Susan
Beard •
Karen
Gangloff •
Julia
Lehman •
Tracey
Williams
Joanne
Posse •
Christine
Foster •
Laurence
Kelly
 Susan Beard Owner/Photographer |
Renowned
Philadelphia photographer Susan Beard began Susan Beard Design Studio in 1990.
Her vision for the studio incorporates a dynamic formula the results of which
are images that are alive, captivating the "decisive moment" whether the
subject is a lively celebration, a commercial portrait, or a momentous event.
She credits the success of the studio on this formula combining a team of
talented, personable, client-oriented artists with the highest standards of
excellence in quality, innovation, and service. Photographers selected for the team at Susan Beard Design Studio are studied artists that exhibit a passion and dedication to the artistic medium of photography. Most continue to contribute to their art and the studio actively supports their individual talents. Together, these independent artists collaborate to continually produce extraordinary works for the studio's clientele. This is achieved in an energetic atmosphere of professionalism, respect, and communication where new works and new ideas converge. In all aspects this formula continually asks: "What else can we do?" Here, creative energy is born and continually fed by each member of the team's commitment to excellence. Working collaboratively as well with the photographer-artists, the studio's clients respond to innovation - to something more than ordinary. They feel secure in the professional standards of the studio and sense the creative spirit and living innovation that captures the flow and energy of their subject in images delivered with unsurpassed quality and service. As a result, the studio has grown exponentially with a network of returning and referred clients. Philadelphia's top hotels and event planners also recommend Susan Beard Design Studio to their clients. In addition to their private clients, corporate clients include: Turner Construction, Bellevue Park Hyatt, William Penn Foundation, CDNOW.Com, Freeman Decorating (Republican National Convention), KB Consultants, 3000bc, Robertson Florist, D4 Advertising, Julian J. Studley, Smith Mack ONCOR International, Culinary Concepts Catering, Prudential, Fox & Roach, Samuel & Ballard, Attorneys at Law… Susan Beard has been highlighted at countless galleries and art shows throughout the region over the years. Most recently she was awarded second place in the Mayfair National Jurried Exhibition. Additionally, her work was selected for the renowned Phillip's Mill Photographic Jurried Exhibition in New Hope, Pennsylvania. She was awarded the Elizabeth Schuman Memorial Award for photographic excellence. Her work has been featured in Philadelphia Magazine, Elegant Weddings, and Philadelphia Weddings. Susan Beard studied photography and design at the Moore College of Art in Philadelphia and fine art photography at the Parsons School of Design in Paris, France. |
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| Susan Beard
Design Studio manager, Karen Gangloff brings many talents and over 20 years
management experience to the studio. Karen personally meets with many of the
clients regarding their event and reviews event packages, services, and
products that the studio has to offer. As the wedding coordinator, Karen is the liaison between the client and the photographer. She focuses on the client's needs to ensure a shared vision with the artistic talents of each studio photographer. Karen loves being the woman behind the scenes, overseeing all the day to day operations and committed to ensuring that the studio runs with grace and ease. |
 Karen Gangloff Studio Manager/ Wedding Coordinator |
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 Julia Lehman Photographer |
Julia Lehman has
been a part of Susan Beard Design Studio since 1996. She feels honored to
document special occasions and defines her success as a photographer not only
by the beautiful images created, but also by how strong a connection she can
form with the client. Combining her photojournalistic talents and artistic
style, she unobtrusively enters their moment with a connected presence that
sensitively captures images that reflect the beauty and spirit of the occasion.
As one couple wrote, "We want to thank you for being so wonderful. Your
patience and fun loving personality helped make our day even more special! We
have had many compliments about you!" Julia's fine art degree comes from the Art Institute of Philadelphia where she graduated top in her class. Her vast experience and impressive portfolio landed her the position of staff photographer at the Philadelphia City Paper where she was honored with the 1998 Society for Professional Journalists Award as well as the 1998 Keystone State Award for photojournalism. Julia's fine art has been displayed in many gallery shows in the greater Philadelphia area. Most recently her work was exhibited at Perkins Art Center's Jurried International Photography Show in Moorestown, New Jersey. In 1999 she won the Elizabeth Shuman Memorial Award at Phillip's Mill Photographic Jurried Exhibition in New Hope, Pennsylvania. Her passions for spirituality and photography merge to form her distinct documentary style in fine art, capturing human and cultural spirit on film. This culminating in her forming Vision 13 Photography, LLC, a virtual gallery that presents her fine art work. Events - Editorial - Commercial - Portraits - Fine Art |
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| Tracey Williams is what some people would call a
natural. Photography has always been her first love, from photographing the
subject to working in the darkroom and then creating the exact image she
envisioned. It is this precision and dedication that caught Susan Beard's eye
in 1998. Today, Tracey is an integral part of the team. During non-obtrusive
portrait sessions and documentary style reception shots, Tracey puts clients at
ease while she designs the story to be told through her evocative images.
