Open hearts + open roads

Ohio Wedding Photographer

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The Work

Portfolio

Couple kissing on large rock formation during their elopement ceremony.

For people who want to feel, not perform

Behind the Camera

I’m Katie, I believe in photos and documentation that feels like home. Real, emotional, and full of life. I’m not here to chase trends. I’m here to give you something timeless. Images that become heirlooms. Photographs that bring you back to the way it felt. Documentation that reminds you who you are, who you love, and how wildly beautiful this life really is.

Whether you're whispering vows on a mountaintop or dancing barefoot at sunset with your kids in the backyard, I’m here to preserve the heartbeat of your moments. The quiet ones. The wild ones. The ones that feel like everything and nothing all at once. Until we realize they’re everything.

One day, this will all be a memory. And I want yours to feel alive.

My soul craves connection with the nontraditional, the queer community, the free spirits, and adventure seekers of the world. Humans are intricate and messy, and I strive to capture every piece of your story with relentless passion.

Serving Dayton, Cincinnati Ohio and Estes Park, Colorado. Offering International travel.

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The Blog

Featured Diary Entries

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The Myth of The Perfect Wedding Day and What Actually Matters

How To Plan a Timeless Wedding

Intimate Wedding at Carnegie Hall Newport, KY

Frequently asked Questions

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Documentary wedding photography focuses on capturing real, unscripted moments as they naturally happen. Instead of setting the day up as a production your photographer observes and documents the genuine emotions, interactions, and in-between moments to tell the story of the wedding honestly, as it unfolds.
Wedding photography in this area averages from the lower $1,000-$10,000 range. Our wedding pricing starts at $2250.
Absolutely! While based in Dayton, Ohio and Estes Park, Colorado I regularly travel within the US and internationally with and for clients. You tell me where we’re going and I’m there.
Estes Park offers endless elopement locations, including numerous hidden gems along mountain trails, and access to Rocky Mountain National Park. It’s one of the most sought-after destinations for couples wanting an intimate, scenic and nature driven option.

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Love notes

Anna + Rob - Michigan

“When we hired Katie to be our wedding photographer we had a high expectation for her work. Her portfolio was stunning and everything that she does for you is an experience so when our wedding day came, I was excited to see what vision she brought to our wedding memories. She is SO MUCH FUN to be around and our entire family talked about her at our wedding and after. My Dad says she’s invited to Thanksgiving dinner now. We hired her for the full day and she was a blast at the reception too. I was not prepared to see just how emotional and impactful the entire experience would be but she brought us our greatest memories to life and we now get to see them and re-live them forever through her photos and videos. Katie is our photographer for life now and I can’t begin to put into words just how incredible every part of this experience was. FIVE STARS ALL DAY LONG.”
Cat + Joel - Dayton Ohio

Katie is everything a photographer could be. She has an amazing eye and brings all her visions to life. Not only is her skill amazing, but her vibe and personality is an added treat! She is great to be around and fills you with confidence and joy."
Taite - Dayton Ohio

“Having worked with Katie at clients births and as a personal photographer for my family, I can honestly say-- Katie is a literal ray of warm sunshine and her photos reflect her light. She has a lovely presence and consistently presents stunning quality photos and videos. Im very thankful to have met this lovely professional and highly recommend her to clients and friends.!”
Ashley - Troy Ohio

Katie is AMAZING!! We hired Katie to be our photographer after seeing some recommendations in a birth group we were in. I had never met her but her photos were gorgeous and she was super quick to respond. Let me tell you.. not only was she an amazing photographer, she doubled as an encourager and a friend. She was ready and willing to help in any way she could at any time. The photos were absolutely stunning and I am so thankful we got these! Her work is phenomenal. She asked what I wanted and what I didn’t want and she captured it ALL perfectly.

Would we be a good fit???

Hell Yes

You value the vision and unique storytelling experience a photographer and videographer brings to your memories.
You want to break the rules and create something memorable.
You don’t fit in with the traditional crowd and want something more.
You want to work with an inclusive, empowering creative who knows how important it is to foster a safe and welcoming space for all people and journeys.

Hell No

You want heavily photoshopped, unnatural photo retouching. I believe all bodies are worth of documenting in the most flattering and beautiful of ways. That doesn’t require changing you.
You don’t support inclusion + diversity of ALL.
You don’t value the unique vision a creative brings to these services.
You want a traditional, discounted service rather than an experience.