The UnCorporate Headshot Blog

I’ve known Lisa for many years through our membership in the Rotary Club of Carroll Creek. After I had my son, she helped me get my shoulder back in working order- carrying around a giant baby plus 15+ years of lugging around heavy camera equipment had me in a bad spot. Lisa got me all […]

What a treat to be asked back again to photograph The Catoctin Affair! While I’ve been photographing the event since 2015, 2023 was the 25th anniversary of the event. “All of us, at some time or other, need help. Whether we’re giving or receiving help, each one of us has something valuable to bring to […]

Kelly wanted a fresh new headshot for her fresh new job! We will miss her in Frederick, but wish her all the best as she heads down the Beltway for a new gig. Thanks for hanging out with me, Kelly!

TGIF! Did you know I offer an itty bitty headshot session during family sessions? A few years ago, I figured, well, why not? You’re already dressed up and in a beautiful spot- it’s worth offering. Did you know I offer an itty bitty headshot session during family sessions? A few years ago, I figured, well, […]

Happy 2023! For many of us, today is the first day back in the office with kiddos at school. Working parents are a special breed- can you tell a two-year-old is literally climbing on her mama’s back?! Rockstar.

They say all good things must come to an end, but dang if I’m not sad about it. The lease on my beautiful studio that I share with Sue of Give Rise Studio has come to its conclusion. When we first started to come to grips with this news, we were both so sad. Depressed, […]

“Mary Kate was such a wonderful photographer. As someone who deeply dreads that much attention on me, I was not expecting to have such a lovely time getting to know her and to feel so comfortable throughout the session. I couldn’t recommend her more!” Chinny S.

“A book must start somewhere. One brave letter must volunteer to go first, laying itself on the line in an act of faith, from which a word takes heart and follows, drawing a sentence into its wake. From there, a paragraph amasses, and soon a page, and the book is on its way, finding a […]

Judy needed some headshots ASAP for a business project and we were able to deliver them for her! We got a perfect weather day and knocked out a few spots at a local garden during our twenty-minute mini headshot session. If you’re one of those folks who “just needs one good shot” of yourself for […]

“MK is very mindful and supportive helping to create photos that capture your unique personality. She went above and beyond to help me capture some amazing business and branding shots. I will always use her as my go-to photographer. Can’t wait till our next shoot!” -Nicole B.