 Photography
Kristie McLean uses photography to capture spirit. Her unobtrusive style allows her access into worlds hidden to others: indigenous communities, gatherings of women, rural celebrations, areas of poverty and violence. Her portraits show the power of the soul.
Frequently traveling alone, Kristie has the ability to accept invitations from local families and communities and to create lasting relationships as a peaceful, conscious pilgrim. Her lens draws out stories of injustice as well as goodness unfolding, and she's intent on showcasing individuals and organizations committed to real change. If you know of a story that needs telling, or if you'd like to hire Kristie's services for your organization,
please contact her HERE.
I have known and worked with Kristie McLean for the past three years. I have come to know her as a creative and dedicated photographer who is fully engaged in every project she has done with our organization.
Kristie has traveled with us internationally to photograph our programs and the people we work with. The results have been outstanding and the process is always a pleasure.
Prior to working with us she took the time to understand our organization and prior to each shoot she has gained a thorough understanding of our needs for the particular shoot. This preparation gave her a terrific ability to suggest shots and ‘messaging’ that we hadn’t considered and that met our shoot objectives more effectively.
Kristie has a passion for other cultures and their peoples. This adds a unique and valuable integrity to her work. When she’s shooting, Kristie engages with the people she photographs with great sensitivity. She quickly and easily puts them at ease. (It’s a delight to watch her in action.) The results are photos that have amazing life and capture the heart and soul of her subjects.
I love her work. She is the first person I call when we need a photographer here and especially overseas.
Theresa Schulz-Norris, Founder
Women’s Enterprises International
Seattle, Washington
Kristie has created and directed photographic exhibits for IIPT’s two most recent global summits on Peace through Tourism in Europe and Asia. Both the “Women of the World” and “Sacred Connections” exhibits provided a strong visual medium to help raise awareness of the connectedness of our global family to one another – and to our common home, planet earth.
The exhibits gave insight and meaning to the summit goals of promoting mutual respect and understanding, international cooperation, healing wounds of conflict, fostering sustainable community development, and measures to alleviate poverty.
Kristie is committed to using her photography to create bridges and reconciliation and to connect with others as an ambassador for peace. Kristie is a valued – and valuable -partner with IIPT. Her presence and images provide impact, hope, and strong convictions for positive change.
Louis D’Amore
Founder and President
International Institute for Peace through Tourism (IIPT)
Stowe, Vermont
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