About Me

Learn more about my story, process, and the values behind my work.

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7 years behind the lens

Love everyone until else has been proven.

About Katie De Forest

I’m Katie, a 26 years old photographer from Denmark working primarily in natural environments. I’m most comfortable outdoors, in open landscapes, around animals, and in spaces that allow for focus and quiet observation. Photography is how I translate that environment into something structured and intentional.

I’m a trans woman, and I’m autistic. Both shape how I move through the world. I tend to notice small shifts in expression, light, texture, and atmosphere. I often register details others overlook, and that awareness shapes how I frame and time my images. I work at a steady pace, I pay attention, and I take the time needed to understand what’s in front of me. That approach carries directly into my photography.

My work is restrained and honest. I focus on natural light, real presence, and unforced moments. I’m less interested in spectacle and more interested in clarity. I look for what feels genuine rather than what feels impressive.

I work intuitively, but not randomly. My process is observant and deliberate. I prefer collaboration over direction, and presence over performance. When photographing people, I aim to create an environment where they don’t feel pushed into something unnatural.

I value authenticity, patience, and respect. I believe depth comes from paying attention, not from adding more.

My work is for people who appreciate subtlety, structure, and emotional clarity without exaggeration. I take what I do seriously, and I approach each project with care and focus. True art is never to be rushed.

Neurodivergent & LGBTQIA+ affirming safe space
Soft natural light; minimal retouching
Collaborative, transparent process

Field Kit

Canon EOS R50
Compact APS‑C mirrorless body with reliable autofocus and natural color — my lightweight choice for location work and everyday shooting.
RF 100mm f/2.8L IS USM
Exceptionally sharp macro/portrait lens with image stabilization. Perfect for close‑ups of textures, flowers, and detail work with smooth bokeh.
RF 24-105mm f/4L IS USM
Versatile L-series zoom with image stabilization, covering wide scenes through tighter portraits. A dependable all-round lens for travel, events, and changing light.
Carbon tripod
Sturdy yet light carbon fiber tripod for long exposures and low‑light scenes. Stable in wind with quick leg locks and a low shooting angle.
ND + CPL filters
Neutral density filters for long exposures and motion blur; circular polarizer to cut glare and deepen skies/water. Often stacked for creative control.
Ulanzi VL49 RGB light
Compact RGB light for clean, controllable illumination — useful for pulling crisp macro detail out of textures and keeping portrait light balanced when natural light needs a little help.

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