Nationwide – February 12, 2025 – (USANews.com) — Michaela Foreman, owner of Urban Dirt Studio, has officially launched a website to showcase and sell her evocative farm photography. Foreman, a former software project manager, left behind a fast-paced consulting career to embrace life as a farmer in rural Wisconsin. Over the past seven years, her passion for photography has intertwined with her agricultural lifestyle, resulting in a body of work that captures the raw beauty and daily rhythms of farm life. Now, with the launch of www.urbandirtfarmstudios.com, Foreman is excited to share her images with a broader audience.
Foreman’s transition from the corporate world to farming was a significant shift—one that required resilience, adaptability, and a willingness to embrace the unknown. After years of working independently in the software industry, managing teams, and navigating the demands of constant travel, she found herself yearning for a different way of life. Farming, while physically demanding, provided her with a deep sense of fulfillment and a renewed appreciation for the land. It was within this environment that her photography flourished.
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“All of my photography occurs on my farm,” Foreman shared. “I have forty acres in which to find something I can share with the rest of the world. I love where I live, and I hope to convey that through my photography.” This connection to her surroundings allows her to capture not only the striking beauty of rural Wisconsin but also the quiet, often overlooked moments that make farm life so unique. Whether it’s the golden light of sunrise, the stark chill of a winter morning, or the shadows that fall in a barn’s corner, Foreman’s images offer an intimate look at the world she has built.
Her work has received widespread recognition, earning accolades such as the Julia Margaret Cameron Awards (Category Winner, Animals, 2024), multiple Honorable Mentions in the Pollux Awards, and selection in prestigious international exhibitions, including the FotoNostrum Exhibition in Barcelona. Her images have been published in Black and White Magazine, Fotonostrum Photography Magazine, and the World of Photography Book, solidifying her place as a rising talent in the world of fine art photography.
Despite her success, Foreman’s approach to photography remains deeply personal. She carries her camera with her during daily chores, often taking up to a hundred photos a day. From the vibrant beauty of tulips in bloom to the quiet moments between her horses, her work is a testament to the beauty found in everyday farm life.
“An Instagram follower once told me I have a way of elevating the ordinary into something extraordinary, which was a lovely compliment,” Foreman recalls. This philosophy—finding beauty in simplicity—drives her artistic vision. Her photography is not just about capturing images but about telling a story, preserving a moment, and sharing her world with others.
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The launch of www.urbandirtfarmstudios.com marks an exciting new chapter in Foreman’s journey. The website serves as both a gallery and a storefront, allowing visitors to explore and purchase her work. More than just an online shop, the platform reflects Foreman’s belief that creativity can sustain and support the land. “How wonderful would it be to fund the farm through a creative endeavor, especially in a time when it’s damn hard to make it in farming these days,” she says. “Wouldn’t it be wonderful to show a different way to make a living off a piece of land just by sharing how beautiful it is with the world?”
Foreman hopes her story will resonate with others who feel drawn to explore their creative potential. She firmly believes that artistic expression is not limited to those with traditional training or a background in the arts. “Friends I know who say they aren’t creative actually are—they just haven’t discovered their ‘thing’ yet,” she says. “We are all here to love each other, learn, and create. That’s it. It’s that simple, and each of us has the power to create.”
Her journey from software consultant to farmer and photographer is a testament to the idea that it is never too late to pursue a new path. She hopes that by sharing her experiences, she can encourage others to embrace change and follow their passions, no matter how unexpected they may be.
With her website now live and a growing list of accolades to her name, Foreman is excited to see where this next phase of her career will take her. Whether through exhibitions, publications, or the simple joy of seeing her images in someone’s home, her goal remains the same: to share the beauty of farm life and inspire others to see the extraordinary in the everyday.
For more information and to explore Michaela Foreman’s photography, visit www.urbandirtfarmstudios.com. Follow Urban Dirt Studio on Instagram at @udfarming.