Bride and groom smiling and holding drinks at their wedding reception with colorful blue lighting.

cue the happy tears

All the little moments that make the big day

feel the love
Two young women sitting face to face in golden wheat field with sunlit hills in background.

one for the books

Relaxed, real, and totally you

make the grade
Smiling family of four sitting on living room floor with newborn and toddler.

Chaos Looks Good on You

Real life, real laughs, really good photos

see the magic
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let's make it a party!

Big moments deserve more than a phone pic

join the fun
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Stop the scroll

You built something amazing, let's show it off!

tell me more
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Based in Portland, Oregon. Available Worldwide.


PHOTOS THAT FEEL LIKE YOU START TO FINISH


Making photographic magic is easy.

Just relax & be in the moment.

That’s all there is to it!

Portland, OR Photographer

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Choose Your Own Adventure

Your story starts here: portraits, weddings, branding, and events in Portland and beyond.

Path 1: I Do's
Wedding photography by Katie Hickenbottom

The moments you'll relive again and again.

Weddings
Path 2: Milestone Years
Family and portrait photography by Katie Hickenbottom

Your people. Your story. Told beautifully.

Portraits
Path 3: Seniors
Senior portrait photography by Katie Hickenbottom

Senior year, but make it iconic.

Seniors
Path 4: Your Brand, Elevated
Branding photography by Katie Hickenbottom

Photos that work as hard as you do.

Branding
Path 5: Big Event Energy
Event photography by Katie Hickenbottom

From keynote to happy hour. Every moment matters.

Events

Meet your photographer

 

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Hey there! I’m Katie, a Portland-based wedding and portrait photographer who believes the best photos happen in the in-between moments: the giggles between poses, the windblown hair, the way your eyes light up when you laugh. That’s the magic I love to capture.


Photography isn’t just my job, it’s my joy. I create a relaxed, pressure-free experience so you can be you. Whether you’re booking your first-ever session or you’re back for another round of fun, I’m here to help you feel confident, comfortable, and seen.

Learn More about me!
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Client Love

“There are hardly words to describe how grateful we are to have worked with Katie! She captured our wedding day in a way that absolutely exceeded our hopes and expectations. She was so easy to work with, super flexible, super communicative, super helpful. She helped us get organized and advised us in ways to help the day run smoothly (both from a photography perspective and from a general logistics point of view as well). Her turn around time on photos was exceptionally quick and we have loved seeing our day through her lens. We cannot recommend Katie enough!!”

Jenny & John, Portland, Oregon

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Bride and groom joyfully swinging on large outdoor swings surrounded by tall trees and flowers.
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