This Mother’s Day, treat YOURSELF to the ultimate Mother’s Day gift. Book a Portrait Experience for this summer or fall. How long has it been since there was a portrait of you that you loved? With the people you love? I’m talking to the mothers and grandmothers reading this — the ones who almost never exist
The Over 50 Revolution is a luxurious portrait experience celebrating the strength, wisdom, and beauty of women aged 50 and up. Women from all over the U.S. have come to my studio in Plymouth, NH to participate. Together, we are helping to change the way the media and society define aging. We are also cultivating the
I’m delighted to announce that my portrait of Kieran called “Olympia” has earned a Bronze with Distinction award from The Portrait Masters International Awards & Accreditation program. You can see how I created Olympia, including lots of behind-the-scenes images, HERE. This portrait is part of my series called Knitted Together. In 2019, I achieved the
This is Part VIII of a personal project called Knitted Together. Toni is, among other things, the mother of three young children. She is also expecting twins in May. Knitted Together is a collection of individual digital portrait photographs of people knitting or crocheting different red garments. Each portrait is printed on canvas and framed.
Jon recently came to the studio for new headshots after 20 years! Like many people, the photos he had been using in his professional profiles were 20 years old. The rule of thumb for how often to update your headshots is every few years, or whenever you change your look (hairstyle or eyeglasses, etc.) or
Introduction to Digital Photography Registration is now open for the spring 2024 photo course, Introduction to Digital Photography. It will be held on three consecutive Friday mornings: April 26, May 3, and May 10, from 9:00 – 11:30 a.m. at my studio at 62 Main Street in Plymouth, New Hampshire. Space is limited, so register now
I’ve had the honor of photographing Christine and Mark before, but this time was even more special. After many years together, they got married! They contacted me for special portraits with their dog family. They were not sure it would be possible, but they asked if they could be photographed with their three dogs. I
Maria decided to book a portrait session for The Over 50 Revolution because she has friends who have participated. She said, “I saw their beauty and confidence come through in their photographs.” After her own session, she said, “It was everything I hoped it would be!” “It is not often that older women are celebrated
Before your Portrait Experience, it’s a good idea to think about how you would like to enjoy your images. I offer luxurious products that will be cherished for generations. Here are three ways to showcase your portraits. Bespoke Albums These gorgeous albums are made in New Zealand with the finest quality materials and methods. You
Recently, NH artist Marian Federspiel came to the studio for new headshots for her website and social media. Marian is a digital painter in the Lakes Region. She creates mostly landscapes (or “lakescapes” as she calls them). Marian favors bold, simple shapes and colors, and wanted that reflected in her new headshots. Here are two
“It really boils down to this: all life is interrelated, and we are all caught in an inescapable network of mutuality, tied in a single garment of identity. Whatever affects one directly, affects all indirectly.” Martin Luther King, Jr. Meet Angela. She works for the U.S. Forest Service and is on temporary assignment in New
I’m pleased to announce that my work was chosen to be included in “Reimagine,” a new exhibit at Plymouth State University’s Museum of the White Mountains, 34 Highland Street, Plymouth, New Hampshire. It’s just up the hill from my studio! Reimagine will feature work by members of the New Hampshire Chapter of the Women’s Caucus
I’m pleased to announce that my work will be included in the New Hampshire Society of Photographic Artists (NHSPA) 24th Annual Member Exhibit. The exhibit will be held January 6-23, 2024 at the Exeter Town Hall Gallery, with an opening reception tomorrow, Saturday, January 6, from 12-4 p.m. It is free and open to the
Happy New Year! Nothing makes me happier than to serve people with a luxurious experience and create portraits that bring joy to them and those who love them. As I prepare to welcome participants in The Over 50 Revolution 2024, I’m pleased to introduce Deb, the last participant in the 2023 project Extraordinary: The over 50 Revolution. I loved getting to know her. We discovered that we are from the same hometown, and we had great fun reminiscing.
One of the best things you can do to support a young actor is help them get professional headshots and portraits. 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. Hair and makeup styling by Donna Cotnoir Casting
As the year comes to an end, I want to thank all of you for being here. It’s been a year of meaningful connections and rewarding work. I have reached several milestones and am looking forward to continuing the work that drives me, starting new projects, and working toward new goals. My “Top Nine” 2023 – the highlights: