Wedding and Family Photographer in Marin, Sonoma, Napa & San FranciscoWith over a decade of experience and a gift for making people feel instantly at ease, Vanessa creates images that feel timeless, emotive, and deeply connected...
Meet Vanessa, Our Lead Associate PhotographerMeet Vanessa
Lead Associate Photographer
Where skill meets connection, through her calming and intuitive presence.
With over a decade of experience and a gift for making people feel instantly at ease, Vanessa creates images that feel timeless, emotive, and deeply connected.
AWARD-WINNING wedding PHOTOGRAPHY team BASED IN SONOMA + NAPA, CAVanessa is more than a photographer; she is a storyteller who balances creativity with a heart-led approach. With over ten years of professional experience and hundreds of weddings and families captured, she brings both technical skill and a deep sense of connection to every celebration.
As a mother of two, Vanessa carries a unique sensitivity into her work, attuned to fleeting glances, quiet emotions, and the subtle magic between people.
Her presence is calming, her guidance is intuitive, and her photographs reflect not only what your day or family looked like, but how it truly felt.
vanessa's work is described asConnected , DESCRIPTIVE, Intentional, Fine-Art & true-to-life Photography
From your Engagement, Wedding, Maternity & Newborn Session…
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What It’s Like to Work With Vanessa
→ Ease from the very first hello: Vanessa’s presence is grounding, warm, and reassuring
→ Guidance you can trust: From portraits to candid moments, she knows when to step in and when to let the magic unfold
→ The Kreate Standard: As our Lead Associate, Vanessa delivers the same seamless experience, refined process, and timeless imagery that define our brand
→ Photographs that feel alive: Your gallery will be filled with images that bring you right back to the emotion, the laughter, and the joy of your day
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01/ WEDDINGS WITH VANESSA
Timeless storytelling, heartfelt connection, and the Kreate experience you can trust
Your wedding day is a once-in-a-lifetime celebration, filled with laughter, tears, and the quiet, in-between moments that matter most. Vanessa brings over a decade of experience and a calming, intuitive presence to ensure every part of your day feels cared for and beautifully documented.
As our Lead Associate Photographer, she captures weddings with the same artistry, seamless process, and intentional approach that define Kreate. Her images are not only elegant and timeless, they are alive with emotion… photographs that will bring you back to how it felt to say “I do.”
The Experience
→ Connection First: From your first call, Vanessa takes time to understand your vision and what matters most
→ Collaboration Always: Together, we build a thoughtful timeline that supports your flow and keeps the day stress-free
→ Presence on the Day: With warmth and ease, she knows when to step in with guidance and when to simply let moments unfold
→ The Kreate Standard: Behind the scenes, our close-knit team works seamlessly together — not just colleagues, but true friends who support one another to give you the very best experience
What sets us apart + how we go above & beyond
02/ AWARD-WINNING RECOGNITION
We’ve been published in over 30 online magazines, publications & blogs. We have maintained 250+ five-star reviews and counting. Kreate Photography has been consistently recognized in the industry, winning awards such as "Best Of California Wedding Photographers" and the Wedding Wire Couples Choice Award for over a decade. We are a trusted name in the wedding photography industry.
03/ CLIENT-CENTRIC FOCUS
With core values centered around trust, artistic excellence, and client focus, we go above and beyond to exceed your expectations. Fostering strong client relationships is the foundation of our business. As the owner, my approach is supportive and hands-on. Our commitment to providing a stress-free and enjoyable experience that is fun, relaxed, and seamless starts with our initial phone consultation through the entirety of your experience working with us.
04/ PERSONALIZED APPROACH & DELIVERABLES
The team at Kreate Photography prioritizes building connections with clients to create ease in front of the camera and trust throughout our process together. This level of personal touch sets us apart and ensures a tailored experience for you and your partner.
During engagements and wedding days, we lose ourselves in the art of capturing it all! Every last detail is photographed. Unlike most wedding photographers, we edit + deliver everything. Our average wedding collection is 1200-2200 edited images.
05/ TEAM COLLABORATION
By leading a team of talented dedicated associate photographers who have collectively captured over 200 weddings in the past 10 years, Kreate Photography offers a unique blend of professionalism and personalization.
This teamwork approach ensures a consistent, high-quality photography style for every client with a constant backup plan if anyone were to ever have an emergency around your event date.
