Welcome Photographers!
About Me
Kiati Plooksawasdi is an Award-Winning Boudoir, Portrait, and Dance Photographer and Educator based in Ellicott City, MD. Kiati has over 15 years of experience in the photography industry and enjoys teaching and mentoring in both aspects of photography and the business behind photography when he is not behind the lens. With the knowledge of utilizing both natural and artificial light in his work, he leverages his ability to shape light to contour his subjects to create drama and depth within his images.
Kiati has 20 years in the corporate world developing business strategies for Fortune 150 companies, Kiati has helped launch and mentor several small businesses and now brings that experience in helping photographers develop their strategies. In addition to the business side, Kiati also mentors on how he creates his art through posing and lighting.
Kiati is a Westcott Top Pro, CheetahStand Master Creator and serves as an ambassador for Aftershoot, Evoto, Vienne Milano, Baby Dream Backdrops, and Spider Holster. Kiati is also the AIBP (Association of International Boudoir Photographers) 2022 Ambassador of Excellence, and has been published in Rangefinder, Philosophie Boudoir Magazine among other publications and has spoken at ImagingUSA, WPPI, Pas De Deux Dance Photography Conference, ClickCon and the Peculiar Collective Conference. He is currently planning several destination workshops and retreats for 2026.
Up Coming Workshops & Retreats
Desert Fashion Workshop – Las Vegas
March 1st
Escape the studio and into the raw beauty of the desert at our Las Vegas Desert Fashion Photography Workshop. This immersive experience blends high-fashion styling with dramatic natural landscapes, teaching you how to harness harsh sunlight, shadows, and open space to create bold, editorial imagery. You’ll learn creative lighting techniques, posing, and storytelling while working with professional models in iconic desert locations. Perfect for photographers looking to elevate their fashion work with cinematic, on-location imagery and inspired creative direction.
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Fashion Workshop at the Neon Museum
March 2nd
Join Westcott Top Pros Kiati Plooks and Ray Alvarez for an immersive lighting workshop that pushes the boundaries of creativity and control. Designed for photographers who want to elevate their visual storytelling, this hands-on experience dives into advanced lighting techniques that transform ordinary scenes into striking, cinematic imagery.
Through live demonstrations and guided hands-on shooting, Kiati and Ray will break down how to evaluate existing light, decide when to enhance or override it, and use color, direction, and intensity to sculpt compelling portraits. From subtle light layering to bold, stylized looks, you’ll gain the tools and confidence to transform any environment into a dynamic lighting playground. This workshop is designed for photographers ready to elevate their craft and unlock new levels of creativity in every frame.
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Sculpting with Light: Boudoir Lighting & Posing- Las Vegas
March 4th
Unlock the power of light and pose to create breathtaking, dramatic boudoir photography in this immersive class. Designed for photographers who want to elevate their artistry, this workshop focuses on sculpting the body with light to enhance shape, depth, and emotion.
You’ll learn how to use shadows and highlights to define curves, create mood, and add storytelling elements to your images. We’ll explore multiple lighting setups—from soft, seductive glow to high-contrast cinematic effects—using both natural and artificial light. Additionally, we’ll dive deep into posing techniques that flatter every body type, emphasizing elegance, confidence, and emotion.
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Iceland Retreat
Dates TBD
Join us on this 5-day journey to the land of Fire and Ice. We will fly into Reykjavik where we will begin our adventure. As we travel through Iceland, we will stop to photograph our models in some of the most epic locations you will ever see. In addition to learning about lighting as posing, you will have opportunities to learn about the business side of photography and pick our brain on any topic you choose.
Cancun Retreat
Dates TBD
Join us in the stunning paradise of Cancún, Mexico for an immersive fashion and boudoir photography retreat where luxury meets creativity. Set against turquoise waters and sun-soaked beaches, this retreat blends editorial fashion and intimate boudoir with natural light, movement, and mood. You’ll learn creative posing, storytelling, and lighting techniques while shooting in breathtaking locations alongside like-minded artists. Designed to inspire, connect, and elevate your work, this retreat offers an unforgettable experience and portfolio-worthy imagery in an unforgettable destination.