Lydia MacLear Photographs

Lydia MacLear Biography

Lydia MacLear is a photographer specializing in children and family portraits. Lydia fell in love with photography at Miss Porters School which launched her lifelong passion and commitment to the art. Experienced at both candid and formal photography, Lydia studied at the Rhode Island School of Design, School of Visual Arts, and American College in Paris. She is a graduate of Barnard College where she majored in Art History.

Some of the publications Lydia’s photographs have been featured in are Town and Country, The New York Times, Greenwich Post, Greenwich Citizen and Ocean Views. She is known for her fine exhibition black and white fiber based prints and giclee color canvases. Lydia is also recognized for the recent introduction of first edition fine art coffee table books, custom made for individual families.

Lydia photographs many prominent families and celebrities both regionally and abroad. She is committed to capturing the inner spirit of the child and the dynamics of the family. She has the required patience to bring out the essence of the individual and to make the sitter comfortable in front of the camera. She is described as possessing tremendous sensitivity to the moods and personalities of children.