…the creative force behind Light & Shadow Studios! I'm a full-time real estate photographer and media producer based in Albany, Oregon, serving the Willamette Valley and beyond—from Portland to Eugene, and out to the stunning Oregon Coast.

With over 7 years of professional experience and a deep love for lighting, storytelling, and technical precision, I specialize in high-end real estate photography using advanced flash/ambient blending techniques. My previous career as a licensed REALTOR gave me unique insight into what agents truly need—visuals that don’t just show a space, but sell it.

I'm also a proud trans woman, a parent to two wonderful kiddos, and a passionate advocate for authenticity, empathy, and creative collaboration. I love working with people from all walks of life—especially fellow LGBTQ+ folks, families, and neurodivergent individuals.

As a proudly neurodivergent creative—diagnosed in adulthood with autism, ADHD, and OCD—I’ve come to see my way of processing the world as a gift. My intense attention to detail, pattern recognition, and visual sensitivity allow me to capture spaces with precision and intention. I’m also a parent to two neurodivergent children, Oliver and Rowan, who teach me every day about presence, compassion, and curiosity. That same gentle awareness and adaptability shapes how I approach each client and each shoot.

Whether I’m capturing the clean lines of a modern listing, filming a narrated walkthrough, or helping an agent tell their brand story through visuals, I bring dedication, patience, and an eye for detail to every project.

After taking a step back to heal, rebuild, and reconnect with what matters most—including my sobriety, mental health, and living more fully in alignment with who I am—I’m now returning to this work with more clarity and passion than ever before.

I can’t wait to connect and create something beautiful together.

Your next listing deserves nothing less.

Warmly,

Callisto Celeste Underwood

Owner & Lead Photographer, Light & Shadow Studios