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Debra Lill | Photographer

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Thanks for visiting. I’m a professional photographer who’s passionate about helping artisans & entrepreneurs grow their businesses with photography.

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Here’s a sneak peak of what happens when the Whiting Mills artists decide to decorate for Halloween… But you really must see it for yourself!
THIS WEEKEND!
Come wander our spooky hallways at our annual SPOOKTACULAR! Explore two floors of Halloween fun, art and handmade goods from over 50 artisans all under one roof! Enjoy tarot readings, a flash tattoo sale, complimentary temporary tattoos for the kids, and other family friendly activities. When you’re ready for a bite, a food truck is on site with a tasty menu!

This Saturday & Sunday, October 3–4
10 a.m.–4 p.m.
Whiting Mills · 100 Whiting St., Winsted, CT.

FREE admission, costumes encouraged, and plenty of photo opportunities. Come join the fun!

#WhitingMills #halloweekend #WinstedCT #ConnecticutEvents #ShopLocal taken in Whiting Mills LLC by @debralillstudio

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Looking forward to my upcoming show at NHAG!

“Mementos: A Collection of Remembered Places” A new series of mixed media assemblages created from photography, painting, collage, found objects, and reclaimed wooden boxes. Inspired by nature and the emotional resonance of remembered places, the exhibit also includes photo-illustrations originally created for published book covers—reimagined here as fine art.

This new work reflects my creative journey coming full circle.
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And the best part is that I’ll be showing my pieces along side the “Fieldnotes” exhibit featuring landscape themed artwork.

Would love to see you at the Opening Reception! Saturday, June 6th from 5 - 8. NHAG - 37 Greenwoods Road, New Hartford.
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#assemblageart #mixedmediaart #foundobjectart #natureinspiredart #visualstorytelling taken in New Hartford Artisans Guild by @debralillstudio

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The celebration of Trade Secrets Weekend 2026 at DUGAZON with @lideylikes was incredible! Thank you Lidey, you are truly a dream! This is exactly what we envisioned when creating DUGAZON… a place where entertaining and hospitality from our roots brought to life and shared with the community! We loved welcoming everyone for cocktails, nibbles, sharing stories, and making new friends. Plus 15% of the days sales going to the amazing work of @projectsage13a - Yay!!!

Thank you to each and every one of you for your support, we are just getting started!

xx,
The Dugazon Boys

📸 & 🎞️ by @debralillstudio taken in Dugazon Shop by @debralillstudio

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This is an early photo of my mother…. one of the most talented and imaginative people I’ve ever known—an artist in every sense of the word. Growing up, she always encouraged me to see the world in a creative way and helped shape me into the artist I am today.

I wanted to share some examples of her landscape paintings. But she was so much more than a painter, she was also a photographer, a fiber artist, and most of all an adventurer! I’ll have to share some of those stories another time!

Happy Mothers Day!
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#mothersday #acryilicpainting #fineart #landscapepaintings #pleineair taken in Whiting Mills LLC by @debralillstudio

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While many people know me as a commercial photographer, few know that I’m also a fine artist.

I think that being both an artist and a photographer gives me a unique insight into what creatives need from their shots. My goal, as a photographer, is to capture the essence of the work and tell the artist’s story through the photos.

I wanted to share some images as I prepare for an upcoming exhibit of mixed media assemblages. I’m especially excited about this new body of work because it brings together a variety of media that I’ve loved working with over the years—photography, collage, painting, and collected objects. It feels a little like everything coming full circle.

These new pieces will be part of the Field Notes Exhibit this June at the New Hartford Artist’s Guild. The opening reception will take place on Saturday, June 6th from 5–8 PM.
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#mixedmediacollage #creativeprocess #artinthemaking #artstudiovibes taken in Whiting Mills LLC by @debralillstudio

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I love photographing artists and artisans at work in their studios! And I feel so fortunate to be part of this amazing artist community! This weekend is our annual Spring Open Studios weekend! 10 -4 this Saturday & Sunday. If you’re in NW CT, please stop by and see the amazing talent here.

#whitingmills #litchfieldcounty #artsandcraftsfair #creativeprocess #meettheartists by @debralillstudio

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I see it again & again—in each art studio I photograph….. nature integrated into nearly every creative process- in the light, the textures, the materials, the mood, the themes.

For artists, every day is Earth Day.

What role does nature play in your work?

#EarthDay #ArtAndNature #CreativeProcess #NatureInspired #StudioLife taken in Litchfield County by @debralillstudio

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Loved spending time in Kellyn Trapp’s studio yesterday—such a treasure trove of inspiration. Photographing her in her element with this iPhone session was so much fun (we captured a ton of fresh content). Can’t wait for our next session!
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#iphonephotography #artiststudio #mixedmediacollage #artistatwork #ctphotographer taken in Torrington, Connecticut by @debralillstudio

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Happy Valentine’s Day! I was lucky enough to visit Babs in her studio today, where she’s creating beautiful Suminagashi prints for her upcoming show. Suminagashi is an ancient Japanese technique that literally means “Black Ink Floating”. Watching the process was so fascinating, I just had to share it!

The show will be at The Hub in Norfolk CT from March 1 - April 26 with the opening reception on Sunday, March 1 from 3 - 5pm.

#Suminagashi #ArtInProgress #StudioVisit #JapaneseArt #HandmadeArt by @debralillstudio

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So grateful for a year spent photographing creatives of all kinds and the work they bring into the world.

#ConnecticutPhotographer #ArtDocumentation #CreativeCommunity #ArtAndArtists #CreativeCollaboration taken in Whiting Mills LLC by @debralillstudio

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I always love photographing Heather’s creative process. Here’s a behind-the-scenes look at her studio as she developed her latest pieces in oil and cold wax.

In this new body of work, entitled “Shifting Meridian” Heather explores the point where atmosphere meets structure. She explains that the paintings trace a quiet line of orientation through changing light, shifting surfaces, and layered passages.
 These works will be part of her solo exhibition at the Norfolk Library from December 7, 2025 - January 6, 2026. With an opening reception on Sunday, December 7 from 4-6pm.
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Photo & Video services for Creatives: DebraLillStudio.com

#ctphotographer
#mixedmediaart
#btsvideos taken in Whiting Mills LLC by @debralillstudio

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