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  • HELLO and WELCOME!

    Take a quick look around, and I think you'll get a pretty good feel for me, Katie Anderson. I adore precious little newborns, pregnant mamas, and everything 'baby.' When it comes to my work, nothing is more rewarding than to look at a thread of comments and see one complimenting my photography and the next ignoring it completely and ogling over the sleeping angel or smiling beauty pictured above. That's when I know I've hit the mark!

    When it comes to the rest of my life, I love my husband and am shamelessly obsessed with my one-year-old. No doubt you'll see this busy girl's strawberry-blonde hair and button nose brighten this screen from time to time!

    Thanks for visiting, and I hope you'll be in touch soon! We may even have something in common:

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SYDNEY ONE YEAR | PORTLAND BABY PHOTOGRAPHER

Sydney is almost one!  Where did this tiny squishy newborn go??  She has grown up into a sweet baby girl!  I so enjoyed catching up with this family.  Sydney’s birthday party is coming up and I hope it’s her best one yet! ; )

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May 15, 2012 - 12:08 PM

Rebeka Self - Thanks for the sneak peak Katie! I love the photos so far – you captured a lot of Sydney’s many expressions! :)

May 16, 2012 - 9:29 AM

Kristin Belisle - We love Sydney! She’s such a perfect mix of her mama and her daddy and you captured that perfectly, Katie!

May 16, 2012 - 2:58 PM

Ana - Love, love, love, love, love! Yep…that’s my comment..nothing but love every photo!! Thanks so much for sending!

May 16, 2012 - 9:56 PM

Sara - Great pictures! I have an adorable little niece with such cute expressions. Love the pics of her and daddy, plus the high chair makes a great prop :)

May 17, 2012 - 7:15 AM

Lindsay - Sydney is such a beautiful girl! Love the family photo!

May 17, 2012 - 11:12 AM

Megan - Love all the pictures!Sydney is so adorable in all the photos! I cant believe that she is almost one!

NATALIE | PORTLAND NEWBORN PHOTOGRAPHER

Congratulations Andrew and Cathy!

Their baby girl, Natalie, has arrived.  I photographed her when she was 12 days old at her home.  This sweet girl loved to be swaddled, held, and gave me a few of her precious smiles.  And you gotta love those chubby cheeks!

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May 10, 2012 - 10:47 PM

Amy - i LOVE the one with the dog! That is fantastic!

May 11, 2012 - 11:17 AM

amy marr - such a cutie! love the little hat.

May 11, 2012 - 11:21 AM

Shar - OMG! They are the sweetest photos ever!! So precious!

May 11, 2012 - 11:27 AM

Kelly - Incredible pictures! Natalie is beautiful.

May 11, 2012 - 11:31 AM

Phyllis Parrington - Oh my! The pictures are terrific, Natalie is a delicious little dumpling…I simply can’t get over how much she looks like you (think I’m blinded by othermother love?)

May 11, 2012 - 4:10 PM

Sarah Jump - What sweet memories! And adorable photos ! Congratulations!

May 11, 2012 - 7:42 PM

jessica - what a dumpling! i repeat phyllis’ comments:)

May 12, 2012 - 8:01 AM

Rosemary Lynch - The photos are precious. She is a sweet pea!!
Rosemary(GMA)

May 12, 2012 - 8:08 AM

Kevin Lynch - Andrew looks so forlorned. Enjoy your three girls.

May 12, 2012 - 8:12 AM

Rose Mendolia - She is pretty.

Great Grandma Rose

May 13, 2012 - 3:20 PM

Helene - These photographs are absolutely beautiful. I especially like Andrew and Natalie, nose to nose. What a cutie!

May 14, 2012 - 8:18 AM

Uncle Sean - Love the picture of the three of you in the bottom left!

May 14, 2012 - 12:09 PM

Vivian Lewis - wonderful pictures!! Good luck to you all

May 14, 2012 - 8:56 PM

Jonathan Erickson - What a beautiful family. So much love in these photos!

May 14, 2012 - 9:04 PM

Juanette Griffith - Congratulations. She’s beautiful just like her parents!

