EP #80 - From Photographer to Digital Artist: Bobbie Bush's 30-Year Journey

Every challenge presents an opportunity for reinvention—a truth Bobbie Bush embodies as she celebrates 30 years of her portrait business. What began in darkrooms and evolved through decades of traditional photography has transformed into a unique artistic practice that blends digital technology with fine art. When smartphones reshaped photography and the pandemic halted in-person sessions, Bobbie didn’t just adapt—she flourished, inviting clients to share their favorite images and transforming them into one-of-a-kind digital paintings that capture both likeness and essence.

Far from a simple “click of a button,” Bobbie’s process involves thoughtful consultation, artistic interpretation, and collaborative refinement to create meaningful heirloom pieces. Her approachable, client-centered style makes fine art portraiture accessible while reflecting her love of local life—whether kayaking New England waters, exploring the Maine coast, or drawing inspiration from her travels. To see her work or commission a custom portrait, visit bobbiebush.com or stop by her studio at Salem’s Gallows Hill Artist Studios, where creativity and personal connection meet.