When trust wins over doubt.

Realizing how special Studio’ELLE is, I knew I wanted to create more women-centric events in her. Ones that dig deeper and connect us on another level. Because, when you enter her, she makes you feel comfortable, safe & happy.

So, when I told Jennifer Ransaw Smith about what I wanted to do, she called me within seconds breathless & excited.

Aren’t you?

Yes.

But, I doubted we could fill the space. And I had 1 million “what ifs” swirling around in my head. But, Jennifer knew. She felt it in her bones.

Trust.
Trust in the universe.
Yoga & The Beat was born. Trust in Emily Lodge, a local yogini – who we didn’t know. Trust that women would show.

And 17 mats later we set our intentions with yoga as our guide in a candlelit space at dusk to the beat of music.

When trust wins over doubt.

Realizing how special Studio’ELLE is, I knew I wanted to create more women-centric events in her. Ones that dig deeper and connect us on another level. Because, when you enter her, she makes you feel comfortable, safe & happy.

So, when I told Jennifer Ransaw Smith about what I wanted to do, she called me within seconds breathless & excited.

Aren’t you?

Yes.

But, I doubted we could fill the space. And I had 1 million “what ifs” swirling around in my head. But, Jennifer knew. She felt it in her bones.

Trust.
Trust in the universe.
Yoga & The Beat was born. Trust in Emily Lodge, a local yogini – who we didn’t know. Trust that women would show.

And 17 mats later we set our intentions with yoga as our guide in a candlelit space at dusk to the beat of music.

Makeup Master Class: Master your Beauty– MAY 19, 2019

Join Studio’ELLE for a fun, interactive and informative makeup master class.  In this workshop, you will gain the confidence to shop for and apply a flawless day look and easily prepare for a more complex and stunning evening look.

Studio’ELLE resident makeup artist, Meaghan Whalen, shares her years of experience and expertise with us!  Her passion about makeup and skincare is contagious and we hope to see you there!

Sip champagne, bring your girlfriends and prepare to get gorgeous!

Areas of Focus:

• Skincare for flawless makeup
• Fundamentals of makeup application
• Color selection
• Common mistakes
• Pro Tips
• Buying recommendations

**This class will be interactive, and Meaghan will be taking volunteers from the audience for demonstrations.

HerMind Magazine’s Winter 2018 Issue is available now. Be sure to check out Her Mind Magazine for amazing articles on Howard County, MD women. I work with the magazine as a contributing photographer, photographing strong women with great stories. Pictured above is cover woman Anuja Sonalker, founder of Steer-Tech, art direction by Melissa Carstensen of Queen Bee Studio, make-up and hair by Meaghan Whalen of Fleurt Beauty and photography by moi.
More articles below:

Image of Anjua Sonalker from the cover and article “Auto Pilot”

Image of Lieutenant Amy Breznak from the article “Female Force”

Women in Business, networking in Howard County, from the article “Getting Connected”

Recently I was featured in WorkingMother.com for my work with badass working moms. I myself am a working mom and feel the tug in both directions, creative entrepreneur and supportive mother. Of course not all women I photograph are mom’s but I do love supporting and photographing those working ladies.

Below are those featured in the article “Badass Photographer Takes Portraits of Other Badass Working Moms, and the Results Are Stunning“:

Caprece Jackson-Garrett, Business Owner

Carmen Perkins, Business Consultant

Alisa Silverman, Company Founder and CEO

Alison Freeman, Company Founder

Elliot Azzam, Designer and Business Owner

Jeannette Kendall, Nonprofit Founder

Jennifer R. Smith, Personal Brand and Elevation Strategist

Jodi Hume, Personal Strategist and Facilitator

Julie Reisler, Author, Life Designer

Kiki L’Italien, Digital Marketing Strategist

This is the 2nd annual Women’s Unity Artisan Market!

A boutique-style Holiday Craft Market brimming with lady vendors of all kinds!

Dec. 11th 5:00 pm-9:ish pm in the studio of Mary Gardella located at the Clipper Mill near Woodberry Kitchen.

Grab a beverage courtesy of Lyon Distilling Company and Le Monade, and support local artisans while you find items for holiday gift giving. There will be a variety of vendors from jewelers to unique household items – as well as artisan treats.

Event design by Sentimental Fools Events.
Please RSVP on eventbrite too! And visit my Facebook or Instagram page for vendor updates!
Vendors Include:
5 Cow Farm Boards
Annie Howe Papercuts
Barbara Ogden Fine Arts
EaarthBones
Johari Made
Lilypad Quilts
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Skin Juice
Wight Tea Co.
Yummy & Company