Thank you for visiting the website of Colleen Stroup Portrait Art. Choosing a photographer to capture those special times in life is a most important decision. Please brose through the gallery to view Colleen's portfolio and observe her unique style. Specializing in children and families, she creates timeless images which become treasured heirlooms. Her careful blend of photographic technique, her patience, sensitivity and love of children, enable her to capture the heart and soul of all she photographs.

Colleen feels very fortunate to have a business that is also her passion. Her photography career began over twenty-three years ago when she began photographing her five children. Her experience of teaching kindergarten and being a mother gives her a special rapport with young children. She attributes her children to the start of her career. Colleen began photographing her own children and when friends and neighbors viewed her work they began requesting her services. Her business continues to grow on a referral basis.

Colleen has studied under some of the most respected photographers in the United States . She continues to explore the latest trends in photography through annual seminars and through her memberships in many photographic associations.

Colleen's photography career has given her so much that she desires to give back to her community through many civic and volunteer programs. One of her commitments was to the Children's Vision, a cancer program that she helped start. This program helps the child deal with their feeling through the camera lens. Colleen continues to donate her time to many charitable organizations and auctions throughout the year. Some of her donations have been to the Children's Hospital, The Junior League, Junior Helping Hand, Hospice and many of the area's schools.