Based in Santa Fe, Carmella is a photographer and artist with a deep love of portraiture. In her work she strives to capture the ethereal essence of the human spirit. Seeking a soft, haunting beauty and capturing moments that feel both intimate and grand.
By skillfully manipulating natural surroundings she breathes magic into the mundane, seamlessly weaving the unique sense of the environment into her compositions, transforming ordinary settings into breathtaking backdrops. She offers a distinct perspective on events and personal sessions.
Carmella is dedicated to creating authentic connections and making her work accessible to real working class people, regardless of budget. Get in touch for detailed rate sheet and payment plan options.
Carmella was born in 1987 in the mountains of Korea, and raised in the low country of South Carolina. After nearly two decades in Los Angeles, she now resides with her partner in a century-old adobe in northern New Mexico.