my clients so well during them. It’s not lost on me that I have the privilege to capture so many milestone moments for you guys! Thank you all for coming back year after year and trusting me with your yearly highlights! 🫶🏻 Spring minis are open and over half of them are already booked! You can find my availability, all the details and book directly at kylataylor.com/spring-minis

See you Sunday at the Emerson Fields Open Venue Experience! 😁 And when I say experience, I mean EXPERIENCE! The venue will be styled to showcase upcoming wedding trends and so many of my very favorite vendor friends will be there! Here’s all the details: WHEN: Sunday, March 3, 2–4 PM WHERE: Emerson Fields FOR: Couples booked at EF & newly engaged couples looking for inspiration and vendors! RSVP: emersonfields.com/rsvp Hope to see you there!

My people 🥹 2024 MIZ grads - my spring spots are 80% filled. I will not be taking any more grad sessions after the final ones are snagged! Go to kylataylor.com/mizzou-grads to view my packages and book a spot! To all those who have already booked - I’m SO EXCITED!!!! Meet you on the quad 😉

All about those bridal details 💅

It’s the week of love!!! 💕🫶🏻💓Here are a few simple ways to tell your people that you love them this week! I know Valentine’s Day is sometimes kind of a cheesy Hallmark holiday, but I’ll always take the excuse to show my people gratitude! How are you showing love this week? ⬇️

Always aiming to create photos you want to frame 🤩 It’s always such an honor to capture The Blackman’s (and oh so special to now be able to include little EmmyLou!)

And let me just say it again for the people in the back 📣📣📣 Trends come and go. It’s great to take inspiration from trends if it is something you truly love, but make sure the heart of your wedding is still based on YOU! Joslyn LOVES pink. And I mean I’ve truly never met a girl who loves pink more! I was not shocked when she told me that her & Bradley started their relationship after Bradley complimented her pink rain boots ☔️ (which of course were paired with a pink rain jacket) The pink engagement ring, bridal shoes and flowers just made sense! @wrightproweddings made all her pink dreams come true and it made the day so uniquely her 💕🌸🌷 Venue: @emersonfieldsvenue Photographer: @kyla.taylor.photography Videographer: @majorfilmsmidmo Coordinator: @wrightproweddings Hair: Nikki Cool Makeup: @makeupbymaggie727 Bridal Gown: @mimisbridaltandc Groom Attire: @menswearhouse Florals: Jennifer Polcek Catering: @nolandscateringofmacon Rentals: @dzinesweddings Vintage lounge: @pretty.lil.things Marquee Letters: @alphalitmidmo Desserts: @cakesbykristina19 Linens: @a.b.heltonfinelinenrentals DJ: @topsoundmobile

This is always the goal when I’m behind the lens! I want to capture YOUR love - not just the trends, not just posed photos - your genuine, unique love!!!! Photos with your person should always feel like HOME 🤍

Our Brooke girl – or should I say officially Brooke Lemen RN, BSN!!! 👩‍🎓 Brooke was the biggest blessing to our family last semester – she babysat Case and loved on him so well! & boy did he love her! It was such an honor to take her grad photos and we are just so excited for what her future holds 🤍

A quick guide to choosing your wedding photographer 📸 I know the process can feel truly overwhelming, so here’s some tips on where to start!

This gallery gives me all the bright, happy, sunshiney vibes!!! ☀️ Always smile big when I look back at this one! I first met Madyson when she won my mini giveaway a couple years ago. Since then I’ve gotten to know her as not only a fellow wedding vendor (check her out @wrightproweddings), but a friend as well! Last year I had the privilege to capture her sweet family and boy are they just a joy to be around!

So many inquires for newborns recently and nothing makes me happier! I really, truly love capturing this transition for my families 🫶🏻 Wondering what an in home newborn session looks like? Fill out a portrait inquiry form on my site! I’ll send you all the details and some examples of sessions!

Big ol fan of these two!!! Counting down the days until March 23rd 🤩

📸 PHOTOGRAPHY GIVEAWAY 📸 Whether you are a client of mine, have recommended me to others or just follow along – I am so grateful for the support you give me so I can do what I love for a living! To celebrate all of you guys, I am offering a ✨ free spring mini session ✨ (valued at $275) to one lucky winner! The winner of this giveaway will receive a code to sign up for a 2023 spring mini session free of charge! These sessions will take place March–July of this year. This can be a family session, engagement session, senior session, couples session or any other mini session you want!! Available to anyone in the Columbia area or willing to travel to the Columbia area 😊 To enter: ✨ Like this photo ✨ Follow this account ✨ Tag your friends! (1 tag=1 entry, unlimited entires allowed) ✨ For extra entries, share this to your story and tag this account (+5 entries – Make sure to tag @kyla.taylor.photography The winner will be chosen through a random generator and announced on Saturday, 1/27. The session will be redeemable for one spring mini session only. This contest is not associated with Instagram. Want to help spread the word about this giveaway?? Send this post to your Columbia friends so they can enter to win too! * * * #midmophotographer #columbiamophotographer #missouriphotographer #missouriengagementphotographer #missouriweddingphotographer #columbiamogiveaway #columbiamo #ᴘʜᴏᴛᴏɢʀᴀᴘʜʏɢɪᴠᴇᴀᴡᴀʏ

✨ NOW BOOKING ✨ Spring mini sessions are OPEN! Scroll through to see all the details & check out the link in my bio to book your session!

