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The Last Five Years

By: Mark Thode February 22, 2022February 22, 2022

I took the month of January and part of February off from the studio to direct a show that has been on my list for some time. It would be poetic if that “some time” was five years. Maybe it’s close. This musical score is a favorite of mine, and has been for a long…

Arts & Mentoring Project Presents Disney’s The Lion King Jr.

By: Mark Thode August 15, 2019

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Enrich. Educate. Experience. Prior to the musical performances of Disney’s The Lion King Jr., the kids participated in a Summer Arts Camp for 2 weeks. During this time, we brought in 3 guest clinicians (Billy Wilburn, Rebecca Bailey & Josh Sheldon) and worked through the Lion King Experience curriculum to introduce them to the fundamentals…

Calumet Players “The Marvelous Wonderettes”

By: Mark Thode July 1, 2019July 1, 2019

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It was such a pleasure to work on another show. This cast was phenomenally talented. They worked flawlessly as an ensemble, and stunning as soloists. Our audiences at the Pipestone Performing Arts really enjoyed this production – I think the trip down memory lane with 50’s and 60’s pop music was a treat for many.…

Calumet Players The Little Mermaid

By: Mark Thode June 16, 2018February 22, 2019

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These character study portraits of the Little Mermaid cast were such a thrill. I could create images like these all day, every day… and never tire. I have also included the graphics work I have done for the promotional materials. I am not too familiar with the stage version of this story, but the animated…

My studio is not confined to 4 walls, but rather is the world outside and the only equipment required is a camera and a willingness to look for new perspectives. Lighting comes courtesy of whatever is available; sun, sky, reflective light from the moon – we have access to it all. I feel I am not restricted by subject or location, only by an obligation to record the world I see with honesty, compassion & imagination. My surroundings and subjects are captured with creative eyes and a classic, timeless aesthetic. If you’ve taken the time to view my portfolio of images, you will find I have a deep love for the natural world and it’s beautiful landscape; I am also inspired by theater, and theatrical lighting. I am a photographer. I am a graphic designer. I want to artistically capture, and share your story. Have you visited my portfolio or my website?

Mark Thode

I am a graphic designer and photographer from Pipestone, MN. I was born and raised in Pipestone, graduating high school in the spring of 2007. I received my undergraduate from Bemidji State University in the spring of 2011, receiving a Bachelor of Science in Design Technology. After graduation, I moved back home to Pipestone and worked as a graphic designer for Pipestone Publishing until the fall of 2018. I started my business when I was in college, and then continued running the business in the evenings and on the weekends. I now have a studio space in historic downtown Pipestone, offering portraits and graphic design services. When I am not photographing or creating graphic art, I enjoy spending time with friends, family, and my dogs Kirby & Bailey. I am an avid Netflix binger, and during all hours of the day you will find me listening to podcasts while I work. Thanks for visiting my blog.

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