Photography Photography Education How an Award Winning Image was Inspired by a Costume Advertisement I run a full time portrait studio focusing on families, children, high school seniors since 2011. And although I absolutely love my clients, I also crave to grow as a professional photographer and participate in print competitions. One of the things I did early on was join Professional Photographers of America. I am so grateful […] Written by Melissa Kelly October 16, 2025October 16, 2025
Photography Photography Education How to Flex and Make an Award Winning Photograph I run a full time portrait studio focusing on families, children, high school seniors since 2011. And although I absolutely love my clients, I also crave to grow as a professional photographer and participate in print competitions. Before I shoot something that makes me feel creative and feeds my soul, I plan out the session. I research costuming, what lighting I want to use, backgrounds. I make notes in a journal and eventually storyboard for me and the person I […] Written by Melissa Kelly July 1, 2025July 1, 2025
