Lori's Story

 

Whether it is graduation or the love of a couple joining each other in the sanctity of marriage, it gives me great joy to be connected to these special moments. As a counselor, I understand the power of bonding as a family unit. 

 

When I was about twelve years old, my father gave me my first 35mm film camera for Christmas. I had a lot of fun with it and enjoyed learning to develop photos with my father, a professional studio photographer in Lewiston, NY. However, I did not follow the same career as my father.

 

For twenty years, I worked as a counselor, art therapist, and in ministry. Helping others to see their own worth and beauty would become the most important component of my photography. It wasn't until returning to college that I became aware of my passion for photography and my early influence.

 

Dealing with people’s emotions is a great honor that as a counselor that people entrust to me. Because I am deeply connected to emotions, I realized that being behind the camera for the most joyous occasions, such as weddings and special events were equally rewarding and a privilege.

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For twenty years, I counseled with people from all walks in their difficulties helping to see their own beauty and worth because I can see it even when they don't. I see people with my spirit, and the camera is only another tool I can use to bring that inner beauty out of everyone.

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Happiness and joy, sorrow and despair, these are some of the emotions that are universally felt. When I am making images, I am always seeking to “feel” something. When I feel it, I know I have a great image. Sometimes I am not sure what it is I feel, but it is genuine. 

 

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