I’M CANDACE, A DESTINATION PHOTOGRAPHER BASED IN THE MIDWEST.

Artisan-me was founded, based on the desire to share my passion. It’s a reflection of my sense of wonder, and each print is curated to spark curiosity. 

I’ve been a photographer for 30 years now, mastering the craftsmanship of both photography and business. I went to the classes, attended the conferences, took the test, bought the rights, hung the certificate, earned the trophy, built the building, and had a successful business. All this to come full-circle with my endless intrigue for exploring places and spaces. I love documenting during my travels, and I thrive on adventure. If I’ve learned nothing else, it’s this: Create a life around the things you love doing, and it can’t help but be beautiful. 

The secret sauce to my success? My deeply rooted faith, along with my incredible family. Dave—my soulmate, hubby, and phenomenal charming scout—stands by my side, always. He’s the personification of generous love and encouragement, and he’s down-right lovely to dream with. He lives every day with total GRIT. We have four amazing adult children who we are in awe of, inspired by, and love to do life with. And we feel the same about their spouses, who we love as our own. To date, we have five unbelievably wonderful grand-kiddos who we want to be around 365 days a year. “Camp Grandma” is pure bliss, a party in a backpack. Is there anything better than that? 

Thank you for being here. I hope you enjoy my little shop. I think of it like open-handed cherry picking. The range of fine art prints and collections will be ever-growing, as I continue to bring you beautiful artwork, inspired by the bold landscapes and raw moments I encounter on my travels. Exploration and a heart for the wild frontier is what makes up Artisan-me.