Me + My Approach
Oh, hi there! Nice to e-meet you.
I’m Katharine—aka “Kate”—and I’m obsessed with 3 things:
1. Storytelling
2. People
3. Light
Like a handful of you reading this, I moved to NYC to be an actor. A couple years ago, I saved up for some fresh, new headshots—with a reputable photographer—and was stunned to see a result that didn’t particularly look like me, or reflect my personality, at all. I was terribly disappointed, since—as you know—acting isn’t the most lucrative business and I had been ecstatic to snag new shots.
Lightbulb Moment
I decided it was time to take matters into my own hands—to tell human stories using photography and to accurately represent the unique light in each human I shot. I had been wanting to purchase a nice, current camera (to replace the hobbyist DSLR I'd been using for years), and this moment--these photos that looked nothing like me--told me it was time. I went big and purchased some pretty snazzy equipment, and dove headlong into reading books, taking courses, and studying the art of photography. I confess: I remain obsessed and madly in love with this art--and this opportunity to study the beauty of humans. I’ve also made it a point to shoot nearly every single day since. While I’m constantly evolving, learning, and finding new + unique ways to better my work, I can tell you this: I feel incredibly comfortable behind the camera, getting to know you as a human and artist, and capturing your light for the world (…and casting directors) to see. It’s important to me that we not only get a shot of you looking your absolute best, but also that we get shots that reflect what makes you YOU.
What You Can Expect from a Session
+ A conversation about your needs, your marketing, and what you’re after
+ Some snazzy tunes (your choice)
+ a bevvy (coffee? mimosa? be my guest)
+ as many looks as we need in the time allotted
+ some sneak peaks at shots I’m snagging of your gorgeous mug
+ a chill but focused atmosphere
+ 60-90 minutes of shooting, unlimited looks within that time
+ indoor studio and/or outdoor shots
+ ~100 shots to choose from within 48-72 hours post shoot
+ 1 Retouched Photo included, available within 10 days of selection.
Where I Shoot
+ NYC
+ Los Angeles
+ Dallas
* Email for travel booking.
Standard Headshot Shoot (Inquire for Lifestyle/Dance Shoot Pricing)
+ 60-90 minutes of shooting (add 90 minutes for MUA)
+ studio and/or outdoor/location
+ unlimited looks
+ 100+ shots to choose from within 48-72 hours post shoot
+ 1 Retouched Photo included, available within 10 days
+ Additional Retouches available for $50/photo
*Highly recommended: add a hair + makeup artist for $250.
Book Online through the site or email hello@katemademedia.com to schedule a session.
Live elsewhere? Shoot me a message. I’m regularly on-the-go and travel frequently; let’s see what we can do.
Sound like a party? It always is!
Email hello@katemademedia.com