Want to know the one necessity for getting beautiful detail photos? ➡️ TIME!! While an experienced photographer can easily create a beautiful flat lay in 20-30 minutes, more time allows for more creativity! Devoting closer to 45 minutes - 1 hour of your timeline to detail shots allows your photographer to get multiple set-ups, focus on each detail and overall add more variety to your detail gallery ✨ Vendors: Venue: @emersonfieldsvenue Photographer: @kyla.taylor.photography Coordination: @delighteventsmo DJ: @djsharkattackcomo Hair: @upliftedsalon Makeup: @alisomerbeauty Harpist: @maria_duhova_trevor_harp Bar: @vertigoeventservices Florist: @mutigergardenevents Rentals: @a.b.heltonfinelinenrentals Catering: @raspberrys_bbq

Pretty in pink 💕🌸🎀 One of the biggest reasons I LOVE in-home newborn sessions is because they are completely based around your place. Your photos end up looking as unique as the spaces you’ve worked so hard to create 💗

Talk about a unique location choice! Olivia wanted something a little different for her senior photos and dreamed of an Italy-inspired backdrop. There was no better place than the winery in Rocheport. When we rolled up that morning, there was a crazy thick fog that made her photos that much more special! And I had such a blast playing with the golden hour fog and getting creative for this session to capture Olivia’s vision! To all my seniors – bookings for this year are now live on my site!

Here to warm up this chilly week and let you know that spring minis are officially OPEN for booking!!! Head on over to kylataylor.com/spring-minis to book a session! These will be the only minis I open until fall, so grab one before they’re gone! 🌸🌷

Cannot wait to capture my 2024 Mizzou grads! Grad photos have been one of my favorite types of sessions since I started them as a freshman in college (and I’ve been able to capture over 550 of them so far!) 💫 Grad photos are being offered weekday mornings March–May. Book a slot now on my website!

One whole year since the most epic Sunday dance party I have ever been a part of 💃🏼🕺 This day was simply the best! Every detail was so thought out, the love for Caroline & Jack was tangible in every aspect of the day and man was it just fun! Vendors: Photographer: @kyla.taylor.vphotography Video: @momentsbykait Venue: @stone_house_of_st_charles Hair: @radiencefromrachel Makeup: @kamcobeauty_ Florals: @carleyjeansfloral Cake: sarahscakeshop

It is absolutely crazy to me to look back on how this all started 😳 In 2016, I made a New Year’s resolution to take a photo on my camera every day for the entire year (and document it on my first photography account @kydrophotos). I had never been one for New Year’s resolutions and there was no rhyme or reason for it - I was in no way planning for photography to turn into my career. I truly had no kind of end goal in mind. Honestly, I think I was feeling a little lost in all the change going on around me (aka moving to a new state and going to a college where I didn’t know a single person) and needed something to focus some creative energy on. It was not easy and there were really many times I wanted to throw in the towel. I carried my camera along with me wherever I went and didn’t always capture images I was super proud to show off. If you knew me during that time, you probably heard me on more than one occasion say “Shoot! My photo of the day!” near the end of the night. But this will forever be one of my favorite resolutions. I learned SO much simply by forcing myself to document things. Some days were less glamorous, and some days I really got my creative juices flowing and played with light, color, photoshop and more elaborate ideas. Through it all I found my footing and my camera became a part of me! Photo of the day helped me experiment and go outside my normal photography comfort zone, and ultimately gave me my first clients! Not to over simplify it, but my hobby turned into a side job which turned into my real, big-girl full time job 🫶🏻😁 My style took a 180, the day to day tasks & goals are new, the kinds of photos I take are different, but my heart for it still the same! (And honestly has probably grown even bigger) So thank you all for sticking around and trusting me to capture your memories! And especially thank you if you’ve been around since the @kydrophoto days!!! 📸

The MAGIC of golden hour engagement photos!!! Give me all that sunshine & yellow ☀️

Are you wanting photos with KTP in 2024? Make sure you are on a waitlist! Current waitlists include: ⭐ 2024 Spring Family Minis ⭐ 2024 Spring High School Seniors ⭐ 2024 Spring College Grads ⭐ 2024 Fall Family Minis ⭐ 2024 Fall High School Seniors ⭐ 2024 Fall College Grads People on the waitlists are the first to know when spots open and get first priority for booking these sessions! To get on a waitlist, email me at contact@kylataylor.com with your name, phone number and the waitlist(s) you would like to be added to! You can also fill out an inquiry form on my site! A quick note – I am still booking full family sessions, engagements, business photos and weddings in 2024! Email me to start the booking process on any of these!

Can’t believe I’m saying this before the end of 2023… but I am nearly fully booked for wedding photos in 2024 and will only be taking ONE more Saturday wedding! Fill out the inquiry on my site soon if you want me to photograph your special day 🤍 Meanwhile, here are some snapshots from the Beazley’s November wedding in Jeff City! The best way to end the 2023 wedding season!

