Hi!

I’m Mena


MY STORY

Born and raised in Newport, Rhode Island — where the light is good, the scenery does a lot of the work, and you learn pretty quickly to pay attention to what’s in front of you. I was drawn to photo shoots early on, long before I really understood what went into making them happen.

That curiosity turned into a career spanning more than a decade in commercial production, working as a producer at advertising agencies in Boston and NYC, leading photo and video shoots for brands ranging from Burger King to Adidas to Carnival. Along the way, I’ve collaborated with incredibly talented creatives and touched just about every corner of the commercial and branding world.

During that time, I built my own photography business and fell in love with creating images that feel real, fun, and genuine — images that tell meaningful stories and reflect the people and brands behind them. After years in the city, I made my way back home to Newport, bringing with me the technical know-how, creative instincts, and calm-under-pressure energy that only comes from years on set.

Now I get to do what I love most: photographing people and businesses in a way that feels natural, elevated, and joyful, whether that’s portraits you’re proud to hang on your wall or product and lifestyle imagery that gives your brand a strong visual voice..

I’m endlessly inspired by the people around me, fueled by ocean air, and very serious about making great photos without taking myself too seriously. Let’s make something beautiful.

Let's create together

Let's create together