Welcome to the website of respected creative consultant, author and educator MARY VIRGINIA SWANSON.

With decades of experience in the field, Ms. Swanson guides artists on making and marketing their artwork. She has inspired many artists to build on the strengths of their work, refine their craft, and identify appreciative audiences.

Here you can view “MVS On The Road” to learn about Mary Virginia’s forthcoming lectures, seminars and workshops, keep up on opportunties for photographers on “MVS Marketing Blog,” buy her book, learn about private consultation sessions and read the testimonials her clients have shared.  ”Planning Ahead” helps you do just that.

© 2011 Jamey Stillings

© Jamey Stillings

Mary Virginia Swanson generously shares her wealth of knowledge, insights and enthusiastic optimism with all she meets.  Grab on to ten percent of her ideas and you will be amazed how far you can go with your photography and career.  A trusted friend, MVS, is candid, honest and always supportive of your progress and success.

—Jamey Stillings (website)

From the MVS Marketing Blog

February 2nd & 4th, Portland: Reception & Artist Talk with David Rochkind & Jamey Stillings

Blue Sky Gallery
David Rochkind’s Heavy Hand, Sunken Spirit
Jamey Stillings’ The Bridge at Hoover Dam
Opening Reception: Thursday, February 2, 2012, 6:00-9:00 pm
Free and open to the public.
© 2012 David Rochkind
© 2012 Jamey Stillings
Saturday, February 4, 2012 at 2:00 pm
Artist Talk and Book Signing

“Artists David Rochkind and Jamey Stillings will discuss their work on exhibit at [...]

February 14-19th, Phoenix: PHOTOtapas: A Six Day Celebration of Fine Art Photogrpahy

PHOTOtapas: A Six Day Celebration of Fine Art Photography
February 14-19, 2012
“A fine art photography event celebrating the medium’s past, present, and future, by offering the community a sampling of photo-related activities including exhibitions, lectures, seminars, demonstrations, and portfolio sharing.  Sponsored by Art Intersection, Jeremy Rowe Vintage Photography, Northlight Gallery at Arizona State Uniersity, and Tilt Gallery.”
Tuesday, [...]

Deadline February 10th: 2012 Our World Portfolio Review

PhotoAlliance
Call for Entries: 2012 Our World Portfolio Review
Deadline: Friday, February 10, 2012 at 5:00 pm PST
Application fee: $40
“A fantastic opportunity to show your photographs to professionals who publish, exhibit, write and teach. Get new ideas, make connections, and find opportunities to distribute, publish and exhibit your work. This will be the 6th annual event.
Timeline
Work must [...]

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