About this vendor
KT is a wedding and lifestyle photographer who has been documenting people’s stories for over six years. With a background in documentary photography and a fondness for editorial work, her approach is organic yet effortlessly elevated. She utilizes a mix of soft and intimate moments, and fun, cinematic ones to bring an artistic perspective to every wedding she photographs and believes that who you are and what you love will guide the way your story is told. KT wants you to feel truly seen and known. It all starts with trust.
Her inspiration stems from interior design, orange wine, architecture, seafood pasta dishes, french music, books about philosophy and mother earth, the language of light, and al fresco dinners that last until midnight.
When she’s not behind the camera, she is likely spending her weekends listening to queen, drinking champagne, surfing, waiting in line for street tacos, getting together with family and friends, and making her new house in los angeles feel like home.
As seen in Junebug Weddings and the Knot.
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Business Attributes
- Woman-owned Business
Destination Weddings
- Destination Wedding Packages
Photo Shoot Types
- Bridal Portraits
- Day After Session
- Engagement
Photo & Video
- Digital Files
- Drone
- Photo
- Second Shooter Available
- Social Media Sharing
- Wedding Albums
Photo & Video Styles
- Artistic
- Documentary
- Lifestyle
- Modern
- Vintage
Wedding Activities
- Getting Engaged
- Rehearsals & Parties
- After Party
- Wedding
- After Party
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We knew from the start that we would go with Katie as our photographer for our wedding & did not shop around basically at all. Her photos are dynamic & romantic. She captures in a style that is modern but also timeless. On our initial phone call with Katie, she was sweet & knowledgable and instantly knew the type of vibe we wanted for our pictures. Communication with Katie throughout the wedding planning process was also easy, given that she lives in CA and we live in MA. Both me and my husband were pretty nervous for our engagement shoot, since neither of us have ever been photographed professionally. Katie provided a ton of guidance on how to be natural in front of the camera and captured pictures that will forever be some of our most favorite.
If you are a couple that is debating also hiring Katie for your rehearsal dinner, please DO IT. We ended up adding this later on in our planning and are SO glad we did. We have both gone to rehearsal dinners before and most of them were not photographed, which then the couple needed to rely on their guests to do. You can run into the issue of not getting much coverage or the photos not being what you want. We didn't know how much we wanted & needed the rehearsal photos until we got them. We were blown away, they were honestly breath taking and we knew we wouldn't have gotten them otherwise. Now, we have keepsakes of an event that usually is easily forgotten in the mix of everything else for the wedding. The rehearsal dinner ended up being one of our favorite events during our wedding.
On our wedding day we were both pretty nervous. Being a type-A bride, I needed everything to go according to schedule and Katie made sure of that. We had 2 additional coordinators, one from the venue and the other a personal day-of coordinator we hired. Katie naturally stepped in as the go-to person for logistics and from what I heard as well from my husband, made the day go a lot smoother. She knew where everyone needed to be and helped us navigate the timeline. Again, Katie helped me pose during my bridal solo shots. She knew the perfect lighting and spots to ensure we got great photos. I was able to really relax and trust her vision when it came to photos.
To sum this up, we highly recommend Katie because she's professional, friendly, and delivers on her work and word. We received all of our photos within the timeframe that was promised and were so wowed by what was captured. I probably look at the album once a week, finding new things each time that didn't catch my eye previously. We love that there are so many great photos for us to look back on & frame. Everything that Katie captures is frame-worthy.
Don't hesitate to book Katie (for any occasion), you won't be disappointed!
I was instantly drawn to Katie's photos and effortless style (Katie's beautiful and timeless photos speak for themselves!!), but the choice to have her as our photographer for our engagement photos and our wedding day became even easier after we met with her. Katie is warm, easy-going, and fun-loving, while still remaining professional.
Our engagement shoot was a great opportunity for us to get comfortable in front of the camera and to get to know Katie. We are so happy we did this because it made our wedding planning process so much easier knowing that we already loved our photographer.
