Lori Grimmett
I am an award-winning and internationally published photographer, writer, and artist with a passion for all things creative. For me, art is an emotionally fulfilling journey, an opportunity to witness and capture inspiring moments in God’s wondrous creation and to pass that inspiration on to others.
I vowed my life to God when I was five years old and I've been studying Biblical theology for over 40 years and eschatology (Biblical End Times) for more than 26 years. I'm a born-again Christian monk who lives and works at the Art of Living Monastery.
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I'm passionate about art, painting, photography, writing, Biblical theology, and eschatology.
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As always, 100% of my proceeds from all my prints are committed to creating new work and supporting charities for children and families in need.
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Thank you so sincerely for your support.
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LORI'S EDUCATION
Lori began her photographic education by studying large-format photography (including film, wet plate, and infrared), alternative processing, toning, platinum-palladium, hand coloring, and traditional darkroom. Over two decades, Lori also studied and taught wedding and portrait photography, studio lighting, commercial photography, Photoshop, Lightroom, and digital imaging.
Lori has been blessed to study under some of the greatest photographers of our time, including Art Wolfe, John Greengo, Neil Chaput de Saintonge (who studied directly under Ansel Adams), commercial photographer Jim Lersch, and large format photographer Robert Hall. Her diverse education also includes the PPA (Professional Photographers of America), IPPA (Intermountain Professional Photographers Association), Rocky Mountain School of Photography, Epson Print Academy, Ritz University, and Nikon School.
Lori's diverse education and fine art also include Impasto Paintings (paint as thick as paste), Glowography (her own version of glow-in-the-dark art), Charcoal Drawings, Sumi-e (ink washing), 24-karat gold art, Maki-e, and Oil Paintings along with a line of clothing and writing inspirational books.
Her goal is to encourage her viewers to see God in all of creation, to view the world in surprising and magnificent ways they never expected, and to pass that inspiration on to others.
LORI'S AWARDS
Lori Grimmett's photography, writing, and artwork have been published and awarded in numerous places across the planet.
AWARDS:
Lori Grimmett was named in 'The Great Wall of Fame' and was awarded first place in an international art competition by Discovery Art (in Romania) in 2023.
Lori Grimmett was named in the world's 'Top 50 Inspiring Women Landscape Photographers' by Nature Photo Guides in 2015.
Lori Grimmett was named 'Photographer of the Week' by the Rocky Mountain School of Photography (in Montana) in 2011.
ART PUBLICATIONS
PUBLICATIONS:
Outdoor Photographer Magazine published the 'Morning Has Broken' image in 2014.
Portland Japanese Garden published the 'Tree of Life,' 'Two Heron,' 'Lantern,' and 'Garden' images as postcards in 2013. Portland, Oregon, USA.
Portland Japanese Garden published the 'Veranda & Lantern' image in their 2013 Calendar. Portland, Oregon, USA.
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Portland Japanese Garden published the 'Koi in Motion' image in their 2012 Calendar. Portland, Oregon, USA.
The Rocky Mountain School of Photography published an article about Lori's wildlife photography in their 2009 Course Catalog. Montana, USA.
The Vernonia Voice published an article about Lori's photography and artwork in 2009. Vernonia, Oregon, USA.
The Rocky Mountain School of Photography published the 'Bengal Tiger' image as their postcard in 2009. Montana, USA.
Emulsion Magazine published an article about Lori's large format photography and several images in 2007. USA.
Wild Und Hund Magazine published several 'Africase' images in 2007. Germany.
St. Hubertus Magazine published several 'Africase' images in 2007. Austria.
Nature Photo Community published several 'Maturing Through the Lens' Red Tail Hawk images in 2007. The Netherlands.
IWA International Catalog published the 'Leather Goods' image in 2007. Nuremberg, Germany.
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OVERCOMING
TRAGEDY
After an accident during a routine surgery, Lori was left with severe injuries and bedridden, requiring 24-hour care, and rarely capable of having visitors or traveling more than 100 yards from her house for the past 16 years.
Thankfully, being isolated and alone doesn't mean being lonely. Lori has God, her caregiver and loving husband, Todd, and her never-ending creativity and imagination.
When she's stable enough to sit at her easel, she paints. But on the days she's bedridden yet strong enough to use a laptop, digital art allows her to explore new destinations. Where some see a blank canvas, Lori sees unlimited possibilities!
ABOUT LORI
Lori Grimmett is an award-winning and internationally published artist, photographer, and writer with a passion for all things creative.
She was named in the world’s “Top 50 Inspiring Women Landscape Photographers” by Nature Photo Guides, and her art has hung in numerous galleries nationwide, from California to New York.
Lori's creative writing and fine art have been published in calendars and magazines across the United States and throughout multiple countries across Europe and beyond.
To many, Lori is known as the ‘Most Versatile Visual Artist’ in the world – having worked in more than 40 artistic mediums.
As a professional artist for more than 26 years, she's lived at the Art of Living Monastery for the last 16 years, continually learning new skills and creating art.
#SHARETHEART
Lori is no longer on social media, as spending time there challenges her damaged brain in ways that reduce her ability to use her limbs. Which inhibits her ability to eat and perform basic tasks, but also her ability to create art.
So, she uses her limited time at her computer to create and post art instead of promoting it. The only promotions of Lori Grimmett's art are from those of YOU who love her work and spread the word, which she deeply appreciates. :)
If you see something you love, please participate in Lori's #ShareTheArt campaign by sharing her work through links on social media. Thank you so much!
#ShareTheArt to share the love!
As always, 100% of my proceeds from all my prints are committed to creating new work and supporting charities for children and families in need.