The Artwork: A Work of Art

It’s said a picture is worth a thousand words. That sentiment has been proven true time and again in this publication through photographs and illustrations.

“In every single story we publish, we often think of the art first.   When we begin to create the ideas for what stories we will tell in each issue, we always consider the art as important or — in some cases — even more important than the words you read.”

— Rachel West, Publisher

For 15 of the past 20 years, Senior Editorial Photographer Joe Worthem has been responsible for the majority of the feature photography in the magazine, from wild animals to sports stars to newly renovated homes to outdoor landscapes. Here’s a look at some of his own favorite magazine photography.

In addition to photography, original illustrations often appear on the pages of Invitation. We have been privileged to work with Mississippi illustrators for a variety of feature stories and covers. Here’s a look back.

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