"I used to hate having my picture taken. I always felt uncomfortable and awkward in front of the camera and I rarely ever liked the photos that other people took of me—they never felt like me. That all changed when I worked with Melisine. She taught me how to think of photos in terms of the stories I want to tell. And she showed me that with a little preparation and imagination, taking self-portraits can be a fun and joyful process. Melisine went above and beyond to support me between lessons, walking me through how to edit my images, suggesting different types of shots I could take that would speak to the types of clients I want to attract, and helping me plan outfits and poses. For the first time in my life, I feel good about seeing myself in photos. I love knowing that I can create my own branding photos whenever I feel like it!"