A VANCOUVER ISLAND PHOTOGRAPHY STUDIO
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A TRUSTED LENS
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/ Originality
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– VANCOUVER ISLAND – DESTINATION –
BASED IN – lək̓ʷəŋən Traditional Territory
A witness to artful celebrations and soulful identities, Kate’s studio offers refined, documentary-style storytelling for weddings, elopements, boudoir, couples, events and editorial brand projects.
Weaving together true-to-life colour with the whimsical movement of film, we create artful archives for clients who value presence, sustainability, and a classic but joyful aesthetic.
HERE WE CELEBRATE
THE ART OF CONNECTION
TO SELF
/ Community
/ PARTNERS
/ Culture
/ LEgacy
– LOVE, in all ITS forms
ABOUT
A STUDY IN INTENTION
This is more than photography; it is a sensory record of your most storied moments. Our sessions are shaped with a modern, art-driven eye, guided by the atmospheric whimsy of Super 8 and the depth of true-tone digital. We celebrate the “feelers” and the design-minded, creating a sanctuary where you can be entirely yourself while we document the sophisticated soul of your celebration.
What We Hold True
01 / Connection as a Catalyst
We believe that a shared aesthetic creates the best art. By fostering a personal and sentimental connection with our clients, we move past the surface. This allows us to capture honesty, the kind that feels classic, yet a little bit playful.
02 / Presence over Production
Your wedding is not a photo shoot; it is a living experience. Our documentary approach honours the flow of your day, preserving the unforced beauty of a crowded table and the quiet repose of a private glance. We provide the grounding support that allows you to savour the location, the food, and the people you love most.
MULTI MEDIA
Fine Art + Form
Our style blends editorial refinement with documentary authenticity, capturing moments as they unfold with subtle, thoughtful retouching.
We believe motion blur and Dutch tilts need the right context, and just enough to add flavour without distracting from the story.
WE ADORE
Analog Alchemy
Our work shines on texture-rich film stocks, capturing life, energy, and whimsy. Super 8mm, 35mm, and Instant film give each image and video its signature mood and depth.
WE SEE THROUGH A
A Global Lens
Our editorial approach is rooted in colour fidelity, meticulously crafted to honour every skin tone with a luminous, moody-leaning finish. We prioritize natural depth over trends, ensuring your archive remains as timeless as the celebrations themselves.
WE HAVE THE BEST TIME
The Experience
Our approach is sophisticated yet playful, eschewing clichés in favour of genuine interaction.
We provide a grounded, supportive space for travellers and “feelers” to be themselves, turning gorgeous locations into the backdrop for your most unposed, vibrantly alive moments.
SUSTAINIBILITY + INCLUSION
OUR ETHOS
Our ethos is defined by a commitment to inclusion and sustainable luxury. We are witnesses to love in all its forms, documenting your history with a sense of whimsy and deep-seated integrity. We don’t just take photos; we archive your most soulful, real-life vignettes.
We do this because moments matter.
WE DO THIS BECAUSE, AS LIFE UNFOLDS – IMAGERY IS ALL THAT REMAINS.
MEET KATE
STUDIO / OWNER
Offers: Digital Photo / Super 8 Video / 35mm film – ON VANCOUVER ISLAND + BEYOND
From teenage darkroom alchemy to a bachelor’s in fine art and cultural geography, Kate’s (she/they) work is a sophisticated study in space, soul, and storied nostalgia.
Inspired by a love of antiques, photo albums, and the tactile grain of analog film, she curates imagery that feels like a private gallery of your most vibrant chapters.
Whether testing a new recipe, exploring a yoga or dance class, or chasing light on the slopes of Whistler, Kate brings a traveller’s eye and an artist’s heart to every session.
Grounded in event production and high-end hospitality, their presence blends calm professionalism with playful wit, making the camera feel effortless.
A member of the film-focused Folklore Collective and featured in Rocky Mountain Bride, Kate balances editorial refinement with spirited energy, crafting imagery that honours your story with modern, whimsical elegance and a deep respect for the beauty of the unscripted.
OUR PEOPLE DO THINGS IN THEIR OWN WAY
Here are some memorable moments from past years:
A North Island elopement celebrating a drag performer’s love story
Cocktail hour adventures — from archery challenges to skateboarding with the groom and friends
A Vegas-themed dance party complete with a surprise Chip and Dale performance from a groomsman.
Show-stopping dance floor entrances, including a bride doing the worm.
MEET PAIGE
Associate ARTIST / SECOND PHOTOGRAPHER
Offers: Digital Photo + 35mm film – ON VANCOUVER ISLAND + VANCOUVER
“Paige went above and beyond her role! The effortless, in-between shots that she captured were some of my favourite photos in our album.
She is an absolute delight, and I will definitely use her again in the future. I can’t recommend enough!”
— Kelly & Ed
Paige (she/her) is a hopeless romantic, a pun-wielding expert, an artisanal ice cream connoisseur, and a self-proclaimed “friends” aficionado who can quote any and every episode.
She is both the person who hides out at the food station at any party waiting for someone to tell her their life story over a glass of punch, but also the person who throws down on the dance floor to any song with an upbeat tempo. She loves spontaneous trips, backpacking, exploring the world and meeting new people. As someone who wears her heart on her sleeve, she is obsessed with a good love story and can’t wait to tell yours.
Her life changed forever in 2024 when she became a mother to the cutest little squish in the whole wide world. It has since shaped how she notices and captures little moments and gentle details. She also cries a lot more than she did before, and that’s saying a lot. As an aside, she doesn’t believe Ross and Rachel were on a break.
To date, she’s been featured in West Coast Weddings, Confetti and Rocky Mountain Bride.
To book Paige as an associate photographer, she would join us during a discovery call so you can meet and personally explore working together.
” Her style and approach is unmatched and so unique. I love the mix of black and white and moody images she was able to capture for us. I also think her services are very reasonably priced which we appreciated! ”
— Kayla
Let’s Begin
We would love to hear a little bit more about what you’d like to create together.
