Hi, nice to meet you! I'm Kayla.
Your Hype Girl with a Camera
I'm so happy you're here!
GET TO KNOW ME
I'm a Pittsburgh-based photographer who's all about connection, confidence, and creating images that make you feel as incredible as you are. I believe photography is more than just pretty pictures; it's storytelling, it's emotion, and it's about capturing the real you in your real moments.
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I've been photographing professionally since late 2017, but my passion for it began much earlier. Back in the day, I used to snap photos of my backyard through my bedroom window, or head outside to capture flowers and little scenes that caught my eye. I didn't know it yet, but those simple moments were where it all began. My grandfather loved photography, and I think that passion quietly found its way into me as well.
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One moment that changed everything was when a friend asked me to tag along on a shoot. I ended up in front of the camera, and when I saw the photos afterward, I thought, "Wow... I look good." That one experience sparked something huge in me. I knew I wanted to give that same feeling to other people, to show them how beautiful and powerful they really are.
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Since then, I've carved out a cinematic style, empowering, storytelling-focused, and often infused with fashion-editorial vibes. I'm self-taught, passionate, and always inspired by emotion and connection.
FUN FACTS ABOUT ME
DISNEY & BROADWAY GIRL
Disney and musicals have always had a hold on me, and honestly, I wouldn't have it any other way. I've been to Disney a few times and every trip feels magical, no matter how old I get. I'm also a huge Broadway fan, Wicked is hands-down one of my favorites, and I could listen to the Hamilton soundtrack on repeat all day. Whether it's a stage show or a movie, I'm all in for the music, the drama, and the feels.
THRIFT STORE OBSESSED
Thrifting is one of my favorite things to do. It's part of creativity, part treasure hunt, and I live for those "omg, this is so me" moments when I find something unique. Whether I'm shopping for cozy layers, a fun accessory, or props for a session, I'd choose secondhand over brand new any day. It's a whole vibe and a little piece of my personality.
HOMEBODY AT HEART
My quiet nights at home with my boyfriend and our cats are everything to me. We're big on the little things, movies on the couch, porch talks, takeout, or just relaxing together. It's not complicated or overdone, it's calm, it's real, and it's my favorite kind of peace.
WHAT SETS ME APART
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I create an experience, not just a session.
With me, it's more than showing up and smiling for the camera. I bring the energy, the direction, the music, the comfort, everything to make it feel effortless and fun. I want every session to feel like a creative hangout where you're hyped up, care for, and fully seen.
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I help people feel beautiful, not just look it.
My goal isn't just to get good photos of you, it's to help you see yourself differently. I guide you every step of the way, pose you naturally, and make sure you walk away feeling confident, proud, and celebrated for exactly who you are.
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I'm a hype girl and a storyteller.
I bring high energy, positive vibes, and real connection into every shoot. But I also slow down when it matters. I want to capture the in-between, the genuine, and the emotional, the kind of images that make you feel something years from now.