Let's Be Friends

I’m Kirstie, a Des Moines brand photographer helping entrepreneurs show up online with confidence and clarity. I create images that don’t just look good, they help your business grow, connect, and convert. 

Hi, I'm Kirstie

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Confidence

You know, the friend you’d love to catch up with, if only you had the time. The friend who probably looks a lot different from the chick who wore tight Hollister tees in homeroom. The friend who, if you’re honest, has been an afterthought for far too long.

If your headshot looks like it belongs in an old yearbook, it’s time to bring it into the Year of Our Lord 2026. 

Let’s give your branding the attention it deserves. That way, the clients you want to connect with will instantly recognize you as the one who didn’t get away.

Are you treating your brand like that friend from high school you haven't seen in years?

Support before, during, and after the shoot

Yes, I’ll tell you you’re a fox, help you pick clothes that make you feel like a fox, and take photos you’ll want to share ASAP. Beyond that, I’ll be your strategic partner, ready to provide marketing input (or refreshed brand photos) whenever you need.

Wicked-fast turnaround

Nothing’s worse than waiting months to work with the brand photographer you want… and then waiting weeks for her to send your images. I send sneak peeks within two days of your session, and the full gallery shortly after.

Complete creative direction

I don’t expect you to come up with wildly creative concepts that make your clients' eyes pop. That’s my job. From locations to outfits to props to pulling it all together, I produce your shoot like I belong on Bravo. (In another life, I do.)

Strategy that actually means something

I say *bleep* to buzzwords. Around here, “strategy” is something practical: a custom shoot guide built not just for your style, but also for your audience. Because if your photos are pretty, but they don’t connect with your clients… there’s really no point.

What you get when you work with me:

No more random iPhone pics. No more boring gray backdrops. No more (God forbid) AI-generated images that demolish more trust than they build.

With my Des Moines headshots and brand photography, you’ll finally have the visual content you dream of. (And that actually grows your business!)

You, sipping a latte, scrolling through a gallery so good, you can’t choose which photo to share

Picture this...

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My Signature Offering for Personal Brands, Business Owners or Small Teams. This is more than just portraits, its where we really showcase your business and brand and show your clients what you do and what it's like to work with you! 
$2,500 + tax

Core Brand Session.

For agents and teams who need listing-ready content that says, “Trust me with your biggest investment." (In a sincere way, not a stiff I-just-cut-the-tag-off-this-blazer way.) 
Starting at $1,300 + tax

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Realtor Brand Photography

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Deluxe Portrait Session

Extended portrait session for Business Professionals or Personal Brands who need a variety of professional and personable headshots. 2-3 looks in Studio with 30+ images to use! 
Starting at $1,100 + tax

For Personal Brands

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01. Book and Plan

You reach out, we hop on a discovery call (or just chat over email), and I send a proposal. Once you're booked, you get a questionnaire, planning call, AND custom shoot guide, so I design a session that fits your goals, and you know exactly what to expect.

Here's a little bit about what this particular service entails and who it's ideal for, really:

  • This particular include you probably really want
  • This very important thing is also great
  • Also there's this that you should know about 

02. Show up and Shoot

Since we’ve prepped so well, shoot day’s a breeze. We meet at the location(s) we’ve agreed upon, a studio, your office, or anywhere else in the Des Moines area and I direct every shot. You just focus on feeling good and laughing at my jokes. (I’m hilarious, promise.)

Here's a little bit about what this particular service entails and who it's ideal for, really:

  • This particular include you probably really want
  • This very important thing is also great
  • Also there's this that you should know about 

03. Obsess and Share

I know the agony of waiting for your photos to arrive. I deliver sneak peeks within two days and your full gallery within two weeks. All photos include a commercial license, so you can use them to market your business immediately. You better believe I’ll be tapping that first “like”!

Here's a little bit about what this particular service entails and who it's ideal for, really:

  • This particular include you probably really want
  • This very important thing is also great
  • Also there's this that you should know about 
— Julie Jones, Business Coach For Practitioners

"Kirstie anticipated and planned for my needs, guiding me with her expertise and allowing her talents to shine."

Overheard

Personal brands 
Realtors
Commercial brands
Coaches
Wellness brands
Designers
Med Spas
Clinics
Business Professionals
Creatives of all kinds


Who I Help

Michon Leddy,  PA-C

From polished studio portraits to real moments in her West Des Moines office, Michon’s two-part session shows both her personality and her expertise. Her images give clients a true feel for what it’s like to sit in her chair before they ever book.

Julie is a business coach and entrepreneur who truly knows how to put her brand images to work. Across multiple sessions, we’ve created content with a clear purpose for each stage of her growth, from launching new offers to refreshing her marketing!

Julie Jones, Business Coach

Unbasic Brand Photos

Where my freebie lives and special updates!

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Marketing breakdowns and hot goss bc we contain multitudes.

Book a Session

Your photos should feel modern. Your clients should feel connected to them. And you should feel proud to use them to grow your business.

Let’s get you a content library you literally  love.

Ready to stop hating your camera roll?