• Bride and groom laughing on elegant sofa with string lights and candleholder in background.

    Colorful | Authentic | Creative

    a pittsburgh wedding & portrait photographer

  • Bride and groom kissing in a church with stained glass windows and arched ceiling.

    “She is such a kind person and truly put us at ease throughout the day"

  • Bride and groom celebrating with champagne outdoors

    "We are able to recall exactly how we felt in a moment just by looking at a photo."

  • Two women in wedding dresses sitting on a colorful sofa, smiling at each other with a bouquet of flowers.

    "She gets the pictures you never knew you needed."

  • People dancing joyously at a wedding reception, bride in the center in a white gown.

    "She matched our vibe, and you can really see the fun through the pictures."

  • Couple dancing on a pier at sunset over a lake.

    "She captured our relationship in a way that was organic as well as beautiful."

  • Two people in tuxedos floating inside a spacecraft module with NASA logos on the walls.

    "Katie is absolutely phenomenal!!!! From start to finish she was a joy to work with."

  • Bride and groom kissing at night on a city street with lights and rain creating a romantic atmosphere.

    "She brings a fun energy and you can’t help but smile and laugh around her."

  • Elegant staircase with people gathered below in a formal setting.

    "Katie made us feel relaxed the entire day while somehow also keeping us right on time"

  • pittsburgh aviary wedding getting ready photos. bridesmaids are popping champagne bottles

    "She will make you laugh and bring out the best of you"

  • pittsburgh wedding at the pennsylvanian dancing under the rotunda.

    "She has an amazing way of putting you at ease when you are in front of the camera."

  • pittsburgh wedding at the pennsylvanian, lifting the bride and groom on chairs during a traditional dance.

    "Katie made our day that much more fun"

  • two grooms celebrating their wedding at the carnegie museum of art

    "An outright fantastic wedding photographer!"

  • a wedding at the renaissance under the rotunda

    "I constantly look back at my photos and just get the warmest feelings about my wedding day."

Your wedding day deserves a photographer who’s as excited as you are!

“Katie isn’t just a talented photographer, she has a wealth of knowledge about the wedding industry and has a knack for making couples feel comfortable. She’s the coolest person, and my favorite part of our wedding (don’t tell my husband).”

Zack
two men get married in pittsburgh with a mural background
a mixed race couple jump for joy as they get married in a downtown pittsburgh location
a colorful group of bridesmaids laugh and pose in pittsburgh
a mixed race couple pose in front of the columns near heinz chapel
a white couple pose kissing by fall flowers for their wedding
an indian couple dressed in red and white pose for wedding photos in a nature park

“Katie photographed our wedding and if you’re getting married book her ASAP!! She has a fun infectious smile and bright personality to add to your special day. She is so organized! I was so impressed how she was able to keep to the schedule day of. I love our photos and I can’t stop staring at them in our home. Katie goes above and beyond for her couples. Can’t wait to have her photograph future milestones.”

liz & hayn

Pittsburgh Wedding & Senior Portrait Photography With a Side of Fun

I'm your wedding photographer and unofficial hype-person all rolled into one! With 11 years of capturing Pittsburgh weddings and creating stand-out senior portraits, I bring more than just a camera – I bring the experience to make every session unforgettable.

For Wedding Couples:

  • A pro at wrangling excited (or drunk) wedding parties

  • Your personal timeline expert and problem-solving ninja

  • Someone who loves capturing both epic night shots and candid dance floor moments

  • A photographer who keeps things fun while getting those must-have family photos

For High School Seniors:

  • Expert at helping you feel confident and natural in front of the camera

  • Creative locations that showcase your personality

  • Mix of posed and candid shots that parents love and you'll actually want to share

  • Fun, laid-back sessions that feel more like hanging out with a friend

Currently booking Pittsburgh weddings, senior portraits, branding, families, and more. 

I’m Katie!

Hello

Smiling woman in a teal suit and glasses with a colorful, blurred background.
"The Knot Best of Weddings Hall of Fame" logo on a blue background.

Whether you're planning your dream wedding or celebrating
your daily adventures, I'm here to document every authentic moment.

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GALLERies

Couple dancing under ornate illuminated archway at night.

— Alicia & Joey —

at the Pennsylvanian

Bride and groom holding a small dog with floral collar, standing outdoors.

— lorena & sam —

at the Aviary

Two men in matching white tuxedos with blue and purple accents embrace in front of a colorful graffiti-covered wall.

— seth & tj —

at the Science Center

Let’s Talk!

katie@kathrynhyslopphotography.com | 412-335-8123 | 650 Center Ave West View, PA 15229