Lifestyle and travel photography

Journeying from working as a statistician in the UK Civil Service to a full time freelance photographer, I am grateful for absoecolutely - what I hope comes across - is a kind, giving, affordable and conscientious business.

I simply love photography and delivering your special projects in a romantic, timeless, film-esque style, no matter the genre. So really, lifestyle and travel, to me, means any aspect of your journey, from portraits and events, to interiors and hospitality and if needed more, including website building and social media support - I am here for you!

with Best Wishes,

Handwritten text saying 'Katya Pachera' which is the name of the photographer
Black and white photo of Katya Pachera taking a picture with a camera on a beach, wearing a hat and puffer jacket.

Cherished messages

  • Dave Herring wearing a hat holding a camera, black and white photo

    “She's only been on the job for two days and already we're so much better. Super grateful to have @absoecolutely as the Community Manager for Very Good Presets.”

    Dave Herring, Photographer and Founder of Very Good Presets, California, US

  • Black and white portrait of a Tez Frost with braided hair sitting at a table, hands clasped, in an outdoor setting.

    "Had such a brilliant experience with Katya who was hired to take photos for an improv show for my client. Her professionalism and gentle approach made the experience enjoyable and seamless. The end results are fantastic, so if you're looking for live performance images or wanting to capture special moments I highly recommend Katya and absoecolutely!"

    Tez Frost, Workmonks Digital Services, London, UK

  • Minimalist grayscale image of a small house with trees around. Logo of Unplugged Rest.

    “Beautiful, thanks so much, Katya!”

    Rebecca, Head of Partnerships, Unplugged Rest, UK

  • "Opal and Iris" text logo in gray font on white background.

    “The colours and depth of field were exactly right. Every image so lovely!”

    Sophie Sheridan, Owner and Designer at Opal & Iris, Hertfordshire, UK

@absoecolutely on Instagram

Corridors of dreams? Because I am dreaming of floating down these halls in long summer dresses though still attached to my camera. Absoecolutely website has had another little tidy up, let me know what you think ♥️🌎📸 #interior #photographe
My whimsical getting ready to go out I call this - the reality is just something else entirely 😅 my two dogs running around, probably a sink full of dishes and always messy unbrushed hair haha but it’s good to dream 📸 Happy Friday 🤗 #inter
A surf story from St Agnes 🏄 This time last year…I’ve learnt so much since, I would have taken the shot of the cafe nearby, and getting soaked by a wave because I wasn’t paying attention photographing the surfers😅 the bite to e
Committing a trip to memory 🎞️ I was so lucky to come celebrate my bestie on this trip. I remember hanging out and wanting to take photos of EVERYTHING, being a little annoying 😅 but I look back and that adventure is so clear in my mind still, I go
Spring village walks and April will look completely green and bloomey, even after a spot of rain 🥰 Happy Sunday x #hertfordshire #local #walks
A bit of experimentation on my part, having been inspired by one of my absolute favourite photographers. Let me know what you think 🤗 #moody #venice #streetphotography
Little phone shots of being in the sunny Italian elements last summer ☀️I keep thinking, apart from Aperol spritz, what else is a strong summer icon in Italy? Maybe a cigarette and a cold beer haha? Happy first day of Spring one, everyone 🎉🎉🎉 #
A virtual trip through Borghetto di Valeggio della romantica Valeggio sul Mincio (VR) 🍝 🥂🇮🇹 #italy #digitalfilm
March’s trips from Hertfordshire and this months accessible walks: Many accessible paths to chose from - Norfolk New Forest And in Hertfordshire Knebworth Park, Herts Panshanger, Herts Lee Valley - pick any location by the canal, likelihoo
Commuting into London 🏮 🚊 you can probably guess exactly where I ended up but all the light, the reds and iconic images of this place reminded me that our usual journey is someone else’s holiday and marvel, so something that I personally need
My mini collection from Cornwall to Hertfordshire to Italy, and just like that, my little journey magically appeared on @verygoodpresets website this afternoon 😇 how do you feel about this set? I need a degree in meta business suite to start prope
My diary of highlights from the photography show 2025 📸 @lin.taro wholesome and authentic talk at the Ricoh stand, resulted in me very nearly walking away with a GR something camera, I wanted to be Samuel when I grew up 🤣 that’s how good th