Jim Kast-Keat [photography]

Summer concerts with bands like Guster are like a pied piper’s call to hipsters and their diverse footwear. And when you have a camera at a concert like this, the shoes become just as fun to photograph as the band.

This is Bethany. And along with being a great friend, she is the face behind the future of youth ministry resources. Don’t believe me? Head over to Sparkhouse and find out for yourself.

My friend Dan is one of the most talented musicians I know. And when he asked me for an updated set of head shots, I gave an immediate yes. We had a blast roaming downtown Grand Rapids. I had him standing in front of whatever interesting backdrop I could find and even climbing and jumping off an object or two. Look out world, because you will likely see this face attached to a new wave of music.

My wife is on the board for Room For All. And with such a connection, I had the privilege of photographing the recent Room For All conference. And if the photos from this gathering aren’t enough to convince you that there ought to be room for all in the church, maybe this video will.

Artprize: one of Grand Rapids best inventions. For three weeks each fall the city transforms into a public art gallery, with venues everywhere and art literally filling the streets. These are a few of my favorites.

How to have a beautiful wedding: hang hundreds of paper cranes, give everyone a candle, and be your beautiful selves on this beautiful day. At least that’s what Jon and Chris did.

While Wall Street started the movement, people are beginning to occupy everywhere. My wife and I attended the first general assembly for Occupy Grand Rapids, the first of many conversations in what is likely to be a long and potentially historic process.

Who needs a world cup when you can watch soccer games with super stars like Elley? Look out Manchester United, here she comes.

What better way to celebrate the beautiful transition from summer to fall than by picking apples and pumpkins with friends?

Crane’s Orchard, you are fantastic.

I’ve been taking the bus to work lately. And as a part of my commute I enjoy a walk through a park in Grandville. And I love it.

This is what it looks like.

Backyard campfires are the best. S’mores, anyone?

My favorite part of traveling the world is the way a smile can communicate the same thing in any language.

Also, Guatemalan cows are awesome.

Family reunions should be fun. And as you will see here, this one definitely was.

“Is this heaven? No, it’s Iowa.”

Cards. Chips. Drink. Friends. Good times.

Fireworks and no tripod makes for a fun evening of photography.

My wife and I enjoy slow afternoons at the Fredrick Meijer Gardens. From sculptures to colors to a labyrinth, there is plenty to experience and even more to photograph.

Have you heard? There’s a new way to spell “adorable” — B-R-E-C-K-I-N.

I’m allergic to cats. But I still love them. Especially this one I found while my wife and I were walking through Eastown.

This is my wife. And she is beautiful.

Am I biased? Yes. But am I right? Yes.

Whenever I fly I make sure my camera is easily accesible. My favorite in-flight moments are landscapes, clouds, and sunsets.

Yep, definitely sunsets.

New York is my favorite city. I spent much of 2010-2011 traveling to and from the city. And so of course, my camera came with me every step of the way. (Especially to the front row of the Macy’s Thanksgiving Day Parade.)

My parents have a beautiful backyard. Especially in October.

My friend Heather has a cabin in the mountains of Colorado. These pictures barely describe how amazing it is.

How can anyone ever say no to a smile like this? Hey soul sister, you’re amazing.

Two amazing people, one amazing wedding. Never enough photographs to capture it all. But here’s a taste.