Hi there!  Marie McKowen here.

I started LightSmile Photography 20 years ago with one film camera, plenty of moxie, and one visionary artist brain that has kept me in it for the long haul.  I have enjoyed re-defining myself as an artist over the years, embracing the latest technology, discovering my love of teaching, and finding my niche. 

    I like simple, yet intricate.    
    Hilariously funny and deep thoughts.
    Finding harmony in opposites.
    Noticing beauty in the imperfect. 
    Photography means painting with light.
    I love painting with light.
    I love encouraging others to paint with light.
    I love telling a story, capturing a moment that nobody else noticed.

    I love photographing laughter; it cannot be posed, just encouraged. 

    I am intrigued by this quote :
    "When I work, and in my art, I hold hands with God."
    ~Robert Mapplethorpe                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                   Please contact me to schedule a photo shoot. I look forward to hearing from you!      [email protected]