One of our favorite things about running these Quick & Dirty photoshoots is getting to meet people who might not normally put themselves in front of a camera. Case in point: Cleo Cassette.
Cleo is a DJ who spins nothing but cassettes (yes — real ones) at clubs and events. Her vibe is retro, raw, and very cool. But when it came to booking a shoot for herself, she told us she was way out of her comfort zone.
She booked one of our Quick & Dirty sessions — fast, low-pressure, and affordable — because she wanted some portraits that felt true to her but wasn’t sure she’d feel natural in front of the camera.
Here’s what happened:
She showed up a little nervous (totally normal). We cranked some tunes, cracked some jokes, and gave her space to ease in. Within 10 minutes, she was vibing with the lights and camera like a total pro.
After the shoot, she said:
"I was really nervous at first but they are a great team and made it easy. Fast and fun!"
It means a lot to us to hear that. Our goal is to make everybody — not just models — feel good about how they look in photos. And honestly, seeing Cleo break out of her shell and rock her session was one of those proud little moments we love.
So if you’ve been on the fence about booking a shoot — thinking "I'm not photogenic" or "I’m too shy" — take this as your sign. You do not need to be a model. You just need to show up. We’ll take it from there.
Big thanks to Cleo Cassette for trusting us with her first shoot. We can't wait to see where she takes her art next.
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