To all my wonderful families!!!! Make sure to message me or email me to get on the spring or fall mini waitlists for this year! I won’t be taking on quite as many sessions this year and I want to make sure you all are able to grab a spot 🫶🏻

A little behind the scenes of Gracie & Blake’s wedding day in July! I absolutely LOVE Couple’s portraits – but the small details are what make your final gallery YOUR gallery. A couple of my faves from the Darkow wedding: 💕 The bridesmaid & moms praying over Gracie minutes before the ceremony. Centering her and preparing her to walk down the aisle to marry her best friend! 💍 Those DETAILS! & the love and thought that went into each and every one of them ⌚ Blake getting ready – he was so, so excited and just eagerly waiting for his first look with Gracie ✨ That dress!!!! We hung it up in the beautiful bridal suite windows and just couldn’t stop staring! 💄 Gracie getting ready – her and her mom are just the cutest! They switched between cracking up and tearing up the whole time. You could just feel the love! 🎂 Okay YUM – the most beautiful & delicious cake awaited the bride and groom in the reception area! G&B even had beautiful champagne glasses to share with it. And the way that evening golden light was hitting it all was just magical! 🎤 The speeches – don’t sleep on these! The emotions you get from your guests as you’re listening to the meaning behind the day is so raw and genuine! 🤍🖤 The happy couple! And truly the happiest people you will meet! Photographer: @kyla.taylor.photography Wedding Coordinator: @gatherandcoevents DJ: @djsharkattackcomo Venue: @westwind_hills Caterer: @callierscatering Florals: @thespecialeventflorist Hair: @lalosalon Makeup: Makeupbyelin.com Cake: @sarahscakeshop Jeweler: @betzjewelers

Hey hi hello!!!! Long time no see 😅 One week of not keeping up with my socials turned into 2 weeks and quickly turned into 2 months... but it was much needed time to take a step back and figure out what I want KTP to look like in 2024! I am so excited for all to come! BUT I’M BACK! And so so excited to share the over 250 sessions I was lucky enough to capture this year. Thank you all for another successful year and many, many special memories captured! Stay tuned to see them all!

Have a very happy Thanksgiving week! All emails will be answered by Monday afternoon! Inquire there with any questions!!!

Truly one of my greatest joys to capture my families!!! There is really nothing like watching y’all grow and change each year through my lens 🥹

Pretty in pink 💕 Joslyn had a VISION for this day and man oh man @wrightproweddings helped her execute it perfectly! From mismatched pink bridesmaids dresses, fresh (homegrown) centerpiece flowers and even Joslyn’s engagement ring - pink was the name of the game? Can’t wait to share more from this day! Venue: @emersonfieldsvenue Photographer: @kyla.taylor.photography Videographer: @majorfilmsmidmo Coordinator: @wrightproweddings Hair: Nikki Cool Makeup: @makeupbymaggie727 Bridal Gown: @mimisbridaltandc Groom Attire: @menswearhouse Florals: Jennifer Polcek Catering: @nolandscateringofmacon Rentals: @dzinesweddings Vintage lounge: @pretty.lil.things Marquee Letters: @alphalitmidmo Desserts: @cakesbykristina19 Linens: @a.b.heltonfinelinenrentals DJ: @topsoundmobile

CAROLINE & DALTON Day 2 of the fantastic double header wedding weekend!!! And another pair of high school sweethearts 💕 C & D have been together for nearly 7 years (many of which have been long distance). It was the sweetest celebration watching their friends and family join together and rally around these two. My favorite line from the whole day was from Dalton’s personal vows. He can’t wait to change FaceTime calls & long distance texts to “be home soon” ones 🥹 Love love love the love these two share!!!

KTP is fully booked through March 2024! Thank you all for the support - this has been my absolute favorite year yet! Waitlists are currently open for: ✨ 2024 spring grads ✨ 2024 spring family minis ✨ 2024 spring seniors ✨ 2024 fall family minis Email me at contact@kylataylor.com to be added to any of the above!! Additionally, I’m only taking 2 more 2024 weddings! Inquire through the form on my site if you want to snag a spot!!!

LUKE & GIGI Day 1/2 of the very best double header wedding weekend!!! Luke & Gigi got married at her dad’s lake house in an intimate & meaningful ceremony done by Luke’s dad. All day long everyone was just raving that these two were meant to be & just fit together so perfectly (and man you know it’s true after spending even a few minutes with them!!!) Cheers to the Simon’s 🥂

Poppin bottles 🍾 because this busy season has been simply THE BEST!!! So much to share with y’all so stay tuned 😉

Case’s first camping weekend!!!! I’ve been trying to spend this season focusing on our fam because wowza the time is going by so fast! I’ve been having to remind myself that while I love my business and could work all the time, one of the biggest reasons I dove into it full time was to prioritize family moments and have a biz that works well for me, not for me to constantly try to keep up and work for it. During the past month, that has looked like: - Minimal social media! It’s been nice to take a little step back from the constant race that is socials for my biz - Weekends at home when possible!!! Working hard to not let myself be on call 24/7 and taking time to be unplugged from work - No working in the evenings (besides shoots). I only get so many bedtimes when Case is this tiny! - Being fully booked & meaning it! I love my job and I could easily book up all my evenings, this has been a big season of learning to say no (and hey, I’m starting to get a little better at it!!) - Reworking what KTP will look like next year Overall, I’m working on trusting that God will sustain us through these little changes and allow us to shift our focus to quality time! Here’s to many more camping weekends in Case monkey’s future ⛺️

Todays the day!!! So excited to celebrate Taylor & Chase with all of my favorite vendor friends 🫶🏻 Venue: @emersonfieldsvenue Photographer: @kyla.taylor.photography Coordination: @delighteventsmo DJ: @djsharkattackcomo Hair: @upliftedsalon Makeup: @alisomerbeauty Harpist: @maria_duhova_trevor_harp Bar: @vertigoeventservices Florist: @mutigergardenevents Rentals: @a.b.heltonfinelinenrentals Catering: @raspberrys_bbq

Come join me THIS SUNDAY at Emerson Field’s Open House!!! RSVP via the link in my story! All the details👇🏻 WHEN: This Sunday 9/10 from 4-6 PM WHERE: Emerson Fields WHAT: The Open Venue Experience is for ANY soon-to-be brides! It’s a great place to connect to vendors & get tons of wedding inspo! This is a must-do for 2024 & 2025 brides! Come tour the BEAUTIFUL Emerson Fields wedding venue and get a tour of their brand new on-site lodging! During this event, you will be treated to entrée samplings, cake tastings, dessert bites, beverages, live music, and meet the very best vendors!!! Just make sure to RSVP for this FREE event at emersonfields.com/rsvp So excited to see you there!!! #missouribride #missouriweddingphotographer #missouriwedding

Sunset photos: Are they worth it? 🌅 I’m short - YES!!!! Yes x 1,000,000!!!! But, if you need more convincing, here’s why you need to add them to your timeline 👇🏻 1️⃣ It gives the two of you more time together away from the hustle and bustle of the reception. It’s the perfect time to catch a breath, reflect on the day & soak it all in! 2️⃣ Those views 👀 Who doesn’t want the beautiful colors of a sunset in their couples portraits? 3️⃣ You’ll feel more comfortable! The ceremony is done, you’ve greeted your guests, and you’ve already been through one set of couples portraits. Sunset couples portraits are like the cherry on top of a perfect wedding day! 4️⃣ You get the most superior lighting!!! The sun is glowing, the lighting is even and overall super super flattering! 5️⃣ More variety in your gallery! You’ll be able to visit any extra spots you wanted to get & get the most out of your wedding photos 🎉 Truly they will be your favorite photos in your gallery!!! So, add the 15 extra minutes and grab the most frame-worthy of shots! #weddingphotography #weddingphotographer #sunsetphotography #missouriphotographer

What can I say, I love it all 🤷‍♀️ Ever since I have taken my photography seriously, I’ve been told over & over again that the only way to be successful in this biz is to pick your lane & stay in it. Only focus on weddings, only market yourself as a family photographer, only take on seniors. But the reason I love love love my job is because everyday is so different & unique!!! It’s been so fun to find my own success in documenting all the things I love 🤩 It’s literally my favorite thing to be able to be with my clients through every life stage! #missouriphotographer #columbiamo #missouriweddingphotographer #missouriengagementphotographer #missourifamilyphotographer

Heading back to the one & only Emerson Fields today to celebrate Joslyn & Bradley!! You know the wedding is going to be a blast when you have "groomsmen game-day walkin" written into the timeline 😁 So excited to share this day with all of my wonderful vendor friends 👇🏻 Venue: @emersonfieldsvenue Photographer: @kyla.taylor.photography Videographer: @majorfilmsmidmo Coordinator: @wrightproweddings Hair: Nikki Cool Makeup: @makeupbymaggie727 Bridal Gown: @mimisbridaltandc Groom Attire: @menswearhouse Florals: Jennifer Polcek Catering: @nolandscateringofmacon Rentals: @dzinesweddings Vintage lounge: @pretty.lil.things Marquee Letters: @alphalitmidmo Desserts: @cakesbykristina19 Linens: @a.b.heltonfinelinenrentals DJ: @topsoundmobile

👀 A peak into an 8-hour wedding photo timeline!!! Every wedding is totally different, and timelines can vary a lot! But this is a great jumping off-point when you’re trying to figure out the flow of the day and how much coverage you might need 📸 8-hour timeline w/ first look 👇🏻 12:00-1:00 | Detail Photos 1:00-1:30 | Bride Getting Ready Photos 1:30-1:45 | Groom Getting Ready Photos 1:45-2:10 | First Look & Private Vows 2:10-3:00 | Bridal Party Photos 3:00-3:20 | B&G Individuals 3:20-3:50 | Family Formals 3:50-4:30 | Break Before Ceremony 4:30-5:00 | Ceremony 5:00-5:45 | Bride & Groom Formals 5:45-6:00 | Break Before Reception 6:00-7:00 | Grand Entrance, Cake Cutting, Dinner, Speeches, First Dances 7:00-7:20 | Sunset Portraits 7:20-7:30 | Sparkler Photos 7:30-8:00 | Party Photos What questions do you have? I’m here to answer them!!! Save this reel to help start your wedding schedule ⬇️ #weddingplanningtips #weddingtimeline #weddingphotography #columbiamo #missouriweddingphotographer

🚨2023 AVAILABILITY UPDATE🚨 My books are almost closed for the year! Swipe through to see what I have left for specific types of sessions, as well as some info about my waitlists! I want to add, I am crazy crazy grateful to all of you! This is the earliest I’ve had to close my books yet and I feel so beyond blessed to have so many returning & new clients that trust me with capturing their greatest moments! Could not live this dream without YOU!!

