Meg Bitton
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| Nationality | American |
| Citizenship | United States |
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| Organization | Meg Bitton Productions (Founder) |
| Website | megbitton |
Meg Bitton is an American portrait photographer renowned for her captivating portrayals, notably of children, capturing their innocence and playful energy in natural settings. As the founder of Meg Bitton Productions, she conducts online and offline workshops, sharing her expertise in photography and editing with aspiring practitioners.[1]
Bitton's photography reflects her unique perspective and vision, as she describes it as "an extension of my life," emphasizing that her approach aligns with her worldview.[2]
Early life and education
Bitton was born and raised in Manhattan, New York. She studied at The Brearley School and graduated from Skidmore College.
Career
Bitton is a digital photographer with over two decades of experience. She is widely recognized for her expertise in capturing evocative portraits of children, skillfully documenting their emotional and developmental moments. In addition to children’s portraits, Bitton is known for maternity shoots and family photography, where she utilizes natural light to create a surreal mood.[3]
She established Meg Bitton Productions, a learning platform for aspiring photographers. Through Meg Bitton Productions, Bitton conducts various online and in-person workshops, offering comprehensive instruction in portrait photography and photo editing. Bitton covers diverse topics, including intentional posing, light exploration, and advanced Photoshop techniques, such as curve adjustments, layer blending, and sophisticated retouching. Her flagship programs include "Finding You" and various Photoshop-based tutorials, including "Zero to Photoshop" and advanced composing techniques.[4]
Bitton has played a pivotal role in shaping the children's photography industry, sharing insights on crafting impeccably edited soft images. She has created various digital assets, such as crafted backgrounds, brushes, and overlays, that serve as a benchmark in the industry. She has also created tutorials that guide users in utilizing these assets, covering topics from correcting underexposure to integrating subjects into digital environments.[5]
Bitton's Soul Imagined Workshop is a photography workshop that focuses on capturing the soul and essence of the subject in the photograph. The workshop is individualized and personal, with Bitton tailoring the experience to each participant's needs and desires. Bitton also shares tips, tutorials, and stories captured through her lens on her YouTube channel.[6]
Beyond technical aspects, Bitton shares tutorials on marketing, client communication, and pricing strategies, drawing from her successful experience running a photography business. Bitton has also contributed to the book “Capture the Moment: The Modern Photographer’s Guide to Finding Beauty in Everyday and Family Life.”
In addition to her roles as a photographer and instructor, Bitton is the executive producer for the short film "Removed." The film is a thirteen-minute short shot in Santa Barbara, California, directed by Nathanael Matanick. The film narrates the story of a 10-year-old girl navigating through the foster care system after being separated from her home and younger brother.
In the media
References
- ↑ Blog, Click Community (15 July 2015). "The inspiring photography of Meg Bitton". Click Community Blog: Helping you take better pictures one day at a time. Retrieved 19 February 2024.
- ↑ Couture, Artsy (12 February 2016). "Ask Me Anything: Meg Bitton". Artsy Couture. Retrieved 19 February 2024.
- ↑ "The Photography Industry and why I needed a change – the Meg Bitton Photography workshop » Fine-art Children's Couture Photographer". www.aforgetmenotmoment.com. Retrieved 19 February 2024.
- ↑ "Meg Bitton + Souls.Imagined.South Workshop | Freckled Mommy Blog". freckledmommy.com. 16 May 2012. Retrieved 19 February 2024.
- ↑ "megbitton". megbitton.wordpress.com. Retrieved 19 February 2024.
- ↑ "megbitton". medium.com. Retrieved 19 February 2024.