Hi! My name is Gretchen Ertl and I am a photographer based in Walpole, Mass. 

I am looking for families who would like a family photo and at the same time help our fellow community members who may be struggling during these difficult times.

Starting Saturday March 28th, I am taking five minute "Front Steps Portraits" of Walpole residents.  After your quick session, I will email you the digital file of your portrait. In exchange I’m asking for a good faith donation to the Walpole Community food Pantry through this GoFundMe Campaign.  A $20 donation is recommended but any amount is appreciated. I will be posting these images on Facebook and Instagram using the hashtag #TheFrontStepsProject.

The purpose of this project is to bring us together when we might feel isolated.  The hope is to highlight the faces of our community during a time when we might not see them in passing at the grocery store, coffee shop, on the train or at the gym.  Participating in this project is also an opportunity to step up to help those who need it most right now in Walpole. 

I will be taking images outside ONLY and from at least 10 feet away. Our session will be brief, likely just 5 minutes. This is not a typical get-dressed-up-and-pose-for-the-photographer session. Want to stand outside in your pajamas and slippers? Sounds good to me. Kids in mismatched clothes but you’re thrilled they got dressed? Fantastic. Wear costumes or show off your Walpole pride!  Be you!

Please schedule your session and provide your address for photo session using this link:
https://calendly.com/gretchen-ertl/frontstepsprojectwalpole?month=2020-03

(I will expand times should the demand be high)
Please contact me through this page with any questions
www.gretchenertl.com