“Molly is a brilliant photographer, storyteller and a compassionate teacher. She has that rare ability to convey delicacy, intimacy, authenticity and immediacy all at once in her work and to impart these ways of seeing to her students. She's a superb listener, with a truly creative imagination that rests on years of solid experience in her craft. By all accounts, Molly's workshops and classes are life changing.”

D. Hensley // Director, Newfound Creative Arts Program

Chantal Lawrie is not only one of the best photographers I’ve ever worked with, she’s one of the best people I’ve ever worked with, period. Her talent with a camera speaks for itself, but her greatest skill is how she communicates with everyone around her: making them feel valued, appreciated, and considered, and always working with a huge smile on her face. I’d recommend her for literally anything.”

P. Scott Cunningham // Founder/Director, O, Miami

“Molly’s wholehearted approach to teaching is everything I could ask for in a mentor. She offers insight that ignites and expands curiosity. The time spent learning from Molly boosted my confidence in my unique voice which has been a true gift.”

M. Moore // Director of Real Life Photo Conference

I'm so grateful to have been in a workshop with Molly. She was very prepared, creative, and inspired, while also being flexible, friendly, and fun. She listens deeply to her students to understand what they are trying to accomplish in their work, then nudges them gently beyond what they thought they could do. Every moment of the experience was precious, and the results were fabulous."

P. Castor // Artist, Photographer & Poet

Chantal is an ok human most of the time. She could use more walks and ball throwing when requested. But overall I would recommend her, she is a good person and scratcher.

Harley Dearden // Chantal’s dog

“Impactful, encouraging, and inspiring. Molly’s truest gift to her mentees is when she starts with a reflective, “I wonder if…” That gentle nudge, the contemplative push towards exploration and true self. It’s the essence of her curiosity that stays perched on your shoulder when you’re photographing. She has no hard edges. She knows the difference between judgement and careful critique. Her thoughts and ideas encourage exploration, which is the perfect kindling to add to creative fire.”

Z. Gemelli // Writer & Photographer

“Molly has a great facility for teaching and provides a warm and nurturing space for honest and creative work. Like a mother responding to differing but simultaneous needs of her brood, she deftly moves from one student to the next with energy, patience and love. Molly works well with a variety of people, respecting their individual goals and backgrounds, and affirming their value and voice. She's able to support with hands on or hands off, whatever is needed. Molly brings incredible devotion, thought and preparation to her workshops. She's passionate about her craft and gifted as an artist, writer, photographer, communicator herself, and brings that professionalism to her teaching. A delightful teacher!”

J. Wolcott // Artist & Photographer