The Motherhood Anthology is excited to introduce a new chapter in our journey—TMA Reimagined. We are thrilled to announce that we now have 13 incredible mentors, all of whom are industry leaders in the motherhood photography business. Each mentor brings their unique expertise, vision, and passion, making TMA a richer and more diverse community.
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Our Mentors
Katie Lamb
Years in Business: 16
Location: Dallas, TX
Expertise: Session Videos & Adding Value to Your Business, Mastering Light & Airy Photography, Defining What Success Means to You
Danielle Hobbs
Years in Business: 17
Location: Washington D.C. / Northern VA
Expertise: Newborn Posing & Videos
Shannon Griffin
Years in Business: 13
Location: Palm Beach, FL
Expertise: Boudoir and Family, In-Person Sales, High-touch process
Kate Grabowski (Kate Marie Portraiture)
Years in Business: 23
Location: Dallas/Fort Worth, TX
Expertise: Maternity and Motherhood Portraits
Laura Esmond (Reese & Co Portraits)
Years in Business: 24
Location: Denver, CO
Expertise: Business, Selling, Maternity/Newborn
Laura Gattis
Years in Business: 11
Location: Tampa, FL
Expertise: Maternity, Motherhood and Video
Marie Tilkens (Marie Elizabeth Photography)
Years in Business: 8
Location: Washington D.C./Maryland/Northern VA
Expertise: Posing, Adding Products, Hybrid Workflow
Adrianne Shelton (Beatific Visions Photography)
Years in Business: 8
Location: Richmond, VA
Expertise: Family Photography, Session Styling, Natural Posing
Sara Bywaters-Baldwin (Willow Canvas)
Years in Business: 6
Location: Culpepper, VA
Expertise: Hand-Painted Backdrops and Helping Women Use Art to Listen to their Bodies and Center their Lives
Kristin Sweeting (Dangerous Creatives)
Years in Business: 14
Location: Nashville, TN
Expertise: Luxury Pricing, Marketing, Mindset, Building Multiple Streams of Revenue or Personality Brands as Part of Your Business
Valerie Vaughan (Valerie Callan Photography)
Years in Business: 12
Location: Huntsville, AL
Expertise: Motherhood, Newborns, and Families on Film and Hybrid Editing
Melissa Arlena
Years in Business: 15
Location: Charlottesville/Richmond, VA
Expertise: SEO and Blogging for Photographers, Family and Motherhood Photography
Elizabeth Messina
Years in Business: 20+
Location: Southern, CA
Expertise: Capturing the Beauty of Women, Film Photography, Longevity in Photography Business
A New Vision for TMA
At TMA, we believe that there is more than one path to success. Each of our mentors has followed their unique journey to get where they are today, and they are eager to share their insights with our community. This diversity of experience and perspective is what makes TMA truly special.
We are excited to see how this new chapter will unfold, with each mentor bringing their distinct voice to the table. Whether you are just starting your journey in motherhood photography or are looking to take your business to the next level, our mentors are here to guide, inspire, and support you every step of the way.
Join Us in Celebrating This New Era
TMA Reimagined is more than just a new lineup of mentors; it’s a celebration of the many paths to success in the motherhood photography industry. We are thrilled to have these 13 amazing mentors on board and can’t wait to see the impact they will have on our community.
Stay tuned for more exciting updates and opportunities to learn from these incredible industry leaders. The future of TMA is brighter than ever, and we’re so glad to have you along for the journey.
Are You Ready To Join The Motherhood Anthology Membership?
TMA is more than just a group; it's a lively, welcoming space where wisdom flows freely, and experience is shared with open hearts. Our wonderful mentors, educators, and fellow photographers are here to offer their insights and support, helping you shine even brighter. Whether you're looking to sharpen your photography skills, dive into marketing, branding, pricing, or SEO, or simply find inspiration and connect with others who share your passion, TMA is the perfect place to grow and thrive together.
We only open up our membership periodically, so make sure you check us out today so you don’t miss out!
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MORE ABOUT TMA:
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- SUBSCRIBE TO OUR PODCAST – If you have not already subscribed to our podcast... you absolutely should! We come out with a new episode every Tuesday morning that is created specifically for motherhood photography business owners. And, while you are there, we would love for you to leave us a rating and review!
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