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The important points are that Kelli set me at ease and made the shot more enjoyable than I thought possible. It's no wonder that Brides choose her to Photograph their weddings. Also no wonder that actors, models and companies choose her to bring out the best in them and their subjects.
She has a peaceful, happy, caring aura. It is obvious the Kelli has a true affinity for what she does. If I could go back in time and choose a different wedding photographer I'd choose Kelli Leslie. As it is I chose her to take my head shots and I'm happy about it.
Here's how I know these things:
I am an actress and as such I am very comfortable playing a role in front of the camera ~ not so much trying to look my best as ME when posing for my head shots . It is a necessary evil for me, I tend to get very self-conscious.
February 17, 2016 I drove 42 miles from my home into the low mountains next to the Tonto National Forest in Mesa, AZ. At first I was bothered at the drive, but as I wound through the peaceful surroundings I began to relax. Kelli appeared and greeted me with her happy voice and glowing smile. She set me at ease as she assessed the outfits I brought and began to apply my make-up. I did not bring a playlist to list to "get in the mood for the shoot" like professional models do, so Kelli put on the Patti Griffin Pandora channel. It was peaceful and uplifting. She must have felt what I needed!
Kelli did my hair and make-up working with me on both to get a look that I liked and could easily duplicate for auditions. It is very important that these are not "glamour shots" but rather ME as I look when I go into auditions!
When it was time for me to "smile for the camera" suddenly I was stiff and nervous.
Kelli, seems to intuitively know just what to say and how to relate to me in a way that set me at ease. I found myself laughing and actually enjoying the process!
She helped me feel more comfortable in my session than I thought was possible!
Now, I just have to see the results of the photo shoot.
I'll post the result of that when I get it!!
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