Our Team
Charleen Larkin
Studio Owner & Certified Master Craftsman Photographer
With 35 years of experience, Charleen isn’t just a photographer; she’s a storyteller. She creates personalized portraits for families, children, seniors, and more. Expect fun, interactive sessions where she gets to know you personally to tailor each experience to your unique needs.
Charleen is a Certified, Craftsman, Master Photographer who never stops learning. Her passion extends beyond capturing memories; she actively empowers aspiring and professional photographers through her knowledge and experience.
Outside of the studio, Charleen is a wife, a mom, and an adventurer who enjoys cycling, hiking, and camping with her family.
Whether you’re looking for timeless family portraits, capturing your child’s personality, or commemorating a special occasion, Charleen’s expertise and warm personality guarantee a truly enriching experience.
Let her tell your story, one beautiful portrait at a time.
Gianna Ormstead
Creative Team Member
Gianna has over two years of experience in culling, photographing, and designing digital promotional pieces for the studio. Her love for Marketing and Graphic Design are utilized to craft marketing campaigns, magazines, flyers, and our quarterly newsletter As the Shutter Clicks.
She regularly assists on portrait days which includes photographing senior portraits, teams and individuals, clubs/shops, candids, and more!
In terms of education, Gianna attends CT State Quinebaug Valley Community College as she works towards her Communications degree. This pursuit has improved her skills in Marketing and Communications within the studio.
MaryGrace Dufault
Creative Team Member
MaryGrace has studied photography for seven years, with three of those working at Charleen’s Portrait Studio. She specializes in senior portraits, team and individual portraits, and action images. When photographed by Mary, her first priority is a genuine smile!
In studio, she manages the social media presence and coordinates with our schools to schedule their portrait days. She also frequently communicates with our clients to ensure that any questions they have are taken care of.
Out of the studio, Mary is a graduate of CT State Quinebaug Valley Community College and is currently attending Eastern. She is majoring in Psychology as her primary career focus is helping others.
Todd Buch
Creative Team Member
Todd has over three years of experience in photography and editing. He specializes in editing images, handling orders, and videography. He often assists in the studio, on school portrait days, manages the photobooth, and sets up for sessions.
Todd also ensures that the portraits created by the studio are edited and printed at the highest quality. Additionally, he photographs action images and sports, and creates personalized films for portrait sessions.
Todd is also experienced in using a variety of software programs including Adobe Photoshop, Lightroom, and Premiere Pro.
Outside of the studio, Todd is a student at the University of Connecticut. He studies computer science and engineering in addition to photography.
Madisyn Lawrence
Creative Team Member
Madi is our newest Creative Team Member! She has two years of photography educational experience. She specializes in editing, marketing, and assisting on school portrait days. In her free time, Madi enjoys fishing and adventures.
She recently graduated from Killingly High School. After taking photography classes, she discovered a passion for portraiture and street photography.
Madi has a love for jewelry and fun fashion accessories, making her the go to girl when it comes to finding the perfect pieces that will compliment your outfits.
Madi’s warm smile and inviting personality will have you feeling comfortable and at ease while she assist in the camera room during your sessions.
