About Michelle
A photographer and multi-meduim artist- she has been involved in photography for 15+ years with 3 additional years modeling for fine art photography. Currently, she specializes in photography of nature, creative boudoir, and alternative models. Her work in alternative modeling has been featured on Suicidegirls.com. The works of her boudoir photography grace the private collections in many couple’s homes and model's portfolios. Michelle works primarily out of her country home, venturing out into scenic West Michigan and is OWNER/OPERATOR of Inkblot Arts/ Michelle Premer Photography. Her passion is to create out-of-the-box images for her clients, the crazier the idea the better.
Experience:
Owner/Operator of Inkblot Arts/Michelle Premer Photography
Jan 2015- Current
Director/ Instructor /Photographer of WorkShoots Studio
Feb. 2013- 6.1.2019
Grand Rapids, Michigan
Southwest Michigan Council of Camera Clubs (SWMCCC) Summer Weekend of Photography
Apr. 2014- Dec. 2016
Model Coordinator/Portrait Program Coordinator, Hope College, Holland, Michigan·
Model Coordinator
Make-Up Artist/ Special Effects Artist/ Model Coordinator
Summer/Fall 2012
Photographic Novel “New Blood” by author Lawrence Heibel
Experience:
Owner/Operator of Inkblot Arts/Michelle Premer Photography
Jan 2015- Current
Director/ Instructor /Photographer of WorkShoots Studio
Feb. 2013- 6.1.2019
Grand Rapids, Michigan
- Public Relations & Manager of the studio Facebook Page
- Creative/Advanced Concepts Photography Instructor
- Manages daily operations of the studio including tours
Southwest Michigan Council of Camera Clubs (SWMCCC) Summer Weekend of Photography
Apr. 2014- Dec. 2016
Model Coordinator/Portrait Program Coordinator, Hope College, Holland, Michigan·
Model Coordinator
- Organizing the open model call submissions.
- Monitoring model & photographer interactions.
- Problem solving as the need arises.
- Distribution of all images from all photographers to the models for their portfolios.
- Arranging off campus field trips and schedules for the event.
- Arranging the volunteer instructors.
- Preparing and arranging for studio set & studio lights for the Creative Strobe workshops.
Make-Up Artist/ Special Effects Artist/ Model Coordinator
Summer/Fall 2012
Photographic Novel “New Blood” by author Lawrence Heibel
- Assisting models with hair & make-up.
- Assisting photographer with light set ups.
- Applying of special effects blood at all shoots.
- Keeping tabs of model & crowds at on location shoots.
Professional Disclaimer:
Image Correcting will be done, but at a bare minimum. I remove temporary flaws- acne, errant cat scratches (happens more often than you think), or mystery bruises. I will soften more permanent things- stretch marks and scars. I will fully remove them but only if specifically asked. Flaws make us unique, they tell our stories. What I will absolutely refuse to do is make you lose weight via the Photoshop weight loss system. I will not lengthen legs, flatten tummies, raise you a cup size, and you absolutely NOT have plastic skin in my images… I am against turning people into plastic versions of themselves.
Agency Represented Models- I do not usually pay models. I am the one that gets paid. I will not go thru a third party agent/ agency. I will also refuse to work with a model signed with an agency until I see documentation that proves it is cleared by said signed agency and that the agency is in fact a valid one.
Session Booking/Confirmations- “We should totally shoot together soon…” is something I often hear. However- that is not “booking a session”. If we schedule a shoot, I will confirm times and dates with you. You should “lock-in” your session by responding back to me. There will be deposits required to lock in your selected booking.
Artwork Commissions- Artwork is not free. While I consider it stress relief and a hobby, I also consider it a source of income. Canvas, paints, pencils, sketchbooks- they all cost money. I will certainly design a tattoo for you, draw or paint a picture for your home or office. Please do not insult me or my work by balking at the commission rate I quote you for you piece of artwork.
Agency Represented Models- I do not usually pay models. I am the one that gets paid. I will not go thru a third party agent/ agency. I will also refuse to work with a model signed with an agency until I see documentation that proves it is cleared by said signed agency and that the agency is in fact a valid one.
Session Booking/Confirmations- “We should totally shoot together soon…” is something I often hear. However- that is not “booking a session”. If we schedule a shoot, I will confirm times and dates with you. You should “lock-in” your session by responding back to me. There will be deposits required to lock in your selected booking.
Artwork Commissions- Artwork is not free. While I consider it stress relief and a hobby, I also consider it a source of income. Canvas, paints, pencils, sketchbooks- they all cost money. I will certainly design a tattoo for you, draw or paint a picture for your home or office. Please do not insult me or my work by balking at the commission rate I quote you for you piece of artwork.
Other Corners of the Internet to Find Me:
On Linkdin: Michelle Premer
On Facebook: "LIKE" Inkblot Arts/ Michelle Premer Photography www.facebook.com/InkblotArt
On Instagram: @Lady_Inkblot
On Blogger: www.ladyinkblot.blogger.com
(please take a moment to read through the "About This Blog" Page to see important information & a few courteous & professional disclaimers)
On Facebook: "LIKE" Inkblot Arts/ Michelle Premer Photography www.facebook.com/InkblotArt
On Instagram: @Lady_Inkblot
On Blogger: www.ladyinkblot.blogger.com
(please take a moment to read through the "About This Blog" Page to see important information & a few courteous & professional disclaimers)