Guanyin, the goddess of mercy & the physical embodiment of compassion. In January, we all make some kind of resolution to be kinder to ourselves. Don’t we? Whether it’s a new diet or exercise or really embracing that special thing that we know makes us feel good.

Well, to start this year, I met the fabulous Melissa, yoga instructor, sailor and all around bright woman. We met in her home yoga studio for our first branding shoot together. Our goals were to create images that would firstly be used to rebuild her website. This included headshots, studio shots, action shots and the details that make her brand really hers.

Her practice is one of gentle restorative yoga, guided meditation and a healing sound bath. Before our shoot, I attended one of her Sacred Sunday classes. It was so much fun! It gave me a greater understanding of how restorative it could really be to take time for myself. The sound bath was a hoot! It was a completely new experience for me. I look forward to creating more great images when we gather for the 2^nd part of her branding shoot which will involve photographing her and her students during class. Invest in curating yourself – work with me!

Melissa's classes can be found at The Journey Space.