Today we’d like to introduce you to Kayla Loreth.
Kayla, please kick things off for us by telling us about yourself and your journey so far.
Funnily enough, I needed a quick elective credit in order to graduate High School. The only class available was photography and I really didn’t think I would care too much for it. The first few weeks of class were lots of reading and instruction but after that our teacher basically left us to our own devices and gave us themed assignments every week. I LOVED it. For the last 12 years I’ve taken numerous courses and workshops to build my knowledge and skill, slowly building it into the business it is today!
Can you give our readers some background on your art?
I like to consider myself a full service photographer, I capture families, children, events, couples, etc. A few years ago, a friend of mine hired me to do a boudoir session. I was intimidated and nervous but very excited at the thought of adding something new to my brand and repertoire. We worked together on various ideas and planned out a wonderful session. The end result was a gorgeous, timeless album that she gifted to her soon to be husband the morning of their wedding.
Let’s be real here. Every woman wants to have the chance to feel beautiful, to feel sexy, to feel confident. Whether it be for ourselves or our significant other. We are our own worst enemy and let our view of ourselves cloud the mirror. I don’t do anything special, I won’t Photoshop your face on a different body, make you look “skinnier”, give you bigger boobs or slim down those thighs. All I do is capture you. That’s it. When people get to see how they look to others, how stunning they really are… There’s no words. Because once you see yourself in print from an outsider’s perspective, it’s a whole different ball game.
What would you recommend to an artist new to the city, or to art, in terms of meeting and connecting with other artists and creatives?
Being a photographer in such a saturated market can definitely be lonely, but there are many ways to get yourself out there and make friends who share similar interests!
Network, network, network! I can’t stress that enough. Go to local workshops, meet and greets and look up local and national groups based on your niche.
I have met many wonderful photographers this way that have been so detrimental to my growth and success over the years!
What’s the best way for someone to check out your work and provide support?
I currently only advertise my boudoir sessions on Instagram. (Instagram.com/boudoirbyk)
Word of mouth is the best form of advertising. Have a friend that’s getting married? Celebrating a birthday or a significant milestone in your life? Book a session! Because it’ll be the most liberating, uplifting, self-esteem boosting thing you could ever do!
Contact Info:
- Website: www.klorethphotography.com
- Phone: 6193580212
- Email: klorethphotography@yahoo.com
- Instagram: instagram.com/boudoirbyk
- Facebook: facebook.com/klorethphoto
Image Credit:
Business headshot image by Meghan Kelly Images
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