TRAVEL, HOTEL, & LIFESTYLE PHOTOGRAPHER
hey there
I'm Karlie
I'm a photographer with a passion for authentically capturing the beauty of incredible destinations through story-driven photography. And while my entrepreneurial journey began as a brand and website designer, I'm simply an all-around creative at heart, which led me to photography.
Even back when I was just snapping photos on my phone with friends, my goal has always been the same: to preserve the feeling of a moment, a place, or a time. Call me sentimental, but what I love most about photography is its ability to capture not just how something looks, but how it feels to be there. Whether it’s the inviting warmth of a boutique hotel, the charm of a cozy Airbnb, or the natural beauty of a national park.
And that's what I want to do for you — give you photos that not just display your destination, but show others what it's actually like to be there.
And if we're lucky, it'll make them want to come feel it for themselves.
what I do
Like I said, I love capturing photos that tell a story.
At the end of the day, my goal is to showcase your space in a way that feels authentic, lived-in, and real. My goal is not just to show off a space, but give people an idea of what their experience could be like. I also have a passion for photographing natural landscapes, so if your destination is nestled near a state or national park, that’s even better.
I specialize in creating photography that is warm, inviting, and filled with life—images that don’t just show how a place looks, but how it feels to be there. I’d love to work with hotels, vacation rentals, resorts, local businesses, national or state parks, and even tourism organizations—anyone who’s looking to inspire others to visit and fall in love with their space.
I'm currently based in Columbus, Ohio, but I’m happy to travel wherever your project takes me.
how I got here
Photography started as something simple for me — a way to capture memories from my travels and experiences.
Like many people, I began by snapping pictures just for myself, holding onto moments that felt important. Now, I'm hoping to share those photos with those who can use them to bring new love to these destinations.
Recently, we made a big move to Ohio, and I’ve been falling in love with the beauty of this state. The landscapes here are incredible, and I’m excited to explore more of what Ohio (and its neighbors) have to offer.
So here I am, ready to work with hotels, Airbnbs, and local businesses to capture the essence of their locations and invite others to experience it for themselves.
where I'm from
My heart is a bit scattered when it comes to where I’m from. I grew up in a small town near Asheville, North Carolina, surrounded by the Appalachian mountains. There’s something about the cool shade of forest pines and the smell of leaves that will always feel like home.
In high school, my family moved to Western Kentucky, which became another kind of home. It’s where I made lifelong friends, met my husband, and grew into adulthood. Now, I’m living in Ohio, happy to be a bit closer to my Appalachian roots and explore that terrain once again.
I think moving from my NC home gave me a deep appreciation of just how sentimental a place can be at an early age. And that connection is what drives my passion for preserving the beauty of places through my photography.