THE JOURNAL OF A CONFIDENCE COACH & PHOTOGRAPHER
Unfiltered. Just like my photography.
Consider this my little corner of the internet where the filter comes off. I'm sharing the tips I wish someone had told me earlier, the stories that still make me laugh, the lessons that came the hard way, and everything in between. Whether you're a business owner trying to figure out how to show up online, or just someone who wants to stop dreading the camera, you're in the right place. Twenty-two years of experience, zero fluff. Welcome to my journal.
Confidence Doesn’t Always Feel Confident
We tend to think confidence should be visible. We expect it to look like certainty, ease, and a willingness to take up space.
Why Do I Feel So Awkward in Photos?
Why do so many people feel awkward in photos? Katie shares what 187 Confidence Club responses revealed about self-image, visibility and how camera confidence can be practised.
Feeling Ugly Is Not the Same as Being Ugly
I don't think people are lying when they tell me they feel ugly in photos. I believe them. That feeling is real. But feelings aren't always facts.
The Month I Took a Daily Self-Portrait — And What It Taught Me About My Face, My Confidence, and Being Seen
What happens when you take a self-portrait every day for a month? Katie explores familiarity, self-image and how regular practice changed the way she saw her own face.
Your Brain is Just Used to the Mirror
This is why many people feel they "never look good in photos"—it's not that you look bad; it's just that you're not accustomed to seeing yourself that way! Do you think you resemble your photos more or your reflection?
How to Love Your Photos: Top Tips for Women in Their 40s and Beyond
If you're a woman in your 40s or above who dreads taking your photo, I have some good news. Having been a photographer for over 20 years, I've been there, too. Believe it or not, I hated being in front of the camera, but I decided it was time to change that a few years ago.
Why It's Important to Have Good Self-Esteem Before Having Your Portrait Taken
In August 2020, post-COVID lockdowns, I hired a photographer to come and take photos of me and my family at our home. I wasn’t feeling at my best, just like everyone else!