Top: “ Take me away ” Bottom: “Hurricane” by melissa robin photography
discover a connection to me, or the concept, or the emotion, or any element, really, and then to conceptualize their feelings with art as an outlet. I strive to make dreams a reality. Whether that happens by traveling, writing, painting, photography, fighting crimes or learning endless facts about things I had no idea existed—just go do whatever it is that will make you happy. You are the only limitation in your life. “ “I am currently in the middle of an introspective 366 self-portrait project: one self-portrait every day since January 1st. I had no idea how difficult this would be, not only to keep up with, but how invasive I could be to myself. However, this project is proving its worth and looking back, I can see a lot of strengths and weaknesses where I might not have acknowledged them before. It has also pushed me to stay focused—finding inspiration and being creative daily. This project has been exhausting, yet entertaining and rewarding. I plan on continuing with my portrait and wedding business as those industries keep me current and the clientele are always fun and wonderful. I will keep photographing the fine art series I have already started and hope to have them published in a series of books, once finished. And, of course, the ones still forming in my mind and in my dreams, I hope to start
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shooting soon. I also plan on traveling more, out of the country if possible, and using the new environments and cultures I find in my photography.” “I want to thank my family and my friends. I would not be here without them and I am forever thankful for their unconditional support and how they have helped shape me. Along with them, the creative community I have been immersed in—there are so many wonderful models, photographers, make-up artists and just creative souls I have been lucky to meet and work with over the years. All of them have, in some way, influenced me. You are all beautiful, thank you.” Learn more about Melissa, and see her work: www.melissarobinphoto.com