we build honest connections, make honest photographs, and create genuine experiences
The Kreate Wedding Photography ExperienceOur high-touch approach is rooted in building trust, allowing our clients to feel comfortable and at ease throughout the entire process.
We pride ourselves on guiding our clients through every step of the photography journey, ensuring that their experience is not only stress-free...but memorable. The personal touch and attention to detail that we bring to each event result in images that beautifully reflect the essence of our clients lives and what's most important to them.
Your wedding day is the culmination of a journey -
one filled with adventure, growth, and an undying commitment to each other. It's a story like no other, and it deserves to be told like no other.
We get that.
With years of experience capturing couples as a solopreneur, I yearned for something more collaborative and began cultivating the diverse and talented team that makes up Kreate Photography today. With over 16 years of experience photographing luxury weddings, I lead a team of talented associate photographers who have documented hundreds of weddings with me and consistently go above and beyond in the wedding industry. Together, these skilled and compassionate women create images that stand the test of time and we will not settle for less than extraordinary.
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"I could not be happier that I found Katie in my search for wedding photographers - she is the best of the best. From our first conversation, it felt like I was talking to a close friend, which is especially helpful since you want to feel comfortable with the person photographing some of your most emotional moments! She knows exactly how to direct you so you look and feel comfortable and natural, and kept things running smoothly all day long (which is not easy to do with so many personalities and families to keep track of!). We just got our photos and WOW - to say we love them is an understatement”
Kim, Napa, CA
Working seamlessly as a team both on location and behind the scenes, we are devoted to telling your authentic story, balancing posed portraits with emotional candids, that not only capture your wedding day, but the journey that got you here…
We seek to convey your wild spirit and create artful images that you'll cherish long after this milestone event.
Images that will be passed down for generations: carrying your love, traditions, rituals, and family roots through eras of time.
Beyond your wedding day, each session with us is a personalized experience.
Whether you're celebrating the anticipation of a new baby during your maternity session, welcoming a newborn into your family, or documenting the growth and bond of your Family, Kreate Photography is dedicated to providing you with an experience that feels natural + fun…and fine-art, documentary images that capture that exact moment in time.
We get you…You want more than a handful of digital files on a hard drive. You want an experience where luxury meets authenticity, and every moment is captured with care.
Let us create a truly unforgettable experience for you and your loved ones.
Let us tell the story of your extraordinary life together…
from the first date to the first dance and every moment in between.
MEET the FOUNDER + LEAD PHOTOGRAPHERHello there! I’m Katie, The Founder Of Kreate Photography
My career began in the darkroom and in the art studio painting whatever inspired me that day. From there, I began interning at the National Geographic photography department and moved on to work for various photo production companies in the Bay Area. I was young, hungry, and deeply motivated to sustain a career in the arts. After working in various positions where I learned the arduous reality of running a successful photography business, I stopped freelancing and went all in on my dream of building something that affected peoples lives beyond the photographs themselves. That’s where Kreate Photography was born.
I was born in raised in Sonoma County and worked my way through Southern California, Santa Cruz, San Francisco and Oakland building my business. I returned to Sonoma County in 2019 to start a family and come full circle. Needless to say, my photography career was born at a young age and has been sustained by passion and perseverance through all of its many phases.
I shot my first wedding in Guatemala in 2007 and haven’t looked back. I’m humbled to say that I’ve been published in over 30 magazines, publications, and/or online blogs over the 15+ years and have maintained 250+ five-star reviews and counting.When I’m not behind the camera, I am running our coaching + mentorship branch, the Kreate Collective. I’ve built a creative community of photographers who run thriving businesses which brings me more satisfaction and joy than I can begin to describe!
Outside of work and creating, I am spending quality time with my hilarious and devoted husband, 3-year old daughter, and 6-month-old son (Raya and Levi).
