martinis and olives for editorial shoot

CLIENTS, COVERS & MUSIC

Here you'll find a rotating gallery that spans both private & commercial client projects followed by the raw energy of live music and events. Enjoy exploring authentic imagery that captures the pulse of every moment.

  • A business man poses in his office for a portrait

    LILLY, LLP

  • guests take in the harbor views in Santa Barbara at Brophy Bros.

    BROPHY BROS | GRC GROUP

  • jewelry ad of woman surrounded by plants wearing green necklace

    ECUGREEN

  • Bright beach view living room in Ventura Hills

    PARKER SHAW REAL ESTATE

  • Cheerleaders at Oxnard event on cover of local magazine

    VISIT OXNARD

  • Bartender giving a fresh squeeze of lime to signature cocktail, ad

    BROPHY BROS | GRC GROUP

  • Portrait of yoga instructor, ad

    PORTSIDE LIVING COMMUNITY

  • fitness coach works out on beach at sunset

    VENTURA STRENGTH TRANING

  • man shocked at his sizable meal at diner

    FARMER BOY DINER | GRC GROUP

  • retail space rental photo shooot

    VENTURA PORT DISTRICT

  • Summer scene at On the Alley

    ON THE ALLEY | GRC GROUP

  • Guitars hang on the walls of local shop

    GUITAR 48

flames for background effect

Music Photography

Hands down, your imagery has to be authentic to your soul!

Individual or group, location or studio

~ live performance photography available

Another amazing night behind the lens! Killer Queen rocked the historic Granada Theater, thanks to Gray Stone Promotions. Honored to document the magic

Amazing light show casts green light on crowd below in Santa Barbara

Sound & Vision: Capturing the Energy of Live Music & Artist Portraits

Capturing the essence of live performances means stepping into the energy of the moment—feeling the pulse of the crowd, the intensity of the lights, and the raw emotion of the music. The best images come from being immersed in the experience, seeing through the audience's eyes while framing the artist in their element. Beyond the stage, music portraits for promotional use or album covers must convey more than just a look—they need to reflect the grit, vibe, and attitude that define the artist’s sound and story.

Promotional image for Jefferson Starship playing at the Granada
back stage shot at the Killer Queen show in Santa Barbara

Greystone productions Summer Series at the legendary Granada Theater in Santa Barbara, featuring unforgettable performances by The Marshall Tucker Band, Jefferson Airplane, and Killer Queen.

Marshall Tucker band live at the Granada Santa Barbara
Bathed in purple light the crowd throws their hands in the air at a live show
“Kathy is an absolute dream to work with. She’s professional, yet she isn’t afraid to get her hands dirty to get the perfect shot. She is extremely detail-oriented in post, delivering final images that are Photoshop perfect.”
— ~Brittney Hendricks
Heavy metal guitarist posed with his instrument, Oxnard

Recent shoot with Oxnard’s heavy metal powerhouse, Too Sick Too Pray, crafted to reflect their unique sound, attitude & presence.

Too Sick Too Pray poses for a gritty promotional portrait
man playing guitar with eclipse on the screen behind him
female drummer from local heavy metal band holds drum sticks for a moody portrait
lead singer leans in to flash a heavy metal sign
Singer song writer basks in red light for a moody portrait
Singers perspective at live perspective as she plays guitar

Capturing the Energy of Live Events

Whether it's a mesmerizing dance performance, a theatrical production, or a dynamic corporate gathering, live events are all about energy, emotion, and movement. As a photographer, my goal is to freeze those fleeting moments in time—whether it's the graceful arc of a dancer’s leap or the intensity of a performer lost in their craft. Every shot tells a story, capturing the vibrancy and passion of the live experience and the unique connections that make these events unforgettable. Through creative composition and an eye for timing, I ensure that each photograph mirrors the dynamic nature of the moment. This same energy is captured in surprise celebrations, where the joy and excitement of the unexpected come to life in every frame.

a massive crowd gathers at the Santa Barbara Court house gardens for a performance
Santa Barbaras annual harbor event
Dallas Cowboy Cheerleaders performing splits
Dallas Cowboy Cheerleaders performing on stage in Oxnard
Leaping in unison, the Dalllas Cowboy Cheerleaders put on a show
Dallas Cowboy Cheerleads pack in a crowd at event in oxnard
solo guitarist performs at Ecugreen in Ventura
A private birthday celebration on East Beach in Santa Barbara
Fresh appetizer offerings at private beach party East Beach Santa Barbara
Comfort meets the sand at an exclusive beach party in Santa Barbara

Private event hosted by Bliss Beach on East Beach in Santa Barbara, California.

cover image for VC Reporter of Dallas Cowboy Cheerleaders
female dancer jumps high at sunset, breast cancer awareness issue
A lime is captured being squeezed over fresh margarita at Brophy Bros Ventura, cover VC reporter
Image for author Ivor Davis' new release makes the cover of the VC Reporter
Cover shot for local boxers novel
Cover image for autobiography of local female cop

LILLY,LLP / VISIT OXNARD / PARKER SHAW REAL ESTATE / GRAYSTONE PROMOTIONS/ VENTURA PORT DISTRICT/ PORTSIDE COASTAL COMMUNITY/ JK REAL ESTATE GROUP / ZACHARI DUNES RESORT/ BREAKWATER RESTAURANT / GUITAR 48/ RAVEN TAVERN/ FISHERMAN’S CATCH/ RED TANDEM BREWERY/ ECUGREEN / BROPHY BROS. / BENCHMARK EATERY/ FARMER BOY DINER / ON THE ALLEY /CABO SEAFOOD & GRILL/ RECHARTES GOLD COAST/VC REPORTER / ISTOCK IMAGES