I have been a photographer in Dayton, Ohio since 2009, and I enjoy the variety of photographing pet portraits, personal branding (head shots), and commercial photography for artisan products.

My approach is simple, kind, and direct. Our connection starts at the initial consultation to ensure we are prepared to work toward creating images you will love. I gently communicate my ideas & allow room to patiently work towards achieving both eloquent and intimate printed photographs. I am discreetly proficient with my equipment, while also being sensitive to the energy of those around me.

My style pulls from elements of fine art theory, but I am a discerning director that takes time to build a set that facilitates genuine expressions of both people and pets in my portraits. I enjoy collaborating with my clients to understand their goals & vision, whether in my photography studio in Troy or on location in Dayton.

- Andrea Molina | Available for travel

 
 

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Andrea Molina is a photographer, mother, and graduate student (in physiology & neuroscience).

 
 
“Cook me a meal, and tell me a story.” Ideas for this portrait series have slowly grown in my imagination for many years. I’ve always loved watching people cook and the conversations that flow in these spaces. As I aged, I wanted p
Proud to share that my sister, Rachel Bell, earned her Master’s Degree in Information Technology from University of Cincinnati in December of 2022! Took some pictures of her on a (very cold) winter day to celebrate. As it has been said before,
Beautiful day with a family glowing from all the excitement of starting a new chapter. Contact me at info@andrea-molina.com to set up your portrait session or gift one to someone you love.
All the blooming tulips and daffodils are a welcome sign of life. Needing the reminder that new life is everywhere. Loved cuddling this sweet girl after our session, surrounded by all the love in the world. 💗 Message me at info@andrea-molina.com
I shot weddings for over ten years, and a lot of the work I did was reactive to the lighting situations around me. I loved being creative and flexible at that time. Lately, focusing on building scenes and interacting with continuous light has been
To be honest, I’m sometimes still amazed that we can capture a moment in time with pixels and light. We often take it for granted, but this is M.A.G.I.C. Booking Spring Portraits- inside a studio like this or on location. DM me for more inform
 
 

“She who seeks beauty will find
it and thrive.” - Favorite (modified) quote from photographer Bill Cunningham

I live in Tipp City with two sons, Kevin and Damian, who will soon both tower over me. We are big fans of Harry Potter and baking cookies. I proudly taught them how to play baseball & it is an honor to be their mama.

We are surrounded by more guitars & dragons than I ever imagined,

and I love every moment of it.

After hours, I am finishing a master’s degree in physiology + neuroscience with graduation in Spring of 2021. I will always be curious, and I enjoy reading research articles in the morning with my coffee. Sometimes I write on my personal blog, Tether & Fly.

I’m an amateur baker transitioning into a full fledged “plant lady,” that can’t get enough from learning about the connections in our bodies that make us who were are.

We love to ride our bikes to our historic downtown, stopping at our favorite cozy shops.

 

“We and all other living organisms are made of stardust.” ✨

-Lehninger Principles of Biochemistry | David L Nelson & Michael M Cox

Wright State University

Neuroscience & Engineering Collaboration

Student & Photographer

In 2015, I returned to Wright State to continue the journey to medical school that initially began in 2002. This time, I was a single mom in my early thirties. With both of my sons in school, I could take the pre-med courses I needed + earn my bachelor’s degree.

In summer of 2018, I graduated with a bachelor of science degree in psychology with a concentration in behavioral neuroscience. My undergraduate honors thesis research was in a behavioral neuroscience lab where I examined changes in cytokine activity (tiny protein cell signals) in the brain after stressful events coupled with an immune challenge. Now I am planning to finish my master's degree in physiology + neuroscience from Wright State in spring of 2021.

It has been brought to my attention that my goals are unusual. Believe me, I often wonder how art & science will intersect in my future. I truly believe they share a dynamic alliance in our universe. I move toward my academic goals (slowly), while appreciating the gift of being your photographer.

I’ve written more about this on my personal blog, TetherAndFly.