Acrylic painting of St. Maarten by artist Todd Muskopf

 January brings thoughts of cold, ice, snow, icky weather. Stuck inside. Janice decided it was the perfect time to go to the Caribbean, so that's what we did for the last week of January. We spent a week on St. Maarten in the Dutch East Indies. It was a different sort of vacation for us, because there were no antiques to be found anywhere! It was a wonderful time for us to be gone, feeling warm breezes, and distance ourselves from the very interesting American media which was thrashing from day to day. The beaches on St. Maarten aren't the huge beaches of the Bahamas or the Gulf of Mexico, but it was wonderful nevertheless! Near the end we took a long walk around the bay towards the airport and I was able to get images of the beach without boats moored in the bay. Boats are great, but the bay was pretty much a parking lot--a very pleasant parking lot! This painting was created from one of those images. Landscape 427: Beach on St. Maarten, 16x24", 2025. Acrylic on canvas. $840.

Acrylic Painting by Ohio Artist Todd Muskopf

 When we planned the trip to France last year, we had no idea that we would be arriving when the wisteria was in full bloom. We spent the night at a few castles with massive wisteria vines--well over 6" in diameter, that traveled upwards 25' or so. It was amazing, and then-- we visited Giverny. The wisteria framing Monet's pond was just wonderful and became the subject for this painting. LS426: Giverny. 18 x 24" 2025. This one is not for sale. Janice claimed it. :)

James came in for professional headshots in Dayton, which means a contractor with WPAFB

 I don't know which company James is working with, but since Wright Patterson Air Force Base is the largest single site employer in the state of Ohio, you know it's with one of the hundreds, if not thousands, of companies that have contracts with the base.  With all that going on, switching companies because of contracts ending and beginning is normal.  Make sure you have UP-TO-DATE photos for your LinkedIn, social media, etc.  Everyone knows, if your headshot is 20 years old, they're gonna wonder what happened.  Be honest.  Be Confident.  Be Approachable.  Be Experienced, but still willing to learn.  You'll be fine. :)

Waverly came in for professional headshots

 Waverly is an up-and-coming professional.  She recently entered a leadership program and came to Muskopf Photography for headshots.

Muskopf Photography, LLC in Beavercreek, Ohio provides professional headshots for business and acting professionals all around the Dayton area.  Todd’s method is to take enough time to create multiple expressions, looks, and moods, then let you choose and purchase your favorites after you see the photos.  

A business person should invest in professional headshot photography for several reasons:

• Professional headshots can help build trust and credibility with clients or potential employers. A high-quality image conveys professionalism and attention to detail.

• Headshots are often used on websites, social media profiles, and marketing materials. A consistent and professional look across these platforms strengthens branding and recognition.

• In today's digital age, a strong online presence is crucial. A professional headshot makes a positive first impression and can help attract opportunities.

• Some professional headshots come with full resolution digital files and permission to use them for various purposes such as LinkedIn, websites, brochures, business cards, and more.

• Investing in a professional headshot provides the flexibility to use the images for various purposes like Linked In, web sites, brochures, business cards, convention appearances, newspapers, trade magazines, billboards, etc.

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LS413 North Carolina Mountains. 16 x 20.  $750  By Ohio artist Todd Muskopf

This is a vibrant oil painting depicting a lush, green landscape with a winding path leading through a field. The artist uses thick, impasto brushstrokes, giving the painting a textured and dynamic feel.

In the foreground, a reddish-brown path cuts through a field of bright green foliage, which appears to be crops or low-lying bushes. To the left, a mature tree with a full green canopy stands prominently, while other trees line the left and right edges of the composition, framing the view.

In the midground, beyond the green field, there's a band of colorful trees or bushes, painted in warm tones of orange, gold, and reddish-brown, suggesting an autumnal or blossoming season.

In the background, rolling mountains with hints of purple and blue hues stretch across the horizon. The sky is a bright blue, filled with fluffy white clouds, also rendered with visible brushstrokes, adding to the painting's textural quality.

The overall impression is one of a bright, inviting, and somewhat idyllic rural scene,  inspired by the North Carolina mountains.

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John is an author

 John has recently completed a book on the history of the Boy Scouts.  He came in to create headshots to use for the cover images.  

John is a huge collector of Boy Scout memorabilia.  In the photo here, you can see him holding a 100+ year old merit badge examination prep booklet pertaining to electricity.

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Anne and Brian Personal Branding Session

 Anne and Brian Bercht came by to get new photos for their web site and social media. They are internationally known relationship counselors. For the past 20 years, they have helped hundreds of couples heal from every kind of marital unfaithfulness. They can be found at www.beyondaffairs.com, on IG @beyondaffairs, and on FB at facebook.com/BeyondAffairs. When you are ready for new headshots and photos for your marketing needs, call or send me a message.