Marianne Campbell Associates represents a dynamic roster of photography and motion talent, grounded in a clear and consistent ethos: honesty in artistry. With a reputation for thoughtful collaboration and a sharp understanding of both creative and client needs, the agency has built enduring relationships across the industry. In a constantly shifting landscape, their continued relevance reflects both experience and an ability to evolve with intention. We sat down with the team behind Marianne Campbell Associates to discuss their approach to representation, their roster, and how they continue to move in step with the advertising world.

MCA warmly welcomes Atlanta-based photographer Kate T. Parker to our team.

World-class portfolio, humble approach, Kate T. Parker is delighted by the idiosyncrasies and imperfections that make us human. A successful commercial photographer and New York Times bestselling author, she’s spent the last two decades striking a resonant chord with audiences who are seeking images that go far beyond skin deep. Working for A-list clients like Disney, REI, Athleta, AT&T, Lululemon, and Mercedes Benz, Kate has also managed to author five books in the last seven years, beginning with Strong is the New Pretty, a book containing more than 175 images of young girls showing the world what inherent strength and confidence look like for them. In a rapidly changing media landscape, Kate’s photos illustrate her innate ability to connect with clients, talent, audiences, and causes—all with a much needed dose of authenticity and play.

We just wrapped a whirlwind week in Chicago, visiting both old and new industry friends and showcasing our incredible roster of photographers.

MCA warmly welcomes Dallas-based photographer Will Graham to our team! Will has been shooting for commercial clients and ad agencies for 14 years, with a strong focus in action and athletics. From his very first photography job working for an NGO in East Africa, Will has understood that authentic images arise out of a photographer’s willingness to be in the moment with those they’re photographing. For Will, photography is about revealing a moment of presence—about being there.

MCA is excited to announce that photographer Sara Forrest has joined our roster! It’s evident that Sara is no stranger to movement. Her photographs for major clients—like Apple, Disney, Coca-Cola—show her innate understanding of how light, color, and expression come together to animate an image. Before Sara became a professional photographer, she studied both ballet and human biology, which together taught her about how the body moves in space and what forces move within it. Following the pull she felt after picking up her mom’s old 35mm Nikon, Sara launched a fully-fledged photography career that hasn’t slowed down in nearly two decades. She knows enough about movement not to stand in its way—instead, she just grabs her camera and steps into its flow.

I had to dig deep into the early blogosphere world to find my first blog, “mariannecampbellassociates.blogspot.com” to locate this post, but it was important to me to find it on today’s news of Elliott Erwitt’s passing. He is an absolute legend and I am honored to have met him as a part of this event. Apologies in advance for the bad photo quality, sacrilege!

At Marianne Campbell Associates, we believe that beauty isn’t reserved for grand moments — it's woven into the everyday.

This belief inspired our latest Instagram takeover: a curated three-day series celebrating the diverse vision and artistry of our talented photographers.

“The backstage is more interesting to me.” Photographer Shaun Fenn is reflecting on his recent trip to Argentina where he shot a personal project a few hours outside of Buenos Aires in a rural community known best for its multigenerational involvement in polo. “There’s a whole human element behind the sport of polo. And that—feeling the hay and mud and horse manure and musty wool blankets and leather straps—that’s what draws me.”

Creating a record of loss is a highly personal pursuit, one that Margaret Lampert chose to follow from behind her camera during a six-month Photography Atelier workshop at the Griffin Museum of Photography in Boston. The project-based workshop was taught by photographer Jennifer McClure, and culminates in a group exhibition in May. Lampert had always been interested in the workshop because of its in-depth, long-term commitment. “The Atelier workshops encourage experimentation in terms of both subject matter and approach,” she shares. “Even the word ‘atelier’ is inspiring to me—by definition atelier means creating a space or room where artists make their work.”

“We have ideas, and they need to be implemented,” says a teenage girl named Marissa. Marissa is one of six subjects in Margaret Lampert’s new documentary short film, “The Art of Growing Up,” which offers an evocative glimpse into the hearts and minds of today’s youth. Divided into five loosely themed chapters, the film has all the Lampert signatures—lush lighting, bright faces, abiding authenticity—alongside the elements of sound and movement.

Anyone who’s found themselves out for cocktails lately knows that a mixed drink is much more than just a combination of spirits. Mixology has become an experiential art form that provides a little something for each of the senses—from the eye-catching glint of the glassware to the scent of aromatic garnishes and the unmistakable sound of the shaker. Even the bar itself—twinkling with candlelight or dotted with flowers—plays a part in the alluring ritual. Photographer Annabelle Breakey was in search of the sensorial when she created her latest round of testing: a series of photographs she calls “Kaleidoscope Cocktails.”

“I love making promos, it’s like making a record album,” says photographer Annabelle Breakey. She’s been in the practice of creating promos—printed booklets showcasing a series of photographs relating to a particular theme—for close to a decade. Some of her earlier promos, which are all under the title Plenty, are The Guilty Pleasures Issue, The Black and White Issue, and, in celebration of all things ovular, The Egg Issue. Her latest is The Latin Issue, which coheres a handful of colorful and purposefully messy images of foods from south of the border. “Promos let me explore a theme from every direction and then form it into one complete thought,” Breakey explains.

Puppies, dancing, laughter—these are just a few of the highlights of Randal Ford and Annabelle Breakey’s colorful collaboration for Purina’s Beneful. Working in a massive studio in Los Angeles over four shoot days, the two photographers produced a vast image library that spanned product still lifes and hands with product (by Annabelle) and pet portraits and adorable pet/owner interactions (courtesy of Randal). 

With new developments in AI technology, we’re all beginning to understand that not everything we see in a photograph comes from the camera. But commercial photographers have been using digital aids to create distinct atmospheres in their images for decades. Annabelle Breakey is an expert at the art of compositing, and was given the opportunity to highlight this craft in a new shoot for Peet’s.

Photographer Margaret Lampert’s portfolio is abundant with authenticity, showcasing her innate ability to capture the human condition as it emerges in the faces of professional talent and real-life subjects alike. In a recent job for a health care therapy, Lampert was able to work with the latter, photographing young people who live with a rare muscular condition.

Photographer Shaun Fenn loves sports, whether he’s playing, watching, or photographing them. So when Aristocrat Gaming—a digital casino platform that offers users a range of virtual experiences—hired him in partnership with the NFL to simulate and photograph a football huddle right from the field, he was game.

Every one of us has an archive of images stored in our subconscious, a library of visuals built from personal snapshots, advertisements, printed matter, fashion, the ceaseless news cycle, and—if we’re lucky—art museums. Tapping into those cultural touchpoints was the aim of agricultural herbicide company BASF, who hired photographer Randal Ford to turn a handful of art historical visuals into fodder for today’s weed-wary viewers.

Excited to share this fun collaboration between Randal Ford and Adobe! To see more of Randal’s work, head over to his site.