Wow do I love what I do! My job at Lady of the Lens is not only to give my clients great photographs but to provide them with an amazing portrait experience with input into the final product. I want all of my clients to have fun and relax knowing that their session is in the hands of a professional that has been doing this for over 10 years. Meeting with clients and helping to make their own vision mix with mine is what makes my heart happy!
I married my best friend, Jody Strittmatter, on August 13, 2011. On that day, photography the most important investment we made in the day. We where married on our property on a perfect, warm August afternoon at a ceremony site that we built together along with the help of friends and family. I now offer this site to my clients for engagement sessions and wedding photographs.
I am hopelessly addicted to romance and wedding photography and I hope that passion shows in my work. To most that know me, I’m a bit of a “tech nerd”. I love Photoshop, graphic design, and even occasionally video editing. I love all things creative and I love working with brides to make their “vision” become a reality.
In addition to photography, I am the proud wife of a loving husband and momma of two adorable, spunky toddlers. My husband is a club wrestling coach and amazing role-model for the kids that he works with (and me). I enjoy the title “wrestling wife” and love being involved in his business as well as my own.
EDUCATION AND BACKGROUND
Professionally, Stephanie has worked for Runner’s World Magazine, The Cleveland Browns, and the Altoona Mirror. She has a degree from Kent State University in Photojournalism and Photo-Illustration where she also developed a background in video, graphic design, and web design.
As an athlete herself, Stephanie’s interest in photography originated in sports portraiture. Stephanie competed for the Golden Flashes as a captain on the track and cross-country teams at Kent State while completing her undergraduate work. After graduating, she became a 2X National Champion in Summer Biathlon and competed for the United States on two World Championship teams.
The new Lady of the Lens Studio is a state-of-the-art portrait studio located in scenic Ebensburg, PA. The studio and the surrounding property are the perfect location for not only portrait sessions but for wedding parties to get ready pre ceremony as well.
