Another Pet Portrait Commission — Marla the Greyhouse

Marla's painting
I’m excited to share my latest painting commission… a friend reached out when her pup, Marla passed away during COVID-19… I have done numerous creative projects for them over the years (family photography, senior portraits & paintings)… she knew that I would be able to capture Marla in her favorite element… sunning herself & smelling
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Tips to Stay Happy, Healthy + Business Growth

Labrinyth
How to use “self-isolation” as a tool for personal growth! Now that you’re prepped for “self-isolation” and you have enough toilet paper, junk food and wine to host Coachella in your backyard (but you can’t actually invite anyone over!) WTF are you going to do with all of your extra time? Here’s a few ideas to
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Commissioned Paintings to Remember a Loved One

Two months ago I was contacted by a gentleman who wanted to commission a painted portrait. I told him that we had experience doing that type of work and we would love to talk to him about his request. What we didn’t know was that the commission request was to create a painting of his
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Muggle’s Painting!!

Muggle's painting
Recently I was commissioned by a networking friend to create a painting of his girlfriend’s dog, Muggle. I had no idea what the source photo he was going to give me. But, after a special “secret” camping trip they took, he sent me photos of her pup in “action”. When I say action, I couldn’t
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“SoCo Neighbors” Joins the ImageWerks Family

Another publication has joined the ImageWerks family… We are very grateful to be the lead photographer for this new magazine, SoCo Neighbors. This is a new magazine that is dedicated to the South Fairfax communities of Barrington & Crosspointe. We are enjoying working with them and getting to know this amazing community. Do you or your
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Kathy to be a part of Create You Telesummit!

This is a direct repost of the email I got this morning from my friend, teacher & mentor… Whitney Freya. She has put together a superb group of creative coaches for the Create You! telesummit that starts today! I hope you join me in the conversation this evening @ 7pm ET …. Dear kathy, You
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Artist Turned Entrepreneur – Potomac Local article

Very honored to have been interviewed for this article in today’s Potomac Local. Hope you enjoy it! All of this came out of a visit by friend to my BNI | Woodbridge Connection chapter… networking works! http://potomaclocal.com/2013/09/03/artist-turned-entrepreneur-strauss-volunteerism-community-involvement-key-to-success/
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Joe & Kelly get married!

This was a beautiful June wedding – a hot summer day too! But, Joe & Kelly were glowing and so excited to be getting married. The ceremony took place at All Saints Catholic Church in Manassas, VA — with the reception at Virginia Oaks Golf Club. I am really super honored to have been accompanied
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Using Photographs to Support Content Marketing

I saw this post the other day & it was too good not to repost here. It’s everything I’ve been coaching my clients with FOR EONS! Enjoy… & if you have questions or would like to have me come in for a consultation to discuss your organization’s photography strategy, leave us a comment.
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What Do Art & Education Have to Do with One Another?

What does being a kid again & creativity have to do with one another? It’s a thought that crosses many people’s minds, especially when I hear comments being made such as, “oh, to be a kid again—I can do whatever I want!” or “oh, when I put that paint brush in my hand, I feel free
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