Masthead header
M.V. Composing Portraits bio picture
  • Capturing Life as Intended

    Thank you SO much for stopping by!!! In the fall of 2007, we moved to Connecticut from Minnesota and created Galleria Vivid. I set out to shoot all on location, all amazing color, and all on my own. None of these things had I done before. With allot of GREAT mentors and fearlessness, I feel that I have overwhelmingly exceeded my visions, and Galleria Vivid is quite Vivid. Photography has been an amazing blessing in my life, it allows me to be an artist, to never stop learning, and of course stay up until four in the morning working on fun projects such as a brand new blog! When it comes down to it, I don't have to go to all this work, but I just can't help myself!!! I must create!!!! I also have a wonderful support system, my husband Greg, who is my best friend, is the most supportive person I've ever known. Of course, my baby boy Brevinn, who is the sweetest!!!! And ALL of our extended family and friends who have been my cheerleaders!!! Thank you ALL!!! Lastly and most importantly, I thank God, who has given me everything this life can offer. Please enjoy my images, and feel free to leave any comments, good or bad....I can take it!!! Ciao, Missy

FEBRUARY 4th Valentine’s Day Portrait Party

Alright EVERYONE, Valentine’s day is just around the corner, and what a better way to celebrate than with a photo session for your loved ones!!! These images will make GREAT gifts for your hubby, the grandparents, or if you haven’t sent out holiday cards during the Christmas season, what about an ADORABLE Valentine’s Day card!!! Alright this is also a great time to get some awesome profile pics and updated glam shots, so bring your best dress, and let’s take some gorgeous photographs!!! The sessions will be held at my home studio in Bristol. When you inquire more information or to book a time, I’ll give you the full address. There is a limited quantity of times available, so please contact me right away if you are interested, it’s only 1 week away!!!

Just a reminder, you have the choice of a PALE PINK background or a WHITE background!!!
I’ll have more samples of the actual background late this week!!!
Can’t wait to see you all in one WEEK!!!

Call or email to book your session!!!!

860-585-7441

missy@galleriavivid.com

 

Images taken by Amy Trahant, images shown to give you an idea of the style of background, reminder again that the background options are pale pink and white. This background is red and will not be available for the shoot.

Natasha & David’s “Bon Voyage” {Cava Southington}

On Saturday, November 12th, Natasha and David held a pre-wedding reception “Bon Voyage” party! Their wedding was celebrated in December 2011 at St. Lucia during a private ceremony…well and I think the plan was to have the wedding telecast via skype, so I’m hoping to hear more about that:)!!! David and Natasha were guests at the Derek and Amanda’s wedding last August and Natasha fell in love with my style so she contacted me in October to take images of their celebration! For November, we couldn’t have had a more perfect day, it was a little breezy but the sun was shine shining so it was a perfect Autumn day! During the shoot we took some photographs of the couple at Pine Valley golf course near the venue and then of course at the gorgeous Cava which was elaborating decorated for the holiday season! Natasha & David, it was so great to get to know you two as a couple, you certainly are perfect for each other, absolutely adorable, from your many pet names to the how you hold hands, darling darling!!! Congratulations on being MR and MRS!!! Much Love and Many Blessings, Missy

January 28, 2012 - 6:39 pm

Natasha Patterson - Love, love, love them! Missy, you are the best!

January 28, 2012 - 7:32 pm

Shane - These are GORGEOUS photos!! :)

January 29, 2012 - 12:20 am

Julie P - Love all the photos! Natasha and Dave look soooo happy!

January 29, 2012 - 8:18 am

Darcie - Congratulations again to Natasha & David! Beautiful pics for a beautiful couple! Wishing you many years of love and happiness!
All the best~ Darcie

January 29, 2012 - 5:02 pm

Agata LaTerra - Really awesome pictures, so many special moments captivated on film and they all look so perfect. Totally love it and puttin my wedding pictures away forever, I’m just gonna keep looking over Natasha and Davids because they are absolutelly stunning.

