Well hi, friend! I’m Katherine! A Lancaster, Pennsylvania-based (but count me in for any adventure) wedding & portrait photographer. I’m alllll about couples in love, capturing each and every milestone (along with all of the in-between), and creating a warm & fun experience!
A small town girl- married to my best friend, and a mama to two sweet girlies. I believe a good pair of boots complete any outfit and that even the little moments are worth celebrating. Most days you can find me soaking in this sweet season with my girlies around the house while squeezing in emails and editing at the kitchen table during nap time. This has been a new season of growth for myself and my business with adding the role of motherhood, but I am so grateful for the ability to be both a photographer & a mama! I believe with this new season I have gotten to truly know and celebrate every part of love - from engagement to babies and all of the times in between!
Take a look around to see more of my happy couples and families, learn about the heart behind my business, and get to know a little more about me!
I'M KATHERINE! a LANCASTER, PA based wedding & PORTRAIT photographer. I BELIEVE YOUR PHOTOS SHOULD BE WORKS OF ART.
ABOUT KATHERINE ZELL PHOTOGRAPHY
thank you for being here, friend!
COFFEE ORDER
iced vanilla latte
Secret Talent
gardening
I'd rather be
spending time outdoors
on my playlist
red dirt country
Perfect day includes
friends + family
photographing for
9 years
Favorite Place
hunting
obsessed with
the wild west
Guilty pleasure
love island
QUICK FACTS
FOR THE SKIMMERS
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I believe in slowing down and giving each session the care it deserves. Whether I’m photographing a wedding day or a family milestone, my focus is always on capturing moments with meaning—not just filling a gallery with pretty pictures.
By taking on a limited number of sessions & weddings, I’m able to be fully present with every client and deliver a thoughtful, personal experience from start to finish.
I prefer quality over quantity
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2.
The little things matter—how your veil catches the light, the way your partner looks at you during the vows, the soft forehead kiss during portraits. I notice those moments, and I make sure they’re captured.
From fixing flyaways to straightening bouquets to adjusting poses ever so slightly, I’m always paying attention—because the smallest details often become the most meaningful memories.
I'm extremely detail oriented
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The real magic lives in the in-between: a tearful hug, a quiet breath before walking down the aisle, the joy that sneaks in when no one’s looking. Those are the moments I live for, and the ones I love delivering back to you.
I thrive capturing the day as it happens
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a few more things you should know
- Alicia + Dan
She was the absolute best photographer I could've worked with for our wedding. She's not only extremely collaborative and talented, but she was very communicative throughout the entire planning process. I can't recommend Katherine enough.
I CAN'T SAY ENOUGH GOOD THINGS ABOUT KATHERINE!!
- Makaylea + Zach
She was honest and made the experience seamless. My photographs are stunning for my wedding! Katherine was timely with returning the photos and was got there early on wedding day. I would recommend her 100 times over and over again to my closest family and friends!
Katherine is A Bride's Dream
ready when you are!
let's capture your story
Because every glance, laugh, and quiet in-between moment deserves to be remembered just as it felt.
