Mary Soddy

Mary Soddy

Owner and operator

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location of Mary SoddyMonroe, Wisconsin, United States

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  • Timeline

  • About me

    Owner and Operator of Creative Photography

  • Education

    • Warren High School

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      High School Diploma Graduated in top 10 of class
    • PPA School of Photography

      1994 - 2002
      Master of Photography;Certified Indoor & Outdoor Photography

      Activities and Societies: South Central Photographers Assn, Wisconsin Professional Photographers Assn. Professional Photographers of America, Kiwanis, Monroe Womans Club, Monroe Theatre Guild (board member), Monroe Arts Center & Monroe Arts Center Foundation (board member and recording secretary), Monroe Chamber of Commerce, Monroe Main Street--Publicity Committee. I am one of two board members who represent Green County for the Blackhawk Technical School. BTC has 3 campuses in Janesville, one in Beloit & one in Monroe. In my other life, I'm a musician & singer. I sing with Bel Canto Singers and accompany them from time to time. I also have a few voice & piano students.Last time I was in NYC, I saw "Mamma Mia" and "Lion King".In the last couple years I've done more commercial photography work:Many of my photos were printed in a book for Minhas Brewery about the History of Brewing.When Berghoff staff saw the photos, they had me photograph the new beer labels & left a few bottles for… Show more In my other life, I'm a musician & singer. I sing with Bel Canto Singers and accompany them from time to time. I also have a few voice & piano students.Last time I was in NYC, I saw "Mamma Mia" and "Lion King".In the last couple years I've done more commercial photography work:Many of my photos were printed in a book for Minhas Brewery about the History of Brewing.When Berghoff staff saw the photos, they had me photograph the new beer labels & left a few bottles for me to enjoy! I photographed Loyd Ivey of MiTek for a magazine cover--both in my studio & at the airport in front of his jet!Also photographed artist Jacque Mills-Weir who did outdoor art in a field. She was featured in "Wisconsin People & Ideas"Recertified in 2007--I continue my education specializing in Digital Photography & PhotoshopLife is good! Show less

  • Experience

    • Creative Photography

      Jun 1987 - now
      Owner and operator

      Creative Photography is a studio with much background and experience in many different areas. Since going digital, we have spent much time with Photoshop & improving our services to both the public and businesses. Existing in a small town, a photographer is required to perform a variety of services--from babies to commercial. We like the variety of activities--it keeps us from ever being bored (or boring!)

    • Monroe Arts Center

      Jan 1990 - now
      Recording Secretary for MAC Board & MAC Foundation Board

      The recording secretary takes notes at all meetings & sends them to the secretary to be emailed to all board members.I am also on a list to help out the MAC staff when needed to be a building manager for events like weddings/wedding rehearsals.

    • Blackhawk Technical College

      Jan 2004 - Jan 2015
      Board Member

      My responsibilities included attending board meetings & helping to decide policies for the school.

    • Mary's Music Studio

      Jan 2009 - now
      Owner and operator

      Teaching piano, voice and performance to all ages

    • Monroe Theatre Guild

      Jan 2009 - now
      Board member

      My responsibilities include taking photos at all events & having head shots taken & printed for all shows.

    • Art & Antiques of Monroe, WI

      Dec 2017 - now
      Owner and Operator

      We have a small art gallery for local artists.Also have antiques & collectiblesWe are planning on taking articles for resale...taking professional photos & using social media to advertise.

  • Licenses & Certifications

    • Certified Photographer

      PPA--Professional Photographers of America
  • Volunteer Experience

    • Many different activities as a volunteer

      Issued by Kiwanis, Womans Club, Monroe Arts Center, Monroe Theatre Guild, Monroe Main Street
      Kiwanis, Womans Club, Monroe Arts Center, Monroe Theatre Guild, Monroe Main StreetAssociated with Mary Soddy