People book portrait sessions for many reasons. They often want an exceptional experience to celebrate a milestone or achievement. Sometimes it’s for an anniversary, birthday, or graduation. Susan’s achievement was her retirement. So she booked a Portrait Experience and flew from Pennsylvania to celebrate who she has become–and the start of her next phase–with beautiful
Have a look at your headshots. Think of all the places you use them: LinkedIn, social media, professional associations, and websites. Go ahead–it’s probably been awhile. Here’s how to tell if your headshots project success: If you answered “not really,” or “I’m not sure” to any of the questions above, I can help you! Here
Before your Portrait Experience, it’s a good idea to think about how you would like to enjoy your images. I offer luxurious, custom products that will be cherished for generations. Here are the best ways to showcase your portraits. Bespoke Albums These gorgeous albums are made in New Zealand with the finest quality materials and methods. You
To celebrate this Mother’s Day, I want to share a precious photograph. More than ninety-five years ago, my grandmother, Dorothy Bartholomew, made the decision to sit for this portrait. It was 1929. She was twenty-one years old. Already she was an artist during a time when women were not quite free to express themselves. She valued photography, and
If you missed our celebration last evening, you can still enjoy The Over 50 Revolution eBook! Last evening I held an open studio and we celebrated all three years of The Over 50 Revolution. This was a project to celebrate the strength, wisdom, and beauty of women who are over 50 years old. You can
You’re invited! Stop by Maundy Mitchell Photography at 62 Main Street, Plymouth, NH, on Saturday, April 26, 2025, between 4:00 and 6:00 p.m. I’ll be hosting my Spring Open Studio & Celebration! This year will be extra-special as we celebrate the women of The Over 50 Revolution project (2022-2024). Come downtown on April 26. Browse
A Mother & Son Portrait Experience Until now, Carolyn has never liked having her photo taken. Like many women, she usually avoids the camera and instead is the one who takes the family photos. Yet, she truly wanted beautiful portraits of herself, and especially of her son (and with him) before he grows up. She
Dora wants to be ready to make a great impression. In the fall, she will be off to college to study acting. She knows that every actor needs a portfolio of professional images – great headshots to get them noticed. This was Dora’s first time being professionally photographed. She was nervous at first, but then
Register now for the spring 2025 Beginner Photo Bootcamp! It will be held on three consecutive Friday mornings: April 25, May 2, and May 9, from 9:00 – 11:30 a.m. at my studio at 62 Main Street in Plymouth, New Hampshire. Space is limited, so register now to join us! This course will help you build
International Women’s Day 2025 Today is International Women’s Day. I stand for RIGHTS, EQUALITY, and EMPOWERMENT for all women and girls. Portrait of Erin as “The Snake Goddess.” You can see more from this session, including behind the scenes photos, HERE. Hair and makeup: Donna Cotnoir Assistant / Snake Wrangler: Jason Ames Wardrobe & backdrop painting assistance: Kree Woolley
I first met Kenzie five years ago when she came to my studio for her high school senior photos. I was thrilled to see her again for a five year update for headshots and personal branding images. People often ask me how often they should update their headshots. I recommend at least every five years,
How long has it been since there were portraits of you that you love? Real portraits; not cell phone pictures. Do you see yourself in all of the good ways that the other people in your life see you? Do you stop sometimes to think about how that is? They might see you as beautiful,
I am honored to return to my hometown of Newport, New Hampshire for The Library Arts Center Selections 2025 exhibit, where I’ve been chosen to show nine portraits–the entire series–from my personal project called Knitted Together. Selections 2025 features seven artists who were winners from last year’s Juried Regional Exhibit. This exhibit runs from February
Nothing makes me happier than to serve people with a luxurious experience while creating portraits that bring joy to them and those who love them. The Kropp family (with their dogs!) recently spent a relaxing and fun day at the studio. I’ve been fortunate to photograph them several times. The family had been thinking about
Arranging for professional headshots for a new graduate is one of the best ways to support them. Headshots are possibly their most important marketing tools. Actors, business people, artists, authors, musicians–everyone needs great headshots for their website and social media, among other places. Michael is an actor and singer. He is also a playwright, and
As the year comes to an end, I want to thank all of you for being here. 2024 has been a beautiful year, and I’m looking forward to 2025! Here are my “Top Nine” for 2024 – the highlights: I’m ever grateful for all my followers, clients, friends, and family. I have the best job in the world because