I asked Staci and Andy Kennelly to muse on the beauty that they find in the everyday. They love to roam around Los Angeles with their cameras fully loaded, ready to take photographs of the here and now and the beauty that they find everywhere. I hope you love this post of husband-and-wife diptychs, offering two perspectives on the same scene, as much as I do! You can find more of Staci’s work on her blog, Andy’s work on his blog and Andy and Staci Photography on Facebook.
Four years ago, Andy and I went to Ireland for our 15th wedding anniversary. Andy bought a Canon Rebel for us to take along and capture the memories. It was on that trip that we fell in love with photography. When Andy and I got back to the states, we started going places for the sole purpose of taking pictures. However, we ran into some problems. The main issue was that we had one camera and two photographers. After a few fights and some marriage counseling and a few beers, we bought a second camera.
Since then, our camera collection has grown and our love for photography has blossomed into an obsession. We both enjoy shooting film and digital, however, film has quickly become a fast favorite. When ever we go out, whether on a date, a mini vacation, or a simple walk around town, we both grab our cameras. Andy and I find beauty in the same places, but in very different ways. Here are a few that we took while we were out and about together.
We took these while on a walk around town in a used bookstore.
Andy: Hasselblad | Kodak Portra 160 Staci: Canon 1N | Fuji Color 400
We captured these images while spreading love in Los Angeles.
Andy: Canon 1N | Kodak Portra 160 Staci: Canon 1N | Fuji Color 400
We made photographs on a road trip down the coast of California.
Andy: Canon 1N | Fuji Velvia 50 Staci: Mamiya 645 | Fuji Reala
These were taken while grabbing a drink in a local bar.
Andy: Canon 1N | Kodak Portra 160 Staci: Canon 1N | Fuji Color 400
We captured these beach images while away for our anniversary this year in La Jolla, Ca.
Andy: Canon 1N | Fuji Velvia 50 Staci: Canon 1N | Fuji Color 400
We made these photos of each other while out for my 40th birthday last year.
Andy: Hasselblad | Fuji FP-100C Staci: Mamiya 645 | Kodak Portra 160
With our cameras, we are always looking for the next adventure to go on together. Having such a strong passion in the same hobby has brought us closer. When Andy and I get back from our excursions, we enjoy looking at the different views we seem to have captured and reliving each moment together.
You two inspire me. Two equally and differently amazing photographers sharing a life and a home. I had NO idea you only started four years ago, and I love your story about that. So good to see you here with your photos paired up like that.
Thank you, friend!
i always love your adventures Staci. and i loved being able to see them from a different point of view too! i can’t wait for the next one. xx
It was fun! xo
Seriously, only FOUR years ago? You guys rock! Totally inspiring; love this post and images.
Thank you!
i was thinking the same thing as Jordan…4 years ago…that’s it??? you two are like seasoned pro’s!! i love your vision, sometimes so similar, other times very different. your photography and love for each other and family makes my heart sing xx
You are so sweet! Thank you. xo
Awesome! I’m such a big fan of both Staci and Andy’s work. It’s really nice to see your work side by side. And…yeah…4years! That’s wonderful. I like exploring LA (a city I’ve barely been to) with you two. Thanks for sharing with us!
It was fun to pair them. Thank you.
Oh, you guys, these are beautiful. I can tell by looking at them what great chemistry & rhythm you have together. Congrats on the feature!
xo
You two are such am awesome pair! So much talent.
I am going to share this with my husband, we have started shooting together and the end results are so fun to compare and contrast.
Thanks for sharing your fantastic eyes with us today!
I am so excited to hear that your hubby is shooting with you. It is a treat!
I always love your his and hers versions of the same scene. I always do. I love the way your images complement each other, a reflection of how I think you two complement each other in life.
Thank you! I love your words!
You don’t know how much I loved seeing this collaboration. When my husband and I are out together, we most often have cameras in hand and it has given us a kick to see how differently we both approach the same situation. Great post!
such perfectly paired images. how sweet. such a great team. i love how you each have your own style and don’t try to copy one another.
I love your passion for photography and each other. What a great way to live life.
You know those bar photos are my favorites that you guys have taken. They have so much character and quiet elegance. I selfishly want you to visit every cool bar in L.A and come back with hundreds of photos.
You two are the best. I adore everything about this post! x
gorgeousness… on both sides…
heart this!!!
You two make such a great team. I love how you share the same love of photography!! Love u two.
Perfectly lovely–words and images!!!! xxxooo
Will you make me a coffee table book of cool bars in LA??? You make every place look like a must visit. Maybe that’s because YOU guys make the world a more beautiful place! I love you both with all my soul.
you should make a book simply of comparison dippies of your two shots…I love your shared love of photography, you are so lucky to have that with each other!
Oh Andy & Staci! I love these photos!!! Your words and images always make me happy and I’m so glad Kirsten brought you on the site today. I can feel the love in your work, and was soooo happy to have met you in LA. I can’t wait for the next trip out West! xo
Such an inspiring post. Wonderful to see your different views. What fun you must have when you go out shooting together!
love seeing them side by side! don’t usually get that view in flickr!
you two are so inspiring. as photographers, as community members, as a couple, as parents. truly.
Staci and Andy, A truly moving post! Loved peeking into your visual conversation.
Thank you all so much! I am so touched by all your feed back! It was such an honor to a guest here! xo
For reals you guys are the sweetest ever in the world. So happy that I know you both personally too! xo
This post is so inspiring. I love how the 2 of you share your passion for photography together!! Wonderful photos.
Good job guys. Fantastic results!