my year in film | 2018

December 29, 2018 Kayla Catalanoblogging, film, journalism, life, personal, photography, travel1 Comment

When your life centers around photography, it is important to have a camera on you at all times. Whether it be my iPhone, DSLR or in this case a disposable camera, I have learned to appreciate the art of capturing life through many different lenses. I’m drawn to the 35mm film of disposable cameras, because the photos tend to feel more nostalgic. I enjoy the excitement of getting a roll of film developed and seeing what memories I have in store. This year I’ve gone through 4 disposable cameras; here’s a few memories from spring – winter 2018.

Scan 1 — Cummer Museum; Jacksonville, FL

Scan 18 — my mother & I; Jewel of the Seas

Scan 5 — my brother & I on my 21st birthday

Scan 7 — Kendall; Domaine Chandon, Napa, CA

Scan 4 — Kendall & I in the vineyards; Robert Mondavi, Napa, CA

Scan 16 — Kendall & I; Shim Sham Room, Jacksonville Beach, FL

photo diary | spring break

March 31, 2018 Kayla Catalanoblogging, florida, flowers, friends, journalism, life, nature, personal, photoblog, photography, sunset, travel, vsco1 Comment

Ventured to Savannah, Georgia with an old friend.

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Strolled along the streets of Saint Augustine

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Found myself in awe of the views in Panama City Beach

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And embraced even the gloomiest of days.

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photographing my professors art show

March 21, 2018March 21, 2018 Kayla Catalanoart, blogging, journalism, life, photo, photography2 Comments

In life you meet people who were destined to be apart of your life for some specific reason. I’ve encountered quite a few of those people- Dustin Harewood being one of them. Harewood is my Art Professor and has pushed be to grow artistically in ways I could never imagine. I’m producing work that far exceeds any artistic abilities I thought I had. On top of that, he’s such a heavy supporter of the local art community, particularly with young people.

Upon the reveal of his art show, he came to me in hopes of capturing these monumental moments. With no hesitation, I agreed. I was happy to, not only capture parts of this night for him, but to be apart of it all. To me, it was such an honor.

If you’d like to check out more of his work, here’s his website:
https://www.dustinharewood.com/

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Kanani/Beland Wedding

December 17, 2017February 25, 2018 Kayla Catalanoflorida, flowers, photoblog, photography, wedding1 Comment

Had the wonderful opportunity of photographing these lovebirds on their magical day.

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Jenaya’s 21st

October 23, 2017February 25, 2018 Kayla Catalanoblogging, florida, friends, journalism, life, photography, travel1 Comment

When your best friend approaches you with a quirky photoshoot idea to celebrate her birthday, you do just that and ask no questions.

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And then I took her to Disney!

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photo diary | photographing a wedding in Key West

May 18, 2017February 25, 2018 Kayla Catalanoblogging, florida, journalism, life, nature, personal, photography, travel1 Comment

On May 4th, 2017, I was blessed with the opportunity to travel to Key West for the weekend to photograph a wedding! My best friend Jessie, her mom and soon to be husband came to me in hopes that I do my part in capturing their special moment. Humbled and absolutely floored, I accepted the offer and headed south towards the Keys. Not only was the destination gorgeous, but I got to spend time exploring this gorgeous place with one of my best friends!

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The wedding ceremony took place on a sail boat, which was a first for me! I’ve been on many boats in my life, but never a sail boat. I was in awe from our gorgeous views and just being able to feel the wind in my hair.

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