May 15, 2012 - 6:45 AM

Cousins Joan & John - You can see the love in Mommy & Daddy’s faces….and Baby Natalie is so beautiful…Congratulations

May 16, 2012 - 10:32 AM

The Thiessens - Gorgeous all around!Congrats to Cathy, Andrew AND Bella. :)

May 16, 2012 - 11:09 AM

Kathy Knutson - Wonderful pictures – congratulations!

May 16, 2012 - 12:58 PM

Brian Knutson - Pictures are adorable and amazing! Congrats you two, can’t wait to meet and see little Natalie in person someday!

AMITY | 18 MONTHS

Our sweet baby girl just turned 18 months today.  This little gal is a Pistol!!  Her speech is probably through the roof for her age,  she will repeat just about anything you throw at her and is rampantly pointing things out by name.  Today two school buses drove by and she promptly pointed and said, “Busss!  Busss!”  Our favorite thing is to ask her, “What’s your name?”  to which she replies, “Mini!!”  And then we ask, “How old are you?”  and she says, “Wone!”

She constantly asks for walks outside, loves worms, birds, dogs, well really any creature.  She is a fun loving spunky little thing and we can’t get enough of her (but don’t think she doesn’t drive me crazy sometimes! haha).  Tonight we took her to her favorite dinner, sushi, to celebrate her half birthday.  She is going to be able to out-eat us at sushi in no time.

We’ve been putting her on the potty from time to time, talking about it, and one of her favorite books is about the Potty.  Tonight before her bath I held her up on it (she didn’t want to use her small one on the floor she wanted to sit on the real deal), Greg turned on the water faucet and sang her a song and low and behold….tinkle tinkle!  Can you believe that?!  I couldn’t.  18 months!  A Huge grin broke out over her face.  I was totally freaking out, Greg remaining much more calm.  I let her “wipe” and then she got to flush the toilet and we said good-bye to the pee-pee LOL.

We took these photos at Laurelhurst park just one week ago on that gorgeous weekend we had.  Let me tell you…18 months is a HARD age to photograph.  All I have to say is thank goodness for mini-marshmallows.  Can you see her signing “Please” in one of the photos?  Of course I forgot my tripod, so none of the three of us together.  Sigh.  Next time : )

Happy Half Birthay Sweet Pea!  We love you.   –Dada & Mama

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April 30, 2012 - 9:38 PM

Paula Sorensen - OMG look at how big she is getting!! And I loved your stories about her!! She’s just so darn cute!! :)

April 30, 2012 - 9:40 PM

Katie - Thank you, Paula!! I can’t believe how big she is now. So crazy.

April 30, 2012 - 9:45 PM

Stephanie - Amity is such a cutie!!! Beautiful pictures, as always, and once again you are showing off your beautiful hair!!! Thanks for sharing!

May 1, 2012 - 12:12 AM

Andrya cooper - What a sweet girl. Beautiful photos. Laurelhurst park is right by our house- we were just up walking there tonight actually! Next time you guys are around you should let us know!

May 1, 2012 - 7:54 AM

Bethany Fegles - She is SO cute and I loved reading her big girl update!!! Go Amity Go! And Happy 18 months to you and Greg too! :)

May 1, 2012 - 8:06 AM

Emily - Love it!! She’s such a spunky girl!

May 1, 2012 - 8:38 AM

Gina - She has the most beautiful smile, gets me every time :) Such a precious little girl. Happy 18 months Amity!

May 1, 2012 - 9:32 AM

Shonda - She’s beautiful! And her speech is amazing! I have an 18 month old, and she’s running verbal laps around him! Beautiful work, Katie…and thanks for the mini marshmallow tip :)

May 1, 2012 - 9:35 AM

Mairsa McKenney - Katie,
You and Amity are so precious! I love these photos. The one of Amity should win an award. Hey, if you ever need me to take a few photos of you with Amity and your Husband (you set up the Nikon …F Stop, etc) just let me know and it would be my pleasure. I want to make sure that you have photos with your family too. Hugs. Marisa McKenney

May 2, 2012 - 9:49 PM

Amy - She’s changing so fast and so much! Just adorable!!! love you guys! xo

LAURA | PORTLAND MATERNITY PHOTOGRAPHER

Last weekend was abnormally gorgeous and warm here in Portland, OR.  And the good weather lasted into Monday for my maternity session with Laura.  We met at the Hoyt Arboretum to take these on the Magnolia Trail.  I was pretty sure they would still be in bloom and was thrilled to find them in full effect.  Laura and Phil were so sweet to work with.  They are ready to welcome this little girl into their family!

