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Trisha Elizabeth Simmler-Totaro

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I am Trisha Elizabeth Simmler-Totaro, a photographer and designer with over a decade of experience capturing weddings, families, newborns and editorial work.

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I am Trisha Elizabeth Simmler-Totaro, a photographer and designer with over a decade of experience capturing weddings, families, newborns and editorial work. I co-own K&T Photography LLC and lead a studio that blends creative storytelling with exceptional client service, handling photography, editing, delivery, and branding support for a diverse client base.

Beyond shooting, I teach photography, graphic design and Adobe software programs at the Eastern Center for Arts and Technology and enjoy mentoring young creatives through YMCA programs, helping students develop technical skills and a love for visual storytelling.

  • 16 years' experience
  • Joined March 2026

Industry experience

  • Education
  • Professional Services
  • Retail
  • Other

Work experience· 5 roles

YMCA Summer Camp Counselor · YMCAJun 2024 – Jul 2024 · 2 mos

Led weekly photography workshop, teaching campers fundamental camera techniques, composition principles, and post-processing skills. Organized and supervised photo shoots, ensuring campers' safety while fostering creativity and self-expression through photography. Created and implemented written lesson plan.

YMCA Summer Camp Counselor · YMCAJun 2023 – Jul 2023 · 2 mos

Led weekly photography workshop, teaching campers fundamental camera techniques, composition principles, and post-processing skills. Organized and supervised photo shoots, ensuring campers' safety while fostering creativity and self-expression through photography. Created and implemented written lesson plan.

Design, Photography and Illustration Instructional Aide · Eastern Center for Arts and TechnologySep 2018 – Present · 8 yrs 3 mos

Delivered instructional content to students in all areas of photography; including camera settings, studio lighting, photo editing, downloading, file storage and maintenance. Teaching Adobe Photoshop, Illustrator and Lightroom. Creating and implementing written lesson plans consistent with Commercial Art competencies and curriculum. Monitoring and documenting student performance and behavior. Identifying and ordering supplies and materials necessary to deliver an instructional plan. Instructor for summer fun, a three week program for fifth through tenth graders, introducing them to photography, graphic design, Photoshop and Illustrator.

Photographer + Co-Owner · K&T Photography LLCOct 2016 – Present · 10 yrs 2 mos
Studio Manager + Photographer · Portrait InnovationsOct 2009 – May 2016 · 6 yrs 8 mos

Education

Bachelor of Fine Arts - Advertising Photography · Rochester Institute of Technology2004 – 2008

Certifications and awards

Adobe Certified Expert – Adobe Photoshop 20182018 – 2026

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