Today we’d like to introduce you to Mallory Green.
Hi Mallory, thanks for joining us today. We’d love for you to start by introducing yourself.
I was in the military from 2010-2014. When my contract was over and I chose to get out, I had a small identity crisis. I was 27 and still had no idea what I wanted to be when I grew up. I enrolled at the local college, just taking general education classes while I tried to figure out my passions. A photography class was on the list of electives and it sparked my interest. I had a photographer at the birth of my son a couple years prior and was so intrigued by her. I thought this would be a good opportunity to learn more. And boy did I! I eventually declared as a Journalism major and went on to finish my studies at The University of Washington. I had a focus on photojournalism and my camera became my right-hand man. My husband is still active duty army and his recruiting assignment brought us to Texas. I took some time away to move from Seattle to Little Elm and get my family settled. About a year ago, I upgraded all my equipment, set up a studio, expanded my on-location shooting, and really put my head down and focused on perfecting my craft. I have been fortunate to be able to tell some amazing stories through my lens.
Would you say it’s been a smooth road, and if not what are some of the biggest challenges you’ve faced along the way?
Internal obstacles absolutely. In the beginning, I use to struggle when clients didn’t like my work. I took it very personal. But as I grew and learned more, I see it through a lens of constructive feedback and not an attack on me. I also really struggled with owning my own. It took me forever to even consider giving myself the title “photographer.” I didn’t feel like my work matched others so I didn’t deserve it. But along with learning new camera techniques and practicing with new equipment, confidence in my work and within myself have been on my vision board. There is a big difference between jealousy and mentoring. I use other’s work not as a level to be worthy of but as an example of something I want to learn and achieve.
Thanks for sharing that. So, maybe next you can tell us a bit more about your work?
I am a lifestyle photographer. I specialize in telling your story with no words. I love working with families. Extended and immediate family shoots is definitely my bread and butter. But photographing kids of all ages is my love language. I have done births, “Fresh 48”, newborn, cake smash, Quinceanera‘a, graduating seniors, and engagements. As a mom of two, I know the milestones in your children’s life come and go as fast as lightning. So giving someone a memory in their book of life is my pride and joy. I recently have added studio sessions to my portfolio and have loved the new challenge! Studio lighting is so different than being outdoors, so this is a fun new lesson.
So maybe we end on discussing what matters most to you and why?
God. My family. My community. God first and always. I was raised in the LDS church but have transitioned to a more generalized Christian faith. And I know I wouldn’t be where I am without the help of a greater power. My family are my everything. I am mom of Grayson (7) and Reese (3). I am the wife of Greg, who is a true blessing to me. I couldn’t be more proud to be in his forever plan. The four of us have a good thing going. My community are my family too. Being a military family, starting over from ground zero is a cycle that never ends. I haven’t lived close to my dad and my extended family for over ten years. My kids only see their cousins when we plan a big trip back to Utah. I use to carry a lot of guilt with that until I realized that some family members you aren’t born into. I have never felt more at home in my life than I do here in North Dallas. My community has turned into aunts and uncles for my kids and I pretty much have a dozen new sisters.
Contact Info:
- Email: merichins@gmail.com
- Website: www.mallorygreenphotography.com
- Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/mallorygreenphotography/
Image Credits
Mallory Green Photography
