Ellen Stern, M.F.A

Associate Professor, Digital Art and Design

  • Library - Room 317

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Previous employer

  • Assistant photographer to a fashion photographer in Milan, Italy
  • Freelance fashion photographer in New York and the mid-Atlantic states shooting for fashion designers, advertising and public relations agencies, boutiques, magazines, and newspapers
  • In 2002, Stern designed an exclusive line of handmade, couture handbags made from rare and unique silk flowers and leaves. She exhibited and sold her designs in the most prestigious fine craft and fashion shows in the United States and Europe.
  • Oprah Winfrey commissioned Stern to create custom handbag designs for various events that she attended.
  • Taught photography at the Maryland Institute College of Art in Baltimore, MD.
  • Created, directed, and taught the Paris Photography Program for MICA for four summers. 

Professional Affiliations

  • Faculty Advisor, Student Photography Club

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Education/Academic qualification

B.A., Clark University

M.F.A., University of Delaware