January 30, 2012 - 11:19 am

Amanda - I love them just as much as my own!!! You do such a great job Missy! Natasha & David…you look great! I’m so happy I could be there to celebrate with you!

January 30, 2012 - 12:49 pm

Melissa Rys - beautiful pictures!! Congrats :)

January 30, 2012 - 12:54 pm

Jenna Mackey - Beautiful photos!

January 30, 2012 - 12:57 pm

Paula - Absolutely gorgeous! (& So happy!) Love it!!

January 30, 2012 - 1:00 pm

Adam - Absolutely fantastic setting. You look so good together. I hope smile on your faces never fade and and accompany you throughout the time…

January 30, 2012 - 1:02 pm

Shannon - Great pictures! What a lovely couple!!!

January 30, 2012 - 1:26 pm

Diva - I thought who is Natasha Patterson? And then it hit me, you are now married and this is your new name.
You both look so very happy. Love always!!!!!

January 30, 2012 - 1:51 pm

missy@galleriavivid.com - awwwww thanks Amanda!!!!!

January 30, 2012 - 2:13 pm

tina gerard - Natasha – Your pictures are just beautiful. You both look so happy and in love. Thanks for sharing your special days with me. Love, Tina

January 30, 2012 - 2:15 pm

Jolie - Absolutely gorgeous pictures!!

January 30, 2012 - 2:42 pm

Ellen McGuire - What a beautiful couple! Congratulations!

January 30, 2012 - 3:14 pm

Pam Van Wart - Gorgeous!! Thank you so much for sharing.

January 30, 2012 - 3:28 pm

Dave P - Thanks for the great pictures Missy.
You put us in a great mood and made the day easy.
I will reccomend you to everyone I know.

Dave

January 30, 2012 - 3:37 pm

missy@galleriavivid.com - Thanks Dave!!!!!

January 31, 2012 - 9:36 am

Rebecca Williams - Beautiful pictures…beautiful couple…xo

February 1, 2012 - 10:24 pm

Emily R - Awesome pics!! You did an amazing job!! The slideshow is perfect!

February 1, 2012 - 10:46 pm

Jennie - I love all the pictures…David and Natasha look so great in all of them! great job!!

February 2, 2012 - 1:29 pm

Monique - You look like a prince and princess together.

February 3, 2012 - 9:03 am

timmy c - never go to bed angry….stay up and fight.

February 5, 2012 - 9:49 am

Tom Normandy - You guys look great together and congrats to the photographer who did an awesome job! See ya on the golf course!

February 7, 2012 - 2:09 pm

Rick - Beautiful pictures that captured the day perfectly!

February 7, 2012 - 2:10 pm

Anna - What a beautiful slideshow!!

February 7, 2012 - 2:26 pm

Bill Dunn - Awesome pics, guys! Thanks for sharing.

February 7, 2012 - 4:20 pm

Robert - Great pictures! Congratulations!

February 9, 2012 - 9:55 am

April Robitaille - 2 of the happiest faces! What beautiful pictures to remember your wonderful day!

February 10, 2012 - 3:31 pm

Cheri - What AWESOME pictures to remember your special day. Thank you for inviting me to be a part of that with ya’s. You make for a perfect couple… CONGRATULATIONS!

February 13, 2012 - 12:41 pm

Cooney - Great pics from a great evening!

February 14, 2012 - 11:22 am

Dennis Khamtsov - Beautiful pictures, so happy for my little sister!

Vera is heartbroken by the Packer Loss

Anyone whose ever love and lost will sympathize with my daughter Vera and her broken heart. We are cheese heads, it’s in our blood…”it’s ok Vera, September will come sooner than you think.”

January 21, 2012 - 12:12 pm

Natasha - Awe poor Vera! At least she looks perfect in these beautiful pictures!