twin mama


Empathy-driven


WELL CAFFEINATED


Modern romantic

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Smiling tattooed blonde woman sitting on floor hugging camera, wearing black outfit against warm tan studio background.
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Wedding photographer


I AM

KATIE SHAW

I am drawn to emotion, intimacy and the raw beauty of real life as it unfolds. I am a loving mama to twin boys and two pups. I find inspiration in everyday moments, good music and books.


Motherhood has reminded me that the most imperfect moments are often the most honest. The ones we ache to remember. The ones that make us feel. These are my favourite moments to document on a wedding day. The in-between, un-scripted moments that gently tell your story.

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"She is the most calming, organized, gentle presence, yet somehow also full of the kind of joy and fun that instantly makes you feel comfortable. She made us feel seen, supported, and celebrated every step of the way."


-Kyndra L.

 

 

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My Story

My passion has always been connecting with people. It brought me into the world of photography. A little fact about me is that I use to work with children who have varied abilities. They taught me the importance of our emotions, being honest, and authentic! Those three simple words are the most beautiful way to tell ones story.


From a young age, I experienced love and soul, life and loss. Experiencing the full spectrum of love and loss has shaped how I see the world and the people in it. Family has always been a core value of who I am. Losing my brother, father and other loved ones taught me just how fragile life can be. How the smallest gestures, quiet glances, softest touches can hold the most meaning.


I don't take my role as your wedding photographer lightly. I strive to be more than a vendor, I am there to be your friend and guide. I am that calm presence on your wedding day but also someone who will celebrate with you. Whether thats cheering, crying or singing. I am fully emersed. These moments captured will one day mean everything.


I am drawn to emotion, intimacy and the raw beauty of real life unfolding. Photography for me is a way of holding onto our loved ones, and re-living memories. Whether I feel sad or happy, I always turn to look at a photograph.  I think it is so beautiful that I can give that to my clients as well.


When I had my twin boys, they expanded the way I see everything. Kids move through life with such wonder. They find joy in the ordinary and laughter in chaos. They have reminded me that the most imperfect moments are often the most honest. The ones we ache to remember. The photographs that truly make us feel. These images are my favourite on a wedding day. The in-between, un-scripted moments that tell your story.

Mother with hair bow interacting with two young boys in denim overalls doing art near white canvas in forest.

Ready to connect?


Let’s DOCUMENT THE MEMORIES
YOU WILL ONE DAY ACHE TO REMEMBER
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Can't wait to hear your story and start planning with you