Becoming a Professional Photographer: Meet Maine Creative Kari Herer

Kari Herer never intended to become a professional photographer, despite an early interest in the art form. As the director of photography at the high-end stationery company William Arthur, Kari had the opportunity to experiment with lighting as she sought to capture the beauty of their products. Time spent at the Maine Media Workshops in Rockport convinced her to pursue her craft further, and she has gone on to have her work featured on multiple platforms, from magazines and book covers, to billboards. Kari has become known for ability to help people feel comfortable in front of the camera, creating images that are both intimate and accessible. Raised in a suburb of Milwaukee, Wisconsin, and a graduate of the University of Idaho, Kari now lives in the Portland area with her two children. One of her recent projects is a documentary about her teacher and famed photographer, Sam Abell. Join our conversation with Kari Herer today on Radio Maine.

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