magical, collectible, original art for a delightful home
Collectible 5×5 Art Blocks
We believe in original art. We believe in handcrafted high quality. We believe in sustainability. We believe your walls should be delightful and full of whimsy. We believe in magic.
Our creations tell a story on all sides: the front is original artwork by Michelle. The sides and backs are covered in salvaged library book pages. The wood itself? It’s salvaged too, so every piece is beautiful for your walls and beautiful for the earth.
Start a collection for your walls or for someone you love today!
Inside the Studio
Our hands touch each piece we make countless times: we take pride in the handmade process and our exquisite attention to detail. We use only the highest quality archival prints, non-toxic sealant, and durable salvaged wood, so each piece is (hand)made to last.
mkc photography is an eco-friendly, hand-made gift & home decor company that creates gorgeous art and wares using salvaged wood, paper from damaged library books, and original art by Michelle Ciarlo-Hayes. Customers love to purchase our artwork both for themselves and for gifts because they know each piece gives new life to otherwise discarded materials. We’ve been making beautiful things by hand in our Philadelphia-area studio since 2009.
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MKC Photography Events
December 10th, 2021: MKC Photography Holiday Shipping Deadline
The holidays are upon us and ya gotta make sure you shop now! For this studio, that means online orders must be placed by: ➡️ Friday, December 10th ⬅️ to be sure that they will have every chance get to you (or your loved one) in time. Can...
December 5, 2021: La Salle College High School Christmas Shopping Spectacular
Please join us at the 2021 La Salle College High School Christmas Shopping Spectacular! We'll be bringing all the wonderful things for your gift-giving this season, including a very special batch of limited edition La Salle College High School holiday ornaments and...
December 3, 2021: First Friday at the Cherry Street Pier
Well hello, December! MKC Photography is so excited to be joining a talented crew of artists and artisans at the Cherry Street Pier on Friday, December 3rd from 4-9 p.m.! Click here to learn more about all the events planned for this December First Friday, and please...