I recently had the pleasure of collaborating with dancer Amanda Whitworth and scenic and lighting designer Matt Kizer to create portraits that combine dance and projections with portraiture. Here is some of what we created. Amanda Whitworth is the Director of Dance at Plymouth State University, and has her own dance company, Tributary Dance. Matt
If you follow my blog, you know that last spring I attended a workshop near Paris that was taught by Sue Bryce. Through that experience, I became involved with a group of photographers from all around the world. They are a group of uncommon artists. They deliberately go out of their way to get together
Note to self: Get more tissues for my clients. Julie and Kate saw their family portraits for the first time today. They were moved to tears. They loved every single one. Here are a few. #happytears Hair & makeup by Ashley Conn
You’re invited to Tuesday Tea Tuesday, October 25, at 10:00 a.m. Hosted by Maundy Mitchell Photography With Keeley Rollert, Mary Kay Independent Beauty Consultant At Maundy Mitchell Photography, 2 Post Office Square, Plymouth, NH Join us! Drink tea–eat pastries–see the studio—relax—chat–connect with others–ask a question–take a work break–get a gift bag from Maundy & Keeley! Maundy
When musician Audrey Drake came to the studio to talk about a portrait session, we talked about making portraits for her upcoming CD, but she also wanted them just for her. Her story is worth reading: “There are no photos of me from the first year of my life. Our house burned down when I
I’m happy to participate in Plymouth’s new Art Walk, “Walkabout Wednesdays” on Wednesday, October 5th, from 4-6pm at the studio, 2 Post Office Square, (on the town common) Plymouth, NH 03264. Please come and enjoy this time to talk about art, see recent work, meet and mingle. Light refreshments will be served. Walkabout Wednesday occurs
Keeley last had professional portraits when she was about ten years old! Now she’s a busy mom and wife, active in her church, and an independent beauty consultant for Mary Kay cosmetics. She recently decided to upgrade her online image with professional headshots. Here are some of her favorites.
When you book a portrait session, I will ask who you’d like to be photographed with. Many clients enjoy this day to themselves. Others love a session with their best friend or mother. Heidi wanted a session for her daughters, and she added “maybe a few portraits of me.” Like most mothers, she’s not often
An author, banker, and beekeeper walked into a bar…wait, no—that’s one person—Shirley! Shirley has written a book about martinis, which will be published in December. She also has a company that produces and sells all natural skin care products. Shirley wanted portraits that she could use for her book, her company website, and some just for her,
When Wanda sets out to achieve something, she will do it. A couple of years ago, when she was approaching 50, she decided she would lose 100 pounds. She did it. I asked her what it took. She said conviction that this is something she wanted and that she was worth it, perseverance – she kept
Even if you are not in business, you likely have an online presence. Like it or not, this presence reflects your style. It’s your image–your “personal brand.” If you’re in business–whether you’re an artist or a banker–photos of you are a big part of how you’re being perceived by your potential clients or customers. Is
This is Velvet Brown. She has been called the leading female tuba soloist in the world. We worked together recently on photos for an upcoming CD for her band, MOJATUBA. MOJA is an acronym for Modern Dance, Original Works, Jazz Styles, and African Influence. She describes it as jazz tuba with a big band feel.
These three beautiful best friends now live in different parts of New Hampshire. They decided it was time for a girls’ day out, so they planned to meet in central NH at my studio in downtown Plymouth. This photo shoot was so much fun for them, and now they will have gorgeous photos of the three of
Jenny’s photo shoot just filled me with joy. She’s a musician, mother, and wife. She decided to take this day with me to create portraits that show the many sides of her: funny, thoughtful, serene, fierce, joyful.
The New Studio Open House was a grand success! It was the first time I opened the doors to the public at my studio at 2 Post Office Square, in downtown Plymouth, NH. It was wonderful to see so many friends and meet new people. Two people were in town from Alabama, and one photographer
Yesterday, a group of local artists, members of the Women’s Caucus for Art, hung our work for an exhibit at Pease Public Library, in Plymouth, NH. The exhibit will run through August 25, 2016. Please come to our Opening Reception, Friday, June 17, from 4 – 6pm. We would love to see you there! Artist Maryellen