⬇️ Save this video for ceremony first kiss tips! I give my couples all of these tips before their ceremony! They not only help make for the best first kiss photos, but they also can help you feel a lot less nervous about this part of your big day! Photographer: @kyla.taylor.photography Florist: @mutigergardenevents Ceremony: Our Lady of Lourdes Catholic Church Reception: Kimball Ballroom Videographer: @jamessmithfilms Makeup: Katelyn Griffin #missouriphotographer #missouriweddingphotographer #missouriwedding #columbiamo #columbiamoweddings

Fall minis are coming up – so excited to meet all of those that snagged a spot!! Here are some tips & tricks for getting the most out of your session: 👉 Prioritize Connection and Interaction: Since mini sessions are short, 25-minute sessions, it's important to maximize your time by focusing on genuine interactions! So, don’t be stressed when your kiddos start being, well, kids. Embrace the stage of life you’re in and use the time to play WITH them! 🥳 When you're relaxed and having fun, it translates into genuine smiles and interactions that make your photos truly special. 👉 Plan for Comfort: Fall weather can be unpredictable (hello Missouri 👋), so dress in layers to stay cozy & adaptable. Keep in mind that kids may get chilly or tired, so bring snacks, drinks, and even a favorite toy to keep them engaged & content throughout the session. 👉 Coordinate but Don't Match: Choose a color palette that complements the fall scenery without everyone wearing the exact same outfit! Use different textures, colors and patterns to create a cohesive and beautiful look! As always, reach out to me with ANY questions about making your mini-session one to remember! Can’t wait to capture these memories for you all! #midmophotographer #familyphotos #missourifamilyphotographer #columbiamo #columbiamophotographer

About July 28th 💫🤩✨ Gracie & Blake are just a one-of-a-kind couple and I just feel so lucky they chose to spend their big day with me! The day was absolutely dreamy!!! Filled with so many friends, some of the sweetest speeches I’ve heard, and (of course) the best dance floor you could wish for!!!! 💃🏼🕺 Will absolutely never take for granted getting to help tell your stories! Shoutout to all the awesome vendors from the day!! Photographer: @kyla.taylor.photography Wedding Coordinator: @gatherandcoevents DJ: @djsharkattackcomo Venue: @westwind_hills Caterer: @callierscatering Florals: @thespecialeventflorist Hair: @lalosalon Makeup: Makeupbyelin.com Cake: @sarahscakeshop Jeweler: @betzjewelers

A little vacation recap & an official “I’m back in office!” Michigan was an absolute blast! Beautiful views, lots of family time and plenty of much needed r&r 🩵 Case loved exploring all the new places! We went blueberry & cherry picking, had lots of beach time, visited sleeping bear dunes, biked along old train tracks, bopped around traverse city & suttons bay shops, and spent plenty of time at our Airbnb playing with the kiddos ✨ One thing I have learned this past year is just how important time off is! It’s so nice to be able to reset and come back excited to dive back into my work. Definitely helps keep the burn out at bay 😁 Hope you all had great weeks!! So excited for all the upcoming sessions this week 📸

It’s vacation time baby!!! This is my official out of office until 8/7 👏 We’re heading to Traverse City, Michigan for a full family trip! Wish us luck with 5 kiddos under 5 and a loooong car ride for our teething 4 month old 😅 Could not be more excited for this time to recharge after a busy busy summer!! I have a few more exciting things before I officially sign out. Tomorrow, I get to celebrate big time with Gracie & Blake 🎉 I’m just so excited for this wedding!!! And Saturday I will announce the fall mini giveaway winner 🥇 so keep the entries coming!!! Hope you all have the best weeks! ✨

Doing the dang thing 👏 Love love love that this gets to be my career! Thank you all for trusting me to capture all of your favorite memories 🫶🏻 #missouriphotographer #missouriwedding #missouriweddingphotographer #columbiamo #columbiamophotographer

Seniors!!! Now is the time to get on the waitlist if you are looking for a fall session 🍁📸 I only have limited slots this year! Message me with your name, number, email and high school if you want to be added! #highschoolseniorphotos #seniorphotographer #columbiamo #missouriphotographer #columbiamophotographer

Introducing the Murray’s!!! 💍 Holy moly this day was filled with so much love (you could catch me tearing up during every single speech). Just can’t even explain the hearts these two have for each other & their people. PS. Swipe to the end to see the riskiest photo of the day 😅 (thanks @taraomurray for trusting me on that one!!!) Photographer: @kyla.taylor.photography Florist: @mutigergardenevents Ceremony: Our Lady of Lourdes Catholic Church Reception: Kimball Ballroom Videographer: @jamessmithfilms Makeup: Katelyn Griffin