They are my world and being a mother has brought soul-driven purpose to my life outside of my career. Cooking from our garden and hosting dinner parties is one of my favorite pastimes. I am a painter and am obsessed with all things art + interior design. I cherish each one of my relationships, including the one I have with myself. Health, wellness, and adventure are top priorities for me and I experience those things through nature, yoga, travel, and quality time with my family.
xx, Katie + the Kreate Team
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Photographer
2008 marked the beginning of my long and beautiful journey as a photographer. Cheers to 15 years! Kreate Photography (my baby) expanded to the commercial/brand sector a few years later and I've had a skilled and talented team ever since.
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Mama + Family Gal
I have a 3-year-old daughter + 4-month-old baby boy who motivate me every. single. day. Nothing has been more motivating in my career than motherhood. Family first, always.
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Photography Biz Coach
After I finally cracked the code and discovered the right formulas for running and growing a photography business without perpetual burnout, I began mentoring. I started 1:1 and group mentorship in 2017.
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Your Hype Girl
Nothing brings me more JOY than supporting other creative entrepreneurs on their journey. I believe in community over competition, there is enough to go around! I lift others up and cannot wait to learn more about you!
The things that fill my cup
(aside from multiple cups of coffee a day!)
Questions & Answers
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KIND. ENTHUSIASTIC. AMBITIOUS. COMPASSIONATE.
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Please check out my Press + Publications page! We’ve been featured in 30+ magazines and publications including San Francisco Magazine (print), Green Wedding Shoes, Junebug Weddings, Grey Likes Weddings, 100 Layer Cake, BOHO Bride, Venuelust, Wedding Chicks, and many more. You can also hear more about what other couples have to say with over 200 5-star reviews. text goes here
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Katie is a seasoned photographer with a passion for creating genuine experiences through her work. With over 15 years of experience in the wedding industry, she has been published in numerous magazines and publications and has maintained over 250 five-star reviews. Fostering strong client relationships is the foundation of her business, and her mission is to ensure that each client's experience is as unique as they are, reflected through their images.
MEET OUR TALENTED ASSOCIATE PHOTOGRAPHER TEAM
At Kreate Photography, we understand that being an exceptional wedding photographer goes beyond just capturing outstanding images.
We prioritize building connections with our clients to create ease in front of the camera and trust in the entire photography process.
I expanded our team after years of nurturing deep personal and professional bonds with each photographer. Building on the foundation of trust and excellence that defines our brand, each member of our team has undergone extensive training and collectively captured over 200 weddings for Kreate in the past 10+ years.
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Associate Photographer
VANESSA
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Associate Photographer
SARAH
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Associate Photographer
HOLLY
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Associate Photographer >
JESSICA
Our Core Values
TRUST & CONNECTION
We build genuine relationships rooted in trust with our clients
ARTISTIC EXCELLENCE
We are committed to capturing beautiful, emotive imagery that is both editorial and documentary
We customize each experience to our client's unique needs and desires
COLLABORATIVE SPIRIT
We embrace teamwork, knowledge sharing, & supporting each other's growth
CONTINUOUS LEARNING
We believe growth is an endless journey and we're always evolving as artists!
CLIENT FOCUS
Our clients are at the heart of everything we do. We strive to exceed expectations and create an experience that is supportive
ATTENTION TO DETAIL
We pour our hearts into every aspect of our clients' experience and final product
PERSONAL TOUCH
We approach each event with care and personalization, from pre-shoot planning throughout the editing process
Wedding Photography in NORTHERN CALIFORNIA + BEYONDWhen you choose one of our experienced associate photographers, you're stepping into a realm where professionalism meets personalization.
“ Hiring Katie & her team will go down as one of the best decisions we made throughout the entire wedding planning process “
Our promise is that you will receive the same timeless, fine art photography style that drew you to Kreate Photography in the first place.
Choosing to collaborate with a member of our team means that every step of your photography experience will be stress-free, enjoyable & FUN.
Plus, documentary + emotive images you’ll cherish forever.
OUR Promise to YouHigh-Quality Work
Variety + Precision
Prompt Communication
Guidance + Comfort
A Positive, joyful experience
WHAT ARE YOU WAITING FOR?Let us capture your extraordinary life
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