Born and raised in Holland Michigan,  Cathy has always had a love for photography. Lake Michigan sunsets, Tulip Time Festival, Grand Haven Musical Fountain, and a  large family were all inspirational in her dream of becoming a photographer.

Moving to the Ozarks in 2009, her focus shifted to dogs, especially those who were ready for adoption and just waiting to become someone’s BFF (Best Furry Friend).  Spending weekends shooting Pet Photography or Photography as she called it at Shepherd of the Hills Humane Society, special pet events i.e. Santa shoots with Pets or just personal pet shoots.  Life will sometimes take you into different directions and she began to focus more on the landscape, wildlife, sunsets, the Kimberling City Bridge, and eagles; but she still loves pet photography.