Morgan Barrett Photography

Be still, my ovaries.

So in the 19th century there was an... erm... interesting photography trend called ‘hidden mother photography’. Naturally, I had to try it with our children. Kory posed as the ‘mother’. He’s a good sport. Please share your thoughts. @thestudio_onmass

The twins are 5 months old! Their personalities are really shining, and they are definitely two very different little humans. Lately they’ve been smiling, laughing, cuddling, and in Alder’s case, really testing out that lung capacity. We’re tired and our house is a mess, but we wouldn’t have it any other way. Hearts are content.

Yeah, well, safe to say I’m in love with @strangerockceramics work. Rachel & Logan met me at @thestudio_onmass to play with color and light. I giggled like a fool behind the camera because these pots and mug spark JOY I love meeting IG friends IRL. These folks’ creativity is a gift. Thank you, Rachel & Logan!

Trying my hand at flat lays and swooning over the new seed varieties I’m going to try in the garden this year. ALL THE COLORS Also, I feel like the little glass jar is barfing up the sunflower seeds. Anyone else get that vibe? #homegarden #backyardgarden #heirloomseeds #gardenplanning

shine a light even when no one is looking... mnb

I’ve had a little passion project in the works, and I’m readyish to share about it @thestudio_onmass is open for business! The Studio will be available to my photography clients for portrait sessions, as well as to area artists, makers, and fellow photographers! Lawrence is a rad place, but it was missing something - a photo studio. So I decided to do something about that.... My hope for the space is that it will be an asset for the community of creatives in our town & beyond. A place where photographers can exercise their creativity, and other artists can capture their creative works for showcasing. Check out morganbarrett.co/studio for more information, and please DM me with suggestions or ideas! I genuinely want this to be a resource that serves your needs. Also discounts abound through April 2021. Jump on that train.

Walking in the woods Last Sunday I had a profound thought So simple yet, Maybe revolutionary... I smiled and laughed As I skipped through the trees Like a kid again, It felt unique to me But I realized I’m not unique I’m part of this earthly Family Nature heals me She’ll heal you too We’re all human We’re all in need Of a hug from our Mother our mother, the Earth Brown, black or white Each of us her child Wealthy or poor Wild or refined City dweller or Happiest outside She’s here for us all Your, my birthright So when you’re not sure What it is you need Step outside Let earth meet your feet Be still Quiet your mind Or run and be free There’s no right way; She knows what We need. mnb

My tiny humans have cracked my heart open and spilled my guts all over the place. Note to parents I love baby photo sessions. Let’s document your cheeky cherubs’ first year of life. I’m a covid-responsible photographer (both during sessions and in my personal time). www.morganbarrett.co

This page is a space I have created to express myself, my thoughts, my art, and to share those things with others who enjoy and can relate to them. What started as a photography page has become a place to explore other art forms to write, to advocate, to share the joy of gardening & nature & herbalism, to push my limits, to make friends, to share life experiences as an outlet for receiving and providing comfort, and to speak up about these historic (and often awful) times we...’re living through. As my friend @hannah_aften put it we draw on pain and beauty for creative expression. However, it’s been brought to my attention that some people worry about me based on things I have posted. I am OK. Despite everything going on, which I have a tendency to swallow whole and internalize, I am genuinely more at peace with and in control of myself than I have ever felt. I actually think my vulnerability and willingness to risk f*cking up is a testament to that. I am sorry for things I have shared at others’ expense; my intention is not to harm. I am an emotional person, and it frees me to share my emotions and experiences. Social media sharing may not be everyone’s cup of tea, and there are many times I’m not sure it’s mine either, and I understand there’s some discomfort that comes with that. That’s really kind of the essence of why I do it to push my boundaries and comfort zones. Should I? Is always in the back of my mind, and I give that voice room to talk, but I don’t always take her advice. I make mistakes, and I am learning to be ok with that - and ok with myself - when I do. (And to apologize fully, but without shame.) Like Brene says Guilt: I did something bad. Shame: I am bad. I am working on staying in the guilt space and not letting shame creep in.