Je Suis Michael Mel

Occupation: Fashion and beauty photographer
Instagram: @4mmfoto

Where were you born? 
I was born in Russia, came to the United States 20 years ago and 
love my San Francisco!
Surprisingly, I come from a technical background. 
Never thought I would enjoy doing photography, but it seems that it came as the 
right counter balance, and made me feel more complete. 
In one sentence what is unique about your work? 
I would let others answer this question. What you see in my photography 
comes with a little part of my soul. I hope it gives some unique feel to it.

Why do you do what you do? 
Photography inspires me, and I want to pass 
it on to other people who I communicate with, and who admires the art I create.

What inspires you? 
I would say balance. I like when things are in harmony, 
this is how I relate to beauty and fashion.

Describe your personal style. 
This is hard to explain. I don't know if I have it. 
It comes to me as a some kind of inspiration when I'm working on my projects. 
It's an intuition which helps me steer clear of obstacles in any given situation. 

Your ultimate must have: I must see the ultimate goal. If there is a goal, 
I will figure out how to come close to it, and achieve it finally. 

What superpower would you have and why?  
Time travel. Sometimes I want to experience different things and I don't 
always have time to be in different places at the same time.
What is next for you? 
Getting to know more talented people, build a network with other artists, 
create more beauty.