Dee Ann Sibley
Known for her Black & White portraits of everyday people, she captures laugh lines, wrinkles and the true beauty of the people she photographs. As an award- winning photojournalist, Dee Ann is recognized in the midwest for her Rodeo Photography.
With degrees in studio arts, education and psychology along with a M.A.'s in Art Therapy and Educational Counseling, she has decades of experience in understanding human emotion.
As a photographer she uses her background to bring out images that captures the attention of her audience.
Dee Ann has works in both public and private collections across the Midwest and West. She uses her skills to Teach Photography, Lecture about her work and personal experiences as a Photographer. She also Judges Regional Art Shows and does Portfolio Critiques.
My PHILOSOPHy
Capture the soul in every image
Wistful
Curriculum Vitae
Dee Ann Sibey-Photographer
3150-361st. Ave NE
Cambridge, MN 55008
(763)439-9120
Formal Education
M.A. Art Therapy University of Wisconsin- Superior 2005
B.A. Studios Arts, Education, Psychology
Augsburg University 2004
Robert Osborn-Intensive Private Instruction 2016, 2017, 2019, 2023
Springboard for the Arts, Artist Workshops 2015
Rocky Mountain School of Photography 2013
Minneapolis Photo Center- Lightroom 2013
Rick Allen Photoshop workshops 2012-2013
Rick Flor Photoshop Workshop 2012
Century Community College -Lighting 2012
Social Media
www.facebook.com/ dsibleystudios
Personal
Professional Fine Art and freelance photographer. Experienced in Portrait and Journalistic Photography. With over 15 years experience in working to promote and support photographers in advancing their art.
Skills
-Intuitive photographer
-Experience in “one shot”visual storytelling
-In-depth understanding of various cameras and usage
-Critical creative thinker
-Extensive communication skills
-Great ascetic sense
-Post processing and presentation skills
-Teaching
Work Experience
Isanti-Chisago Star- Photojournalist
Cambridge Center For The Arts-Photography Club
Hallberg Center For The Arts-Photography Club
Vassaloppet USA Cross Country Ski Designated Photographer
Centennial High School Photography Club Advisor
Isanti Fireman's Rodeo Photographer
2004 Anoka Ramsey Community College, P.T. Instructor
Group Exhibitions (Partial List)
2022-Wyoming Creative Arts-"What the Eye Saw" Photography Show
2022-Wyoming Creative Arts-"Black and White" Show
2022-Praxis Gallery International call for entry-The Black & White Portrait
2022-Wyoming Creative Arts -“In” show acceptance and Artistic Excellence Award.
2022-Praxis Gallery International call for Images acceptance -The portrait contest-Wistful.
.2022-Recipient of Minnesota State Arts Board-Creative support for Individuals Grant
2022-Accepted into the UpTown Art Fair
2021-Accepted in to the Minnesota Fine Arts Competition (Sold Image)
2021-Acceptance in to Up Town Art Fair
2021-Foot In The Door, Minneapolis Institute of Art
2020- What the Eye Saw, Hallberg Center For The Arts.
2020- Vasaloppet Art Show, Mora MN,
2020-Image Art Show, ECRAC, Hinkley MN
2019-Minneapolis Photo Center, Not Accepted Show,
2019-Minnesota State Fair Fine Arts
2018- Alimni Show, Augsburg University, MN
2017-Minnesota State Fair Fine Arts,
2017-Image Art Show, Braham , MN
2016- Alumni Show, Augsburg University,, MN
2016- Image Art Show, Braham, MN
2014-Image Art Show, Braham, MN
2013-Image Art Show, Olgalvie, MN
2012-Image Art Show, Pine City, MN (First Place)
2011-Image Art Show, Braham, MN
SOLO Shows
2013-There Once Was A Girl, Cambridge Center For The Arts
2016-The Abandoned Farms Of Isanti County, Cambridge Center For The Arts
2016-The Abandoned Farms Of Isanti County, Pine City History Museum
2016-The Abandoned Farms Of Isanti County, Isanti County Fair
2016-Anoka Ramsey Community College -Cambridge Campus
Awards
2022-Minnesota News Paper Association, Better Newspaper Photographer Contest Front Page Image "Throwing On The Breaks."
2022-Minnesota News Paper Association, Better Newspaper Press Photographer contest. Full Page Photo Spread 1st. Place for Best Photo Story."Rodeo."
2022-1st Place Minnesota News Paper Association, Better Newspaper Press Photographer contest
2022-Wyoming Creative Art, "In" show-Peoples Choice Award
2022- Wyoming Creative Art, “In” show-Artistic Excellence Award.
2020-Peoples Choice Award; What the Eye Saw, Hallberg Center For The Arts.
2020- Judges Choice Award; Vasaloppet Art Show, Mora MN,
2020-Special Recognition; Image Art Show, ECRAC, Hinkley MN
2019-Second Place; Minneapolis Photo Center, “Not Accepted Show.”
2018- Third Place; Alumni Show, Augsburg University, MN
Association 2016- Second Place; Alumni Show, Augsburg University,, MN
2016- Best of Show; Image Art Show, Braham, MN
2014-First Place; Image Art Show, Braham, MN
2012-First Place; Image Art Show, Pine City, MN
2011-First Place; Image Art Show, Braham, MN
Grants
2022-State of Minnesota, Essential Artist Award
2017-Essential Artist Award, Region 7E
2015-MN Arts and Cultural Heritage Fund Grant, Region 7E
2012-Individual Artist Grant, Region 7E
MEDIA
Interview with Scot McKenny, KBEK Radio May 27, 2015,
Discussion, Sole Show opening of The Abandoned Farms Of Isanti County.
Artist finds beauty in forgotten things
County Star brings home five awards
County Star collects three MNA Awards
County Star earns record number of awards
Local Artist impress at Image art show
Blog
https://www.dsibleystudios.com/blog/
Lectures &Presentations
2016-Minnesota Barn Restoration Club Rush City, MN
2016-Anoka Ramsey Community College-Cambridge Campus
Collections
Permanent Collection-Region 7E, East Central Region Arts Counsel
Private Collections Nation Wide
Professional Service
Hallberg Center for the Arts 2023 Juror for"What The Eye Saw."
East Central Regional Arts council- Chair
East Central Regional Arts council-Vice Chair Facilitator
Cambridge Center For The Arts, Photo Club Facilitator
Halberg Center For The Arts, Photo Club
Professional Organizations (Past and Present)
Minnesota Rodeo Association Contracted Photographer 2023
Hallberg Center For the Arts Member
Banfill-Locke Center For the Arts
Minneapolis PhotoCenter
Cambridge Center For The Arts
Curated Northern Exposure Photography Club,
Past Minneapolis Photo Center Member
References
Kevin Micheal Snyder, Kevin Micheal Snyder Photography , kevinmichaelsnyder.com
Dee Kotaska, Photographer & Artist, drex@usfamily.com
Greg Mellang, Photographer, ifotodog.com
Personal Statement
As a professional photographer my body of work is a reflection of my personality. It incorporates an eclectic lifetime journey that has always veered off the beaten path. In my photography I capture the vulnerabilities and character of my subjects. I love capturing raw emotions as it is reflected back using both both Black & White along with Rich Color and Contrast. These elements are often discovered while purposely getting lost. As a result of my travels I have stumbled upon some fascinating places and have met many interesting characters along the way.