IT’S WEDDING DAY!!!! Cannot wait to be back at the beautiful @emersonfieldsvenue with @ashlyn.eisele & @brettrsayre4 🩵 This day is going to be awesome!!! #columbiamo #missouriwedding #missouriweddingphotographer #columbiamophotographer #missouriengagementphotographer

✨ Giveaway Closed ✨ 📸 PHOTOGRAPHY GIVEAWAY 📸 Whether you are a client of mine, have recommended me to others or just follow along – I am so grateful for the support you give me so I can do what I love for a living! To celebrate all of you guys, I am offering a ✨ free fall mini session ✨ (valued at $250) to one lucky winner! The winner of this giveaway will receive a code to sign up for a 2023 fall mini session free of charge! These sessions will take place September–November of this year. This can be a family session, engagement session, senior session, couples session or any other mini session you want!! Available to anyone in the Columbia area or willing to travel to the Columbia area 😊 To enter: ✨ Like this photo ✨ Follow this account ✨ Tag your friends! (1 tag=1 entry, unlimited entires allowed) ✨ For extra entries, share this to your story and tag this account (+5 entries – Make sure to tag @kyla.taylor.photography The winner will be chosen through a random generator and announced on Saturday, 7/30. The session will be redeemable for one fall mini session. This contest is not associated with Instagram. Want to help spread the word about this giveaway?? Send this post to your Columbia friends so they can enter to win too! * * * #midmophotographer #columbiamophotographer #missouriphotographer #missouriengagementphotographer #missouriweddingphotographer #columbiamogiveaway #columbiamo #photographygiveaway

One of my favorite photos taken by the very best second shooter (AKA my awesome husband, @noahphillips628) He totally captured one of my absolute favorite parts of wedding days - right at the end of getting ready when it starts sinking in that YOU’RE REALLY GETTING MARRIED!!! It’s filled with all the giddiness & excitement that make wedding days so wonderful 😌 Vendors: Photographer: @kyla.taylor.vphotography Video: @kaitlin.m.higgins Venue: @stone_house_of_st_charles Hair: @radiencefromrachel Makeup: @kamcobeauty_ Florals: @carleyjeansfloral Cake: @sarahscakeshop #missouriweddingphotographer #missouriweddings #missouriengagementphotographer #columbiamo #columbiamoweddings

Please 2024 brides!!! I’m begging you!!! Include your dog in your wedding day!!!🐶💐 Seriously though it was the cutest addition to Kenna & Kamron’s day! Lil Roo just loved the camera 📸 #missouriweddingphotographer #missouriwedding #columbiamo #columbiamophotographer #columbiamoweddings

THE mood & the ONLY mood for this week (thanks @tessakelsick for summing it up for me!!!) It’s busy, busy over here at KTP! Lots of sessions happening and I couldn’t be more pumped On the docket for this week 👇🏻👇🏻👇🏻 🎉 2 Seniors 🍼 2 Newborns 👨‍👩‍👧‍👦 4 Families 🍾 1 Engagement 💍 2 Weddings (!!! EEK see you SO soon Ashlyn & Brett and Anna & Ryan!!!!) 💻 & lots of editing time in between 🤪 I thrive on the hustle & bustle of weeks like this (made possible only by the amazing support system I have around me!) Let’s do this thing!!! ✨✨✨ #columbiamophotographer #columbiamo #missouriphotographer #missouriweddingphotographer #missouriengagementphotographer

Lovely lil lady May 🫶🏻 She is growing like a weed and oh-so smiley these days!!! We had a blast exploring shelter gardens with her while capturing some family photos 💕 #familyphotography #columbiamo #columbiamophotographer #missourifamilyphotographer

Welcome to my outfit styling guide for family photos! 🤩 Choosing the right outfits can elevate the overall look and feel of your family portraits! Here are some tips and ideas to help you put together picture-perfect looks for your upcoming session. 👨‍👩‍👧‍👦 📸 My fall family mini waitlist is open! Message me with your name, # & email if you would like to be added! Everyone on the waitlist will be the first notified when the booking form drops 🌟 #missouriphotographer #missourifamilyphotographer #familyphotostyletips #familyphotostyleguide #columbiamo #columbiamophotographer

I’m a sucker for some summertime grad sessions 🎓 A completely empty campus means lots of room to play for photos 💫 Fall & spring grads - it’s not too soon to reach out for the grad photo waitlist! Just send me a message to get added and be the first to know when spots open 🐯 #mizzougradphotos #gradphotos #columbiamo #missourigradphotographer #mizzougrad

