We had the good fortune of connecting with Kira Gaddy and we’ve shared our conversation below.

Hi Kira, maybe we can start at the very start – the idea – how did you come up with the idea for your business?
Ever since I can remember I’ve always been the “Picture taking friend” so when my best friend put the idea in my head to monetize what I was good at, I jumped at the thought. At 1st I was extremely nervous about doing something totally on my own but then after a number of conversations I realized how many people lacked confidence in themselves & I refused to continue to be one of those people.

Let’s talk shop? Tell us more about your career, what can you share with our community?
Being a Photographer is so much more than just taking pictures. I realized a long time ago that once you start to take someones picture they automatically start to point out their own imperfections so when I started Kaptured by K’ I wanted to be able to contribute to my clients confidence & self esteem. In just a few seconds my camera captures an image & its up to me to bring it to life. To give someone that boost of confidence they didn’t even know they had or to simply show the love that emanates from one being to another in few moments that really end up telling a whole story.

If you had a friend visiting you, what are some of the local spots you’d want to take them around to?
Atlanta is full of Art, so no matter what side of town you’re on there’s always fun & interesting things to do, places to go, & of course everything is a photo op, lol. The new art museums at Underground Atl, Krog Street, Marietta Square, The Selfie Hut just to name a few. Then you have the outdoor beauties Old Mill Waterfall & The Bamboo Garden in Sandy Springs which are 2 of my fav spots.

Who else deserves some credit and recognition?
I have to give recognition & credit to my grandmothers (Peaches & Ms.Love)… The women who made me who I am today. The confidence that I have comes from both of them. They taught me that its ok to be me, to be different, to be my authentic self, to embrace every flaw, every imperfection, every fear & own it.

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