I am a 20 year old photographer and image retoucher, specializing in portraiture and fashion. I reside in the Philadelphia/Montgomery County area, but love to travel anywhere my art takes me!
When I was 16 I received my first high end camera. Ever since, I have been expanding my collection of accessories along with my knowledge. It is hard to say exactly when my passion for photography arose, but I can say that I have always been a true artist at heart in any outlet.
I enjoy making people feel comfortable, confident while looking and feel their best. I love to have fun with people both in front of the camera, and behind the scenes.
From family portraits and engagement sessions, to modeling sessions, fashion work, conceptual ideas and beyond, there is no better way to describe something than to show it!
Education
- Antonelli Institute of Photography & Graphic Design '12
Photography
- University of the Arts 2009 - 2010
- West Chester University 2008 - 2009
Music/Piano
- High school, PA 2004 - 2008
- Self Taught Photography 2005 - present
- Nelly Berman School Of Music
Piano Lessons 1995-2004
- Private Piano Lessons 2005 - 2010
Experience
- Freelance Photography:
Studio & On location
- Portraits, Fashion, Beauty, Editorial, Advertising,
Bands, Events 2008 - present
- First and second shooter for weddings, mitzvahs & events
2009 - present
- First and second shooter for Lafayette Hill Studios (PA)
Photo Skills
- Digital: Nikon D700, Nikon D60, Nikon D50
- assortment of lenses & lighting equipment
- in studio
- on location
- Photo-Retouching & Post Production
- Adobe Photoshop (CS4)
- Adobe Lightroom (2)
Published Works
- Harlow Magazine issue 1 (2010)
- Glam Rock Magazine issue 5 (2010)
- Synthetic Sensations issue 4 (2010)
- Naughty Designs Corsets (2010)
http://www.naughtycorset-usa.com/servlet/StoreFront
Other Experience/Awards/Honors
- Photographed & met Vice President Joe Biden 2009
- Photographed: Ernst Mahle : Brazilian Classical Composer
(80th Birthday Commemorative Performance) 2009
- Performed: Kimmel Center: platinum award winner for
Nelly Berman's School of Music 25th Anniversary 2008
- Piano Competition: High Honors 2008
- Performed: Abramson Center Center 2003
Models
- Adrian Louise MM #106046
- AiTenshiMisha MM #142210
- Akathisia MM #1291252
- Alex Bergey MM #1294298
- Alexandra Leanne MM #708021
- Ali Wetzel MM #1143030
- Alien Baby (Elle) MM #825693
- Amanda Warren MM #722964
- AmandaJean S MM #737151
- Amara Von Nacht MM #18863
- Amie MM #836542
- Ana X Marie MM #344307
- Antietam (Heather) MM #15155
- Arpita MM #1193815
- Ashley Huth MM #1183762
- Ashley Graham MM #128845
- Ashley McKinney MM #853315
- Atomic Bombshell (Jennifer) MM #609733
- Attica Wilde MM #1198388
- Autumn Veale MM #1340360
- Becky Wetzel MM #1278307
- Bell Goes Bare MM #1765
- Bitesize Lauren MM #1052731
- Bonnie Beaver MM #1059304
- Bre
- Brenne MM #854931
- Bree MM #1030164
- Brian C.
- Brian Ross MM #588432
- Camille Carroll MM #138605
- Camille Neko MM #1040813
- Casey Dovana MM #1712814
- Cassandra Lee MM #338472
- Chelsea Belflower MM #765903
- Cheryl Anne MM #516634
- Christa MM #1229462
- ChristineVonRose MM #1129635
- Cj MM #1290608
- Colleen Fida MM #1129375
- Daniella
- Darling Niikii MM #804207
- Deanna Deadly MM #377063
- Deanna Marie MM #748891
- Didi Sanchez MM #1282120
- Dominique DiCaprio MM #95057
- Emily M.
- Erica Gooding
- Erica Lefevre MM #763861
- Erin MissER MM #1233062
- Ewa S. MM #312511
- Fabulous Teeny MM #120754
- Fische MM #1048355
- Giovanna Kline MM #209043
- Hannah MM #1432134
- Hetal MM #279558
- Ivy Jo MM #1424681
- JacquelynMarie MM #575051
- Jamie Posey-Valeriano
- Jennifer Sanchez
- Jess Ysais MM #86071
- Jessie Walters MM #97891
- Jessiie MM #772199
- Jill Liebisch MM #1094448
- Jordan Daniele MM #1306654
- Jordan Pretty MM #672807
- Jordan Supernavage MM #1338212
- Kae Crack MM #415805
- Kali Park MM #610634
- Kallia MM #825555
- Kami (Genna) MM #639640
- Kelly F.
- Kellie Taylor MM #79995
- Kerri Rose MM #612714
- Keyona Polk MM #757979
- Kristen MM #795668
- Lacey Heart MM #1218336
- Lacheln MM #671776
- Lady Red x3 MM #813437
- Lauren Fillmore MM #1158474
- Lauren Mychal MM #717165
- Lexie P. MM #1388820
- Liana MM #616056
- Lily Lisa MM #359835
- Liz Biz MM #318799
- Lucia Rabbit (Stephanie) MM #573992
- Lydia Lael MM #477955
- Mandi Malfunction MM #871184
- Mandy Lee MM #698927
- Mary-Leigh MM #734949
- Mel Heflin MM #1056023
- Mellisa Hatton MM #1214767
- Megan Gardner MM #750722
- Megan Hoover MM #1444310
- Megan Massacre MM #362734
- Milanya Maria MM #1197643
- Minnie dMoocha MM #654228
- MirandaLyn MM #819116
- Mona DeLux MM #522804
- Naomi Adellina MM #5965
- Nicola Olivia MM #616285
- Nikki StJames MM #660607
- Nori Zay MM #716145
- PXE MM #505070
- Rachael P.
- Racheal Doucette
- Rachel Dashae MM #98824
- Rachel Jean MM #166013
- Rebecca Marchand MM #1079885
- ReJeanaMaria MM #820950
- Rika LaRogue MM #502468
- Rose Roma MM #1337962
- Rosie Baldino MM #1297014
- Roxanne Hoffner MM #832352
- Samantha Snowflake MM #722996
- Sarah Prankha MM #13043
- Shanin MM #54390
- Sharon Formento
- ShaunaLoo MM #1495804
- Sophie MM #11359
- Stacia Eve Paul MM #643258
- Starlyn Rose MM #1224356
- Steph Vicious MM #81086
- Squeak Machine MM #34282
- Tamra Chace MM #685353
- Tasha
- Trina Tyler MM #1118366
- Trish MM #534744
- Tynesha Jestine MM #1274959
- xxPoisonxx MM #1116591
- Yelena Kudrya MM #1260711
- Vika Noxx MM #385080
- Yosefa MM #1470393
- Zui MM #114973
Photographers
- Foolio7714 MM #49265
- Jay JMo Images MM #823765
- Paul at Lafayette Hill Studios
Makeup Artists
- Anna DeMeo MM #379142
- Asia Woods MM #1238777
- Cindy Hines MM #1080012
- Darya Latham MM #299971
- Genevieve Forsyth MM #707535
- Jordan Supernavage MM #1137053
- Katie McGregor MM #1129920
- Lisa Jarvis MM #1630910
- Liz Martin MM #1327483
- Mariluz West MM #1306058
- Nicole Gevirtz MM #1350901
- Sarah M. MM #855931
Hair Stylists
- Audrey Is My Stylist MM #726050
- Felipe G. MM #1164282
- Sina-Washington MM #522856
- Travis Kelley (Shear Terror) MM #555155
Clothing Designers/Wardrobe Stylists
- Alloy Latex Corsets MM #741442
- Artificial Intrigue MM #1683924
- Belle Morte MM #1064713
- Black Lotus MM #1436367
- Blu Zombie Designs MM #1372363
- ClareBare Underwear
- The Corset Girl (Lily Lisa) MM#1526830
- Delilah's Collection Corset Company
- Empress Mess MM #451028
- Gothfox Designs MM #1639707
- JEANTRIX CLOTHING CO. MM #822742
- Naughty Designs Corsets
(www.naughtycorset-usa.com/servlet/StoreFront)
- Pure Imagination MM #745876
- Renee Masoomian MM #1206343
- Samantha Plasencia MM #1029607
- Sibyl Vain MM #1089472
- Vengeance Designs MM #1614085
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Harlow Magazine issue 1 (2010)
