Marissa contacted me to do her head shots for the Miss Teen Nevada USA competition that happens this November. This competition has been a long time coming, as she has been actively preparing for it for a year and a half! Marissa began competing in beauty pageants since she was just a tiny little girl. She says her mom entered her in her first one when she was about 4 years old and it just stuck! Walls of trophies and crowns later, here she is. You can visit her website HERE. We did head shots (saving those for another post), and we decided that we should do some stuff that was more fun. She suggested a carnival and I thought that was a great idea.
Note: Marissa is a budding clothing designer, too. She even sews the designs she creates, when she can find the time! The pink and black dress is one of her designs.
Numerous times, at our shooting location, people of all walks approached Marissa wanting to have their picture taken with her. Even though we were pressed for time, racing the sunset, she was gracious and kind and welcomed their requests with a smile. I thought that was super sweet.
Marissa, BEST OF LUCK to you in your competition. Here is your sneak peak.
