aBOUT
Photographer / ARTIST / Creative Director / MENTOR
WELCOME TO MY SLIVER OF THE INTERNET
I'm Katie Monroe, a seasoned commercial, lifestyle, and brand photographer based in Sonoma, proudly serving the entire San Francisco Bay Area and destination locations
With over 15+ years of experience as a photographer, I've had the incredible opportunity to photograph businesses and entrepreneurs in various industries such as health, fitness, coaching, product, beauty, food, wine, hospitality, and the service-based industry.
Your online presence is more important than ever, and your brand imagery must differentiate your approach, process, or product from others in your industry immediately.
Photography is the first impression that your potential customers get of your brand. And, it’s your first opportunity to set yourself apart. Make it count! Consistent, beautiful, high-end brand photography creates brand trust, recognition, and perceived value.
My collaborative + holistic approach ensures we create brand imagery that converts across all channels, every single time. We will craft a visual narrative that gets you seen, discovered, and connected to the right audience.
Working together means building trust so you radiate confidence and feel empowered and at ease (during the pre-shoot planning AND in front of the camera). Working together means each touch point in your journey counts. I have an approach that will support you and guide you every step of the way!
Working together will result in a comprehensive collection of brand photography that will effortlessly build trust with your target audience, cultivate an immediate connection between your brand + ideal clients, set you apart from your competition (even in a saturated market and economic uncertainty), and lastly….. visually communicate your value. I believe that your brand imagery should support your marketing efforts in a thoughtful, dynamic, and evergreen way.
Building strong client relationships and maintaining open lines of communication are at the core of my work. Your experience will not only be fluid, but it will also be fun.
I’m positive, energetic, and passionate. I bring enthusiasm and earnestness to my clients and my work environments. It’s my top priority that your brand imagery supports all of your marketing efforts and that your experience is empowering and unforgettable.
When I'm not busy on-location shooting, I cherish spending quality time with my husband, baby boy and my adorable 3-year-old daughter, and our loved ones. Hosting epic dinner parties is my jam, cooking is another creative outlet I love. Surrounding myself with nature, tackling creative projects, and soaking up moments with the people who mean the most to me.
Let's work together to capture what sets you apart from the rest.
You deserve to be seen & discovered.
Let’s collaborate on imagery that works for you, not against you.

My Promise to You
HIGH-QUALITY WORK
Variety + Precision
PROMPT COMMUNICATION
A Positive, Empowering Experience
A STAND-OUT BRAND
FOUNDER, LEAD PHOTOGRAPHER
Building strong client relationships and maintaining open lines of communication are at the core of my work…
Your experience will not only be fluid, but it will also be fun. I’m positive, energetic, and passionate. I bring enthusiasm and earnestness to my clients and my work environments. It’s my top priority that your brand imagery supports all of your marketing efforts and that your experience is empowering and unforgettable.
I’m all about…
MY CORE VALUES + WHAT I LIVE BY
01 EMPOWERMENT
02 BALANCE
03 STRATEGY + SYSTEMS
04 LIMITLESS POTENTIAL
05 COMMUNITY
06 MENTAL & PHYSICAL WELL-BEING
MEET YOUR NEW MARKETING PARTNER & HYPE GIRL, KATIE
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PHOTOGRAPHER
2008 marked the beginning of my long and beautiful journey as a photographer. Cheers to 15 years! Kreate Photography (my baby) expanded to the commercial/brand sector a few years later and I've had a skilled and talented team ever since.
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MAMA & FAMILY GAL
I have a 3-year-old daughter + 4-month-old baby boy who motivate me every. single. day. Nothing has been more motivating in my career than motherhood. Family first, always.
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MENTOR + COACH
After I finally cracked the code and discovered the right formulas for running and growing a photography business without perpetual burnout, I began mentoring. I started 1:1 and group mentorship in 2017.
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HYPE GIRL
Nothing brings me more JOY than supporting other creative entrepreneurs on their journey. I believe in community over competition, there is enough to go around! I lift others up and cannot wait to learn more about you!
WE PROMISE WHAT WE VALUE
OUR PROMISE TO YOU
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PROMPT COMMUNICATION FROM OUR PRE-SHOOT CONSULTATION THROUGH PRODUCTION & DELIVERY
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VARIETY, PRECISION + TECHNICAL EXCELLENCE
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POSITIVE CLIENT EXPERIENCES ARE AT THE CORE OF OUR SUCCESS
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HIGH-QUALITY PHOTOGRAPHS THAT CAPTURE THE ESSENCE OF YOUR BRAND + BUSINESS
We welcome & celebrate ALL races, ALL religions, ALL countries of origin, ALL sexual orientations, & ALL genders expressions here
THE KREATE COLLECTIVE: COACHING + MENTORSHIP
I help photographers build successful + sustainable businesses that thrive
My programs are created for photographers who are seeking a roadmap to habits, systems + workflows that will fuel sustainable growth in their photography business. There is space in this community just for you and I am here to walk alongside you every step of the way.
Client List + Publications
7x7 Magazine
Plenty Flora
Omiana Cosmetics
Double Rainbow Ice Cream
Pure Barre
Compass
Verity Sonoma, Luminly
The Empty Plate
Absolute Extracts
Strozzi Institute
Clear Club
Anywhere Outpost
Average to Elite
Libra Studios
Meghan Stevenson Books + Publishing
Average to Elite
Tipping Point Community
Alonzo King Ballet
LINES
Rapt Productions
Dance Magazine
Lash Co
Dance Teacher Magazine
Pilates V, Rise Lean
Acacia SF
Libra Studios
Heather Day Art
Tricia Rissman Art
Spacious App
MPX Pilates Silicon Valley
Everscale Ad Agency
Ignite Your Soul Brand
Sonoma Brothers Distillery
Aalto Real Estate
Dwell Magazine
the Essential Guide
Rue Magazine
Expertise
Verité Published
San Francisco Chronicle
Sonoma Magazine
Eater SF
Trinity Properties
X Core Pilates
Inner Resonance
Sephora
Core Power Yoga
Pure Barre
Doctor on Demand
Spacious App
Venuelust
Costa Brown Architecture
CA State Parks
Gloria Ferrer Winery
Everviolet
San Francisco Magazine
Strava App
MCS Construction
Coldwell Banker
The Human Reach
Our WORK Is Fueled By EXPERIENCE + Strategy
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