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 14 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 StellaPro Champion of Light, CheetahStand Master Creator, UAF Photo Lab Sponsored Educator and serves as an ambassador for Aftershoot, Sew Trendy Accessories, Vienne Milano, Baby Dream Backdrops, and Kayla Douglas Artistry. 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 2024.
Up Coming Workshops & Retreats
May 5th & 6th
2-day workshop diving into the depths of boudoir from both a creative and business perspective.
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June 20th & 21st
2-day workshop diving into the depths of boudoir from both a creative and business perspective.
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August 23rd – 24th
2-day workshop diving into the depths of boudoir from both a creative and business perspective.
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Boudoir Workshop – New Orleans
December 6th – 8th
2-day workshop diving into the depths of boudoir from both a creative and business perspective.
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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.
St. Kitts Retreat
Dates TBD
Join us on this 4-day escape to beautiful crystal blue waters and warm nourishing sun. We will explore the wonders of St. Kitts and have the opportunity to experience the food and culture that this island holds. Within this retreat will will have the opportunity to create beautiful images in a tropical getaway.