Behind the Lens

I’m Kyra. I’m awkward. I can’t whistle. My cats are more famous than I will ever be. The best way to get me out of bed in the morning is a cup of overly-sweetened coffee or a sunrise photo session with the promise of a fat breakfast burrito afterward. I got married in August 2019 (and he’s way outta my league, as you can see below) but this means I know ALL the good planning tips. Here is a freebie: MAKE IT EXACTLY WHAT YOU WANT YOLO. We did pizza + beer + made our own playlist for the ceremony and reception. It was liiiiit, fam. I always have lots of bad jokes handy to make you smile and some Reese’s candy in my camera bag, which I think those reasons alone are enough to hire me as your photographer. Or you could look at my credentials, been in the business since 2016 starting in real estate photography and family sessions, then jumping into the wedding game in 2017. I’ve been to many workshops, trainings, mentoring sessions, and hours upon hours of teaching myself how to make this hobby a full heckin business.

When I am not behind the camera, I am working at Oregon’s state financial aid office and am in charge of some state grants to help students go to college + watching my husband rage at Call of Duty while I edit photos (if I am not playing, too). Life also looks a lot different now because we had our perfect tiny human in October 2021 - saayyyy whaaaat. For 2023, I will be taking on less work, so if you want to get on my calendar, let’s get this bread ASAP.

Whatever you’re looking to have captured, I’d love to sit and chat if I’m a good fit for you — preferably we can get to know each other over yummy food, like Red Robin or Sonic Drive-Thru — I’m a sucker for fast-food, slow-jams, and good conversations.


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Booking NOW!

  • Weddings/Elopements (2024 weddings only)

  • Families

  • Maternity

  • Lifestyle Newborn

  • Couples

  • Seniors

  • Small Businesses

  • Portraits

  • Content Creators

  • SO MUCH MOREEEEEE

Send me a message + let’s make magic happen.

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tell me whyyyyy

“Full disclosure here - I’m her husband. Take that for what you will.

I see her anxious excitement at each and every client. I hear about her pre-shoot hype sessions in her car alone, where she works herself up to an excited state to give the best experience possible.

I see her joy and Elation at every upload sent to a client. I see her anxious and yet patient longing for a response from her clients. (Adorably)

She loves this line of work. Not as a preference, or a hobby; but a passion embodied in her effort, care and love for the client.

Working full time, and editing 3-4 hours a night every night, I am honored to say I would 100% recommend this dedicated and lovely person. I also recommend marrying her.”

- Cody

wedding + engagement photos on this page by Kati Nicole Photo — she’s my photog crush, go give her some love.