SPOTLIGHT ON : The Confidence Effect: When Story Meets Style The Beauty Of Bold Imagery By TEIGAN PHILLIPS “I have become so drawn to it because it creates a strong impact and helps convey mood and identity quickly within a portrait.(...) What excited me about commercial portraiture is the challenge of creating something visually strong while telling a clear story for a client. (...) By talking with them, encouraging natural movement, and responding to their energy, I’m able to capture images that feel both polished and genuinely expressive. (...) By clearly communicating my ideas and the intention behind them, I’m able to show how bolder choices can lead to more engaging and effective imagery. (...) My understanding of beauty and representation has grown to be more inclusive over time, shifting from idealised standards and towards celebrating individuality, authenticity and real expression. (...) Focus on what excites you and makes you curious, rather than copying trends or worrying about what others think.”