portraits from TEDxAmoskeagMillyard 2013: the presenters

Continuing yesterday's post: these presenters (the host, speakers, and artists) excelled in their respective tasks. I didn't want to ask them for a portrait prior to being on stage: some were clearly (and understandably) nervous, so being relaxed and open to a portrait would have been difficult or even impossible. The one exception to this was the host Virginia Prescott: being a host for NHPR, I knew she'd be comfortable on stage; and she'd be occupied all day, so she became one of my first subjects.

I'm grateful to everyone who agreed to sit for me during a full and hectic schedule. The entire experience of the TEDx conference—the people, the presentations, the portraits—made for an unforgettable day.

The full set of portraits is also available on my website.

Virginia Prescott, 2013.
Photograph by Matthew Lomanno.

Victoria Arlen, 2013.
Photograph by Matthew Lomanno.

Aaron Tolson, 2013.
Photograph by Matthew Lomanno.

Dick Anagnost, 2013.
Photograph by Matthew Lomanno.

Dr. Felix Warneken, 2013.
Photograph by Matthew Lomanno.

Elaine Hamel, 2013.
Photograph by Matthew Lomanno.

Sy Montgomery, 2013.
Photograph by Matthew Lomanno.

Heather & Shaunna Murphy, 2013.
Photograph by Matthew Lomanno.

Kusum Ailawadi, 2013.
Photograph by Matthew Lomanno.

Pete Worrell, 2013.
Photograph by Matthew Lomanno.

Meryl Levin, 2013.
Photograph by Matthew Lomanno.

Randolph Langenbach, 2013.
Photograph by Matthew Lomanno.

Dan Habib, 2013.
Photograph by Matthew Lomanno.

Elizabeth Resnick, 2013.
Photograph by Matthew Lomanno.

portraits from TEDxAmoskeagMillyard 2013: the team

When I photographed the 2013 TEDxAmoskeagMillyard conference, I had realized the night prior what a wonderful opportunity I had to create portraits of the volunteer speakers, performers, and organizers. So decided at the last minute to bring a small portable studio to the event, find a few square feet of space, and work like mad to cover the event and to spend just a few precious minutes tracking down each of them, explaining the idea, and making a few frames.

Here are some of superb teamwho worked tirelessly behind the scenes to ensure that the day was seamless. Tomorrow I'll post the presenters.

Roseangela McCann, 2013.
Photograph by Matthew Lomanno.

Bob Batcheler, 2013.
Photograph by Matthew Lomanno.

Kira Morehouse, 2013.
Photograph by Matthew Lomanno.

Kristian Gustafson, 2013.
Photograph by Matthew Lomanno.

Jillian Adams, 2013.
Photograph by Matthew Lomanno.

Harry Umen, 2013.
Photograph by Matthew Lomanno.

Gabbi Hall, 2013.
Photograph by Matthew Lomanno.

Eric Ratinoff, 2013.
Photograph by Matthew Lomanno.

 

Lauren Karjala, artist

Lauren Karjala, 2012.

I met Lauren a few years ago through her family (her father is a photographer). I was beginning to actively photograph artists in their studios, so I asked to visit her. At that time, she was living and working in the basement of her grandmother's condo, which had been transformed by her figure paintings, drawings, and sketches of all sizes.

Towards the end of our visit, I realized that, during our conversations, she had been sketching me. Before we parted, she wiped it away.

Lauren's senior exhibit opens at the University of New Hampshire's Museum of Art on Friday.

Andrew Sterling in Mill Pond Music Studio

Last year, producer Joe Deleault invited me into the recording studio to photograph Andrew Sterling as he finished his album. We spent a few hours in Jim Prendergast's Mill Pond Music Studio in Portsmouth, NH, reviewing previous results, recording a few more tracks, and watching Andrew and Jim work. The environment was relaxed yet technically precise, and everyone ended the day pleased with the results.

Carlo D'Anselmi, artist

While I was in NYC last month, I visited Carlo in his New York Studio School space to see some of his new paintings and drawings. His bold work is attracting attention: he had just finished a two-person show at the school. He and I (among others) will have work in the inaugural Alumni Exhibition at Saint Anselm College, which opens soon.

Carlo D'Anselmi, New York City, February 2014.

March for Life: Mass II

Washington, DC, 2013.

Washington, DC, 2013.

As mentioned in yesterday's post, a Mass is said at the Basilica of the National Shrine of the Immaculate Conception the night before the March for Life. The Mass is televised throughout the side and lower chapels, where many have camped for hours just to claim a space.

My photo essay about the March is published on SocialDocumentary.net.

March for Life: Mass I

Washington, DC, 2013

Washington, DC, 2013.

The night before the March for Life, a Mass is said at the Basilica of the National Shrine of the Immaculate Conception. Despite the basilica's tremendous size, it fills beyond capacity hours prior to the Mass, as the faithful hope to secure a place in a pew. But many must stay in the aisles and side chapels.

My photo essay about the March is published on SocialDocumentary.net.

March for Life: buses

Washington, DC, 2013.

Individuals and groups travel from around the country to attend the March for Life. Chartered buses are quite common, lining the streets throughout the city. The members of this group, just disembarked, were from Massachusetts.

My photo essay about the March is published on SocialDocumentary.net.

March for Life, continued

Washington, DC, 2013.

The day prior to the March for Life is a morning protest before a Planned Parenthood clinic in the city. The protesters extended their reach to the sidewalk across the street.

My photo essay about the March is published on SocialDocumentary.net.

March for Life: Nellie Gray

Washington, DC, 2013.

Nellie Gray, founder of the March for Life, died in August 2012, so the 2013 March was the first not led by her. Pictured above is the memorial to her (coat, scarf, and hat) in the convention center.

My photo essay about the March is published on SocialDocumentary.net.

March for Life, continued

Washington, DC, 2013

The Students for Life booth at the March for Life. They had a very strong presence at the march, with these signs clearly visible everywhere.

My photo essay about the March is published on SocialDocumentary.net.

March for Life, continued

Washington, DC, 2013.

The Priests for Life booth at the March for Life.

My photo essay about the March is published on SocialDocumentary.net.

March for Life, continued

Washington, DC, 2013.

Like any large gathering, shopping is part of the March for Life. Located in a nearby convention center, organizations and individuals sell their wares.

My photo essay about the March is published on SocialDocumentary.net.

photo essay: The March for Life

I'm pleased that my most recent documentary work about the 2013 March for Life has been published on SocialDocumentary.net, a site devoted to documentary photography from around the world.

Despite reaching over 500,000 attendees last year, the March continues to be willfully ignored by national media outlets. I hope my work there shows both the immensity and the intimacy of an event that will celebrate its 40th anniversary this month.

In light of that, I'll be posting additional photographs--not found in the main essay--in the coming weeks as the March approaches.

modern living in the mills

Manchester, NH, 2011

Byrne

Byrne, 2013

Toshihide Takekoshi, artist

Toshi and I met through our families years ago, when we were neighbors. Always kind and welcoming, he rarely speaks of his own work, but his home is filled with his paintings. During a family studio session, I was able to make a few solo portraits, despite his protests.

Amoskeag Studio is honored to host some of his work for the next month. A humbler artist you will never meet.

Toshihide Takekoshi, 2010.

another view

Anna. Manchester, 2012.

trapped

Trapped. Manchester, NH, 2012

Emily DeJulio, vocalist

Emily and I have known each other for many years. Besides being a willing subject, she's a tremendous performer on stage or behind a microphone. While I'd photographed her many times in plays and musicals, this session from a years ago was our first in the studio.

Emily DeJulio