Katie Kaars Katie Kaars

Three mistakes to avoid when planning your photographic shoot with a photographer.

A shoot is a big deal; there is often lots of money involved. However, it's down to the planning in achieving an excellent outcome. I credit this knowledge to all my years of assisting. Back then (yes, it was a long time ago), we shot on medium and large format film, so it was essential to have a plan to know how much film to have on set. Plus, a courier was expensive and few and far between, making it difficult to correct mistakes while on set.

Read More
Katie Kaars Katie Kaars

Here is a step by step guide on how to take the perfect Linkedin portrait using only your iPhone and no fancy photography equipment.

Given this digital world we live in, more employers what to see what you look like before the interview. I guess they want to see how presentable you are. But who has a budget for a photographer? So I have created a step by step guide and a video on Instagram on how to get THE SHOT, and you don't need any tripods or camera stands. 

Read More
Katie Kaars Katie Kaars

Lesson learned

In year eight, I needed to choose an extracurricular activity, and my Mum suggested photography. She knew me better than anyone and knew this was something I could potentially enjoy.

Read More
Katie Kaars Katie Kaars

Natural light

It's been such a long time since I have written about my work, but considering we are in another lockdown, I figured in between the endless housework and homeschooling, I could take some time to write about what I have been shooting!

Read More