We had the good fortune of connecting with Brooke Atwood and we’ve shared our conversation below.

Hi Brooke, how has your background shaped the person you are today?
Originally from Hilton Head, SC, I grew up surrounded by the lowcountry’s beautiful and inspiring landscape. I took an interest in the arts at a very young age. My favorite teachers and classes in school were always the arts and I was fortunate enough to train at Hilton Head Dance Theatre under Karena Brock-Carlyle, principal dancer of the American Ballet Theatre in 1973. Through ballet, I learned diligence, grace and artistry, which I believe has greatly influenced my journey and skills to my creative career today.

Staying on the coastline, I graduated from the College of Charleston with majors in Arts Management + Studio Art with a concentration in Photography. Since then I have worked with several artists while also pursuing my own creative endeavors in Graphic Design + Photography.

  Alright, so let’s move onto what keeps you busy professionally?
Throughout the years, I have worked for artists, Lulie Wallace, Blakely Little and Raven Roxanne. I have learned so much from each role and the in’s and out’s of small, creative businesses. Their encouragement and support, along with all the women at our shared studio space – Slate Studios, has allowed my creativity to be pushed and explored more in-depth – a self-taught Graphic Designer being one of the many aspects of my job that I am fortunate enough to pursue. My dual major has enabled me to be able to juggle both administrative and creative tasks, which is difficult to accomplish for a lot of those who only have an artistic mind.

Outside of my 9-5, I love capturing scenes on film that only exist in that exact moment in time. I am equally giddy and anxious when I receive word that the roll has been developed. Holding my breath, I scour the files and am reminded of the split second I snapped each photo. Thirty-six frames later, I am overwhelmed by the beauty in this world. This experience and the certain je ne sais quoi film creates is what draws me back to this medium again + again.

I recently released my newest collection, ‘A Piece of Paris’, which features 13 limited edition giclee prints of film photographs I took in Paris, my favorite + beloved city. Unintentionally, the scenes I captured focus on the architecture and gardens of Paris without the presence of other people. This evokes an intimate moment for the viewer as if you are the only soul there in the midst of such a thriving city.

Who else deserves some credit and recognition?
I’m very thankful for all the women that have ever been a part of Slate Studios! Each has brought their talents, wisdom and perspective, helping others and myself to grow not only creatively, but also personally. The camaraderie is truly unmatched to any other shared working space!

Website: brookeatwoodatelier.com

Instagram: brooke.atwood

Other: tiktok: brookebatwood

Image Credits
Photos of me are by my husband, Ryan Atwood All other photos are mine, Brooke Atwood

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