Join me on another creative project! I decided to create a new aggregator page on Instagram, featuring the creators of New Zealand in art, fashion and design…

There is nothing more satisfying than bringing your dreams to life. In this article I share how I developed my strengths and nurtured my passions to make them my profession…

What is the creative process to becoming inspired, and how can it work for you? In this blog post I share with you the creative process behind this Easter photoshoot including my research, outfit, styling, makeup, and photography. I break down what the five steps of the creative process are, and how I use them plus three tips and tricks!

Super glam, super cute, super PINK!

A uniquely beautiful way to add vibrant colour to your photographs is to work with flowers. During the spring and summer months this is a great time of year to find the best spots, and try out these tricks!

What is natural light? Captured at the beautiful Hamilton Gardens this article includes: Types of natural light, some natural light photographers well worth following and learning from, and a few of the basic natural light setups with instructions. Finally, I’ll cover the dos and don’ts of working with natural light along with the most important tips and tricks…

Let’s get started with the first article in this series for ’The Photo Studio’ beginning with the basics! Every artist needs good brushes and a blank canvas, and a photographer is no different. Read on to find out what tools you need to create beautiful images, and how to use them!

Fashion is a raw and honest way of communicating with the world who I am and what matters to me. So now, I am currently working on a new collection for my new label ‘Katie Marvel’…

Whether you create your own portraits or have booked a professional photographer, there are a few things to keep in mind when preparing for your next photoshoot…