Embracing Magic: A Fantasy Photoshoot with Claire Koleske
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Embracing Magic: A Fantasy Photoshoot with Claire Koleske

When you get the chance to photograph an absolutely gorgeous woman in a replica Ever After dress and wings that she made herself, you jump at the opportunity! Your fantasy photoshoot can take any form you desire. Whether you envision yourself as a fairy-tale princess, a fierce warrior, or a mystical creature of the forest, the sky's the limit. Together, we'll brainstorm ideas, select the perfect location, and curate every detail to bring your fantasy to life. I'm here for all of it, let's design something epic together.

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People and Stories: Exploring My Why for Creating Narrative Portraits

People and Stories: Exploring My Why for Creating Narrative Portraits

Narrative portraits are a combination of my favorite things and my background in the fashion industry. Making things, fashion, styling, creative problem-solving, stories, and of course photography. Every Narrative portrait is different because each client is different. The beauty of the co-creative process is that the process will adapt to suit you. My role is to take the information you give me and transform it into something visual. This exploration and collaboration is an experience that goes beyond the traditional portrait. It's an opportunity to capture not just an image but a story, a moment, and a piece of art that reflects you.

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