On our wedding day, Katie was on time, prepared, and brought great vibes. Katie was thoughtful as we were taking family/wedding party photos to find the perfect lighting and backdrop (something she knew I was worried about), and she took her time doing so while sticking to the timeline. Before our outdoor rooftop ceremony, there were incoming storms and dark clouds causing a lot of anxiety for me and my husband, but she had her eye on the weather forecasts and reassured us. Our wedding day went off without a hitch, and we stuck to our timeline throughout the entire day, and I attribute a lot of that seamlessness to Katie's energy and professionalism. She never made us feel rushed or stressed.
As a Type A bride, Katie was the perfect fit for us! We are so thankful she was with us throughout our wedding day, calming our nerves, getting us hyped up, and helping us stay intentional.
Katie is an absolutely amazing person to work with! Our final wedding video captured the essence of our day so flawlessly, with the most perfect attention to detail in both shooting & editing. Would highly recommend not only for her talent & professionalism but also her warmth & energy she brings to the day. We are forever grateful for the work of art Katie has created for us to cherish for years to come.
Katie photographed our wedding last August and we had such an incredible experience working with her. She brings the best, laid-back energy and is just such a cool person to have around in general! But what initially attracted us to her was, of course, her photography--we loved how unscripted, intimate, and film-like her shots felt, and that came through so beautifully in the wedding gallery she delivered. We're so very happy to have worked with her; 10/10 would recommend.
I cannot say enough good things about our experience working with Katie for our wedding. I will never forget the image of her taking our couples shots in the pouring rain with her camera encased in a sandwich bag - she didn't let the extreme weather deter her and kept the vibe positive by reminding us how incredible the pictures would be with the moody cloudy lighting. She wasn't joking - there is not a bad shot in the entire gallery. She delivered exactly what we wanted and then some - we have incredible portraits, detail shots, candid moments from the dance floor, priceless images from the ceremony that she managed to get without us even noticing she was there. I know we will treasure them forever.
One special thing about Katie is her bicoastal approach - which was amazing for us as a California based couple getting married in Maine. We had a super fun engagement shoot in Malibu - including our dog! We were a bit nervous but Katie made us feel so at ease and did a great job capturing our dynamic. There were some great little details - sending a mood board before with outfit guidance, a sweet gift and some champagne to pop on the beach.
Katie is a phenomenal talent and a super kind person - exactly the type of photographer you want with you on the most important day of your life.
Hands down our single best wedding decision was working with Katie and Todd! We were speechless when Katie sent us our wedding gallery - it truly could not have been captured more beautifully and authentically and we don’t know how she did it!! Seriously, she is incredible and we also HIGHLY recommend adding videography for any couples that are on the fence. Todd is such a great videographer and our wedding video is absolutely stunning. Katie + Todd are the dream team!!
Also, our wedding schedule was a bit long and complicated but Katie and Todd worked seamlessly with it and are true professionals. They were a comforting presence throughout the day and were also a huge hit with everyone at the wedding - they have the best energy! If you are thinking about booking Katie and Todd for your photography/videography needs, don’t hesitate and book them ASAP - I really can’t recommend them enough!!
Hiring Katie for our engagement photos was an easy choice. I've admired her photography since her start and have dreamed of the day I would get to work with her! And she did NOT let down. I wasn't really sure what our "vibe" was and she helped us figure out what direction we wanted to go. She sent us great advice beforehand, was super flexible while I kept changing my mind about doing the shoot at home or other locations, and made us totally at ease throughout the whole process. It was celebratory, intimate, and so very joyful. She is a genuinely wonderful human too, so spending time with her was a delight!
Her prices are reasonable, she's quick to get you sneak peeks and then the rest of your photos, and her talent is just beyond measure. I'm still drooling over my photos and can't decide which are my favorite!
