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Photo shoot safety precautions for the model being used for the first time

Photo shoot safety precautions for the model being used for the first time

He recently planted a new, inexperienced model for me. In itself, this is nothing new. The model had every right to leave because the situation felt strange and uncomfortable.

However, she was unable to communicate with me even after she decided not to attend.

To help avoid this type of situation, here are some tips to help you stay safe and confident, not just during your first photoshoot, but in all the ones that follow.

BEFORE SAYING YES TO THE TRIP

1) SEARCH ON GOOGLE FOR THE PHOTOGRAPHER

Get a solid idea of ​​what they like to photograph. Does it overlap with what you want to do? Are there reviews, comments on this person? If their things make you uncomfortable, working with them will likely make you uncomfortable.

2) CHECK THE WEB PRESENCE OF THE PHOTOGRAPHER

Do you give credit to your models? They’re new? Do they have a lot of followers? Are there reviews or comments on other models’ experience with this photographer?

3) CONTACT PREVIOUS MODELS

Don’t ask for references … Instead, contact reputable models for their opinions. Believe me, the other models will be happy to share their experience, good or bad.

ONCE YOU HAVE DECIDED TO DO IT …

3) TELL SOMEONE WHAT YOU’RE DOING

Tell someone you are going to a photoshoot. Give them all the information you have about the photographer.

4) CHECK SOME TRIP CONDITIONS

If filming restrictions allow, agree to meet in a public place or even film in a public place. But it’s not just the location. You should talk to the photographer to organize what you are going to photograph. if you have specific limits, you should also communicate them.

The photographer does not want you to be nervous and uncomfortable, it shows in the image.

5) SCHEDULE SCHEDULED CALLS

Arrange to call someone you trust at specific times. Say, every hour, to say you’re okay and this is where you are …

6) BRING A COMPANION

Ask the photographer if you can bring someone to act as a chaperone. Different photographers have different shots of the presence of an escort. Many don’t like the idea of ​​multiple strangers in their studio with unsupervised access to their equipment. It is always good to ask. If they say no, you may be concerned.

IF YOU DECIDE NOT TO GO TO THE PHOTO-SHOOT

If for whatever reason you decide whose I want to get on with things, tell the photographer! You want to minimize the photographer’s time investment and potentially the money spent on this.

Other people may need to be informed, such as a makeup artist, hairdresser, and other support people. If you don’t tell them you’re not coming, they’ll see it as cheek at best, as an insult at worst. And it is possible that the photographer yet You have to pay the makeup artist, the hairdresser, the support people. The sooner I tell them, the better!

DOING YOUR HOMEWORK OUTSIDE COUNTRY

I recently filmed with a fantastic young woman earlier this summer. I approached her on the street, looking to fill a spot left by another last minute cancellation. The concept I presented was “under the covers making faces” … This involved the dubious situation of her coming to my hotel room for filming.

This lady did her homework. He checked my Facebook page, my website, he checked “the dirty ones” … he had an idea of ​​who I am and what I photograph. We set a time limit and she called a contact at specific intervals.

Because he had his security protocols in place, things went smoothly. She didn’t seem at all nervous. Shooting with her was fun and relaxed. And we communicate from time to time, hoping to arrange another session the next time I’m at his neck of the woods.

Everybody gets nervous for the first time

No matter who you shoot with, if you are new to modeling, you will have to deal with nervousness and discomfort. You are doing something new. But if this is something you really want, you will have to move on.

Discomfort shows that you are pushing your limits. VERY UNCOMPROMISING shows that you should probably get out of there. You have to take care of yourself. But it is respectful to make sure that others involved in this know what is going on. Once you are safe, of course.

Online resources

For more information on model safety, see:

Model Mayhem Education Page – http://www.modelmayhem.com/education

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