Kate sZatmari

With over 20 years of experience as a beauty and portrait photographer, Kate sZatmari has established herself as a leading force in the industry, with her work featured on Times Square billboards and in prestigious publications including Vogue Japan, Elle, Glamour, Harper’s Bazaar, and Allure. Based in Los Angeles for 10 years while working between LA and New York markets, she has photographed A-list celebrities including Cindy Crawford, Jane Seymour, and Sarah Michelle Gellar, while creating campaigns for major beauty brands such as O.P.I,
Dermalogica, Weleda, La Prairie, and C’est Moi.
Beyond her commercial work, Kate has spent over 10 years in photography education, teaching at college level and developing comprehensive courses that cover everything from camera basics to professional business practices. Her teaching approach breaks down complex industry techniques into practical skills that students can immediately apply.
Kate’s approach focuses on capturing genuine emotion and personality rather than forced poses, with mastery of both natural and studio lighting techniques. Her teaching philosophy emphasizes practical, real-world skills that students can immediately apply, whether they’re working with professional equipment or smartphone cameras. She combines her extensive industry experience with a passion for teaching, helping photographers at all levels develop both technical skills and artistic vision.