Pigeon Portrait Co.

Amanda Scott, Owner

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I’ve always believed that photography is more than a job—it’s a calling to preserve what matters, and to lift up others in the process.

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What started over a decade ago as a creative outlet quickly grew into a full-time career capturing families, children, and life’s biggest moments here in rural Michigan. But I didn’t stop at the shutter. I fell in love with the why behind the work—the legacy of portraits, the emotional weight of memory, and the craft of doing it well.

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As my business grew, so did my passion for sharing what I’ve learned. Today, I’m proud to be a photographer educator, helping others find confidence, creativity, and sustainability in their own businesses.

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In 2020, I became the Director of the Great Lakes Institute of Photography, where I help lead one of the Midwest’s most respected educational events for photographers—curating classes, supporting speakers, and championing community and professional growth.

And in 2023, I earned my Photographic Craftsman degree through Professional Photographers of America—an honor that recognizes both photographic excellence and dedication to teaching.

Through it all, I stay grounded in the why: the families I serve, the students I cheer on, and the belief that this work matters. Because behind every portrait is a story. And behind every story is a life worth remembering.