Katie Linsky Shaw is a professional writer and photographer based in Asheville, North Carolina.
She opened a portrait photography business 15 years ago but continued to work for publications too.
Katie moved with her family to Asheville 10 years ago, lured there by the mountains and cooler weather.
She’s a firm believer in the mental health benefits of outdoor activities like hiking.
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