BEHIND THE CAMERA
Linda Smallpage
It’s an Art,
an Art of Life.
As a second-generation photographer,
it's a life style I grew up with. Dad would pull prints from our home darkroom and dry them in the car to make press deadlines. On Sundays, we'd find wedding cake in the bottom drawer of the fridge while he slept in. He's taught me generosity and a high standard of accountability that my clients appreciate today. There aren't so many pictures of us because we're always behind the camera, but on a couple of treasured occasions, we've happily worked side by side.
That's SO. MY. AESTHETIC!
With a multimedia BFA, Linda has a trained artist’s eye for composition, orchestrating a photo, and the message it conveys. Aesthetic was once a favorite art school word; now it’s actually in the Urban Dictionary!
The OG
With a rigorous eye,
I'm watching all the elements to evolve the photo ops with you. I notice details like where your hair falls or maybe how relaxed you stand in between sets, ...we can use that! Working with people is always about the energy in the room, so there is no faking it!
Expect a Groovin' playlist
and experience my absolute love of what I do. No matter how enthusiastic you are about having your photo done, I'll share all of mine.
Besides being a skilled gearhead who's figured out how to make a living as a photographer for my entire adult career, I appreciate all the opportunities to make awesome photos for you!
in the community
MILWAUKEE MAGAZINE
Unbelievable — we're about to start the 10th year! The Faces of Milwaukee section grew rapidly thanks to client enthusiasm for magazine-quality photography. We wrapped up 2023 with a uniquely planned series of full-page ads for a record-breaking 47 clients! Highlighting the best of the best in Milwaukee, we reflect the quality of their businesses in really well-crafted photography experiences.
2026 Faces of Milwaukee photoshoots will be held at the historic Villa Terrace and at clients' own locations in Milwaukee and the surrounding area. I'm proud to grow alongside the advertisers as a trusted ambassador for the magazine.
Other full-page photography sections include: Women of Distinction, Tastemakers, Expert of the Month, and the Active Aging Guide.
Creative mornings
The Milwaukee Chapter of the beloved breakfast monthly lecture series is back, thriving in 2026! With the reboot in 2024, I joined the volunteer team, and with host Annie Werner's support, we launched the Editorial Photographer role. Collaborating on portraits of the guest creative speakers is my dream project! We love the time spent with the keynotes and the fresh photos we give them for their responses to the international theme of the month.
NORTHERN LIGHTS PHOTO STUDIO
As one of the studios top working photographers I've been honored as an artist in residence at Milwaukee's luxury riverfront studio. It's one of my favorite places to work so it's good to feel like my art has a home there. Rental is by the hour, by appointment only so don't drop in, but definitely fill out the contact form to book fresh photos!
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