Introductions
Chief Editor
Rae Schrock
Assistant Editor
Tina Newson
Staff Writers
Marlene Stoltzfus
Brittany Shult
“I am a natural light
photographer based in
Washington Dc. I shoot
mostly
weddings
and
families. I love spring rain,
honesty, old quilts, and
quaint cafes. I enjoy traveling,
exploring fabulous places and
meeting new people.”
Samantha Trenkamp
Columnists
Luci Miller
Guest Writers
Andrew Ranck
Justin & Ann Kanagy
Joyce Mummau
Maribeth Herr
BEHIND
THE
CAMERA
meet this issue’s guest
photographers
MarJanita Geigley
from Rae
To the faithful readers of DOP,
I sit at my computer, putting the final touches
on this issue and feel again a deep gratitude for
all that has transpired to make it possible. A
great deal of work is required to compile, edit,
and publish each issue, and I would not be able
to do it alone. This issue involved more guest
contributors than any prior issue, making me
deeply indebted. To those who gave so willingly
of their time and creativity, THANK YOU!
This issue we welcome Luci Miller, a blogger,
author, and now DOP columnist! She has
graciously committed to a year of writing, and
I think you will find her words life-giving. Her
column, “Women in the Trenches” tells the
stories of ordinary women who are leading
courageous lives and making a significant
impact, even through the challenging, mundane,
and unique challenges they face.
It is a busy summer so far. So busy that I feel the
margins are pushing to the edge of proverbial
Melissa Troyer
Staff Photographer
Carmie Sanchez
Guest Photographers
Jessica Burdge
Emily Lapp
Gretta Coates
Creative Design
Rae Schrock
Cover Photo by Gretta Coates
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Jessica
Burdge
a word
Emily Lapp
“I am a follower of Jesus Christ and have purposed to
follow Him wherever He leads. He has given me the
passion to create and capture the beauty
around me whether its in photography,
painting, interior design or giving
a sad piece of furniture a facelift. I especially enjoy capturing
the beauty in people. Nothing
created is more amazing then
a person, someone created
in the image of God. It’s very
important to me to capture
a person’s personality and
style. I love to hang out with
my family and friends, drink
coffee, chill in coffee shops and
time in solitude. I love to revel in
the small moments throughout the
day and notice the amazing detail of
the world around me. Check out my
website:
mphotographyii.zenfolio.com
and Facebook page: M-photography.”
Welcome Luci!
Luci Miller has joined the DOP team as a writer for the
new column, Women in the Trenches. Welcome!
paper. There is so much to do; so many good
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