Current Team Photographers
Beauty and Conceptual Photographer - Tulsa, OK
Melissa Christina Morris
For as long as I can remember, I have been enthralled by the inner workings of what went into making a wonderful piece of digital art. The lights, the make-up, the clothes, but more importantly was what pulled it all together. The photographer. I wanted to be that person. The one whose helps to bring a creative vision to life. I am a very versatile artist with a creative outlook. I will bring a fresh, fun and unique perspective to everything we create.
Beauty and Conceptual Photographer - Massachusetts
Carolynne LaPointe
She has been doing photography since she was 12 years old. Today she has her associates degree in Photography and is currently continuing with her bachelor’s degree in photography minoring in graphic arts. Aside from photography Carolynne is also a mother and wife first and foremost. When not working on photoshoots for magazines or running them, Carolynne also designs headpieces for concept work and enters images into local fairs in Massachusetts
Fashion and AKC/Bully Photographer - Oklahoma
Mary Scribner
She has been doing photography since she was 12 years old. Today she has her associates degree in Photography and is currently continuing with her bachelor’s degree in photography minoring in graphic arts. Aside from photography Carolynne is also a mother and wife first and foremost. When not working on photoshoots for magazines or running them, Carolynne also designs headpieces for concept work and enters images into local fairs in Massachusetts
Fantasy Photographer - Indiana
Chas AKA Tytaniafairy
Chasity AKA Tytaniafairy is a fine fantasy digital art photographer from Venice FL now living in Indiana with a BA in photography and digital art. Creating fantasy and joy for people is my life mission and I have passion for fine digital art and creating new worlds and a passion also to create pieces that resemble pre-Raphaelite art in photography of a bygone era. My work has been published in magazines and in digital shows at the Louvre in Paris and in New York Times square , Broadway and in Europe.
Fantasy and Fine-Art photographer – Chambersburg, PA
Jenni Mack
Since the youngest of ages, I have always been fascinated with butterflies and flowers but it wouldn't be until I was a mother of 2 young adults that I would find my passion for being behind the camera. Once a hobby, photography is now my way of life.
Bringing that butterfly inspiration to life with fairy art and more these day with recently opening my own small business, Flutterby Studios LLC. I'm a highly involved creative often creating the costumes from thrifted gowns and dresses to create unique looks.
Current Team Models
Team Model - Tulsa, OK
Natalya Miller
I am Natalya Miller one of the staff models for Illuminesse Magazine. I got my start in modeling when I was about 11 years old . Around 14, I cut down on modeling to start beauty pageants. But I definitely was pushed back when one of my photoshoots landed me the coveted cover of a Magazine. Since that time I have modeled for several different photographers I cannot wait to see what comes in my future endeavors with modeling. I am so excited to be a part of the Illuminesse Model Team this year.
Team Model - Western Massachusetts
Lilith LeStrange
I tend to gravitate mostly towards the "obscure, dark, gothic," types of styles. I believe there is beauty within darkness, and modeling provides me to step out of my own shell and express this side. When I am not modeling I work full time as a Vetinary Technician, and when I'm off of work you can most likely find me at a concert, traveling, or at home cuddled up with my three kitties. I support a brand, "Disorderly," that helps stress the importance of keeping the conversation open about mental health.
Team Model - Oregon
Jade Alexander
In 2019, I attended a dance audition for the Kandi Girls, OKCs top GoGo troop, where I also met artist and photographer Bryan Crump. After that audition I began working with both The Kandi Girls and The Crump Effect. I have walked in NYFW as a runway model and I’ve discovered multiple modeling styles I love like fashion, body paint, editorial, pin-up, boudoir and more!
As of 2023, I relocated to the Pacific Northwest and have been connecting and creating with new photographers across the country!
Team Model - Oklahoma
Marissa Dawn
My name is Marissa Landers. I started modeling at a young age when my sister started photography school. I remember getting checked out of school early just to have fun doing a photo shoot. Growing up I still love to modeling and I’ve even been in some magazines. In my free time I like to spend time with my friends and family. Fun fact about me, my dog is my world.
Team Model - Tulsa, OK
Bunny Dover
Hello, my name is Bunny! I am a local artist here in Tulsa, I love working with oddities, painting and have a *mild* Lisa Frank & Sanrio obsession! Most of which you can see in my style of art and wardrobe! I love being creative and making art in all forms, I am looking forward to the amazing pieces we create together at Illuminesse 🖤
Team Model - New England area
Evie Cherrie Louise
I am a full time model, actress, business owner. I’ve been modeling for about 11 years full time and have been a certified makeup artist for 91/2 years. And it’s been a long time coming and with that comes growth. Trust me I wasn’t the greatest but that’s why practice makes perfect. I absolutely love doing different looks to fully express my diversity.
Model Safety Advocate and Columnist
Model Safety - USA
Amina Atrois
I am the founding member of the Mid-Atlantic Model Safety Network, I am DC based Model and Model Advocate and have been part of the model safety leadership community since 2015. My Mission is to provide models the tools and resources to advocate for themselves by enforcing boundaries and protecting themselves and their interests, first and foremost. I am passionate about promoting positive industry change that helps to create communities where models are seen, valued and supported.