Melinda Rachelle

Self-esteem can be developed or crushed in an instant, especially for the tweens/ new teens (ages 11-14). I'm sure we all have stories from this age, and with the way things are right now our children have it even harder. If you're a parent, I'm sure you struggle watching your tween live through some stuff that you wish you could magically make disappear.

There's no easy solution to this. But I want to do what little I can with the tools and talents I have, to reach out and help make a positive impact, I am starting a unique photo project that I'd love for you to be a part of.

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 The "WHO I AM" PROJECT

For “Tweens” and “New Teens”

(Ages 11-14)

I'm making it my personal mission to capture photos of those preteen years. The goal is to help tweens look and feel beautiful (inside & out) and have unshakable confidence in themselves during the most difficult time in their lives. They aren't kids any more but they aren’t quite teens yet either. They are lost somewhere in the middle. What wouldn’t you do as a parent to give them the confidence boost to help them feel good about themselves and help them to see how amazing they really are. To help them see themselves the way you see them, the bright, brilliant, talented, beautiful, the way they truly are.  I want them to realize their true INNER beauty so that they are confident in themselves. Imagine the impact beautiful imagery could have on a tween’s self-image when paired with positive affirmations of those most important in their lives.

 

Who I’m looking for

I’m looking for models for this photography project, ages 11-14.  We will ask the model and parents a few questions, then I combine the text and photographs to create one impactful piece of art.  

 

Why “Who I Am”?

Let’s face it…these years are rough.  Body changes, acne, mean girls (need I say more?), and increasing academic and athletic pressure are a lot for kids to handle.  Do I even need to mention the devastating effects of social media that are experienced by way too many kids?  The “Who I Am” project will celebrate those special characteristics that make your child one-of-a-kind, and will tell the story of who she is – not just what she does.

 

HOW MUCH?

The session itself is complimentary. That’s a $150 value!

A $50 deposit is required to reserve your spot and will be applied to your order.

I am confident that you will love your images so much and they will make great gifts to use for birthdays, Mother’s Day, or “just because” for you, your daughter and family.

Portrait collections start at $250. Signature 8×10 gift prints are $40. Other products such as the keepsake Inspiration Album and unique tween only photo keepsakes are available.

Purchase of a portrait collection is required and your $50 deposit will be credited toward your package. An important part of this project is actually having printed images of your tween to be displayed proudly. Digital imagery is great, but actual physical prints is even better!

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Digitals

Everyone wants the digitals, but really what to you do with your digitals how long do thy sit on your computer before you do something with them? I don’t want these beautiful images of your tween getting lost and forgotten on your computer, I am sure you don’t either. An 8x10 digital will be included with each 8x10 print (and larger) ordered. Also included is an online gallery page that includes image sharing and more

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