This is my new friend, Aly. I loved photographing her at this time in her life. Every girl deserves a visual reminder of how important she is. Hair by Ashley Conn
Jeff, Chef, Plymouth, NH “I became a chef to provide people with the space and opportunity to connect with each other, to take time. Cooking for others, and the artistry involved, is a conscious act of nurturing and generosity. I’ve been a chef for 29 years and it [still] makes me happy to do that,
I’m excited to partner with Sara Holland & Company to offer a very special Headshot Day at the studio in Plymouth, NH, on Monday, February 12. This will be an experience you’ll love. We’ll have complimentary professional hair and makeup with our stylist on site. We’ll also be giving a gift bag worth $250 to
Anna, Nurse, Plymouth, NH “As all good ER nurses do, I learned to compartmentalize, created an ability to separate personal life from work life…My work is challenging as a whole, that’s why I like it. After all these years I’m still learning, still growing, still being challenged. Mentally, physically, and emotionally. If I don’t do
One of the best things you can do to support a young actor is help them get professional headshots. These are the photos that will be in front of casting directors. They will determine whether the actor gets the chance to audition for a role. Casting directors look for different things depending on the role,
It was a beautiful year. Here are my most-liked images on Instagram in 2017. The very favorite was the one of me and my and my son—the sweaty, no-makeup, what-the-hell self portrait. The one where I said, “I’m enough. Our love is enough. I’m not perfect but I deserve to exist in beautiful photos.” I’m happy
Cymande came to me for business portraits (I’ll be able to share those soon!). That plan evolved to include a photo shoot in Paris, and later a family photo session back in New Hampshire at my studio. Her day in the studio began with professional hair and makeup artist, Ashley. Hair & makeup by Ashley Conn Later
This is Casino Clogston. He began fighting fires when he was sixteen years old, when his grandfather was the Fire Chief, around 1985. Firefighting equipment is getting better and safer all the time, but firefighters still regularly carry over 100 pounds of gear while they work. The hood he is wearing here inside his helmet provides
Cymande initially contacted me for business portraits. We met at my studio in Plymouth, New Hampshire to plan for her session the following month. She decided she would like to have her family join her in that photo session. We chatted, and she mentioned she would be in Paris by herself soon. I had been planning
This Christmas, give the gift of a portrait session. It’s the perfect way to show someone they are important, beautiful, and loved. It’s a gift unlike any other. Each session is specially designed. From wardrobe to professional hair and makeup styling, all the details are covered. It’s a perfect day they’ll always remember, with portraits
It’s always special to see my work in print. My portraits of Jim, the mail carrier, Regina, the farmer, and Mary Francis, the minister, from my project “Life’s Work” are published in Vol. 2 of Real Small Towns. The magazine featured a full page with portraits and an article about my project. There are many interesting
One day in Paris, while returning from photographing a client, I heard beautiful accordion music echoing around the corner in Montmartre. I had been hoping to photograph an accordion player in Paris for my project “Life’s Work.” I don’t speak French at all though, so I decided to wait until my friends who do speak
You’re invited! Plymouth’s monthly art walk is next week! Join us for an open studio on Wednesday, December 6, 4:00 -6:00 p.m., at 2 Post Office Square, Plymouth, NH. This month, I’ll show new work from Paris. I will also host artist Alma Grand, who will show some of her paintings and prints. Alma Grand
It seemed like it would never happen, but finally, miraculously, Amy and Paul welcomed baby Molly at the end of October. They can’t stop staring at her, and they filled the studio with love and joy. I am so happy to have created portraits for them to cherish forever. Hair & makeup by Ashley Conn
Laurent, the fashion designer from Lab 30 (see Part XI), told us that the woman who was working there was a very talented jewelry designer, and that her work was in the boutique. Of course, we returned to the boutique to find out more. Christiana’s jewelry is intricate beaded work, and absolutely beautiful. Her jewelry line is
Across the street from my makeshift Paris studio, I found a beautiful boutique called Lab 30. My friends Christina and Hilde and I went in. I found a dress I loved and when I tried it on, I knew I would buy it. Still, I wanted to come out of the dressing room to show