Reliving the sweetest all-day celebration looking back through the Mitchell’s wedding album! There was not a dry eye in the place after Tessa & Ryan’s personal vows 🥹 Love these people!!! A huge shoutout to all the amazing vendors: Photographer: @kyla.taylor.photography Venue: @wildflowerridgeweddings Dj: @flybryguy22 Makeup Artist: @newtonbeauty23 Catering: @williamsbrothersmeat Cake: @kakes_icing_and_more Jeweler: @scotts_diamond_designs Bridesmaids Dresses: @azazieofficial Suits: @menswearhouse Bridal Gown - @urbanbridalshop Hairstylist - @sarascott90 @leslieunner #columbiamoweddings #missouriweddingphotographer #missouriwedding #missouriphotographer #columbiamo

Hi friends! I will be taking limited fall family mini sessions this year, so make sure you get on the waitlist so you can be one of the first to know when I open up spots! Just message me your name, email and phone number if you want to be added 🥰 Can't wait to capture all your happy families this year! #familyphotography #familyphotos #columbiamo #columbiamophotography #missourifamilyphotos

I'll be enjoying some time with family this week and will be out of the office! Have a happy 4th of July long weekend 🎆 I will respond to all emails by Thursday, 7/6!

If you know me, you know I’m a photographer who loves some color 🌈✨ Enter my new lil reel series: “A Color Story!” In short, this series will be used to showcase a specific color used throughout past photos & sessions 📸 The heart behind it, though, is this: I believe that color has the incredible power to evoke emotions, tell stories, and capture the essence of moments ✨ As a true-to-color photographer, I always strive to infuse all my photos with the rich hues that make life so beautiful!! 🤩 Enjoy the first color feature: GREEN 💚🌿 Comment below what color you want to see next ⬇️⬇️⬇️ #missouriphotographer #missouriweddingphotographer #columbiamo #columbiamophotographer

Let’s hear it for the florals 👏👏👏 (& especially @carleyjeansfloral for pouring her heart & soul into these arrangements!!) Here are just a few reasons why they are an ✨invaluable✨ addition to your dream team: 1️⃣ Capturing Your Vision: With their great eye for design, florists transform ideas & inspiration into beautiful works of art that reflect your unique love story 🌷 2️⃣ Setting the Mood: Flowers have the power to set the tone for your wedding day. Whether you’re look in for light & luxurious, modern & elegant, bold pops of color or anything in between, florists curate combinations of colors & textures that create the overall atmosphere of your day! 🌺 3️⃣ Enhancing Every Detail: From the bridal bouquet to the ceremony arch, florists infuse beauty into every nook and cranny of your day! Their attention to detail ensures that every floral element seamlessly complements your overall aesthetic. 🌸 4️⃣ Personalized Artistry: Florists understand that every couple is unique, & they embrace the opportunity to tell your story through flowers! With their creativity & knowledge of seasonal blooms, they curate designs that reflect your personalities & story!🌻 All the amazing vendors who made this vision come to life ⬇️⬇️ Photography | @kyla.taylor.photography Florals | @carleyjeansfloral Venue | @emersonfieldsvenue Planning & Coordination | @wrightproweddings Custom Calligraphy & Signage | @beautiful.bible Bridal gown | @breezebridal Hair stylist | @_hairbyanna_ Rentals | @a1partyeventrentalcomo Chargers | @a.b.heltonfinelinenrentals Cake artist | @cakesbykristina19 Champagne tower | @wrightproweddings Models | @rachaelraae #missouriweddingphotographer #missouriweddings #columbiamoweddings #weddingflorals

2024 weddings are booking up fast - 3 more dates have been snagged just this week! All this to say don’t hesitate to book your vendors!! ✨ Photographer: @kyla.taylor.photography Month of Coordination: @planitterra Bridal Attire: @beckersbridal @bellabride Venue: @foundry324events Dueling Piano: @heartlanddueling Catering: sweetchipotle Balloon Drop: @balloon_lady_sedalia Florist: @bloom.odessa Bridal Hair: @styled.by.ala Live Painter: @cindyscottartistry Bridal Makeup: @glamourgracesalon Popcorn Bar: @gopogourmentpopcorn #missouriweddingphotographer #missouriweddings #missouriphotographer #missouriengagementphotographer #columbiamo

Having a blast celebrating these two today!!! Can’t wait to show you all the sneak peaks ✨ Tessa & Ryan are truly the best! #missouriweddingphotographer #missouriengagementphotographer #engagementphotographer #columbiamo #columbiamophotographer

✨NOW BOOKING ✨ Summer mini sessions are open! Scroll through to see all the details & check out the link in my bio to book your session! #familyphotography #columniamo #columbiamophotographer #missouriphotographer #missourifamilyphotographer

The absolutely stunning Dani & Brayden 👏👏👏 This session was so dang special to me because Dani has been a long-time client of mine! I got to document her senior photos, grad photos, engagement photos and soon will be adding her wedding photos to the list! Seeing my people through all the stages & life changes is one of my favorite parts of my job 🤍 #engagementphotos #engagementphotographer #columbiamo #missouriweddingphotographer #missouriengagementphotographer

Say hello to my sweet niece, Audrey!!! Born just three days after our Case Monkey! We are so pumped to see them grow up side-by-side 🥹 I love being able to take these pics for my fam through every new addition! The Kobermann’s are simply the best! #missourinewbornphotographer #newbornphotography #familyphotography #missourifamilyphotographer

Columbia blue hour & cotton candy skies ☁️ #missouriengagementphotographer #missouriweddingphotographer #columbiamo #missouriphotographer #missouriwedding

Loading the most long-awaited session… GABBY IS A OFFICIALLY A STRONG!

