Kierra is a Melbourne-based photographer driven by curiosity and a desire to reveal the subtle connections between people and the spaces they inhabit. Her work explores atmosphere — those in-between moments where emotion, light, and form come together in ways words can’t express.
Led by intuition, she approaches each shoot with openness and attention to detail: the fall of light across a face, the movement of a crowd, the tension and calm within a single frame. Through her lens, everyday moments become poetic and fleeting expressions feel timeless.
Kierra’s career spans diverse creative worlds. She has worked with major Australian organisations, including Australian Fashion Week and the Victorian Racing Club, capturing both the energy of large events and the quiet human moments around them. Her portfolio also includes luxury brand events and portraits of notable artists and personalities, all shaped by her authentic, grounded style.
What most defines her work is presence — a calm, steady energy that helps subjects relax and be themselves. Whether shooting an intimate portrait or a major event, she moves naturally between connection and observation, allowing genuine expression to emerge.
Her images carry warmth, honesty, and depth, reflecting her belief that beauty lives in the unspoken details. Each project is an invitation to see differently — to slow down, look closely, and find meaning in moments that might otherwise pass by.
hello@kierrathorn.com
+61 413 696 296
Note-worthy Career Moments
Wide Eyed Live Exhibition May 2014
The Accredited Photo Exhibition August 2014
Head On Photo Festival Sydney - Wide Eyed Live Vol.3 May 2016
Moshcam Photo Awards January 2018 - won 2 awards, Best Emotional & Best Action Capture