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Michelle Olenick is a photographer originally from Chicago...
...a baby of the seventies, exposed to many different people and environments throughout my childhood, and someone who loves life, people and every little thing that makes my heart smile. I think this exposure and aptitude for life has helped me to acclimate to many various personalities, settings and situations with ease. I truly enjoy meeting new people, learning about them, and seeing the true beauty in individuals, even when they are challenged with different situations. I enjoy seeing the non-judgmental views of children and the awe-inspired beauty that they see.
I first started approaching or actually embracing my love for photography during college, and my family was my subject. I also started traveling internationally at that time, and found myself intrigued by the beauty and uniqueness of different cultures. This is what I try to capture in my photos – the intrinsic beauty and emotions of my subjects. I try to capture moments that reflect the environment and truth of the situation.
Adding to this, and somewhat unexpectedly, I have been blessed to see the same curious behaviors in wildlife. My love for landscapes and mother nature has also developed over the past several years, from the serene beauty of Antarctica to storm chasing in the Plains, and most recently experiencing the ferocity of volcanoes. Weather has been near and dear to my heart since I was a little girl and I'm so excited to be following my passion.
I’m still finding my path in my photographs but enjoy the passion that I feel while doing it and hope you enjoy my journey as well. I look forward to all of the special times that take my breath away as I continue to explore and be blessed by the individuals, moments, and raw beauty that I come across in my adventures.
If you are interested in learning more about my images or seeing different series, please reach out. I'd love to hear from you!
Xo
Michelle Olenick
michelle@michelleolenick.com
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