Paul Rumohr - Jill, I love your minimalist lens setup. I was just wondering if when you were shooting in tight situations if you ever feel like you are missing something in between the 24 and 50? The 50 is FANTASTIC, my personal favorite, but do you ever wish you had a 35mm for getting ready shots or slightly tighter spaces? Or does the 24 just come out for these situations and you crop in later?
Nicki - Hey there Melissa, I just wanted to say thanks for meeting with me the other day – I learned more in that short period of time with you than I have from anyone else in multiple hours of time. Not to mention I enjoyed your company (and your WAY cute house!) Thanks for taking the time, and hopefully, maybe, possibly I’ll get to come to your workshop next year. I’m working on the hubs for a Christmas present as we speak. Happy holidays, and give a hug to Dixie for me!
Keith Powell - I highly recommend MJ's mentoring sessions via Skype. I had one with her a few months ago and it totally changed the way I thought about my business. She was open and honest with all of my questions and didn't watch the clock. I think I was more worried about going over than she was! It was great.
Alicia - Really? Wow! How fun! : ) I'd love to get to meet you someday--especially since you're a Christian. I love meeting other photographers, but it's a real, extra-special treat to connect with other believers in the area. : )
Stacey Hemeyer - okay, two quick questions. One, who do you use for insurance? And two, do you pay sales tax on all your goods and services? My accountant is telling me I need to, but most of my photographer friends say they don't so I was wondering what someone at your level does? THANKS SO MUCH!
Camille Beasley - Melissa, I truly enjoyed our chat today. I appreciate the advice greatly. More than that, though, I appreciate your humility and the way that we could just hang out via skype. It's obvious that you haven't forgotten where you have come from and how hard it can be to get started in the photography business. I know there are multiple people in Alabama who admire you, but you can add me to the list -- maybe Arizona soon. :)
Sacha Blackburne - Hello Melissa, Thanks so much for the mentoring session today. You were great with keeping me focused as I whirred about on different subjects and you answered everything so perfectly. I will definitely take you up on so much of your advice. I really appreciate all your help with so many things, from the simple things like making the leap to manual, tips of what improvements to make with my flash work, how to may my images more crispy and how to lock in on focus. Thank you so much for sharing all your knowledge with me in our session today - it was so helpful and I can't wait to show you some of the results once I put them into action. And thanks also for your speedy follow up on all the links and info you said you would send - even before I could send you a thank you note! Speak to you on Skype again soon I hope!! All the best, Sacha
maria - Thank you for your time today Melissa! You not only inspired and encouraged me you also gave me valuable business advice that I know will be of great benefit. I have appreciated all of the information you share on your blog and your stunning images so it was a real pleasure to talk to you today. God Bless you in all of your endeavors!
r. j. kern - hey melissa :) thanks again for my personal mentoring session today. fo' shiz, it was worth every penny, even though i could have bought about a dozen used books and read them over the course of a few months, i still wouldn't get the answers you gave me in an hour. i can't believe we got through all my 1,365 questions! your responses were very professional and you spoke with wonderful articulation. thanks again!
SarahTolson - Melissa, What generousity!! We have family in AZ, so next time I am out there.. I will totally be buying your lunch. :)
Jamie Delaine - Melissa, I love how you just give yourself again and again and again. It's so self-less and so admirable. Thanks for being you. SO EXCITED for San Francisco.