By: Amy Barnes
Photos by: Kyle Shepherd
Animal lover Kyle Shepherd, who has served as Louisville Zoo Media & Public Relations Manager for nearly 14 years, is passionate about animal photography. It’s where she finds her solace.
“In my photography, I am drawn to the vibrant tapestry of life, from the smallest insect like a butterfly to the mightiest of the apex predators. My love for animals is not merely aesthetic, it is rooted in a profound respect for the interconnectedness of all living beings,” said Shepherd.
“Inspired by God’s intricate creation, I find beauty in the minutia of our colorful world, from the mundane patterns in moving water to the spectacular and majestic creatures we share our planet with. I hope to inspire a love and respect for wildlife and our planet. Through my work, I invite others to pause, look a tad closer and to marvel alongside me. Our shared existence is rich with wonder and brimming with beauty, diversity and magical moments to be taken in.”
Shepherd, who spends most of her weekends during spring and summer “with my convertible top down traveling the backroads of our fine commonwealth photographing the majestic horses that dot our countryside,” has shown in several galleries locally and throughout the state.
“One upcoming show is featuring some of my firefighter photography in a show about heroes. I produce an annual firefighter calendar that benefits the WHAS Crusade for Children featuring the men and women who rescue us and keep us safe! I have had two pieces hang at the Commonwealth’s capitol in Frankfort as part of the Team Kentucky gallery. One is currently there through June.”
She has also won awards from Louisville Photographic Society.
To learn more about Shepherd’s work, visit @GirlKylephoto or purchase her photos online at
