Image by the fabulous Carrie Coleman

Hello there, I’m Mallory.

I’ve always felt fascinated by children, particularly when they’re in their pre-k wonder years, between learning to walk and heading off to school. They are sponges for words, ideas, and behaviors, and their imaginations are oh so bright. In their worlds, they can become inventors, musicians, artists, astronauts, and athletes in a matter of minutes.

And their intent is so pure – they’re not pre-occupied by what others think, and they’re often not aware that I have a camera in hand. They’re not worried about what their hair or expression looks like. That sweet spot of childhood is what I hope to capture and preserve. 

I recently watched a film where the characters were discussing all of those precious “lasts” in our lives. As a parent, the last time you rock your little one to sleep. As a child, the last time you take your bike out just for fun, with no destination in mind. We don’t realize these are our lasts until we’re looking at them through the rearview mirror.

I look forward to working with you and your little one, and capturing those moments before they’re the “last.” 

– Mallory

I treasure this image from my own childhood. I was outside my great-grandparents' home, which they had built in Cape Cod, a place I absolutely loved being at. I was in my own world, enjoying the act of exploring. I also love the setting and outfit, as both feel timeless. These are the images I want to create. These are the stories I want to tell.

A little P.S….

P.P.S…

This isn’t my first rodeo.

I’ve been photographing children since I was one myself, and over the years I’ve had the privilege of capturing a number of different stories and people—commercial businesses, weddings, families, and non-profits. You name it, I’ve probably photographed it.

I hold an M.A. from King’s College London, where I wrote my dissertation on the business practices of artisans in a medina in Morocco. Art, people, culture, and travel have always captivated my curiosity, and I’m grateful for every experience that’s shaped the way I see—each one has taught me something new and helped me view the world through a different lens.

Now, I’m enjoying being back where I began my photography journey — capturing those wonder years of childhood.