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I am Kate. A dog momma, daughter, sister, aunt and loving girlfriend. I am a chaser of light, a moment protector and an imagery artist. I love Harry Potter, country drives and a tall glass of sangria - red please! Read More...

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April 11, 2025

Karlie and Austin were complete naturals in front of the camera! I loved meeting up with them and exploring the U of I Arboretum gardens. There were so many beautiful backdrops for these two to cuddle up and celebrate their engagement! I cannot wait for their wedding day!

April 11, 2025

I love the way Grace and John look at each other! I have known Grace for awhile (we are also birthday buddies!) and I met John a few years ago when they TORE UP a dance floor at a wedding I was photographing. They have so much fun together and truly let loose for their […]

April 11, 2025

Tell me you had a blast on your wedding day without telling me you had a blast on your wedding day! Olivia and Blake’s day was FULL of exciting surprises, joyful moments and lots of celebration! They got married on their family’s beautiful property which set a beautiful scene for their dream wedding. Congratulations Mr. […]

April 11, 2025

Jessie and Michael Bryan’s wedding day was filled with beautiful florals, happy tears and so much joy surrounding them as they became husband and wife. I loved spending the day with them and getting to capture the smiles that never left their faces! Congratulations Mr. and Mrs. Ortt! Thank you to these amazing vendors! Getting […]

April 11, 2025

I am totally oversharing this gorgeous engagement session! Vince is one of Dustin’s childhood friends and his beautiful soon-to-be bride, May is his absolute perfect match. I am honored to be a part of this journey with them and had SUCH a great time capturing their engagement photos!

April 11, 2025

Rachel and Ben were absolutely STUNNING on their wedding day! They spent the day surrounded by so much love and joy as they joined their lives together as husband and wife. I adored capturing them, along with their friends and family as they celebrated their marriage! Thank you to these amazing vendors! Ceremony Venue: Cathedral […]

April 4, 2025

I was so excited to meet up with Rebekah and Dorson for their engagement session at their gorgeous wedding venue! Walnut Hall is one of my favorites to shoot at and I loved capturing them in the chapel they will be getting married in! We had a beautiful summer evening and Rebekah and Dorson were […]

April 4, 2025

Sonja and Matt had the most gorgeous August day for their wedding! The weather felt just like early fall and the smiles never left their faces as they said “I do” in front of their friends and family! I am so glad I was able to be a part of such a special celebration for […]

April 4, 2025

This is just a small sneak peek of all of the fun Josh and Calyssa had on their wedding day. It was incredible to see them surrounded by SO much love and joy from their religious ceremony to the intimate dinner and into the giant dance party! I could not be happier for the new […]

March 28, 2025

I had an absolute blast with Hailey and Grant for their engagement photos! I have worked alongside them a few times for some really fun weddings and I am thrilled to get to work with them for their big day! We had a very warm summer day for their session, but they totally killed it! […]

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