I am a St. Louis-based photographer and started my business in July of 2007. Since then, my work has been published both locally and nationally. My work background includes 8 years of NYC advertising experience on both the media and account management side. My clients have included Procter & Gamble, Upjohn, Pan American Airlines, Xerox and MCI.
There is an old advertising quip that says that all Ad Execs are really just frustrated Creatives. While this may very well be true about me, there is no doubt that my advertising experience has had a strong influence on how I view people, places and things with my camera. My style is more casual and editorial in nature.
In addition, I also try and be aware of what it is like to be on the other side of the lens. I am a contract photographer for a local talent agency in St. Louis as well as one of their models. I have appeared in trade publications and television.
For me, there is a difference between someone who is serious about modeling and someone who just wants pretty pictures of themselves. In my book, serious models, regardless of appearances, are the ones who make a solid commitment to work, show up and then get the job done. These are the models with whom I want to associate and work. They are also the models that I will try to place in or recommend for paid work or tear sheet opportunities.
I lease warehouse space in St. Louis for my studio, but I prefer working with models outdoors under natural light conditions.
I ask all models to sign to provide legal photo identification prior to shooting and sign the American Society of Media Photographers (AMSP) model release form that I use.
I will work with models under the age of 18 if a parent or legal guardian gives his/her permission, signs my release and is present during the shoot.
I am not sympathetic to unexcused no-shows or last minute cancellations.
Additionally, I do welcome any escort or companion that any model wishes to bring to a location, but he/she/they are not welcome to take an active role in the shoot unless invited to do so.
I have not asked any of the models with whom I have worked for references, but I certainly would not hesitate to suggest that they be contacted if anyone wants know more about their working experience with me. |
