“Meggan’s photo evokes memories that I’ve tucked in my heart, an amalgamation of boat rides and beach frolics, cool breezes and daydreaming. ”
Amanda White, Mobile Bay Magazine Planning & Development
“Just a terrific picture of a terrific player and man by a terrific photographer. Jones’ image pops out of an evocative background and creates an interesting mood. Plus, the ’69 season with the “Amazing Mets” was one of the best baseball stories ever, and Cleon Jones was right in the middle of it along with his .340 batting average. A great era for baseball.”
T.J. Potts, Publisher
“YUM! The lighting on this Tart photo is SPOT ON! Elizabeth catches just the right amount of light on the edges of the tomatoes and makes the perfectly browned pastry crust glisten. The dark blue fabric background is the ideal backdrop for the colors of the food.”
Laurie C. Kilpatrick, Art Director
“I like Chad Riley’s vibrant crab photo from our May issue. I still enjoy the jolt of excitement every time I check a crab trap, and this photo takes me there.”
Stephen Potts, Assistant Publisher
“I loved so many of the shots from this photoshoot with Matt. This one in particular evokes such a sophisticated sixties fashion vibe. The way Matt captured the model is as if the viewer has happened upon the subject by accident. The lighting is perfect and the street scene is SO Mobile, Not to mention the pop of color of that fabulous blue on that iconic 1965 Sunbeam Tiger.”
Laurie C. Kilpatrick, Art Director
“I admire the confidence Kaci Payne (age 10) exudes when she recites her poem about Black heroes. She is owning the moment with her multicolored painted nails, floral dress and pink t-rex purse. Matt Coughlin’s photo perfectly captures the energy and movement of the poetry slam.”
Marissa Deal, Editorial Assistant
“All the photos from this shoot were stunning! There’s nothing like a counter covered in made-from-scratch pasta to motivate you to get in the kitchen for your own Italian night!”
Amelia Rose Zimlich, Editorial Assistant
“I am in awe of what dancers like Victoria can do with their body! Her dancing inspired so many when she became the first African-American woman to dance in a lead role with Mobile Ballet. Performing as Tiana in The Princess and the Frog, she gave little girls all over our area a chance to see themselves in someone on stage, hopefully lighting a spark of creativity in a generation of children that will one day dance on stages across our town. Brava, Victoria!”
Maggie Lacey, Executive Editor
“In our December issues, Matthew Bees whisks me away to Christmases of my childhood when the trees were formal and the dress code was, too. Elizabeth Gelineau beautifully captured the warmth and light Matthew created in this vignette, and I feel as though I’m being welcomed at the door of my grandparents’ home on Christmas evening. I hope all MBM readers feel this same warmth, light and love this season, and throughout the upcoming year.”
Jennifer Ray, Advertising Sales Executive
“While we try to work ahead, we can’t usually take photos a full year in advance. But when I heard Teddy Williams was doing his annual pig roast, we just had to take pictures and hold them. Chad Riley made at least two trips to capture the process at the start and finish over a 24 hour period- dedication! And when I got the gallery, I saw this picture and KNEW it was going to make a great cover. A year later, when fall finally arrived, I was still as in love with this photo as when I first saw it, and it made the October cover.”
Maggie Lacey, Executive Editor
“This photo from our January 2022 issue really stood out to me. I feel that it perfectly captures the persona of a sailor. The mix of the cloudy sky, boats faded in the background and the bearded captain sporting his nautical blue sweater embody the image of a man who spends his life on the sea.”
Mattie Naman, Digital Editor
