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Portraits of Purpose: Julie’s Story
Julie is in a season of transition, exploring how to step into leadership roles that connect her love for education, humanities, and philanthropy. As the Director for Publishing Programs with the National Archives, she’s spent years helping preserve our nation’s history—and now, she’s thoughtfully writing her own next chapter.
Every so often, a session reminds me that a headshot can be so much more than a new LinkedIn photo.
Julie came in for one of my discounted sessions for federal employees that have been effected by the current administration, and from the moment we started talking, I just loved Julie. She had such charisma and was just fun and up for anything. She really leaned into the posing and just having fun. She exuded joy and grace during such a stressful and uncertain time in her career. >>And those blue eyes!
She currently serves as the Director for Publishing Programs with the National Archives, overseeing grants that help make historical documents available to the public. Think letters from George Washington or Abraham Lincoln, preserved and shared for future generations because of the work she directs.
Now, she’s exploring how to pivot toward leadership roles that connect her expertise in education, humanities, and philanthropy.
She also had a discounted mini makeup session with Valerie Hammer Makeup Artistry so she looked amazing and camera ready!
It was an honor to photograph someone who has spent her career preserving stories from the past while courageously writing her own next chapter.
Helping Professionals Step Confidently Into What’s Next
Over the past few months, I’ve had the honor of supporting federal workers who are unsure about their employment through discounted headshot sessions. Each one has reminded me that there is so much talent, experience, and heart behind every résumé.
Mary was one of those people who immediately made an impression. She arrived after having her makeup done with Valerie Hammer Makeup Artistry, who has also been generously offering a discount to federal employees during this season as well.
The images from her session reflect someone poised, capable, and hopeful. Sometimes a simple headshot session becomes so much more; it becomes a reminder of resilience and new beginnings.
I’m so grateful for the chance to use photography as a way to serve during this time, and I’ve loved partnering with other small businesses like Val to support these incredible professionals as they step into what’s next.
