The Edge of Inspiration
In the fire of the creation at the Koubou
3-Month Creative Intensive
At the beginning of August, I had a 3-month creative intensive opportunity to focus on my own creative practice. I spent time opening myself to ideas and tried to collaborate with each idea that came to me. Each idea was built around my new project names Beautiful...
From Murky Depths to Radiant Beauty: Lessons from the Lotus at Kenilworth Aquatic Gardens
From murky depths to radiant beauty: My recent photo shoot at Kenilworth Aquatic Gardens revealed surprising parallels between lotus blooms and the creative process.
Captivating Colors: Exploring the Spring Blossoms that Painted my Neighborhood
With the arrival of spring, my neighborhood transforms into a canvas of beautiful colors. This year, I couldn’t help but take out my camera.
Small Wonders in My Backyard
Spending a spring Sunday afternoon, I searched for small wonders in my backyard. Amidst this canvas, spots of color dot the earth.
Photographs of Springtime in Washington
Exploring Alexandria, VA’s charming streets in spring, capturing the vibrant blooms from delicate pear blossoms to cheerful tulip trees. Each petal tells a tale of renewal and awakening.
Blooming Marvels: Photographing Icelandic Poppies from 3 Porch Farms
Photographing Icelandic Poppies from 3 Porch Farms and celebrating the beauty of nature’s masterpieces.
Capturing Moments of Nature’s Fury Through the Lens: Potomac River Photographs
Immerse yourself in the raw beauty of the Potomac River capturing moments through the lens of nature photography. Witness the undulating waves and stormy skies in breathtaking detail.
From Blank Pages to Boundless Imagination: Unlocking Your Creativity through Daily Journaling
Discover the power of daily journaling to unlock your creativity and transform blank pages into a wellspring of boundless imagination. Learn tips and gain inspiration to start your journaling adventure here!
A Cold Trip to the Colonial Farm
Embark on a cold trip to Accokeek Colonial Farm, where snowy landscapes meet rustic charm. Experience the magic through the lens—a winter tale unfolds.
Web Excellence Award Given for Work on the Defense Threat Reduction Agency Website to Lisa Missenda Photography
Lisa Missenda Photography’s goal was to create a place to showcase a content-first website coupled with a social media approach that would highlight the work being done at the Agency and increase brand awareness.
New Painting
Creating some new content with elements from prompts created in midjourney. #generativecontent #composite
Lisakoubou new Etsy Store
It seems like I can’t stop creating. I tend to see the world as possibilities and this time it’s no different. I’m excited to announce Lisakoubou new Etsy Store its now open. This has been a long process for me. In 2008, I started creating products on Zazzle. The...
Subscribe to Evening Shire and Join Our Community
In January, we opened a shop in the online marketplace, Evening Shire. To help grow the community in Evening Shire, we are offering a free Mother’s Day Ecard with every subscription.
December Patreon Gallery is Now Open
Every month, I go out and photograph for my patrons on Patreon. They have exclusive access to a gallery of images I took on my outing. In December, I visited Longwood Gardens. I visited 2 different Holiday garden shows this year. Longwood is always the best show. The...
November Patreon Gallery is Now Open
Every month, I go out and photograph for my patrons on Patreon. They have exclusive access to a gallery of images I took on my outing. In November, I visited Bombay Hook, a National Wildlife Refuge in Delaware known as a great place to view snow geese in the late...
October Patreon Gallery is Now Open
Every month, I go out and photograph for my patrons on Patreon. They have exclusive access to a gallery of images I took on my outing. In October, I visited the Kew Gardens in London. What a fantastic trip. I spent 8 hours exploring these beautiful gardens. The...
Excited to Announce an Upcoming Opportunity
Exciting news is coming in February. Lisa’s Koubou will be joining the vendors at Evening Shire. A new marketplace based on the experience of a small English village. Just like the villages in England , Evening Shire's focus is on community and communications and...
September Patreon Gallery is Now Open
Every month, I go out and photograph for my patrons on Patreon. They have exclusive access to a gallery of images I took on my outing. In September, I visited the Kenilworth Aquatic Gardens in Washington DC. We are so lucky to have so many beautiful gardens around the...
August Patreon Gallery Unlocked
Every month, I go out and photograph for my patrons on Patreon. They have exclusive access to a gallery of images I took on my outing. In August, I visited the McKee Besher Fields of Sunflowers. I love arriving early as the sun begins to peak over the treeline and...
2019 Kew Gardens Calendar
Photos from Kew Garden, UK