About - Carly Sullens

EDUCATION & CERTIFICATION
1996- B.S- Art Therapy- Bowling Green State University, OH

1998- M.A.- Art Therapy- Southern Illinois University at Edwardsville, IL

2022- Certified Professional Photographer - Professional Photographers of America

2023- Master Artist - Professional Photographers of America

2023- Master of Photography - Professional Photographers of America

PROFESSIONAL AFFILIATIONS
Professional Photographers of America (PPA), since 2019

Missouri Professional Photographers of America (MOPPA), since 2019, Board Member 2020 - 2023, Print Comp co-Chair, Technology Committee

U.S. Masters Swimming, since 2021

American Society of Photographers (ASP), 2023

Carly Sullens

Carly Sullens, M. Photog, M. Artist, CPP, ATR, is a world-renowned Professional Photographer, drawing inspiration from a diverse educational background. Carly's journey in the arts began in undergraduate and grad school, where she immersed herself in the realms of painting, art history, and psychology. Through her studies, she honed her skills in various traditional mediums such as watercolor, oils, and acrylics, fostering a deep understanding of the artistic process.

Her insatiable curiosity and passion for others and creative expression led her to pursue a Master's Degree in Art Therapy, where she explored the profound connection between art and human expression. This unique combination of artistry and psychology laid the foundation for her exceptional approach to photography and digital art.

Carly's photography is a captivating fusion of reality and imagination, constantly pushing the boundaries to transform ordinary moments into extraordinary visions. With a profound ability to deconstruct and reimagine her photographs, she crafts distinct and enchanting artistic images. Whether through her lens, skillful adjustments, digital painting, or innovative compositing, Carly breathes life into her work, creating a world where imagination knows no bounds.

Her talent has not gone unnoticed, as she has garnered numerous accolades and awards for her unparalleled photographic digital artistry. Carly's pieces evoke the timeless allure of classic paintings found in renowned museums, showcasing her mastery of seamlessly blending traditional artistry with cutting-edge digital techniques.

Beyond her creative endeavors, Carly is an enthusiastic educator, sharing her expertise internationally to inspire others to achieve creative effects from their own photographs. She effortlessly imparts her knowledge and techniques, allowing others to unleash their artistic potential in the digital realm.

In Fall of 2023, Carly began to collaborate with Luminar Neo to create one-of-a-kind painterly overlays, backgrounds, and presets. Her contributions will pave the way for a more accessible and transformative approach to digital artistry, enabling artists of all levels to infuse their work with her signature touch.

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Carly Sullens' artistry transcends boundaries and celebrates the limitless possibilities that emerge when passion, education, and technical excellence converge. Through her unwavering dedication to the art of photography, she continues to shape a vibrant and mesmerizing world of visual storytelling, captivating audiences and fellow artists alike.

Learn to turn a photo into a digital painting

Multi-Award Winner and Published Photographer

AWARDS

2023
Feb - Merit - PPA, Merit Image Review (Portrait)
Feb - Merit - PPA, Merit Image Review (Artist)
Feb - Merit - PPA, Merit Image Review (Portrait)
Feb - Merit - PPA, Merit Image Review (Reportage)
March - Merit - PPA, Merit Image Review (Reportage)
March - Image Excellence - PPA, Merit Image Review (Artist)
March - Image Excellence - PPA, Merit Image Review (Artist)
April - Merit - PPA, Merit Image Review (Artist)
April - Merit - PPA, Merit Image Review (Artist)
May - Image Excellence - PPA, Merit Image Review (Illustrative)
June - Image Excellence - PPA, Merit Image Review (Portrait)
July – Missouri Photography of the Year (Master) – Missouri Professional Photographers Association
July - Best in Show (Master) - Missouri Professional Photographers Association
July – Top 10 Photographer – Missouri Professional Photographers Association
July - 4/4 – Missouri Professional Photographers Association
July - Certified Professional Photography Award
July – Judges Choice Award – Missouri Professional Photographers Association
Judge - Mandy Corbell
Judge - Angela Hughes
Judge - Jayme Benabides
July – Best of Woman – Missouri Professional Photographers Association
July - Best of Artist – Missouri Professional Photographers Association
July - Best of Cityscape – Missouri Professional Photographers Association
July - Best of Reportage – Missouri Professional Photographers Association
July - First Place Artist (Master) – Missouri Professional Photographers Association
July - First Place Reportage (Master) – Missouri Professional Photographers Association
July - Second Place Portrait (Master) – Missouri Professional Photographers Association
July - Second Place Illustrative (Master) – Missouri Professional Photographers Association
July - Second Place Artist (Master) – Missouri Professional Photographers Association
July - Third Place Illustrative (Master) – Missouri Professional Photographers Association
July - Third Place Artist (Master) – Missouri Professional Photographers Association
August - Image Excellence - PPA, Merit Image Review (Illustrative)
August - Image Excellence - PPA, Merit Image Review (Illustrative)

