V.K. Rees Photography
Have you ever heard of V.K. Rees Photography out of Brooklyn? I hadn’t until recently and I am smitten by her blog so I’ve decided to make it the decor8 blog of the week. Vanessa Rees, aka V.K.Rees, is a photography studio specializing in food, still life, lifestyle, portrait, fashion, event, and weddings. This talented lady launched her studio only recently in 2010 after completing her MFA and has already made quite a name for herself with clients both near and far. She has shot weddings for clients all over the east coast and has contributed to Food & Wine magazine. I find her blog stunning and I love that each of her posts wraps up with a darling photo of her cat. It’s the little things, right?
What gorgeous photos and I’m sorry, but how cute is it that her cat is involved in her photo shoots? And I like that she sets up her shots near her bedroom window sometimes near to all of that gorgeous natural light. It’s inspiring to see such a simple set up and shows that talent doesn’t have to do with having a massive light studio and a crew, that it really boils down to having a vision and just going for it in any way that you can. What a nice way to wrap up a work week, for me at least…. Animals always make me smile and I love homecookin’, that doesn’t hurt either. I think the egg toast looks like a great Saturday morning breakfast idea for me tomorrow… Yum.
(images: Vanessa Rees)
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March 30th, 2012 at 5:22pm
Love Vanessa — i’ve been following her blog for sometime now. You are so right about her cat. Simply cute :)
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March 30th, 2012 at 5:34pm
I couldn’t agree more – love that the kitty is involved in a staring contest up top.
Mandy
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March 30th, 2012 at 6:15pm
I agree, Vanessa’s photos are just beautiful & so moody. & her recipes are really lovely as well!!
March 30th, 2012 at 7:19pm
agreed, gorgeous photos. my kitty just had kittens herself and I’m dying for them to be old enough to do a few photo shoots!
March 30th, 2012 at 8:29pm
There is not a single photo I have taken in my home without the supervision of my cat boy. He would check out the styling REALLY closely and thoroughly and I just have to wait ’til he’s done. So glad I don’t have a food blog… Cats are wonderful decorate companions! Thanks for your weekend wishes – I’m enjoying Northsea air! Have a wonderful weekend , too.
lebenslustiger´s last [type] ..Ponyland
March 30th, 2012 at 9:33pm
Such gorgeous photos, and yes, that kitty is just adorable, makes me miss my little orange taby to very much.
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March 30th, 2012 at 10:11pm
Lovely pictures, very real and cute cat : ) , have a lovely day!.
March 31st, 2012 at 12:33am
This is warm and charming and beautiful and comforting all at the same time. Love the photos and your inspiring words.
Bonnie McCarthy´s last [type] ..Country Drive: Ipswich & Essex
March 31st, 2012 at 2:26am
natural light, uncomplicated decor, make for beautiful pictures!
March 31st, 2012 at 3:20am
Great photo’s, and love the cat!
March 31st, 2012 at 3:46am
Your blog is truly one of the most inspiring on the web today, Holly, and every now and then you introduce me to new blogs/new work that simply blows my mind… today’s link is definitely one of those blogs… thank you so much!
Love and appreciation always,
Nancy
March 31st, 2012 at 4:09am
OH wow. Her photography is inspiring.
Kate @ Songs Kate Sang´s last [type] ..Insta-Friday…
April 1st, 2012 at 6:19am
Thank you for sharing a new-to-me photographer…. heading to her site soon to check it all out!
Cheers~Ivy
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April 2nd, 2012 at 12:32am
talented indeed, and i agree with you, a good camera and big team does not make up for a good eye and natural talent. The photos are simple but gorgeous, and the cat is just gorgeous.
Margarita Lorenzo´s last [type] ..Loving and living with cactus
April 2nd, 2012 at 1:02am
Love to find new blogs and this one is a keeper. Lovely, simple, down-home photos and a great cat too!
April 2nd, 2012 at 6:46am
We call the toasts “egg-in- a-hole”. They’re so easy to make, and good with chutney or HP sauce.
April 2nd, 2012 at 2:20pm
I have been captivated by tabletop photography and studying/learning as much as I can. First you introduced me to Dietland Wolf and now Vanessa! Thank you!!!
It IS more the inspiration rather than the team or the fancy technology. Of course you need to know the basics but the styling is sheer inspiration. And it’s all in the storytelling….even in a single shot.
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April 2nd, 2012 at 7:59pm
Hi, These are ever so lovely, thank you for the introduction. And thanks for the constant inspiration! x
Rebecca via Sanctuary´s last [type] ..Spring pastels on my mind
April 3rd, 2012 at 12:43pm
pure talent + love meeting each other… adoring Vanessa’s work so much…
fabulous find Holly, thank you so much for sharing!
Iro [Ivy style33]´s last [type] ..~ hello April!
April 3rd, 2012 at 4:38pm
this is absolutely stunning!
April 11th, 2012 at 5:32am
I just wanted to point out how much I love your choice of the word “smitten” – it has good personality.
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April 11th, 2012 at 2:34pm
@Chrytina – I agree, it’s a great word. ;0)
April 12th, 2012 at 3:59pm
Wonderful photos.. I totally agree rE: natural light, although not all of us are lucky enough to have a space that makes this possible. A good softbox will help. the cat can do no wrong..
I was looking for a photo portfolio template/blog to use and this one is great.. I already went with SquareSpace for the site but maybe can do a combo.
April 26th, 2012 at 4:37pm
Love everything in this blog! The colours, the images, every selection. I can’t stop reading. I’m from Argentina and decor8 is always an inspiration.
May 9th, 2012 at 10:45pm
Nice shots! I had me some ‘egg-in-the-hole’ for breakfast today.
December 2nd, 2012 at 11:20pm
Such a wonderful feature I am a big fan of this fabulous blog too! Stunnign photography & great recipes.