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Meet The Curator

Katie Leibold - Founder & Alchemist of Experience

Katie Leibold is the creative force and heart behind Velvet Lioness - a luxury brand devoted to awakening the senses, celebrating untamed beauty, and inspiring the protection of wild places. As Founder & Alchemist of Experience, Katie brings together her passions for visual storytelling, wildlife conservation, and transformative travel to craft moments that linger in memory.

Velvet Lioness Society

Through Velvet Lioness Society, she curates intimate, multi-sensory gatherings where elegance meets purpose — evenings designed to connect like-minded individuals, spark inspiration, and celebrate the art of living beautifully. Her work is rooted in a belief that connection, knowledge, and experience are all intertwined - and that the most powerful experiences are those that awaken both the heart and the senses.

The Journey

Whether capturing the raw soul of Africa through her photography, hosting curated soirées, or bringing awareness to the natural world through the art of storytelling, Katie’s mission remains the same: to honor the wild, elevate the beautiful, and leave every guest feeling inspired, empowered, and untamed.

Velvet Lioness: A vision Fueled by Passion

Founder Katie Leibold on safari in Pilanesberg National Park - South Africa

Adventure & The Art of Noticing

"Go Where The Wild Things Are"

"Go Where The Wild Things Are"

"Go Where The Wild Things Are"

Is the slogan for my adventures and photography based around a core belief and mission of living life in a state of wonderment, exploration, and learning.

katieleibold.com - A Gallery

"Go Where The Wild Things Are"

"Go Where The Wild Things Are"

View my collection of wildlife photography, order custom prints, & more.

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"Go Where The Wild Things Are"

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