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Hi there! My name is Carrie Stadelman, a portrait artist in Jackson, MI. Growing up I was the little girl who had a raspy voice, the girl who talked too fast and too loud, who had buck teeth because I secretly sucked my thumb until I was 12, and had a laugh that could be heard for miles. These were traits I desperately tried to hide in fear of getting made fun of and was scared of being judged.

Despite the years of hiding, my parents never gave a second thought to those traits. I can remember walking thru my parents hallways and seeing beautiful portraits made of my sisters and I incorporating all of the hobbies we loved so much. It was like they had a small art gallery showcasing the most important aspects of their lives. To this day, I remember the photo shoots, where we were, what the weather was like, and how we all felt.  It gives me a sense of connection to my home, and to my family.  They make me smile every time I see them.

I believe the art you display should showcase the most important pieces of your life.

 

I am a daughter, sister, wife, mother, pet lover, portrait photographer, and karaoke queen(ok ok, I secretly want to be Carrie Underwood!).  

I was the girl who dreamed one day of being more, helping more, doing more.  

I talk about a mile a minute(sometimes faster when I get super excited).

I have about 200% energy all of the time.

I have a love/hate relationship with chocolate(I hate that I LOVE it so much).  And I could not make it through a Michigan winter without my hot coco and marshmallows.  

I love a good cry; I think it helps cleanse the soul and clear the mind.

I can always find a song to match my mood, inspire me or drive me. And you can frequently see me singing very loudly in my car!

When I write, I use way too many !!! and too many :):):):):)

I am originally from " Up North" but have found my place here in Jackson, Michigan.

 

My Education has been very important to me and has helped me because a better photographer to serve all my clients needs. I became a certified professional photographer in 2010 and received my Master of Photography Degree from Professional Photographers of America in 2016.  My bachelor's degree was from Albion College before I studied at the prestigious Brooks Institute of Photography in Santa Barbara, California. 

While getting a great education is important, I feel continuing that pursuit thru my whole career is even more.  This way I stay up to date on the newest techniques and trends in the industry.  I am a member of Professional Photographers of America, Professional Photographers of Michigan and am past president of Michigan Triangle Professional Photographers Association.  I also enter the International Photographic Competition each year to sharpen my skills.  I have been honored enough to win awards but my most exciting was 3rd place in the Grand Imaging Awards in the Commercial category in 2014.

Carrie Stadelman is known nationally for her skill and artistry in her portraits and commercial imagery.  Some of her accomplishments are become a Master Photographer and a Certified Professional Photographer through the Professional Photographers of America.

She has also received many awards for her images in the International Print Competition.  Carrie's images have landed her a 3rd place in the Grand Imaging Awards for her commercial work.

 

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