Kate Markel

Your typical headshot is very simple; a photo that shows who you are. For actors, however, your headshot is more than that. Your headshot is your first impression—it’s what casting directors see before you ever walk into the room. A professional headshot captures your authentic look, highlights your natural “type,” and shows that you take […]

In today’s complex business environment, graphic assets, like photographs, are just as important as your logo. Your audience’s first impression is always visual, and it’s important to make a good one! Having portraits that can be used in a variety of ways, from websites to social media to business cards, is the best way to

Let’s be honest—most sports photos are boring. Stiff poses, a prop or two, generic lighting, and a plastered smile. As a mom of young athletes, it got hard to fake excitement for my kids sports portraits every year. The photos did nothing to showcase how hard they’d worked, the hours they put in, or their

So many people think that a senior portrait session is just about getting a pretty picture for the yearbook, with a few alternates for graduation announcements. If that’s all they are, why bother hiring a professional? Coming from someone who found her passion in senior photography, I’m here to tell you that a great senior

Your senior photo shoot is such an exciting time. You’ve learned so much, and dedicated so much time to your extracurricular activities. You’ve grown immensely and are on the cusp of adulthood, getting ready for your first major life milestone. Your photos are the way to capture you right now, in all your glory, before

I’m a big believer in the power of print. One day, we’re going to pull out old photographs to show our grandkids, and it’s much more nostalgic to pull out physical photos, than to unlock an ancient phone. It’s why all of my packages don’t just have digital files—they also include options for high quality

As an Indianapolis and Cincinnati senior photographer, I know the magic of this time. Senior photos capture a once-in-a-lifetime season that passes far too quickly. This is the moment between childhood and adulthood, when confidence is growing and individuality is shining. Senior pictures freeze this chapter in time—not just what you looked like, but who