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Maui Farm Project
Honoring Maui's Farms & Floral Artists
A Photography Gift for 10 Farms & Floral Artists
My intention for this project is to donate my creative expertise to
photograph farmers & floral artists.
Each recipient will receive:
(in total a $1500 value)
Great photos transform how the world sees you
and what you offer.
You deserve photos that honor and celebrate you and your work,
while providing beautiful images you can enjoy for years to come.
Meet Melisine
I am pro photographer and educator, with an online photography school specializing in visual storytelling. My portfolio website is melisinestudio.com.
I am grateful to live on Maui.
My mission is to give back to the Maui community with my photography, to support local farmers and floral artists.
I recently worked with Mama's Fish House to highlight and photograph some of their farm partners. I am passionate about continuing to honor Maui farms.
I hope to help shine a light on more farms by combining my professional expertise helping businesses share their stories, with deep reverence for Maui's culture and community.
Why work with Melisine
The Photoshoot Process:
Easy, Stress-free, and Fun!
My specialty is helping you feel relaxed and confident in front of the camera -- no special preparation is required!
You can just be yourself!
We will chat about what images you would like, and come up with a plan together.
You can dress up or wear your regular clothes. I can help with deciding what to wear.
Clients say Melisine's photoshoot process
feels relaxing, gentle, healing, and joyful.
Client Love
My heart sang
upon seeing the photos!
"Melisine's photos are gorgeous.
I can't thank you enough!"
- Meagan DeGaia
Hawai‘i Tourism Authority - Maui Manager
President of Makoa Quest - Hawaiian cultural restoration
So simple!
"I loved my photo shoot with Mel. She made the whole process so simple.
Mel really held my hand and helped every step of the way - from the style and content of the photos to locations, selecting outfits, and even posing.
Her guidance and expertise were so valuable. And the results speak for themselves! I couldn't be happier!"
- Courtney Rolls
Director of Coach Certification and Alumni
The Life Coach School
Photos that can move your brand and business to the next level
"If you are looking for someone to do photography for your business, Melisine completely uplevels your images and shows your work to be gorgeous.
Because Mel has worked for such high-end brands, she knows how to stage the coveted shots you have always wanted that can move your business and your brand to the next level.
Mel's greatest gift is her ability to let her lens be intimate with the essence of who you are.
She uses the camera as a mirror to reflect a person's essential spirit.
She brings out the beauty and light in every single situation! And every person!"
- Suzanne Kingsbury
Master Writing and Publishing Coach
Founder of Gateless Writing Inc.
Felt so safe and relaxed!
"When we met for the shoot, I didn’t really know how to pose, to smile, to look … But as soon as Melisine told me that I could move just naturally, within seconds I felt so safe and relaxed, that I totally forgot about the camera and actually had … fun!
I thought there might be three or four pictures I would like and could use for professional purposes, but oh, was I wrong.
Within 10 minutes she managed to take 200 pictures of me that I liked. That is more than all the photos I like of me of my whole life combined.
This experience wasn’t just a photo shoot. It was a transformation, as it helped me to see my inner and outer beauty, to feel wonderful within my body and with my face. It gave me a lot of confidence. "
- Ivonne Senn
Author
Took my business to the next level of professionalism and value,
Quickly booked $44,000
“Melisine has created a visual story with her photography that far exceeds my expectations.
Her ability to capture exactly what my clientele needs to see and feel is impeccable.
Working with Mel at my retreat property has taken my business to the next level of professionalism and value.
I have so much respect and appreciation Melisine's work which is visual art that literally speaks for itself.
My advice to anyone considering taking their dream to the next level is to allow Mel capture the heart and soul of you and your business -- she will not disappoint!"
- Ange Arbuckle
Retreat Leader and Owner of Retreat in Hawaii
Trust Melisine to portray women in the highest manner of respect
"I am so pleased to recommend Mel, an incredible photographer with a unique eye.
Women in our collective trusted to her to portray them in the highest manner of respect.
Because of this trust, women were able to be truly vulnerable around her, making the process feel authentic.
Mel and I worked closely to shoot editorial work for Adidas Women, Samsung, and VICE over two years.
I love Mel's work and I love Mel!"
- Jessie Zapo
Adidas Global Ambassador and Adidas NYC Coach
Known as The "First Lady" of Running
Selected Client Work
Photography, Website, & Social Media Strategy
RETREAT, RESORT, SPA PROPERTIES
Four Seasons
Mandarin Oriental
COMO Spas + Resorts
Grand Hyatt Spa + Resort
The Montage Spa + Resort
The Palms & Shore Club, Turks + Caicos
Wanderlust Festivals
Hawaii BusinesSes
Mama's Fish House
Makoa Quest
Still and Moving Center, Oahu
The Montage Resort + Spa, Maui
Grand Hyatt Resort + Spa, Kauai
The Laylow Hotel, Oahu
Hui No‘eau Visual Arts Center
