#360 ~ Well Rounded (A glimpse of Behind the Scenes of a Charlisha Renata Photography Session)

Happy 2013!!! To bring in the new year, I decided to give you all a glimpse of how I work behind the camera. On many of my shoots I do all the prepping from make-up to styling and sometimes hair. See, I have been blessed with gifts that God intended for me to use. For so long I tried to keep them locked away in hopes of not intimidating others or seeming like I was all over the place. That has hindered me. I can no longer hide my talents. There is so much you all have not seen from me and in 2013, I am unleashing the beast! The Lioness has slept long enough. BRACE YOURSELVES. :) 

Make-up, Styling, & Photography, by moi (Charlisha Renata)

....special thanks to Drea Powell for modeling for me and to Terrell Jones for video & editing....

#360 ~Well Rounded (part 1)

#360 ~ Well Rounded (part 2)

REwind: Fashion Shoot for Eye-Con Couture (April 2012 ad)

As part of my senior project and internship with Eye-Con Couture, I did an photoshoot for their April 2012 ad campaign. Here are a few photos from that set. 

(All fashion in photos can be purchased at Eye-Con Couture)

Gold'N Textured ~ Fall 2012 Vintage Fashion Trend

The stylist side of me has been refreshed by the thought of fall. I may be a summer baby but fall is my favorite season mainly for the colors and fashion. As we know Couture Pieces Resurrected is my vintage collection and I plan to start selling pieces at this year's Cooper Young Festival . My motto is "Old is the new New". It expresses fashion's nostalgia and tendency to repeat itself. Each historical fashion era has an influence on the current designer runways. Check out the first look I styled and photographed for the next ad campaign.

(Model: Cha' Briggs, Make-up: Nicole Dorsey)

Luxurious textures from leather to embroidery will be in this fall. Mixed with prints and rich jewel tones, this look can be worn casually or for a night out. Just add bold accessories and a fun, funky hat.

In this look:

Gold Beaded Vest
80s High Waist Leather Pants
90s Liz Claiborne straw hat
Vintage Elephant Belt 
Vintage Scarf 
All available at Couture Pieces Resurrected
Shop Couture Pieces Resurrected to wear the latest fashion trends in the most unique way…vintage!

Modelesque ~ Learn to express yourself in photos

An advantage of being both a model and photographer is experiencing how it feels to be on both sides of the camera....especially starting out. Breaking the barrier that keeps you from being confident to be whatever it is you dream to be is a start. If becoming a model or just taking great photos is a goal for you, this may be your stepping stone.

Modelesque is being produced by myself and an amazing and inspirational model, Tanieka Carter.  Tanieka Carter is a model, coach, and consultant who has also studied theater and dance. She aims to help others find their niche and express themselves in the fashion industry. 

Registration deadline: June 14, 2012 7pm
$50 holds spot
paypal email: photos@charlisharenata.com

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Patriotic Fashion Looks on Memorial Day

For the past year, I've been drawn to vintage apparel that was either red, white, and/or blue. After I collected several pieces, I decided that I would style a few patriotic fashion looks. I met model, Victoria Gibson, on Facebook and I loved her classic look that reminds me of 60s fashion model, Twiggy.  Maybe it's in the lips... I felt she would be perfect for my vision and she was! Well, here is the first looks of the series....(Yes, series! I have more red, white, and blue vintage fashion than I thought...glad there's another patriotic holiday coming up! #staytuned)

Model: Victoria Gibson

Make-Up: Nicole Dorsey

Photography & Creative Direction: Charlisha Renata

 

Bowties~ Classy and Nostalgic

          

A couple months ago, I shot another fashion photography campaign  for Medatsu Apparel. I was inspired by the young, hip, professional male who likes color and classic looks. Not only will bowties give you a classy look, they also posses a nostalgic feel...which I love!  It was featuring model Antonio Hewlett in both video and photo shot Downtown Memphis.

                                   

Oh, how I love Spring!

It's that time of year when beginnings occur, the renewal of life, and rejuvenation brightens each day. The sun rises earlier and lingers a bit longer spreading its love across the land. I smile when I awaken to birds chirping and the season's breeze sneaks through my cracked window. I rise and gaze outside, my hearts skips a beat...oh how I love spring!!

My new website!

In January 2012, I launched my new website platform.
www.charlisharenata.com is now the home of all things Charlisha Renata.

I am still a Memphis fashion photographer offering services for designers, agencies, boutiques, and models. I have a new pricing structure that will enable me to offer services at affordable rates for all levels of investment. They include packages for modeling portfolios, boutiques, entertainers, and business owners. For more information, send email to contact@charlisharenata.com