NWI PHOTOGRAPHER

cat macdonald

Based in La Porte, Indiana and serving couples throughout Northwest Indiana, Southwest Michigan, Chicago and the surrounding Great Lakes region, Cat's work is rooted in quiet moments, honest emotion and a love for stories that deserve to be remembered.

With more than 15 years of experience, Cat's sessions are photographed with a blend of timeless portraiture and natural, documentary-style moments. Her approach is calm and intentional, allowing clients to relax, be themselves and fully enjoy their day.

A limited number of weddings are booked each year to ensure a thoughtful, personalized experience. Families, engagements and portraits are captured with the same focus on connection. If you’re planning a celebration in this region and are drawn to warm, artful imagery, this is a beautiful place to begin.

WORK WITH CAT

natalie

"Cat captured every special moment and emotion so beautifully."

Core Values

Clients deserve to breathe, feel and truly experience their day and not spend it posing.



Space to be present

We build real relationships with our clients, grounded in trust and understanding. Because the best celebrations are created with collaboration, honesty, and heart.

Every story is unique

By limiting weddings each year, each session receives full care, attention and intention.




Quality over quantity

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EMOTION OVER PERFECTION

Photos should feel honest and alive, not staged, rigid or forced.


Because real connection, genuine moments and timeless love outlast any wedding-day fad.


Stories matter more than trends

"Cat shot our large group, and she knocked it out of the park. 

She made everyone feel at ease, and she worked efficiently and deliberately. The results are amazing. Every image is gorgeous."

"cat shot my first maternity pictures, and they were amazing.

I had to come back for my second maternity pictures. She makes you feel comfortable and knows how to get the best shots."

"Cat was the most amazing photographer for our wedding.

She did a wonderful job putting us in poses without them feeling like poses. Loved working with her, she made it so fun!"

If you’re drawn to images that feel natural, nostalgic and full of emotion, you’re in the right place.

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Timeless, storytelling imagery for couples and families who value authenticity, emotion, and connection. Each image is crafted with intention, capturing moments that feel as real and effortless as the day itself.