Hi, I'm Katia

and I'm so glad you found me



Outside of my camera, I am a French-American mom raising three kids in Truckee. Our home is always loud and full, with half-finished craft projects on the counters, stray socks on the floor, and tiny treasures my kids leave behind.


Some of my favorite things include the warmth of the sun on a crisp winter day, the smell of pine needles after the snow melts, and the sound of summer rain. Someday, I’d love to raise a small herd of goats. Before that, I want to walk all the way across France.


I live for the people I love and the memories we create together. I know how quickly these fleeting chapters pass, which is why I care so deeply about preserving them. I’m so glad you’re here, and I’d love to help you hold onto a piece of your story, too.

roots
the years abroad
california & becoming a mother
life in truckee

from the archive


A fleeting moment between my mom and her father...



I’m endlessly inspired by old family photos like this one—a quiet reminder of why we capture these chapters in the first place

FAQ

Vision & inspiration

A sentimental lens

I look at the world through a sensitive, deeply sentimental soul. When you work with me, you trust my eye to find the raw moments and emotions that tell your story of connection. I am endlessly drawn to the beautiful light that turns a fleeting second into art—and to the magical, quiet innocence of childhood.

My approach

Raw & Unhurried

My heart is in documentary work. I’m not here to stage manufactured happiness, flawless makeup, or artificial poses. Instead, I offer a completely stress-free space where you get to just be yourself. I rely on gentle guidance only when it's needed, letting your real story unfold naturally, delivering honest photos that take you right back to what it felt like.

Working with me

A Quiet, Grounded Presence

I am an introvert by nature, bringing a calm presence where you can feel entirely comfortable and welcome just as you are. From mid-day meltdowns and messy houses to the raw reality of birth, I have seen and experienced it all.  I am here to witness your story unfold exactly as it is, with compassion and deep respect.