Hidden Gems: Meet Trell Martin of Full Effect Designs & Images

Today we’d like to introduce you to Trell Martin.

Hi Trell, thanks for joining us today. We’d love for you to start by introducing yourself.
Full Effect Designs & Images is successfully owned and operated by Trell Martin, a native of Ward, SC. There was always a love for photography. When I was a child, I use to love to take photos but seem to always cut people’s heads off. Once I started to attend college two brothers of mines (Tremayne Johnston and Naiquawn Anderson) introduced me to adobe photoshop. While doing graphics, I noticed that it ties into photography so I finally bought my first camera. Taking photos for family members, I still remember the first paid wedding that I did, I had to give a refund (laughter) but I was determined to not give up and to make sure that I perfect the craft.

Sitting at work one day, I had the dream of being the next Portrait Innovations and I set forth to achieve my dream. After talking things over with my family, I set off to make the dream come true. As of January 6, 2020, I walked away from my full-time job and decided to make Full Effect Designs & Images the path. Once opening a studio, I wanted to also open other opportunities for other photographers and allow them a space to shoot their session.

I’ve always been a person that liked to give to others and help them. Throughout the years and especially since I have been a business owner, I have learned that I enjoy helping others and that has kept me up and going and very appreciative of what I have been blessed with.

Alright, so let’s dig a little deeper into the story – has it been an easy path overall and if not, what were the challenges you’ve had to overcome?
It has not always been a smooth road. Exactly one month after opening the photography studio the pandemic shut down the world. Being self-employed and partially shut down made things have to be revamped to make sure that I could still provide for me and my family.

The second biggest struggle was when I was getting started, I reached out to several others to be mentored to and I was denied. It made me want to give up but I was determined to make sure I succeed.

Alright, so let’s switch gears a bit and talk business. What should we know?
Full Effect Designs & Images is successfully owned and operated by Trell Martin, a native of Ward, SC. In addition to running the photography studio, Mr. Martin has racked up several accolades. He serves as a Notary Public in the State of South Carolina, an Instructor for Beginners Photography at University of South Carolina Sumter, a member of the Professional Photographers Association (PPA), Advisory Board Member of the University of South Carolina Sumter Photography and Arts Program, private photography class instructor and Owner of Axis Magazine Publications.

Here at Full Effect, the goal is to capture all of your moments of life and turn them into a frozen memory. There have been several celebrities, major events, politicians, and businesses that have been captured in the eye of Trell Martin.

As the owner and founder, I strive to make sure that every customer is satisfied with the finished product when presented. Not only does Full Effect Designs & Images provide photography services, there is over 10 years of graphic design experience and website building. Contact us today to get a consultation about your next moment that needs to be captured or put on paper to savor a special memory.

What sort of changes are you expecting over the next 5-10 years?
Within the next 5 to 10 years, I see Full Effect Designs & Images staple in the Southeast Region of the United States. Along with that huge shift I look to bring more unity in bringing businesses together and also bringing unity throughout the communities.

Contact Info:

• Email: fulleffectimages@gmail.com
• Website: www.fulleffectimages.com
• Instagram: fulleffectimages
• Facebook: fulleffectdesigns&images

Image Credits
Marcus Jones Photography and Full Effect Designs & Images Quan’s Vision