Hey there — I'm Kirsten.

Most people call me "KP"— which almost makes me want to say, "What's the stitch?"
(If you know, you know. 😉)

Surrounded by creatives growing up, I was inspired to explore the arts. My grandmother plays piano by ear, my aunts excel in writing, design, and art, and even my audiologist — the one who diagnosed my hearing loss — is a photographer! Being deaf has shaped how I see the world, making me notice the small, often-overlooked details that bring stories to life.

I fell in love with graphic design in high school, and since then, I’ve worked on branding and marketing for nonprofits across Ohio, interned at Catapult Creative, completed a fellowship at Berkeley Repertory Theatre, and designed for Marion Technical College, and the Dayton Art Institute.

Photography is another passion, allowing me to capture theatre, street, portrait, and lifestyle moments in their rawest form. My work has taken me across Ohio and beyond, from Washington, D.C., and New York City to Berkeley, CA. Locally, I’ve photographed for Beavercreek Community Theatre, the Dayton Theatre Guild, and Sinclair Community College Theatre, where I also direct ASL interpretation as a DASL (Director of Artistic Sign Language).

When I’m not creating, you’ll find me hanging out with friends, enjoying shows at the theatre, reading books for hours on end, collecting Disney pins, loving on animals, or geeking out over the latest tech.

I’ve always been inspired by creativity — from my grandmother’s piano playing to my audiologist, who’s also a photographer. Being deaf shapes how I see the world, helping me focus on small details others might miss.

My journey started with graphic design in high school, and since then, I’ve worked with nonprofits, interned at Catapult Creative, and held design roles at Berkeley Repertory Theatre, Marion Technical College, and the Dayton Art Institute.

Photography is another passion. I specialize in theatre, street, portrait, and lifestyle photography, capturing raw, intimate moments. My work has taken me across Ohio and beyond, collaborating with local theatres like Beavercreek Community Theatre and Sinclair Community College, where I also direct ASL interpretation.

When I’m not creating, I enjoy local theatre, reading, Disney pin collecting, and spending time with friends, pets, and tech.

My goal? To connect, tell stories, and create meaningful art.