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.
You’re Seeing the Outcome, Not the Cost
If you told me five years ago I’d be out here taking my own branding photos… smiling… posing… and actually enjoying it? I would’ve laughed in your face. Respectfully. But aggressively. And yet—here we are. Turns out confidence wasn’t the issue…
I just needed a minute (or some practice) to get comfortable being seen.
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.
Mastering Self-Portraits: Overcoming Common Technical Challenges
Self-portraits are a powerful way to express yourself and capture moments in time or to create your next LinkedIn / CV portrait. Learning the art of self-portraiture comes with its own set of challenges, especially when it comes to technical aspects.

