Mary Stuart's formative years were spent in Rome, Italy, a city that would later influence her artistic expression. Through the lens of her camera, she discovered a unique and therapeutic outlet for her creativity and emotions, a means of channelling her innermost thoughts and feelings into a visual representation of her world. As an introverted individual, Mary found solace in the solitary pursuit of photography, which allowed her to explore the world around her, giving shape to her ideas and providing a sense of purpose.
Mary's photography style is distinguished by a pronounced predilection for capturing the essence of portraiture, as well as an affinity for nocturnal photographs that exude an air of mystery and enchantment. To achieve this, she frequently employs the use of tripods, thereby enabling her to harness the benefits of extended exposure times. This distinctive approach has been shaped by Mary's profound admiration for the works of the renowned American realist painter, Edward Hopper. As a result, her photographs often feature urban subjects that are imbued with a sense of sombre introspection and melancholic longing, yet simultaneously possess an undeniable allure that draws the viewer in.
Mary portrays herself as a fiercely driven and ambitious person, with an innate desire to constantly strive for excellence and confront novel challenges that will help her grow both professionally and personally.