Katie was wonderful to work with! We were able to meet her before our wedding day which was a great opportunity to get to know each other and get comfortable with each other. :) Katie is very friendly and also very professional. She was very flexible and quick to adapt to last minute changes. We absolutely loved our photographs!! She was really able to capture the day not just as it happened but also the essence of the joy and love we felt for each and our loved ones. The photos feel like true memories of our wedding day, they are very natural and authentic. I really don't know how she did it but she did an amazing job!!
Katie was one of the best decisions we made throughout the wedding planning process. She is warm, welcoming and made everything so fun. Our engagement and wedding photos are stunning- she captured our love story and we couldn't be happier with how everything turned out. Hire Katie- you won't regret it.
My husband and I met Katie shortly after we got engaged and immediately fell in love with not only her work but her personality. Both our engagement and wedding pictures captured the most beautiful and raw moments. Katie has a way of making taking pictures (even for over an hour) fun and easy. She is a true talent. Katie made our big day even more special by being the best photographer and a great friend! I would highly recommend choosing Katie as your wedding photographer!
Katie was absolutely amazing to work with, in every way, from start to finish. From our first phone call to our in-person meeting, she made us feel SO comfortable. Day-of, she was everywhere she needed to be, without feeling like you had a camera on you. She captured every little special moment and exchange. We don't just have photos, we have a story that helps us relive the day over and over again. Thank you, Katie (and Todd!!)
Having met Katie once for our engagement shoot (which was so fun, pictures = amazing), she felt like another friend who I invited to my wedding on the wedding day. She is so personable, down to earth, and professional. Her photos are creative, unique, and honest! I love the way she finds new angles to capture people, is unafraid of trying new things, and has an eye for design that is really unique. Her photography captures more than just people- it captures intimacy; it captures love. She celebrates love through her decisions behind the camera. We appreciated her so much on the day of our wedding. Her fiancé, Todd, also accompanied her to shoot a video for us per our request and oh boy, were we glad to have asked; they are an amazing team together, super focused and talented. We are fans of them as people, and of their work!
Katie was absolutely amazing during our session. She effortlessly made us feel so comfortable in front of the camera, which resulted in us just having such a genuinely good time. Her creative style and vision matched perfectly with our personalities and resulted in a beautiful collection of photos that we love. Thank you, Katie! Can’t wait to work with you again.
Katie is professional, talented, and so fun to work with! Her images are GORGEOUS. Also, Katie is the cutest person - she is super easy to work with (even if you are super awkward in front of a camera). Katie is kind, positive, encouraging, and she can give excellent directions if you need help relaxing or figuring out what to do with your gaze/face/arm/body/etc. to not be so stiff! Katie is super organized and the business side of things is very clear. Katie is an artist - her work speaks for itself. She knows how to capture beautiful moments in a not-cheezy way. I felt so relaxed working with Katie and I knew the pictures would be stunning. When you browse her portfolio you will see her talent, but I am here to tell you that you cannot understand just how wonderful she is as a human! I recommend her to everyone. I truly cannot praise her enough. I recently witnessed a wedding photographer barking at a bridal party and I was shocked and saddened and remembered just how lucky I was to have such a fabulous lady with me on my special day. Katie will put you at ease and create beautiful art.
Finding the right photographer was a daunting task. For us, we knew that this was one of our top investments for our big day. With so many options out there, it was hard to narrow down even our top few. I stumbled upon Katie through a mutual Facebook friend, and I was immediately drawn to her romantic, slightly moody, yet emotion-filled style. We were lucky enough to meet with Katie and we knew right off the bat that she was our leading gal. She's so easy to get along with, and even though we're both uncomfortable (at first) with getting our photos taken, she pushed us outside of our comfort zone and captured our love and the love around us. Her fiancé, now husband, was her second shooter and he was also a rad energy to have around. It's also important to note that we had a team of videographers, and Katie was professional, courteous, and a team player with directing her shots while including them, and many people came up to us asking if they worked together! We're floored with the final gallery she shared, and she captured every single emotion, as well as the story, of our day. Flipping through all 1000+ photos was a real treat, and we're so fortunate to have these memories forever. THANK YOU, KATIE!! We'd hire you again in a heartbeat.
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