Illustrator. Educator. Photographer.

Online Portfolio of Mary Shadbolt

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View fullsize I’m honored my piece “The Force of Her” has sold! This is one of two charcoal pieces in the Pride-full exhibit at the @heidigalleryatjsdd in Livingston, NJ. 🌈 The works shows women being completely unedited. Comfortable in their o
View fullsize Figure drawing for me is meditation in motion. As the model shifts through different poses, the world melts away and I can focus on just the lines of the shoulder or rib cage. Capturing the slight twist of the torso can engage me for minutes to hou
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View fullsize What a crazy night! From the intense heat- to the storm kicking off with intense winds taking branches and whole trees down. Then- it got real quiet and my whole living room turned orange. I stepped outside and was greeted with a full arc rainbow and
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View fullsize Two coasts. One amazing friendship. So happy I finally made it to Seattle/Snohomish to see my west coast bestie. Hilarious that it was 3 years exactly from our last visit! 🖤 here’s to many more visits and lengthy phone convos in between. Lov
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View fullsize The light doesn’t ask permission. It just arrives. Forever inspiring. 🩵 Fine art sunrise photography, available as prints #meks #naturallightphotography #jerseygirl
View fullsize “Breathe” Delphi, Greece Delphi is know in Greek myth as the center of the world, AND home of the oracle. This is where you would go to hear prophecies from the priestess, directly from Apollo! #meks #travelphotography #urbanquiet #natur
View fullsize Head to the @heidigalleryatjsdd tomorrow for our closing reception and artist “walk and talk”! This is a wonderful way to hear the inspirations, process’ and stories behind the work and connect with the artists. I’m honored m
View fullsize I’m honored to share that these two charcoal pieces have been accepted into the Pride-full exhibit at the @heidigalleryatjsdd in Livingston, NJ. 🌈 “The Force of Her” and “Wild and Whole”. My theme shows women being co
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View fullsize Happy Mother’s Day to ALL Moms & Grandmothers! As well as those who have Angel moms, Angel babies, adopted babies, fur babies, or WILL be mothers. This day is to celebrate ALL forms of Mothering. An extra special nod goes to MY Mom, an insp
View fullsize Forever called to the sea & the sky - and loving how my soul reacts. #muse #artistphotographer #lbinj #jerseygirl
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View fullsize My lilies are back! Lily of the Valley always reminds me of my lovely Grandmother. They grew in her yard and I am always so glad that I transferred some to my yard. Now when it comes up in MY garden, & it’s like she is visiting me. Plus,
View fullsize Another fabulous night to lose myself in drawing. Focusing on just what was in front of me and letting my thoughts drift away. Drawing the human form provides the perfect amount of challenge and solace. The @figuresessionsdenville has been near and
View fullsize Delphi, Greece While one can’t capture the sense of awe you have surrounded by centuries of history, here are some of my captures depicting the site and the beauty. #naturallightphotography #travelphotography #greece #meks
View fullsize I’m honored to have my photo, “Here and Now” accepted & hanging in the 11th annual Xpose juried photography exhibition at @scahc in Newton. 🌟Reception April 18, 2-4 pm 📌 Exhibit April 2- 30th 🖼️ Artwork available for purcha

Illustration

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Maya
Maya
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Aubergine
Aubergine
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Henri
Henri
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Vincent
Vincent
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Photography

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Autumn Photography
Autumn Photography
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Beach Photography
Beach Photography
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Flowers Photography
Flowers Photography
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Hoboken Photography
Hoboken Photography
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365 Photo Challenge 2014
365 Photo Challenge 2014
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365 Photo Challenge 2013
365 Photo Challenge 2013
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Morris County Photography
Morris County Photography
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Music Photography
Music Photography
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New York Yankees Photography
New York Yankees Photography
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Children Photography
Children Photography
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Winter Photography
Winter Photography
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Blog

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Tiger-Fly Photography Has Expanded!
Tiger-Fly Photography Has Expanded!
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Help Us Support Our Local Children's Hospital
Help Us Support Our Local Children's Hospital
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Chasing Snowflakes
Chasing Snowflakes
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Now That I'm Home Safe In The Snow...
Now That I'm Home Safe In The Snow...
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Unicef Photo Benefit
Unicef Photo Benefit
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UNICEF Photo Benefit Update!
UNICEF Photo Benefit Update!
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Pure Magic
Pure Magic
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Laughter Is Timeless
Laughter Is Timeless
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Butterfly Barrette
Butterfly Barrette
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Hoboken Art & Music Festival
Hoboken Art & Music Festival
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Can You Say It With Me? Ahhhhhhhhhhh
Can You Say It With Me? Ahhhhhhhhhhh
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Saluting The Captain...
Saluting The Captain...
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My Little Artist
My Little Artist
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The Rockettes 'What Makes You Smile' Competition
The Rockettes 'What Makes You Smile' Competition
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