Hi, I’m Kate

I’m a photographer and creative director with a background in advertising and fine art. I spent over a decade working in agencies, where my role was to think strategically, develop unexpected creative solutions, and help shape global campaigns for brands such as Coca-Cola and KFC.

Alongside that work, I built a personal art practice rooted in intuition, expression, and experimentation, exhibiting internationally and working from my own studio. Today, these two worlds come together in what I offer as a creative: concept-driven thinking paired with an intuitive, artist-led approach that allows ideas to move beyond the obvious.

I’m often brought onto projects to help define what something could be, not just how to execute it, whether that’s a brand campaign, a launch, or an individual shaping their public presence.

My goal is always the same: to create ideas and imagery that draw you in and stay with you, and have impact - whether on a personal, social, or global level.

  • "Kate is a smart, articulate and hard working perfectionist – who will keep going till the idea is cracked and the crafting is perfect.  In short, she’s a delight to work with."

    — Shaun Branagan, Creative Director, Ogilvy Sydney

  • "Kate was amazing. I have no idea what I’m doing, how to pose, what kind of photos to take, but Kate directed us every bit of the way. Her style, her commentary was the best. I truly recommend Kate for photo shoots."

    — Duc, Portrait Client

  • "Kate’s creativity and inventive content-making strategies set her apart from other professionals I have worked with. It will be an honor to have her work on future campaigns."

    — Derek Mason, Owner, VanCraft

  • "Kate was a pleasure to work with! She made the photoshoot fun and was flexible with working around the weather. Highly recommend!"

    — Fadzi, Portrait Client

  • " Kate Shearer is a woman of versatile talents. She is both creative and strategic, allowing her to excel in whatever creative project she turns her focus to."

    — Carolyn Diamond, Agency Creative Director

  • "Wow Kate! Thank you for seeing me. I cannot thank you enough for helping me through my healing journey of self love. "

    — Alexis, Portrait Client

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