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April 29, 2012 - 9:10 AM

Laura Bretsch - Katie. These photos are absolutely gorgeous! I love every one of them. You’re an amazing photographer with a very special gift. Phil and I are so lucky to have found you!

April 29, 2012 - 10:10 AM

Hayley and Dallas - The pictures are beautiful! Made us smile ! You two are going to make wonderful parents and a beautiful baby girl! Can’t wait to meet her!

April 29, 2012 - 10:20 AM

Shay and Scott - The pictures are so beautiful! They really capture the love you feel for each other and your new addition. We are so excited for you both.

April 29, 2012 - 10:33 AM

Sara Stuppiello - Ahh! So beautiful!! U look amazing Laura &grandma Phil ur so handsome too!! I’m SO excited to meet my already beautiful niece.. I love you both!
Auntie Sara

April 29, 2012 - 10:58 AM

Erin and Daniel - Beautiful pictures! It is so nice that you are able to capture this amazing time for you both. We are so excited for you and can’t wait to meet your beautiful little girl!

April 29, 2012 - 12:53 PM

Laura Stevens - OMG! These pictures are so beautiful! They made me cry! Love you so much!
Mom

April 29, 2012 - 4:16 PM

Cynthia Pauly - These are wonderful! So exciting to anticipate the arrival of your precious gift from God. with love and prayers~

April 29, 2012 - 5:39 PM

Karole ampe - Absolutely fabulous. So excited such a miracle joy and gift from god. Beautiful work!!!

April 29, 2012 - 7:50 PM

Paula Fehlman - I absolutely love your pictures! So peaceful and elegant! You can feel your love through the pictures. I’m so excited for you both! You are so blessed.

April 29, 2012 - 9:29 PM

Sally Bretsch - You are definitely glowing ~ both of you! We are so happy and excited for you. It won’t be long now! We love you and are anxious to see you. Sal and Dad

April 29, 2012 - 9:34 PM

Samantha - These photos are so beautiful! I don’t think you could have found a more perfect spot to have had your pictures taken. Your photographer did such a fabulous job! Such a beautiful soft feeling I get while looking at these. Both you and Phil look so happy and at ease. She sure captured the moment. I love you both and can’t wait to meet this blessing from God that you two have created.

April 29, 2012 - 11:02 PM

Cory Bretsch - Amazing photos. Since when did you two become models? My favorites are the black and white — so natural!

April 30, 2012 - 6:46 AM

Dave Bretsch - A beautiful mommy, a handsome daddy and a wonderful family – great pictures which capture your happiness and joy. Better get ready, that bambina looks like she’s just about ready to pop out & start the party! Love you guys lots – Dad & Sal

April 30, 2012 - 7:38 AM

Pam Carlson - Y’all look HAPPY :) Beautiful pictures. We are happy for you both. We love you Uncle Craig & Aunt Pam :)

April 30, 2012 - 8:26 AM

Kendra - Love these. Your photographer did an amazing job capturing the moment. You and Phil look so happy and proud. I can’t wait to meet the little one. My favorite is the very last picture. Love love love it!

April 30, 2012 - 9:04 AM

jim Ampe - Great pictures! Wow, everyday brings more excitement & wonderful memories to share..It will be nice to share pictures from this time period with Baby as she gets older to see how Mommy and Daddy & everyone is & were eagerly waiting her arrival…..
Love you
Dadumpa is Excited!!

CATHY | PORTLAND MATERNITY PHOTOGRAPHER

Waiting, waiting, waiting for baby.  And actually this little gal should be arriving any day now!  I’m excited to meet this little one and I’m sure her mom, dad and doggie can hardly stand the wait.  We took these maternity portraits at the E’s home in Portland, Oregon.  It was drizzly when I got there and sunny when I left…typical Oregon weather.  Okay, I leave you with this beautiful mama and like the rest of you await the good news! : )

xo, Katie

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April 15, 2012 - 3:14 PM

Karen - Beautiful. Cant wait to meet her. Miss you.

