Too often, I talk with middle-aged and older women who do not feel good enough to exist in photos. We are trained, starting at a young age, that perfection is a certain thing and that we must have it. This is wrong. We’ve been brainwashed. Perfection is you, right now. It’s you at every age,
Intro to Digital Photography & Intro to Portrait Photography This fall, I’m pleased to offer two hands-on photography courses at my studio in downtown Plymouth, NH — Introduction to Digital Photography (October) and Introduction to Portrait Photography (November). Course Option 1: I. Introduction to Digital Photography Build a strong foundation for your photography in this
Miriam is a student at Hanover High School. She is a violinist who needed headshots and portraits for various music programs. During her consultation, we talked about the kinds of images she’s drawn to, what she’d like to wear, and how she’d like her hair and makeup. We created a mood board and I designed
I am proud to announce that I have achieved the level of Portrait Masters Associate Photographer, with eight new bronze awards through The Portrait Masters Awards and Accreditation Program. Two years ago, I began the process of submitting images biannually to the program, which is for portrait photographers of all genres worldwide. It recognizes the
Mackenzie is a talented actor and singer. This dedicated young lady has been performing for years already in community theatre around New Hampshire. I met Mackenzie when she came to the studio for her first headshots two years ago. I enjoyed having her back in the studio again. These are her favorite images from this
September 4, 4-6 p.m. You’re invited! Plymouth’s monthly art walk is September 4! Join us for a pop up art gallery and open studio between 4:00 -6:00 p.m., at 2 Post Office Square, Plymouth, NH. Walkabout Wednesday is coordinated by the Museum of the White Mountains at Plymouth State University. You can find a map
Sarah and her husband, Evan, are expecting a baby girl at the beginning of October. Sarah is an art historian, and a figure skater. It was no surprise that the board we created together included artistic portraits and movement. Using the mood board, I designed a session with five sets. I used lighting and body
Ella is going into her senior year in high school. This is a big deal not just for her, but for her family as well. It’s a juncture that comes and goes quickly. They chose to capture it with a portrait photo experience. During her consultation and planning meeting, I learned that Ella is a
This is Part II of a personal portrait project that uses art from various historical periods as inspiration. My inspiration for Part II was a painting called “Portrait of a Young Man,” by Sandro Botticelli, which he painted around 1480. Botticelli was one of the most celebrated artists of the Italian Renaissance. The painting is
Art & Live Music in Downtown Plymouth Friday, August 16, 4-6 p.m. Join us for art, live music, and an open studio during Art After Hours on Friday, August 16, 4:00 -6:00 p.m., at 2 Post Office Square, Plymouth, NH. The event is free, and it will be both indoors and out. Outside, enjoy live