"Monica was an excellent choice as she is a great team player and has many wonderful ideas. Her creative skills, organization and attention to detail enable her to excel at a variety of positions." Carlene Murray - School Principle & Teacher
STYLE GUIDE
I got to earn some experience in front of the camera. Remembering that feeling of “what should I do with my hands”, I now designed a style and posing guide and educate my clients to get authentic, natural results.
CHILDOOD EDICATION
I love to work with children!
When relocating to the US I studied childhood education to improve my English skills, which led me to working with children and parents in private and school settings. I enjoy working with kids and with this extra knowledge I can help children feel comfortable and enjoying their special moment in front of the camera.
I'm feeling grateful living in beautiful Marin with my loving, supportive family and pets!
BACKGROUND
Growing up in Germany, I studied Communication Design in Germany and France. I photographed and designed layouts for magazines which I continued when relocating to the U.S. Having worked for advertisement agencies and as a freelance, I designed branding, and marketing campaigns.
In 2018 the food company Coconut Secret hired me as design director to develop and manage all of their social media channels for the following 4 years until the company sold. The position allowed me to create campaigns and advance in food and product photography which led me to a variety of companies I work with now.
STUDIES
Communication Design*: These multimedia studies cover numerous forms of visual story telling from graphic to web design, photography to advertisement. My MA is in photography, branding and social marketing campaign development.
If you seek product photography, have a look at my product portfolio!
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"Monica was an excellent choice as she is a great team player and has many wonderful ideas. Her creative skills, organization and attention to detail enable her to excel at a variety of positions." Carlene Murray - School Principle & Teacher
German Language School of the North Bay (2021 to now)
As a member of the School Board I provide my photography skills for fundraising, and support the non-profit organization with capturing events while managing their social media outlets.
Feel free to contact me if you are a non-profit and would like to connect to Desire To Inspire Studios.
Desire To Inspire Studios (2017 to now)
I am part of this creative group of photographers and artists in Marin who support the community by helping non-profit organizations .
Feel free to contact me if you are a non-profit and would like to connect to Desire To Inspire Studios.
Kiddo! Mill Valley (2016 to 2020)
For four years I volunteered at my son's elementary and middle school with event photography, photography session donations for fundraisers and designing their annual newsletter.
San Rafael Chamber of Commerce (2018 to 2020)
As part of their Ambassador team I supported women in local businesses.
SECOND SHOOTER / ASSISTANT
My son Marco assists as second shooter at Client Photo Events. Blessed with a talented, hardworking teen, he is a magnificent photographer and is a crucial and creative part at many events.
Marco is offering senior and lifestyle sessions for middle and high schoolers at an affordable investment, he confidently leads the photography, while we as a team edit the gallery, we prioritize customer satisfaction.
I love to connect with people and capture all the delightful moments!
It started with my first used full frame Nikon and 50mm at age 15 … which led to photography & design studies. I worked for magazines, graphic and ad agencies. Since 2016 I enjoy photographing full time.
PHOTOGRAPHY
That being said, Lifestyle / Business / Portraits Sessions are available throughout the year indoors and outdoors!
Holiday Sessions and Client Events have become an annual tradition, beginning late August I start photographing sessions around San Francisco’s landmarks and the beautiful countryside in Marin and Bay Area.
Contact me to find out about dates and locations!