PHOTOGRAPHER & STORYTELLER, IRELAND
About Kathy
A thoughtful eye for real life.
I am a photographer based in Killaloe, Co. Clare, in the west of Ireland.
I first started my photography business in May 2024 following over 20 years of practicing and learning as a hobby photographer.
My professional background is in journalism originally, and I like to think that that shines through in my work. After years of telling stories through words, I realised that I prefer to tell people's stories through pictures.
I don't have a studio, I don't use artificial backgrounds or props, and I don't have a client wardrobe. I prefer to keep things real and capture you as you are — whether that's at home settling into your new life as parents, enjoying a day out with your family, or on a once-in-a-lifetime trip to Ireland from overseas.
I love to catch the little moments that capture the connection between people, the real interactions and facial expressions that tell your unique story. (But don't worry — if you would like some pointers and prompts, or even outfit or location advice, I am more than happy to help!).
If you like my style just send me an email, tell me a little bit about you and what you're looking for, and we can chat!
Testimonials
Kind words from
real stories.
“Kathy is a lovely person as well as a real talent! Traveling from the States with many shifts in plans, Kathy was very accommodating and a true professional. My family and I enjoyed our time spent with Kathy during the photo shoot and the end product, photos, she delivered are exceptional.
Kathy captured our family in a moment we will never forget, she is a true treasure! Thank you, Kathy, from the bottom of our hearts, the photos are a once in a lifetime gift.”
— Jennifer
“My family had the absolute pleasure of working with Kathy while on a multigenerational family trip in Ireland, and she truly exceeded all expectations. She perfectly captured not only the stunning Irish scenery but also the heart and connection of our family. Her eye for framing each shot was incredible, every photo feels like a piece of art.
Kathy was fun, funny, and so easy to work with. She made the entire process feel relaxed and natural, which really comes through in the photos. Everyone felt comfortable in front of the camera.
She also edited and returned our photos incredibly quickly, and every image was beautifully finished. We're so grateful to have these memories captured so thoughtfully.
If you're looking for a photographer in Ireland, Kathy is an absolute gem. Highly recommend!”
— Shauna
“Kathy recently took some beautiful outdoor family portraits for us, both posed and candid. She was wonderful to deal with and put us all at ease. She captured the perfect snapshot of our family at present — feeding ducks and climbing trees and being silly.
We will treasure the photos and definitely highly recommend Kathy!”
— Deborah
“Kathy has taken stunning photos for us for our son's First Holy Communion and our daughter's Confirmation. She is so easy-going, kind and patient, which means that the kids are super-relaxed and natural in the shots.
I would highly recommend Kathy if you need photos taken for a family occasion. She actually makes the whole experience of having the photos taken a pleasure!”
— Sarah
“We are so grateful for Kathy's time and talent! We traveled from Chicago for our honeymoon in Ireland, and the photos Kathy captured will serve as a treasured memory of a magical time.
Even with the cold, windy rain, Kathy took the time to make sure to capture every last second of daylight along the stunning coastline.”
— Susan
“We booked Kathy Masterson Photography for our family vacation photos in Kilkenny. We were over the moon happy with our experience with Kathy and with our photos — they came out so beautiful.
Our session had some challenges with weather and location but Kathy went way, way above and beyond to make sure we had an amazing session. I love, love, love what she was able to capture with my family. I will treasure these photos forever. Thank you so much Kathy for all you did for us.”
— Lauren
“My family and I met Kathy in Doolin for pictures, and she made it such a great experience! We will cherish our lovely pictures forever!”
— Amanda
Let’s work together
Have a story
to tell?
For weddings, portraits, families and creative projects. Tell me what you are planning and I’ll be in touch soon.
Email Kathy Open in Gmailhello@kathymastersonphoto.com