2022
Jan – Light, Juried Exhibit – Art Saint Louis
June – 3rd Place Photographer – Manchester Arts, FOCUS Photography
June – North Central Districts Top 10, Artist – International Print Competition
June – North Central Districts Top 10, General Portrait – International Print Competition
July – Missouri Photography of the Year – Missouri Professional Photographers Association
July – Top 10 Photographer – Missouri Professional Photographers Association
July – Best Creative Artist – Missouri Professional Photographers Association
July – Best Wedding – Missouri Professional Photographers Association
July – First Place, Creative Artist – Missouri Professional Photographers Association
July – First Place, Wedding – Missouri Professional Photographers Association
July – Second Place, Portrait – Missouri Professional Photographers Association
July – Four for Four – Missouri Professional Photographers Association
July – Judges Choice Award – Missouri Professional Photographers Association
Sept - International Photographic Competition – Gold, Artist (PPA)
Sep – Imaging Excellence – Artist Open (2) – International Photographic Competition – PPA
Sep – Imaging Excellence – Photographic Open (2) – International Photographic Competition – PPA
Sep – Merit – Artist Open (4) – International Photographic Competition - PPA
Sep – Merit – Portrait (3) – International Photographic Competition - PPA

2021
Feb – Hope, Juried Exhibit - Art Saint Louis
July – Top Ten Photographer – Missouri Professional Photographers Association
July – First Place – Creative Open – Missouri Professional Photographers Association (Non-Master)
July – First Place – Straight Out of Camera – Missouri Professional Photographers Association (Non-Master)
July – Third Place – Creative Open – Missouri Professional Photographers Association (Non-Master)
July – Judges Choice – Missouri Professional Photographers Association
Aug – Top Ten Photographer – PhotoPro Network, Kentucky
Aug – Merit - Photopro Network, Kentucky
Aug – Merit - Photopro Network, Kentucky
Aug – Merit - Photopro Network, Kentucky
Sep – Imaging Excellence – Artist Open – International Photographic Competition – PPA
Sep – Merit – Portrait – International Photographic Competition - PPA
Sep – Merit – Portrait/Child – International Photographic Competition – PPA

JUDGING

August - Cleveland Photographic Society

SPEAKING

2023
May - PPA Workshops - The Creative Advantage: Learn to See Things Differently

May - PPA Workshops - Discover Artistic Editing

June - Women In Creative Photography - Turn Your photos into Art- Learn how to digitally Paint

August - Clickcon - Experimental Expressive Photography, Female in Focus, Discover Artistic Editing

September - Edit Like a Pro: Creative Editing Unleashed with Robert Vanelli and Joe Edelman

September - Power House Summit - The Heroine's Quest: Discovering Provisions Around You

December - Cleveland Photographic Society - The Creative Advantage: Learn to See Things Differently

2022
Feb – Professional Photographers of Nebraska Annual Conference – Turn Your photos into Art – Learn how to digitally Paint

March – Professional Photographers of Greater Kansas City – Learn how to Digitally Paint in Photoshop

June – Clickcon – Avant-Garde Photography – Explore Your Artistic Side, Photograph to Photo Painting – Learn to Photo Paint from Beginning to End

2021
Jan – Clickcon – See, Create and Execute Innovative Portraits

July – Missouri Professional Photographers Associations – Turn Your Photos into Art! Learn How to Digitally Paint a Photo with Photoshop

Aug – Clickcon – Turn Your Photos into Art! Learn How to Digitally Paint a Photo with Photoshop

Aug – Clickcon – Avant-Garde Photography – Explore Your Artistic Side, Turn Your Photos into Art! Learn How to Digitally Paint a Photo with Photoshop

2020
March – Promaster/Provenders (cancelled due to COVID)
Aug – Clickcon (cancelled due to COVID)
Oct – Promaster/Provenders (cancelled due to COVID)

2019
Aug – Clickcon – The Art of Editing, Photobashing Techniques, Digitally Paint from a Photograph

Sept – Missouri Professional Photographers Association, Studio Experience

PUBLICATIONS
2023
September - Magazine - Professional Photographers of America
March - Magazine - Professional Photographers of America
PPA’s Imaging Excellence Collection: Volume XXV - 2022, Marathon Press, 2023

2022
March – Magazine – Senior Muse
March – Magazine – Senior Muse
PPA’s Imaging Excellence Collection: Volume XXV - 2022, Marathon Press, 2023

2021
PPA’s Imaging Excellence Collection: Volume XXIV - 2021, Marathon Press, 2022

2020
Sept – Magazine – Rangefinder – Photo of the Day

2019
Feb – Magazine Feature – Shutter Magazine
Feb – Magazine Feature – Shutter Magazine
March – Magazine Feature- Shutter Magazine
May – Magazine Feature – Shutter Magazine

2018
Dec – Magazine Feature – Shutter Magazine