Here are some recent post card designs I put together for the Springfield Art Museum for their upcoming exhibits. 

If you're looking for a Graphic Designer to create postcards or other marketing materials, feel free to reach out for a free quote!

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designingindie@gmail.com
417-848-0932

As a former actress, I understand the need for professional headshots that look and represent the best version of you and showcase the different types of roles you will be going out for. I also know how much actors dread headshots--it can feel awkward. Believe it or not, many actors, though they may seem outgoing or used to be the center of attention, only feel comfortable in the center of the stage with a script in head or hand. 

There are a couple things I do to try to make sure anyone I shoot with feels comfortable, relaxed, and confident for their shoot. I always like to ask for music preferences to create a custom playlist of each client's favorite tunes. I also have a hair and make-up counter with a well lit mirror, extra make-up and hair supplies for any assistance or touch ups that need to happen.

I want every shoot to feel organic and I want every client to feel creative and confident throughout the process. The great thing about shooting digitally--there's no pressure, there's no bad idea or pose--if it doesn't work, it's just one button to delete. And I never put time limits on my shoots--we shoot until we feel confident we got "the shot" a few times over. 

For this session, we shot for about an hour and got over 500 photos to choose from. In my typical process, I would do a round 1 edit on all those photos, then narrow the photos down from there  by eliminating photos so similar they are nearly duplicates, photos that are slightly different due to facial expression or focus by choosing the best photos. I would generally narrow it down to 100-200 that would go on to the final editing process. And then narrow it down one more time to the best 50-150 photos to deliver to the client. 

In this case, Lisa wanted more participation in the photo selection process, so she went through the list of nearly 500 photos to cull down her favorites to move on to the final editing and retouching process. At the end of the day, for actors, you'll only end up using 1 photo of each look typically to get printed or add to online casting profiles. 

If you are in need of professional headshots, don't hesitate to reach out!

Email: DesigningIndie@gmail.com
​Call or Text: 417-848-0932

I first met Lisa Brescia when she came to see a play I was acting in at Springfield Contemporary Theatre. We chatted afterwards and discovered we had a bit in common--we both were from Wisconsin, ended up studying acting at the American Academy of Dramatic Arts in New York, and we both ended up living in Springfield, MO. One key difference? Lisa's Broadways acting credits. 

When she reached out to me some time later to schedule a creative photoshoot session, it was just before the pandemic hit and everything shut down. I was so excited for our shoot and then, as with almost every aspect of our lives, it got postponed. So, when she reached out this year to reschedule it, I was elated. One of her ideas for our shoot was a black and white session in an oversized white button up. This style of shoot immediately brought to mind the work of one of my favorite photographers of all time: Peter Lindbergh. His images of women in white button ups or dressed androgynously on the beach are some of my favorite photos. I couldn't wait to dip my toe into this style with one of my favorite actresses in an ode to one of my favorite photographers. 

The session was everything I hoped it would be...creative fun, paired with stimulating conversation. I always leave conversations with Lisa inspired and feeling warm with gratitude for the interaction. 

If you ever have the chance to see her perform, I couldn't recommend it more!

If you are interested in scheduling your own creative portrait session, or in gifting a creative portrait session to someone, don't hesitate to reach out!

Email: DesigningIndie@gmail.com
​Call or Text: 417-848-0932

I strongly suggest checking out the Linda Lopez: Long Lost exhibit at the Springfield Art Museum. It is absolutely dreamy! 

If you need someone to photograph your art exhibits or events, or do the graphic design for your marketing initiatives (postcards, banners (like the ones shown above), ads, and posters) don't hesitate to reach out!

Contact
Email: designingindie@gmail.com
Text or Call: 417-848-0932

Loved creating this headshot and fun Christmas session for Nicole Chilton's kiddos! So fun!

If your kiddo needs headshots, a school photo re-do, or a fun holiday session for Christmas cards--don't hesitate to reach out!

Email: designingindie@gmail.com
Text or Call: 417-848-0932

This couple's fall photoshoot session kept giving me When Harry Met Sally vibes. God, I love that movie! It felt wonderful to be surrounded by fall leaves, blue skies, calm waters, a warm sun and cool breeze, and these two's love. Pinch me!

Also, hats! I love hats. I knew this session was going to be a good one when they each pulled out hats. Hat people are my kind of people.

Take advantage of this fall season--it will be gone before you know it! Or plan ahead and book your Christmas card session now!

It was an honor to shoot new headshots for American Musical Theater Composer and Singer Craig Carnelia! 

As someone who started my adult life studying theatre in New York and eventually ended up in Springfield, MO...getting to share some time with and photograph this Tony nominated composer who has also made his home in Springfield, Mo was a real treat. 

Whether you need new headshots because you are an actor, an author, or in any field (which is most these days) that requires some kind of professional portrait, shoot me a message!

This was a special senior session + mother/son family session. I am so impressed by all the teenagers I've shot lately for their senior portraits. On this session, we bonded over our shared interest of the Russian language, movies, and architecture. They showed me a magical Ferris Bueller mural that I had no idea existed just off of Commercial Street. 

We also shot some family photos with William and his mom TJ. They were so sweet together--it's so awesome to shoot kids and parents when you can tell they are actually really great friends. 

If you are interested in updating your family photos or booking a senior session, shoot me a message!

Email, Call, or Text to book!
Designingindie@gmail.com
417-848-0932

Family photos with kids are becoming one of my favorite things to shoot. I love using a sense of play to get kids who are getting to a point of "over it" in a photoshoot to reengage and use it as an opportunity to really capture their personalities. In this case, that looked like "arrroooooing" like a dog while running and chasing and hiding. To me, that's a great day at work!

If you're looking for some fall family photos in Springfield, MO...don't hesitate to reach out. It's a beautiful time of year around here and I'd be honored to capture your family in all their wildness.

This was my first newsletter design for the Springfield Art Museum (October, November, December 2021 issue). This quarterly newsletter was 20 pages full of art, images, info, and design elements. I really enjoy putting together newsletters and booklets. You can flip through the newsletter online here, or flip through the hardcopy if you're subscribed to receive the newsletter from the Springfield Art Museum.

I also created some marketing materials for the Springfield Art Museum's upcoming Linda Lopez: Long Lost exhibit. Here is the postcard and building banners created for this exhibit. 

If you are looking for a graphic designer to create your newsletter, booklet, postcards, banners or other marketing materials--shoot me a message and let's talk!