Visionary Brand & Retreat

Photographer + Videographer

Helping Women Show Up in Their Fullest Essence

📍 Based in Southern Maine | Creating Worldwide

Images on this page by Ray Spears, Miranda Ryan, Em Frost, Jessica LaFleur

Hi, I’m Monica,

Photographer, videographer, creative alchemist.

For over 18 years, I’ve helped visionary women, creative leaders, and soulful brands step into their fullest essence through powerful, high-impact visuals.

I don’t just capture what you do—I capture who you are.

With a high-touch, deeply guided approach, I co-create imagery that feels alive, cinematic, and deeply intentional. My work blends photography, videography, and somatic movement to create visuals that don’t just look beautiful—they move people.

Working with me means you’re fully supported, start to finish. From creative brainstorming to final delivery, I’m in your corner—guiding, refining, and ensuring every detail aligns with your vision.

This isn’t just about getting photos and videos. It’s about creating a visual legacy that embodies your impact.

I believe in:
Quality Over Quantity – Every image and video is curated with care. I personally hand-edit each piece to ensure it meets the highest standard—no rushed AI edits, no outsourcing. Just artistry, intention, and attention to detail.

Care & Connection – When we create together, we’re not just exchanging services. We’re building trust, bringing your essence forward, and making sure you feel fully seen, fully supported, and fully celebrated.

Slow, Intentional Craftsmanship – In a world that prioritizes speed, I prioritize depth. Every session is thoughtfully planned, creatively guided, and designed to produce visuals that last.

Embodied Storytelling – Movement is a powerful tool in my work. Whether through a gentle breath, a shift in posture, or a moment of stillness, I use somatic movement techniques to help you feel at home in front of the lens.

The Power of Presence – Your first impression isn’t your logo, fonts, or colors—it’s YOU. I capture that presence in a way that resonates, magnetizes, and expands your brand’s reach.

A Deeper Look at My Approach

My Story

  • 2006

    The Leap
    I started my business with no niche, no plan, and no idea what I was doing. I photographed everything—fitness shoots, families, weddings, little league games. But confidence? That took time.

  • 2012

    Making Moves
    I moved to Massachusetts, restarted my business from the ground up, and began photographing yoga festivals, entrepreneurs, and brands—including Wanderlust Festival (one of my biggest dream gigs at the time!).

  • 2016

    The First Retreat
    I was invited to Costa Rica to capture my first-ever retreat. It was a turning point. I realized my deepest calling: documenting transformational experiences through photography and video.

  • 2019

    A Year of Expansion
    I opened my own studio, led a six-month creative workshop series, taught somatic movement at a yoga festival, and captured more retreats than ever before.

  • 2023

    The Maine Chapter
    I moved to Maine, bought my first home, and captured seven retreats in a single year—a new record! I deepened my expertise as a Brand & Retreat Photographer, guided 17 women through a life-changing ceremony in Sedona, and launched The Initiation Private Retreat.

  • 2025

    A New Era
    The biggest, boldest year yet. Fully stepping into my power. Elevating my artistry. Guiding women to be fully seen, fully expressed, and fully celebrated through transformational photography and videography.

My Mission

I’m here to help visionary women, soulful brands, and creative leaders share their work with the world through high-impact, deeply intentional imagery.

This isn’t about taking photos. It’s about being seen, being felt, and being remembered.

A note from me:

I am a proud woman of color and I live my values in my business. I am committed to working with women, femmes, non-binary, transgender, and gender-nonconforming individuals across Maine, New Hampshire, Massachusetts, Vermont, Connecticut, and worldwide.

A portion of funds from every session is donated to mutual aid efforts supporting Black, non-binary, and transgender individuals and organizations.