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@Shannon_k_dougherty
St. Louis Missouri
recommend to shake things up for yourself and shoot in a new
I location. I tend to be more of a studio photographer but I love the
challenge of a new place to photograph! For me, this is shooting
outdoors! Even though I’ve done plenty of shoots outside, its much
harder to control the light like I can in the studio. Also, playing
around with editing can give a new perspective on your images to
add to portfolios.
make clothes. I don’t know
I if you would say I set trends
or make fantastic works of
art. My brain doesn’t think
that way. I make clothes that
women love to wear. There is
absolutely nothing better then
when you’ve been working
on a garment and when the
client tries it on and she starts
dancing and twirling. The smile
on her face is what I make and
I think that’s pretty cool.
@Rowes_fashion
@Styled.by.brandi
Los Angeles, California
spent my entire life building my career the “American” way - going to college
I and getting a 9-5 job upon graduation. Although I was blessed to be making
over $50k with full benefits at age 21, something in me was discontent with my
life. I knew in my heart I was meant to serve a greater purpose. The women at my
job noticed my fashion forward style and would literally bring clothes into my
office to ask me how they should style them. I then realized I had a gift. What was
common sense to me could be a mental breakdown for others. So I decided to
learn more about the fashion styling industry. Although nothing was promised, I
figured it was time I take a leap of faith. I stacked up my money, quit my job and
moved back home to Los Angeles to pursue styling full time.
Within my first month I was flown out to New York to style a photoshoot for
an upcoming artist. I had always dreamed of traveling and making money
independently, rather than being chained to a desk all day. Landing in New York
reminded me that dreams are for real. Since then, one opportunity continued
to lead to the next. I began to help style more upcoming artists, magazine photo
shoots, music videos, and commercials, which pushed me into costume design
(wardrobe styling for television and film). Within less than a year, that one leap of faith lead me to be the lead costume
designer two operas and now an independent film that is set to release in 2020. Don’t ever let any one tell you it’s too
soon to jump. And don’t ever let yourself get too comfortable. There will never be a “right” time. Have faith in yourself, be
patient, and remain consistent. The world is yours!
Ottawa, Ontario
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