About Michelle
Contact Info:
email: purpleartichokes@gmail.com
I am a recent Graduate of Loyola Marymount University School of Film and Television. I have a passion for storytelling and photography. My work has been published in the “Sedona Garden’s of St. John Vianney,” a pictorial memoir by Rev JC Ortiz. I love photographing people and have been commissioned for family portraits, graduation photos, headshots, weddings and events.
Have a beautiful day!

Carol Watters said,
April 25, 2008 at 3:53 am
Great photo!! Snow White is soooo pretty. Where’s the Budgy?
Andrew Hreha said,
April 25, 2008 at 8:04 am
Michelle– Great Stuff! I knew you were into video production, but not photography! You’ve got some really creative stuff here! I look forward to seeing more!
-Andrew Hreha
Kathryn Friedman said,
April 26, 2008 at 12:21 am
Very inventive take on the Disney Princesses.
Your modern message is thoroughly thought-provoking!
Murm
Tasha said,
April 28, 2008 at 12:23 am
I’m so proud of you!!!! haha yay big sis…
ps. ur fabulous
and the pictures are AMAZINGGGGGG
Jeff Father said,
April 29, 2008 at 4:53 pm
Your photography inspires and touches the viewer. Fantabuliferously done!
JC Ortiz said,
August 16, 2008 at 9:27 pm
Congratulations!
When I saw the photos for The Sedona Gardens of Saint John Vianney, I knew you were gifted.
When I see the photos in your resume, I know you are blest by God with wonderful gifts!
When I see how you share those gifts to inspire and bring joy to others, I see God’s grace at work through you!
Much Love and Success,
Fr. JC
Malachy said,
August 16, 2008 at 10:09 pm
Michelle, You are a real professional. Keep the creative juices flowing.
Karen said,
August 17, 2008 at 1:25 am
You go girl!
Your work is truly a blessing. I am always inspired when I see young adults using their gifts in such creative and professional ways. You are an inspiration. The brilliance of your princess series is, imo, something indicative of an artist with many, many years of experience. Don’t let anything stop you!
Becki Polcyn said,
August 20, 2008 at 4:25 am
Michelle, Your talents are many and you are going to be the leader of the pack where ever life leads you. Loved your princess series!!! I can only imagine what your future holds. Dream Big Dreams…..small dreams have no magic!
Jean said,
August 28, 2008 at 3:09 am
Michelle,
Thanks for sending me your web site. You are wonderfully talented and so creative. Your photography is great and so thought provoking.
You will do well and go far in your career just keep the faith!
Paige said,
August 30, 2008 at 12:35 am
love the long exposures…makes me miss photography, i hate being busy! blah
Maryann Livingstone said,
August 31, 2008 at 4:35 pm
Michelle,
Very nice photos! You will go far. Keep up with your dreams!
Angela Biermann said,
September 1, 2008 at 11:24 pm
Michelle,
Wow!….Truly inspiring. The Happily Ever After is a wonderful thread of work. It inspires thought and reflection on life outside the fairy tale. I look forward to viewing more.
C.J. Druff said,
September 12, 2008 at 6:40 am
Wow! This girl is talented! I can just tell she is going far!! I hope she remembers me when she is famous!
BELD6 said,
September 13, 2008 at 12:21 am
CONGRATULATIONS MICHELLE! WE’RE VERY PROUD OF YOU HERE IN THE OC. WE HOPE YOU ALWAYS ENJOY USING YOUR TALENTS!
Dan W said,
October 27, 2008 at 8:59 pm
I love the long exposure stuff! The one on your main page is is particularly fantastic.