Sharon Singleton and Melvin Singleton are the owners and founders of The Orchard Studio located just outside of beautiful San Antonio, Texas. Sharon Singleton is a mother of five kids (dog included) and professional photographer with over 13 years of experience. She enjoys crocheting and soap making in her free time. Melvin Singleton is a retired U.S. Air Force KC-135 crew chief with over 22 years of active duty service. He enjoys cooking and landscaping in his spare time. Both Sharon and Melvin love spending time making The Orchard Studio an exceptional venue for photographers. 

Guido Locati "Mr. G"  is a grounds and studio manager of The Orchard Studio.  He is a professional photographer with over 44 years of photographic experience. He is a graduate of Syracuse University Newhouse School of Photography.  He is a private photography instructor with a wealth of knowledge to share. He enjoys spending time shooting photos at The Orchard Studio or clays at the gun range in his spare time. Mr. G manages the studio when the Singletons are unavailable. 

Kelly Seiter is an artistic designer for The Orchard Studio. Over the course of five years she has created and composed the interior and exterior design for The Orchard's seasonal landscape. Her artistic vision ranges from trendy and rustic , while maintaining a sophisticated and lovely feel. Holidays are a big deal at The Orchard Studio. With Kelly's help, we prepare breathtaking scenery, sets, outdoor features and landscaping for our photographers to enjoy. 

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The Orchard Studio is a family and friend affair!  Administrative and organizational tasks are managed by Tasia, Khia and Mimi Singleton.  All three enjoy sports, music and art in their spare time. 

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The staff here at The Orchard Studio look forward to your visit and assisting you in creating your best portraits.