Milledgeville welcomes downtown photo studio

Wayne Street’s latest addition, Fields Photography and Framing, was launched on Oct. 14, just before the Deep Roots Festival. The store is run by photographer Danielle Fields, a GCSU alumna.

Fields is thrilled to be in the new Milledgeville location.

“We are exactly where we want to be,” Fields said. Fields is not the only excited individual.

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Danielle and Michael Fields stand outside their store. Fields Photography and Framing on South Wayne street has been open since October and is currently home to the senior photography studen’t exhibits.

“Anytime a new business opens, it is great for the downtown economy and the Milledgeville community,” stated Milledgeville Chamber of Commerce Membership Director Lisa Thompson.

The studio features Fields’ photography, as well as the work of local and student artists. Fields’ photographs depict babies, maternity, families, weddings, senior photos, pin-ups and, soon, head portraits.

“My aesthetic is urban, funky and rustic,” Fields said. “It has a dirty feel.”

Fields accomplishes this feel by adding unique elements to her photography such as newborns in antique furniture or families in historic barns.

Fields does not keep her creative talent to herself though. She offers basic photo classes every three months, the next being in January. She hopes to add more classes soon.

Fields also plays host to many events. On Nov. 29, the GCSU senior student art exhibit will be held at Fields Photography and Framing. Fields also hosts vintage inspired pin-up photography parties. The pin-up photos are tasteful, but also have a flirtatious aspect to them. Fields hopes to add birthday party host to the mix.

“Danielle is realizing the dream that a lot of our students have,” said Associate Professor of Art Bill Fisher. “We (the Department of Art) are really happy when the arts and businesses that support the arts become a more integral part of the community”

As for the future, Fields hopes that the business flourishes and is beneficial to the community.

“Our long-term goal is to provide affordable costs, great customer service and a quick turn around,” Fields said.

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