Some of our little highlights from the past 2 months 🥹 As maternity leave comes to an end for me, I’m just feeling so grateful to have gotten so much time to get to know our little dude, slow down, and spend lots of quality family time together! Being a mom to Case monkey is just the coolest. And watching Noah become the very best dad is maybe even cooler. My heart is just SO full!!! I am super pumped though to jump back into sessions and start this wedding season! Booking for families, grads & seniors are now live on my site! I’ll officially be back in office after the holiday weekend! ✌🏻out maternity leave, you’ve been good to me!

It’s the very best blessing to be your mom, Case Monkey!

Looking for the PERFECT last minute mother’s day present? Give the gift of memories by purchasing a KTP gift certificate and treating a momma in your life to a special session! One of the many many reasons I love family sessions is because I get to put the moms in front of the camera and create a snapshot of their time with their babies 💙 We all know moms tend to be the last ones to get these awesome mems captured amid all the day-to-day things on their to-do list! I truly think photos like these can be the way to a momma’s heart! Link in bio to purchase a certificate! #familyphotography #mothersdaygift #missouriphotographer #missourifamilyphotographer

KTP is on Maternity Leave! 🍼 This is my official out of office. Noah and I are celebrating the soon-to-be arrival of the newest member of our family! 🎉🎉🎉 What does this mean for you? 📸 KTP will not be taking any photos from 3/15–5/31. We're taking time to bond with baby and adjust to all of the changes that are coming! 💻 Inquiry times will be delayed. KTP will not be checking emails from 3/15–4/10. After that and until 5/31, expect a slower response time of 1–1.5 weeks. 💍 KTP is still booking 2024 weddings! Go ahead and fill out an inquiry form on my website! I will still be taking inquiry calls from 4/10–5/31 while I'm out of office! 📸 KTP is booking sessions after 5/31! If you are interested in an engagement, family, grad, senior, maternity or newborn session in June or later, fill out an inquiry form on my website! We are SO excited for Baby P's arrival and appreciate your understanding! – Kyla

Leave it to me to do an entire site revamp in the days leading up to meeting our baby 🤪 Just a little refresh to make my site feel more like me (and get back to my design roots for a few days)!! Check out my updated portfolios & info at kylataylor.com 🎉🎉🎉 #missouriphotographer #columbiamo #columbiamophotographer #missouriweddingphotographer #missouriengagementphotographer #missourifamilyphotographer

Hi it’s me 👋🏻 & this is my 30-second promo 📸 I have been putting a lot of thought recently into what makes me different in such a saturated industry and this is my takeaway: I pride myself on being your photographer for life - here with you through AAAALLLL the big (& small) moments! Over the years I’ve built my dream clientele with repeat clients that I can now call friends and it is 100% the thing that drives me & makes me love my career the most! Having clients that I get to know & love through every part of their life (from graduation to engagement to weddings to babies & beyond) is a dream come true! There are oh-so many seasons of life worth documenting and I’m here to capture them all for you 😉 #missouriphotographer #missouriengagementphotographer #missouriweddingphotographer #columbiamophotographer #columbiamo

COOLEST couple award 🥇 Rachell & Derek showed up to our second location in these literal show stopping outfits and I just!!!! They created such a fun vibe for their downtown elopement pics 😍 #missouriphotographer #missouriweddingphotographer #missouriengagementphotographer #missourielopementphotographer #columbiamo #columbiamophotographer

What my phone sees vs. what you get 📸 #missouriphotographer #missouriweddingphotographer #missouriengagementphotographer #columbiamo #columbiamophotographer

Just poppin in to say happy March ya’ll!!! Cheers to ~ hopefully ~ the last few weeks of colder weather 🎉🎉

The most delicious flat lays you will ever see 😋 Made possible by the wonderful @cakesbykristina19 (her cakes are NO JOKE y’all!) 🍰 Photography | @kyla.taylor.photography Florals | @carleyjeansfloral Venue | @emersonfieldsvenue Planning & Coordination | @wrightproweddings Custom Calligraphy & Signage | @beautiful.bible Bridal gown | @breezebridal Hair stylist | @_hairbyanna_ Rentals | @a1partyeventrentalcomo Chargers | @a.b.heltonfinelinenrentals Cake artist | @cakesbykristina19 Champagne tower | @wrightproweddings Models | @rachaelraae

ONE YEAR OF FULL TIME KTP!!! 🎉 Going full-time as a photographer was one of the scariest decisions & one that honestly took a while to come to. Noah and I spent countless nights debating pros & cons and trying to envision what our lives would look like with such a big change. BUT I can truly say this has been the most amazing and rewarding year!!! I really feel like the luckiest person in the world to be able to spend my days capturing peoples most important moments & milestones 📸 Thank you all for the support and encouragement this past year 🥰 Can’t wait to see where year two takes KTP!!! #missouriphotographer #missouriweddingphotographer #missouriengagementphotographer #columbiamo #columbiamophotographer