PWP’s Monthly Member Meeting featuring speaker Mary Bel

Mary Bel is a fine art portrait and editorial photographer based between New York City and Orlando, Florida. She blends classical art influences with modern portraiture, creating visually rich, emotionally driven imagery for artists, entrepreneurs, and creatives. Her work often centers on Old Hollywood glam and editorial boudoir, with clients ranging from indie musicians and hair stylists to local muralists and creative entrepreneurs.

In addition to her work as a photographer, Mary is a creative director and photography educator with KelbyOne, and has led photowalks at WPPI. She is a Sony Alpha Female+ Grant recipient, a 500px World Photography Award winner, and a Photoshop World Guru Award recipient.

Mary’s approach to photography is rooted in concept, emotion, and self-expression. She began her journey through self-portraiture, a practice that deeply informs how she connects with and poses her clients today. Through her work and teaching, she encourages photographers to trust their voice, push past stereotypes, and turn imagination into something bold and personal.

Her work can be found at marybelphotography.com and @marybelphotography