Meet the creator!!!
Hi My name is Michelle Shustack! I’m the artist for this lemon8 account. In my spare time I enjoy making pictures, gardening, reading books and playing video games. I’m an only child. I have been with my boyfriend @master2166 for 4 years! He and I just moved into our apartment last month together. 🏠
I have been on social media since Flickr 2012. I started uploading my photos on Flickr once I got a Sony DSLR. It was mostly nature at first and then slowly I started becoming interested in surrealism photographs. Lemon8 has taught me a lot about other artists! I currently use a 5D mark IV Canon camera. Everyone’s art work on lemon8 is so inspiring!!! ❤️❤️❤️I love everyone who I follow and everyone who follows me back! I also post on other social media platforms such as Facebook, Bluesky, Tik Tok, Instagram, Threads and Flickr.
Right now, I have two part-time jobs so that I can support my photography and pay my bills. I’m working as a sales associate for a woman’s clothing store and I also work as a beer tender for Armageddon, brewery. I’m also open to doing portrait shoots and engagement photo shoots. 📷
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As someone deeply passionate about photography and creative expression, I've found that sharing your personal story really helps connect with others who appreciate art and life’s simple pleasures. Michelle’s journey from using a Sony DSLR on Flickr to mastering the Canon 5D Mark IV truly highlights how evolving your tools and skills can enhance your artistic voice. Balancing two part-time jobs while pursuing passion projects like portrait and engagement photo shoots is something many creative individuals can relate to. The dedication to support one's art financially is no easy feat, but it often adds a unique perspective and richness to the work itself. Combining her love for nature photography and surrealism illustrates how experimentation can open new doors creatively. Platforms like Lemon8 provide a wonderful space for artists like Michelle to inspire and get inspired by a community of creatives worldwide. Following fellow artists and engaging with their work fosters motivation and growth. It’s fascinating how social media has evolved since 2012—where starting on Flickr laid the foundation, now networks like TikTok, Instagram, and Threads broaden reach and interaction opportunities. In addition to photography, Michelle’s hobbies, such as gardening and reading, bring balance and fresh ideas to her work. Living with a partner who shares similar interests and a supportive environment like a new apartment also fuels creativity. Her story reminds us that behind every artist is a blend of life’s experiences, hobbies, relationships, and perseverance. If you’re an aspiring photographer or artist, taking inspiration from Michelle’s journey encourages embracing new equipment, exploring styles like surrealism, and actively participating in art communities online. Moreover, offering portrait or engagement photography can be both fulfilling and a practical way to finance creative ambitions. Engaging in challenges such as "Meet the Creator" not only promotes visibility but also strengthens artist networks. In short, Michelle's blend of professional skill, artistic passion, and personal dedication exemplifies how to thrive creatively in today's digital age while staying true to yourself and your craft.
I see you girl! Its nice to know more of you!