Behind the Lens…

Hi, I’m Mary Kate Vanderhart!

I’m a family and newborn photographer based in Lookout Mountain, GA, just outside Chattanooga, TN. I’ve called Chattanooga home since 2006, and I honestly can’t imagine living anywhere else!

Photography has been a part of my life for as long as I can remember. As a child, I saved up my allowance for disposable cameras and visited the local Wolf Camera every week. In college, I started formal training through photography classes, and over the years, I explored other creative passions like weaving and macramé—using photography to complement my art.

In 2023, I realized how much I missed photographing people. The joy I feel capturing memories for families is indescribable. As a mom to three kids, I know just how quickly they grow and change. That’s why I’m passionate about helping families treasure these fleeting years and create memories that last a lifetime.

A Few Random Facts About Me:

My favorite food is sushi.

As a kid, I told people I wanted to be a queen when I grew up—so I could boss people around.

My favorite book is Pride and Prejudice by Jane Austen.

I drink a chai latte every morning.

I am addicted to sparkling water.