Teaching and mentorship in photography have been important components of Meehan’s practice for over three decades. She has taught classes and run programs at universities, arts institutions, and in the public schools, including:
• MassART
• Stanford University
• The Rhode Island School of Design
• The University of Missouri School of Journalism
• The Missouri Photo Workshop
• Social Documentary Network
• The International Charter School
She is also passionate about working one-on-one with photographers who are developing their own independent projects. From brainstorming how to visualize complex ideas, to editing thousands of images to find focus and through-lines, to determining next steps for further photography and final presentations of the work, Meehan brings her experience to bear to help others. Please contact her for details.
“Mary Beth helped me refocus a long-term personal project by expertly reviewing my full archive of images to form new visual and conceptual connections. Our new edit rekindled my excitement and inspiration to make new images. I believe Mary Beth’s background as an artist and an editorial photographer guided me back to my truest intentions for the work and will be a guiding force towards completion. She is kind and supportive with a critical eye, and she is an expert communicator.”
– Andrea Wenglowskyj
“Working with Mary Beth has been absolutely instrumental in developing my practice and craft as a photographer. She is able to strike the delicate balance between being a nurturing source of support while also offering critical feedback that demands working to one’s highest potential. Moreover, she provided experience and knowledge-based guidance as she encouraged me to develop and never relinquish my vision or authentic voice as a storyteller. Anyone with the opportunity to work with Mary Beth should jump at the chance!”
– Jonathan Pitts-Wiley