Your time is such a gift. Thank you so much for spending a little of it with me. :) I’m a documentary editorial visual storyteller inspired by faith and love. Photography is what I was meant to do, through trust and vulnerability, I capture a blend of honest, unscripted moments and subtly guided, timeless images. A candid-meets-traditional approach. My style is organic, nostalgic, and timeless, honoring emotion and individuality. My work is about the love and connection I capture between people, and I pour my heart into every moment. I truly love everything about what I do. I’ll create a collection of artful imagery that will become a lasting legacy for your family.
I was born and raised in Chicago’s north suburbs, spent years adventuring in Northern California and then Reno-Tahoe before coming back home to raise our two baby girls with my amazing husband and our sweet old Jack Russel rescue. I am soaking up this new season of life and feeling grateful for the full circle journey!
I donate a portion of every session to the Wildland Firefighter Foundation, which provides support to fallen and injured wildland firefighters and their families. This cause is especially close to our hearts as my husband was a wildland firefighter before becoming an arborist, and we’re proud to give back to a community that gives so much.
My heart is fueled by faith, family, coffee & London Fog's.
THE LENS
01: FAITH // Faith is intertwined with my identity and God has showed me who I was meant to be. I am inspired by all of God's creations.
02: FILM// I value the mastery required to create beautiful film imagery. In my opinion it can't be replicated. It is such a unique craft and timeless art.
03: CONNECTION // The experience isn't just about the photos; it's about relationships. You deserve a memory that you can look back on & hold dear to your heart forever. Connections with my clients, make all the magic happen.
INSPIRATION
Luminous waters
architecture
lush gardens
blissful beaches
In 2009, after the sudden loss of my father, everything shifted. Photography became more than creative expression. It became a way to preserve connection, emotion, and memory. That experience changed the way I document life and is why I care so deeply about the images I create and the stories they hold.
When my first daughter was born, I faced a crossroads: continue my full-time career or fully pursue photography and be present in motherhood’s fleeting moments. I chose the path that had always been calling me, and now I get to do work I love while cherishing life with our little girls.
I grew up in Chicago’s North Shore and spent a few adventurous years in California to satisfy my endless wanderlust. I then settled in beautiful Reno, Nevada for 15 years, and now I’m back in the North Suburbs of Chicago - right where it all began.
I am here to tell your story with nostalgia, grit and grace.
HEART
Get To Know Me!
I enjoy -
- Snowboarding
- Coffee & London Fog's
- Morning sun through the windows
- Taking walks
- Farmer's markets
- Shoes (western boots!)
- Live music
- Visiting local cafes or breweries
- Home improvement
- Sriracha
- Being near a body of water or mountains
- Baseball games & garlic fries
- Brownie A La Modes
- Mailing birthday cards
I’m grateful to have my photography featured in these esteemed publications. It’s exciting to see my work alongside powerful stories and beautiful images. Each publication reflects my dedication to capturing real and meaningful moments. I'm proud that my photos are being shared with a wider audience through these trusted platforms.
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If you are seeking artful nostalgic documentary style imagery inspired by connection - I photograph your day as it naturally unfolds, focusing on real moments and creating timeless, artistic images. Rather than directing or staging, I prefer to observe and capture events as they happen. Building a personal connection with you and your wedding is key to bringing out my best work. My style is shaped by you, your story, and the energy we share. I strive to create memories, not just pretty pictures, by capturing both posed and candid moments in their truest form. It's those small, meaningful moments that will stay with you forever, and the value of your photographs will only grow with time. These images will be passed down through generations. The packages I offer can be customized to fit your vision, as I understand that every wedding is unique. That's what I love about weddings - their individuality and the way they’re extraordinary for each couple.
WRITTEN IN THE STARS
Lupe, bride from nevada
"She didn’t just document our wedding; she captured the emotions, the energy, and all the love in the room."
Recognized & Trusted
Multiple years of recognition for client experience & honest storytelling
WeddingWire Couples’ Choice Award (x3)
The Knot Best of Weddings Award (x3)
WedWinks Top 10 best of Illinois
5-Star Google Rated
"We absolutely loved having Katherine capture our favorite day. From the very beginning, she was genuinely excited for us and made us feel completely at ease, which made the entire experience feel so natural and fun. Her eye for those timeless, effortless moments is truly special, and I’m constantly amazed by the way she sees and documents the little details that end up meaning so much. I’m in love with her film work and overall aesthetic—everything she delivered feels warm, intentional, and beautifully us. We’re so grateful she was the one to capture our experience and preserve these memories in such an authentic way."
"..amazed by the way SHE documents the little details that end up meaning so much."
"Kat was the absolute best. We received our photos and I could not be happier! She was so great to work with and got all of the photos that I wanted. Every single person who looked at the photos just smiled from ear to ear. She captured everything and absolutely saw my vision for how I wanted my photos. She is absolutely worth every penny and the sweetest human ever!"
"Every single person who looked at the photos just smiled from ear to ear.
LIZZIE & CONOR
"After an exhaustive search for a very specific photography style we found Kat and cannot imagine how the day would have gone without her, or how we’d remember it without the incredible photos we received. The photos we got were stunning and really reflect each moment in a special, unique way. The natural emotion of the day really pours through every frame. Choosing someone to document your most important moments is a big decision and we would recommend anyone considering a photographer to choose Kat if you want quality work that you can cherish for a lifetime."
"cannot imagine how the day would have gone without her,"
RANDY & JACKIE
"Katherine is a fantastic wedding photographer. She truly captured the enchanted love of me and my husband’s relationship and created authentic, old money style, glowing photos. It was everything that I wanted and it is obvious Kathrine is an experienced photographer. Rest assured you will find a kind, professional photographer in Katherine and will end up falling in love with the photos she takes."
"It was everything that I wanted,,"
NIC & DARBY
Aura captured the wonders of our day. Far far away, behind the word mountains, far from the countries Vokalia and Consonantia, there live the blind texts. Separated they live in Bookmarksgrove right at the coast of the Semantics, a large language ocean. A small river named Duden flows by their place and supplies it with the necessary regelialia. It is a paradisematic country, in which roasted parts of sentences fly into your mouth. Even the all-powerful Pointing has no control about the.