Glam Rock Magazine issue 5 (2010)
Synthetic Sensations Magazine issue 4 (2010)
Naughty Designs Corsets (2010)
"What is to be said about Barrie Blau...how about one of the greatest upcoming photographers in Philadelphia!!! I've been a professional working model for 3 years now. I've worked with the top rated professionals, and let me tell you...Barrie has some of them blown out of the water! For a 19 year old, I think she has what it takes to charge hundreds for her work...quite honestly, I would pay it because of the results I have seen. Her work is going FIRST in my portfolio because of how impressed I am with the results I received. The shots I got back were my dream shots...I've wanted shots like these for years now and not only did she NAIL IT, but she made me stop and realize, my God...SHE'S 19!!!! I am forever thankful for my experience with Barrie, I can honestly say she is an absolutely amazing photographer that I will definately watch her quickly rise to the top of the charts in no time! Thank you Barrie for my dream pictures!! I cannot wait to show my family!"
- Lily Lisa
"Tyvm for the comments. You never cease to amaze me with your work. Your port is one of the best I've seen. Your ability to capture the model at her best is proven in all your series and your use of light is awesome. Don't ever let them get you down and keep up the excellent work."
- KMThomas (Photographer)
"I had a GREAT time working with Barrie. She was really easy to get along with and very open minded and creative when it came to the visions for the pictures. I really hope to work with Barrie soon on a really cool project (already have on in mind with the make-up artist!) I would highly recommend this great photographer if you are looking for a fun shoot with no boundaries!"
- Arpita
"She was very confident which rubbed off on me! Not only are her Pictures great but she did a great job editing!"
- Ashley Huth
"Barrie was super to work with, and I definitely plan on shooting with her again. The photo-shoot was laid-back, professional, and original. We collaborated easily on the shots, and got some fantastic photographs. Barries website demonstrates her creativity and maturity, even at such a young age, and it is quite clear she is going to go places with this. She is an extremely dedicated and unique photographer, and I cant wait to see the finished product!"
- Rose
"your pics were just so awesome .. i had to upgrade my MM account to give you an album ...:)....had fun .. maybe someday ill b in your area and we can meet up again."
- Starlyn Rose
"I got the pictures for Alice Cooper. You did a fantastic job. They are wonderful. Thank you so much for taking the time and coming up to take the photos I really appreciate it. The next concert I have that I need a photographer I will let you know. Thank you again."
- Melanie Mann - Sovereign Center
Nikon D700
Nikon D50
Nikon D60
Nikon 24-70 2.8
Tamron 28-75mm f/2.8
Nikon 50mm f/1.8
Tamron 90mm f/2.8 macro
Nikon 10.5mm f/2.8 fisheye
Nikon 18-200mm f/3.5 VR
Nikon 18-55mm f/5.6
Nikon 55-200mm f/5.6
Nikon SB 900
ABR800 AlienBees Ringflash
2 photogenic powerlight 1500sl strobes
Photoshop CS4
Lightroom 2
Lafayette Hill Studios
The Corset Girl
Wardrobe & Styling
Cardinal Camera
Nancy's Baby Plates
Jordan Supernavage
Model-Makeup-Hair
Jeantrix Clothing Co.
