“the end goal was not to shoot pictures for promotional and portfolio building of ABH Studios but, to promote the skill level and comfort in front of the camera for the model…..”
ABH Studios took notice of a Young up and coming model just over two years ago. She was working with a few different photographers in the Atlanta area. Being in the very beginning stages, she had a few photo shoots and some truly good professional pictures taken by some very good photographers. A Minor at the time, ABH Studios pursued the appropriate and proper channels. The approach was a little different in that the end goal was not to shoot pictures for promotional and portfolio building of ABH Studios but, to promote the skill level and comfort in front of the camera for the model. Now that she is an adult, she has a portfolio that demonstrates her diversity and represents her vision of her brand. The above video outlines her journey and development into the model she is today with a bright future. That future being as a model or as a career professional in a public industry of her choice.
Many times models rush to make big dollars and bypass learning how to take truly stunning pictures. They find themselves shooting for sessions that require them to expose themselves in ways that they are not equipped to handle. without the skill to present a well polished product, they bare as much as possible to secure the gig. Or find that the well paying gig requires them to show more skin than they are willing to show. Why?, because they do not have a portfolio showing what they can do and better yet, what they want to do. Once a model begins accepting jobs that require them to be practically nude, those tend to be the only jobs they seem to be offered. The sad part of this scenario is that jobs that they could and should be considered for never materialize because those making the selection decision don’t see the nude and or suggestive posing as a fit for their project(s) In addition, no product manager will select a model that has a negative public image to represent their product. No variety equals stagnation and one direction if the model is to continue to work. One way to avoid that image is to begin working with a photographer that understands the importance of developing a brand and showing the models diverse potential. Time, hard work, dedication and a plan is the key to being successful and avoiding common pit falls. They say that sex sells. That is very true but, it does not have to be your only option. IT SHOULD NOT BE YOUR ONLY OPTION. Keeping your brand classy and diverse and having the ability to do it all with a portfolio to support that, is what it is all about. Money should not be the determining factor that compromises your vision and brand. As a model, the best steward of your brand and public image is you. A paid gig is just that, it expects you to deliver. It does not care if it compromises your brand or moral sensibility. Learn your craft before you jump into unknown waters. Your future depends on it. There are photographers like ABH Studios across the country. Seek them out and let them help you make your statement of what you and your brand are all about. Don’t let the industry make that decision for you and leave you stranded on a road that is extremely difficult to recover from. Be smart!!! Call ABH Studios……