THE KREATE WEDDING PHOTOGRAPHY EXPERIENCE
Our Approach
When you choose Kreate Photography, you're stepping into a realm where professionalism meets personalization. We understand that being an exceptional wedding photographer goes far beyond just capturing outstanding images. Our commitment to you is unwavering and begins with our very first interaction.
Our approach is rooted in building trust, allowing our clients to feel comfortable and at ease throughout the entire process.
We pride ourselves on guiding our clients through every step of the photography journey, ensuring that their experience is not only stress-free...but memorable.
The personal touch and attention to detail that we bring to each wedding results in images that beautifully reflect the essence of your life and what's most important to you.
Working seamlessly as a team both on location and behind the scenes, we are devoted to telling your authentic story, balancing posed portraits with emotional candids, that not only capture your wedding day…but the journey that got you here.
We believe in the power of relationships, storytelling, and honoring each client's unique love through images that embody the senses. We seek to convey your wild spirit through artful images that you'll cherish long after this milestone event.
Photography at its best is a collaborative human experience.
Choosing to collaborate with Kreate Photography ensures you receive unparalleled communication and guidance every step of the way. You can expect to laugh a lot, feel taken care of, and feel like you’re being supported by a friend.
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Our Core Values
TRUST & CONNECTION
We build genuine relationships rooted in trust with our clients
ARTISTIC EXCELLENCE
We are committed to capturing beautiful, emotive imagery that is both editorial and documentary
We customize each experience to our client's unique needs and desires
COLLABORATIVE SPIRIT
We embrace teamwork, knowledge sharing, & supporting each other's growth
CONTINUOUS LEARNING
We believe growth is an endless journey and we're always evolving as artists!
CLIENT FOCUS
Our clients are at the heart of everything we do. We strive to exceed expectations and create an experience that is supportive
ATTENTION TO DETAIL
We pour our hearts into every aspect of our clients' experience and final product
PERSONAL TOUCH
We approach each event with care and personalization, from pre-shoot planning throughout the editing process
The Process
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“ Hiring Katie & her team will go down as one of the best decisions we made throughout the entire wedding planning process “
THE PROCESSWhen you choose Kreate Photography, you're stepping into a realm where professionalism meets personalization. We understand that being an exceptional wedding photographer goes far beyond just capturing outstanding images. Our commitment to you is unwavering and begins with our very first interaction.
We believe in the power of relationships, storytelling, and honoring each client's unique love through images that embody the senses.
Step 1: Fill out our inquiry form to get the ball rolling!
Chat on the phone with Katie to learn more and go over all of the details
Receive a custom proposal that fits all of your needs
Experience a seamless booking process
Onboarding time! Katie will guide you through each stage of your experience from the day you book through the pre-wedding planning
Wedding Day! Get ready for a flawless, fun, and empowering experience where you are 1000% in the moment because you trust us COMPLETELY
3-Week Post Wedding: Highlight Reel! Receive a large sneak peek collection to hold you over while our editing team makes magic…
8-12 weeks post wedding: receive a private, fine art gallery with all of your most treasured memories in one place
Albums, prints, and products are all available a la carte!
Future: Hire us for your milestone events so we can continue building on our incredible relationship together, where you will feel joyful and relaxed in the present moment because you trust us with your more cherished life experiences.
Questions & Answers
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KIND. ENTHUSIASTIC. AMBITIOUS. COMPASSIONATE.
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Please check out my Press + Publications page! We’ve been featured in 30+ magazines and publications including San Francisco Magazine (print), Green Wedding Shoes, Junebug Weddings, Grey Likes Weddings, 100 Layer Cake, BOHO Bride, Venuelust, Wedding Chicks, and many more. You can also hear more about what other couples have to say with over 200 5-star reviews. text goes here
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Katie is a seasoned photographer with a passion for creating genuine experiences through her work. With over 15 years of experience in the wedding industry, she has been published in numerous magazines and publications and has maintained over 250 five-star reviews. Fostering strong client relationships is the foundation of her business, and her mission is to ensure that each client's experience is as unique as they are, reflected through their images.
MEET the FOUNDER + LEAD PHOTOGRAPHERHello there! I’m Katie, The Founder Of Kreate Photography
I shot my first wedding in Guatemala in 2007 and haven’t looked back. I’m humbled to say that I’ve been published in over 30 magazines, publications, and/or online blogs over the 15+ years and have maintained 250+ five-star reviews and counting. LET'S CONNECT!xx, Katie + the Kreate Team
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