MEET CATHERINE

I’m Catherine Palipatana, a wedding and portrait photographer based in Columbia, Missouri. I photograph weddings, newborns, families, and seniors with an approach that blends classic portraiture with genuine, natural moments — creating images that feel both timeless and deeply personal.

My husband and I grew up here in Columbia, Missouri and feel grateful to call it home, though life has also taken us to New York and Oklahoma along the way. When I’m not behind the camera, you’ll usually find us planning our next trip or spending time with our dog, Flynn.

I’ve always been drawn to creative spaces — from the arts to design — and that love for creativity naturally shapes how I see and photograph the world. I’m constantly noticing light, connection, and the small details that give a moment its feeling.

It’s a privilege to be invited into these meaningful seasons of life, and I care deeply about creating photographs that you’ll cherish for years to come.