Every wedding, every proposal, every portrait session is different! Whether you're getting hitched at City Hall on a Friday morning, or you're hosting hundreds of people at one of the city's trendiest venues, your day will be completely special.
Every session is unique, just like you!
Queer Documentary & Film Photographer
The Big day!
Your wedding day will go by so quickly-I promise to capture the moments that mean the most. From your first look to your final dance, it's going to be a perfect and picturesque day. I will be there with you every step of the way, making you feel comfortable and fabulous!
Time to work my magic!
After your big day, you get to enjoy married life while I create your beautiful album. A little edit here, a little fix there, and before you know it, you'll be reliving your favorite moments again.
your engagement photos
Engagement sessions are my favorite way to get to know a couple before the big day. We can snap pics at your apartment (with your pets PLZ), your favorite restaurant, or the park where you had your first date. It's all up to you, and it's a stress-free way to get comfortable in front of the camera!
Let's make it official!
We've clicked, you're happy, you're ready to book! I will send you my contract with every detail in writing for you to review. No surprises, no worries! My dates fill up quickly, so the sooner we secure your date, the better.
wanna meet up for coffee?
I absolutely love meeting my clients in person before we have our first session. There are so many amazing independent coffee shops around Chicago, let's pick a place! I'll order us some muffins and cappuccinos, and we'll talk about your big day.
Coming from out of town or can't meet in person? That's okay! We can video chat and drink coffee at home. My cats will probably hang out with us too.
As a documentary photographer, my passion lies in capturing those "in between" moments-nothing too formal or stiff! I pay attention to the little details, those smiles when you're walking up to the altar, and who's crying the most (spoilers: it's probably your parents!). Nothing makes me happier than capturing a fleeting moment in time that you will remember for years.
Just say yes, and I'll do the rest!
The experience
-Katie & Corbin
"Kate did a wonderful job as the photographer at our wedding. They continued to be very welcoming and friendly, while still being very professional with the photography and guiding my husband and I through what turned out to be some absolutely beautiful shots of us on our big day. All of our guests loved them and they got some great photos of not only us, but our guests as well. They were even accommodating by getting some impromptu group photos of our friends and us."
"There aren't enough good things to say about Kate and we will definitely be recommending her to everyone we know."
-Rachel & Austin
"Neither my husband nor I are super comfortable in front of the camera, and we immediately felt at ease with Kate. From the initial meeting, we knew Kate would be the perfect photographer for our day. When we did our engagement shoot, she took care of all of the posing and made us both feel confident. Our wedding day was no different. Kate made sure that she captured all aspects of the day while also being efficient. Family photos were a breeze and she followed our shot list to a tee. After working with Kate, it is clear that she is incredibly passionate about her work. Her enthusiasm is contagious and working with her was like having a personal cheerleader with us all day long."
"Simply put, Kate was amazing!"
-Melissa & Alexander
We had such an amazing experience with Kate! She was easy to work with and washed away any worries of awkwardly posed wedding photos. We instantly clicked during our sunrise engagement shoot, and that set up so much trust and comfort for our wedding. The photos she took were absolutely stunning (especially the film ones) and perfectly captured our day. From a spontaneous dance floor tunnel, to a big circle high-five as we were introduced to the reception, she was able to improvise and get the perfect shot for any fun unplanned moments. I would absolutely recommend Kate to anyone looking for a photographer for their event."
"She's so talented at catching moments on the fly!"
packages
Starting at $500
Starting at 1 hour coverage
Coordination + assistance in planning
One location (or multiple nearby)
Custom gallery w/album print options
Preview photos within 1 week
Proposals & Portraits
Starting at $3600
Starting at 6 hours' coverage
Second photographer available
Coordination + assistance in planning
Complimentary engagement session
Travel to multiple locations
Custom gallery w/album print options
Preview photos within 2 weeks
Full Day Weddings
Starting at $700
90 minutes coverage, minimum
Coordination + assistance in planning
Travel to multiple locations
Custom gallery w/album print options
Option to add on additional time
Preview photos within 1 week
Elopements & Microweddings
If you'd like to see full albums from any one of my sessions, please just ask! It is so important that photographers share what the entire day looks like.
03. ask for full galleries
When you close your eyes and think about your day, what does it look like? Do you have any must-have locations in mind? We can figure out a timeline and make sure to prioritize your dream spots.
02. envision your day
The best thing you can do is send me a message. I am happy to walk you through the process and figure out the right package for you.
01. reach out!
