Waterloo and Cedar Falls Photographer for Seniors, Families and Weddings

Real moments. Beautiful light. Photos you will love for years.

Senior pictures, family photos, milestones and weddings in Waterloo, Cedar Falls and across the Cedar Valley of Iowa.

Senior pictures in the Cedar Valley at golden hour, walking through wildflowers at sunset

Katie McBride, Waterloo, Iowa photographer

Hello there

I'm Katie, and I have been photographing Cedar Valley families for 14 years.

Senior year, a new baby, a growing family, a wedding day. For 14 years I have been photographing the people and moments that matter most to families in Waterloo, Cedar Falls and across the Cedar Valley. My goal is simple: make the experience easy and relaxed so the photos feel like you.

More about me

Sessions

Photography for every season of life

Senior Pictures

Your senior year, your style.

Starting at $450

Family Photos

Genuine connection, giggles included.

Starting at $350

Newborn photos in the Cedar Valley, baby girl with a cream bow on a soft pink blanket

Maternity, Newborn and Milestone Photos

Bump to birthday and every little moment in between.

Starting at $275

Wedding Photography

Your day told honestly and beautifully.

Packages from $1,800

Team photos in the Cedar Valley, youth baseball team huddle

Team and Sports Photos

Sports and team portraits made simple.

Team quotes available

The Style Shop

Not sure what to wear? You are not alone.

Visit the Style Shop for outfit ideas, color palettes and shoppable picks chosen with your session in mind.

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Kind words

What clients are saying

Katie has been with us through so many of our big milestones in life and has always captured the love and excitement we feel! She is so kind, flexible and talented! We love her work!
Sydney M., returning client

Katie is amazing! Taking pictures is not my husband’s favorite thing and she made it so easy and took great pictures. She was great with my son, got him to relax and laugh. The pictures turned out beautiful! Would highly recommend.
Heather B., family session

She did an amazing job with our newborn pictures. And she was super patient, gentle and just a pleasure to work with! Highly recommend her!!
Trinity R., newborn session

Let's make something you will treasure.

Ready to plan your session? Dates fill quickly during golden hour season. Reach out today and let's create something you will treasure.

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