"I want you to know how it feels," I've said to all my stylists.
"I want you to know how they feel when they look at you and tell you how nervous they are. I want you to know where they are coming from so you can look at them and say with complete honesty that you know how they feel. You can tell them it's all going to be worth it because you've been there."
I have photographed all my stylists.
The incredible women who take care of your makeup and hair and make sure you look your best on the day of your photoshoot have all sat in front of my camera . . . and every one of them have been nervous.
They know how you feel.
Early on I made a point to make sure my stylists are not only the best for you (and they so very much are) but I also wanted them to understand you.
When you come in a little sick to your stomach because this is so far out of your comfort zone- they get it.
When you talk fast the whole time because that's what you do when your excited- they get it.
When you cry when you see the back of my camera and say you can't believe how beautiful you look . . . they get it.
Not only are my stylists skilled and practiced and educated in making you look incredible they also completely understand what your feeling the moment you walk into my studio.
Their smiles and encouragement and support are genuine. It comes from a place of understanding.
Here, you have a team that support you.
We make you look incredible.
We remind you how beautiful you are.
We champion your divine worth.
And we, especially my stylists, validate and understand how you're feeling.
We're on your side and we're here for you in all the best ways.
HUGE thank you to Kate Blackwell, one of my incredible stylists, who recently stepped in front of my camera and experienced what all of you experience.
Kate, you are magic and goodness and all the laughs. I adore you forever!
Special thank you to Amanda Callahan for being an expert hairstylist and pro assistant always.
Love, Melinda
Photography Studio in Athens PA.
Serving Athens Pennsylvania, Towanda Pennsylvania, Corning New York, and Twin Tiers area.