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Welcome to the Kristy Mae Photography blog. My name is Kristy Akey and I have run a portrait and wedding photography business from my home for the past nearly 8 years. I am located in the tiny town of Jay, NY in the middle of the gorgeous Adirondack Mountains. I have been so blessed through this business and can truly say I love getting to be a part of all of your lives! I hope you enjoy the journey as I share about my work and also a little about my life! Don't be afraid to say hello! 

Hi! Welcome to the Kristy Mae Photography blog. Thank you so much for stopping by and taking a peak into my little corner of the world. My name is Kristy Akey and I have run a portrait and wedding photography business from my home for the past nearly 8 years. I am located in the tiny town of Jay, NY in the middle of the gorgeous Adirondack Mountains. I have been so blessed through this business and can truly say I love getting to be a part of all of your lives! I hope you enjoy the journey as I share about my work and also a little about my life! Don't be afraid to say hello! 

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Hi friends, I’m back! It’s been a while (almost an entire year) but I’m still here and still going. 2020 was a year for the history books and one we won’t soon forget. It was a hard year in many respects but one filled with many blessings at the same time. I have plenty to […]

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Hi friends!! Well here it is… my first blog post! I’m so excited to be able to share my work and life with you in a new and fun way. I also want to thank you for sticking around long enough to see me take this new step in my journey and for constantly supporting […]

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