I help established wedding photographers create sustainable businesses with bulletproof foundations, mindset shifts, and systems that actually stick.
I've been where you are—booked solid but burning out, making great money but feeling trapped by my own success.
After building a six-figure photography business, I learned the hard way that being busy isn't the same as being profitable. And being profitable isn't the same as being fulfilled.
The real game-changer? Building the foundations, systems, and mindset that let you work less while earning more. I've helped dozens of photographers do exactly this, and now I want to help you too.
I went from being deeply dissatisfied at a desk job, to using photography to build my dream life. This course allowed me to deeply rethink my relationship with money and rethink how I've been investing my time and energy. Katelyn teaches from experience and is one of the most genuine human's you'll meet.
– Gen, Ascend Graduate (now full-time photographer)
The Creative Realm is your enchanted destination for building a photography business that actually works for your life. Discover the support, systems, and strategies to stop feeling overwhelmed and start running a business that supports you.
With 6 months of guided support, community, and confidence-building, you'll transform your relationship with your business into something that feels as solid as it looks, without leaving behind the success you've already built.
Self-paced courses and resources designed for photographers and creatives who are ready to take the first step toward a more sustainable, creative business, on their own schedule, and at their own pace.
Hey, maybe you don’t need a full mastermind to figure out your next move. You just need a few powerful Voxer conversations, a mapped-out plan, and the kind of un-Googleable answers that usually take months to find, fast-tracked.
Each Thursday, I'll send you a dose of permission, perspective, and practical magic to help you build a creative business that lights you up and supports the life you truly desire.
Inside this ever-growing collection of tools, templates, and trainings, you’ll find the clarity, perspective, and practical magic to move forward—freely explore, download what you need, and return anytime.
You're tired of working harder instead of smarter—ready for systems that actually save you time.
You know there's a better way to run your business, but you need someone who gets it to show you how.
You're done saying yes to projects that drain you just because you're afraid to turn down money.
Every "yes" to the wrong client means less time and energy for the work that actually lights you up and pays what you're worth.
You want to make confident decisions about pricing, boundaries, and your business direction without the constant second-guessing.
You're tired of googling "what should I charge" and comparing yourself to other photographers instead of trusting your own expertise.
"Ascend helped me get clear on what truly matters in my business. As a creative, it's easy to get swept up in ideas and inspiration, which can sometimes leave me feeling scattered. This program helped me understand the power of structure."
"Within the first few months, I had raised my packages by about $2k and booked five weddings at my new pricing (including one at the highest I've ever booked - $9k!)."
"Since signing up, I have booked weddings at higher rates and can see clear growth within my business. I know the tools Katelyn has provided will help continue growing my business long after our 6 months together."
Throughout the process of building a business that supports my life (not the other way around), I've prioritized systems and also made a profit along the way.
I share everything because it would've changed my trajectory to know then what I know now. What started as wedding photography has grown into a multi-faceted business that helps other photographers build their dream businesses without burning out.
Nothing is off limits. I'm here to help you thrive.
Your photography skills aren't the problem. Your business foundation is.
Stop spending another weekend editing while your friends are living their lives. Stop saying yes to clients who drain your energy just because you're afraid to turn down money. Stop googling "what should I charge" instead of trusting your expertise.