Tracey also oversees all of the post-production work at Susan Beard Design
Studio. She meets with clients to design albums, collages and other creative
presentations for photographs. Tracey has shown her fine art in numerous regional art exhibitions including the Rouges Gallery in Old City Philadelphia to benefit Woman's Way and The Phillips Mill Photographic Jurried Exhibition in New Hope, Pennsylvania. She excels at capturing the human body underwater, a passion she developed during her senior thesis at Roanoke College. Her vibrant fine art images submerge her viewers in a serene, sensual, otherworldly landscape. Events - Commercial - Portrait - Underwater Photography |
 Tracey Williams Photographer/ Designer |
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 Joanne Posse Photographer/ Designer |
Joanne Posse has
always been fascinated with the art of photography. Capturing unique moments
and images on film came easily for this photographer. Since she graduated from
the Philadelphia Art Institute in 1997, Joanne's work has been published in
Philadelphia Magazine, Player Magazine and International Jeweler Magazine. She
has also worked for fashion show producers and modeling agencies both in
Philadelphia and New York City. Her clients include: Aida Armani Color Group,
First Union Securities, Share the Joy Productions, Salon L'Etoile, Michelle
Winitsky Interior Design, Kimberly Teti Jewelers. Her fashion show work has
included runway shows at Philadelphia's Club Evolution and Club Envy. The
energy and excitement of the runway is captured perfectly by Joanne's cutting
edge style. As one of Susan Beard Design Studio's photographers, Joanne combines all of her skills with her enthusiasm for working with clients. The result, as all of her clients will tell you, is a storybook documentary captured on film. Each shot more romantic than the last. Joanne also pursues her passion as a fine art photographer. Her fine art focuses on European landscapes, capturing the architectural beauty of other cultures. Her most recent work focuses on the enchanting elegance of the provincial countryside in the south of France. Events - Fashion - Architectural - Commercial |
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| With a dual degree in photography and fashion studies
from the Parsons School of Design in New York, Christine Foster has developed
an eye for precision and spontaneity. These qualities combined with her passion
for the industry have enabled her to join Susan Beard Design Studio's team of
photographers. Since early 1999, Christine has been an integral part of the
studio, from photographing an event to overseeing all post production of an
event as an album designer. Since graduation, Christine has aligned herself with some of New York City's finest production studios. Her photojournalistic style was further developed when she worked for New Jersey's renowned Courier Post Newspaper. As a working fine artist, Christine has entered several regional fine art exhibits this year. From the Markheim Art Center Faculty and Member show in Haddonfield, New Jersey where she also teaches a photography course, to the prestegious Phillips Mill Photographic Jurried Exhibition in New Hope, Pennsylvania. In addition, the Center for the Arts in South Jersey-Invitational Exhibition in Marlton had the honor of exhibiting her images. Christine has become an invaluable team player and will continue to support the creative vision of the studio. Events - Portraits - Commercial |
 Christine Foster Photographer/ Designer |
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| Laurence Kelly has an established career as a
photojournalist in the Philadelphia region. As a staff photographer for the
Calkins Newspapers and freelance photographer for several national magazines,
Laurence has perfected his documentary style of photography. Prior to his move
to Philadelphia, Laurence worked in New York City with several renowned
Manhattan photographers. "Unobtrusive" and "unseen" are how his clients describe him. Laurence personifies a true photojournalist in that he can capture the essence of a moment without disturbing the surroundings. Laurence has been associated with Susan Beard Design Studio since 1998 and continues to support the studio's mission for continued excellence and recognition as one of the most renowned photography studios in the Philadelphia region. Events - Editorial - Commercial |
 Laurence Kelly Photographer |
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