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Mary, an award-winning photographer for 35 years, is an author of 5 books, certified kundalini yoga instructor, humanitarian, and world traveler in 35 countries. She has led programs at Apple, Stanford, Intel, University of Hawaii, and worldwide.

And from Mary: I've lived many lives.

In I981 I moved to Palo Alto, California, the epicenter of Silicon Valley. It was exciting to live down the street from Steve Jobs, meet geniuses every day, raise my family, and photograph start-up stars, angel investors, 724 weddings, families, babies, authors and in 2009 the Dalai Lama. See my photography galleries here.


Being in Palo Alto taught me to Dream Big and create a network that rocked. 

My photography business flourished, I wrote my first book, and started doing yoga and meditation 25 years ago.

It changed my life. I lost 35 pounds, felt more energetic, and razor-honed my focus. 

Speeding into 2009 I sold my belongings, and started a never ending world journey in 35 countries traveling solo and shooting, writing, and teaching for humanitarian foundations and leading my workshops in Asia, South America, Europe, and Central America.
    
A gift to myself was meditating with masters in Nepal, Thailand, and India, practicing how to stop worrying and live life. I'm continuing to learn how to do that. 

They taught me to surrender and it
 worked. Being peaceful takes practice.

I used to live a life of cashmere, comfort, and buying stuff. Now I value experiences, discovering the world, and helping people connect to their divine nature and how to have more fun than they've ever had in their lives.

The truth is, I was searching the world for the best it had to offer us.

One day while living in Thailand I suddenly heard my heart pounding with visions of Hawaii, so I bought a one-way ticket to Honolulu from Bangkok and arrived with 3 pieces of luggage, not knowing a soul, on December 3, 2013.

I instantly fell in love with it. I swam with wild dolphins, shot photographs for businesses and families and taught photography workshops.

But the Bay Area called me back in 2017 where it all started.

Here's what I can do for you:

I'll lead your company with a team building photography experience, or you might want to join me in San Francisco, shooting people, architecture, and street photos. 

You also may want to join me on retreat in Sicily, Italy, Hawaii, or California.

I've learned local secrets I'm head over heels thrilled to share with you.

Photography, Writing, and Kundalini Yoga retreats is what I offer you.

​You'll nourish your spirit, rejuvenate your life, and experience the best that I've discovered in my world travels. Guaranteed.

These astounding places will invigorate your mind, re-set your life, and dazzle your spirit. 


Love and Blessings,
Mary

Call me 808-542-4566
​mary@bartnikowski.com


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Oaxaca City, Mexico Photography Workshop
October 11 to 16, 2022


Do you crave falling in love with a new country? 
You haven't seen Mexico like this! I promise you.

Join us in Oaxaca City for 5 days of capturing incredible photos of this culturally rich town in Southern Mexico.
Bring any camera (phone or camera) even if you've never picked up a camera before and explore with me at your side, taking photos of this colorful
kaleidoscope of people, stunning architecture, and yummy food. 

6 Things You Get:
One on one guidance for each photo walk
Local Oaxaca Food not offered anywhere else in Mexico (mole and tlayudas)
Meeting fun people in our small group of only 6 people
Incredible restaurants that are bursting with delicious food from basic to fancy
The best markets I've discovered in Mexico: food, clothing, and art
A value getaway as lodging and food cost 50% less than the USA!


$795 per person
October 11 to 16, 2022
Only 6 People
Advice on lodging and flights included

​Morning and Afternoon shooting sessions and night photography
Advice on what camera gear to bring
(phones or DSLR, all are welcome)


Book A Call With Me

Who am I?
You'll get the benefit of my award winning 35-year photography business in the heart of Silicon Valley, all my secrets revealed so you can excel at taking amazing photos for the rest of your life. 


Check out my photos here
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$795 for your Mexico Adventure
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​ Kindly check out the FAQ before booking a call.



Lodging is $30 to $50 per night for a nice place in 
the historic center

Flights: fly from USA direct to Mexico City then a short flight to Oaxaca City 

Hotel suggestions:
Hotel Maela $35 to $45 per night
Check out hotels in the Centro of Oaxaca City 
3-star or above mid-range $35 to $60 USD per room

Happy to get on a call with you

Video testimony on my teaching here on the home page of my site
scroll to the lower part of the page to view videos
Testimony from participants in my Airbnb photography experiences here


 book a call with me to learn more because talking voice to voice you can ask any questions on your mind about this adventure 


Call 808-542-4566 in the USA
​Kindly write or call and I'll respond the same day, I'm currently in Sicily writing my 6th book and planning new photography workshops.

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