April 16, 2012 - 9:59 AM

Henrietta A Erickson - Absolutely beautiful photos. Anxiously waiting for the baby girl’s arrival.

April 16, 2012 - 11:46 AM

rosemary lynch - Looking forward to meeting the newest member of the family!!!!

April 16, 2012 - 3:54 PM

Steve Raspotnik - Love the look on doggies face..boy, is he in for a surprise!

April 19, 2012 - 9:41 AM

Nancy Prohaska - Loved the photos,just beautiful. Just can’t wait for the news!

WREN | PORTLAND NEWBORN PHOTOGRAPHER

Little Wren was a pleasure to work with!  We did lots of rocking to fall asleep, but I enjoyed it and her mama and grandmother were so nice to spend the morning with.  Her wakefulness also gave us some gorgeous shots of her eyes.  Not all newborns look this great with their eyes open ; )  Congratulations on your perfect little girl!

I hope you all have a wonderful Easter weekend with your families and friends!

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April 8, 2012 - 12:47 PM

Valerie V. Evans - Katie’s patience and expertise as she worked with Wren were truly impressive! She has a magic touch with babies and seems to know just what to do to soothe and encourage “just one more” pose!! And . . . the proof is certainly in the pudding!!! Look at these wonderful images of Little Miss Wren!!!

It was a delightful and amazing to watch Katie as she demonstrated her skills as the “Baby Whisperer”!

[Wren's Grammy]

April 8, 2012 - 1:57 PM

Joe Evans - Great photos of the cutest little person! I get to cuddle with her and hold her tomorrow.

April 8, 2012 - 7:55 PM

linda griffin - These are the most beautiful baby portraits I have ever seen! She is beautiful!! Takes my breath away!

April 8, 2012 - 9:02 PM

Patrick Cole - Beautiful baby!

April 9, 2012 - 4:31 AM

Craig Gurney - What a precious little pixie! The photos are wonderful.
You all are blessed.

April 9, 2012 - 6:42 AM

Jan Sieving - These fabulous photos are almost as beautiful as little Baby Wren. Congratulations on life’s greatest blessing!

April 9, 2012 - 8:00 AM

Crystal Kryza - I love this child. I can not wait to hold her in my arms:)

April 9, 2012 - 8:38 AM

Cindy Arnold - What a precious little baby…absolutely stunning and adorable!!!

April 9, 2012 - 9:06 AM

Linda Dewey - What a gorgeous baby! I am so jealous and cannot wait to be a grandma. Congratulations to the family.

April 9, 2012 - 10:48 AM

David Arnold - A beautiful little girl! Congratulations

April 9, 2012 - 11:39 AM

Peg Garrison - These are amazing pictures! The photographer had a great model. Wren is beautiful.

April 9, 2012 - 12:26 PM

Linda Greene - Congratulations to Mommy, Daddy, Gramps and Gram

Welcome Wren – I am excited you joined us. Your gramps and gram will take GOOD care of you. I know because I am a gram. You are beautiful and I hope you become a very successful young lady.

Parents and Grandparents: I only wish we had a photographer in our area to take impressive photos. I enjoyed every one of them.

God bless you all

April 10, 2012 - 11:42 AM

Lorraine Craik - Joe,

What beautiful and touching photos of the gift of life.

Thank you for sharing.

Lorraine Craik

April 10, 2012 - 12:07 PM

Brittany Bowers - What a beautiful baby! She is very lucky to have grandparents like Valerie and Joe to love and spoil her.

April 10, 2012 - 12:19 PM

Francine Birklid - New baby smell… little baby fingers and toes… the purity of a little one who’s life rests in your hands. Such a blessing for all of you, enjoy this time while you can because it goes by so fast!

April 11, 2012 - 8:03 AM

Jude Soderberg - Beautiful baby! Beautiful photographs!
Wren’s grandmama

April 14, 2012 - 6:58 PM

Patrick Carroll - Beautiful baby and great photos!!