Model Matters > models,dont do this...
(Excerps from MM thread_id=77473)
first-part by: Mary Female, MUA
http://www.modelmayhem.com/member.php?id=1958
don't eat while we are doing makeup
don't take smoke breaks, you smell when you come back, the clothes smell
too.
don't answer your phone while workiing...Hello! you are WORKING! You
are not running a country, nothing is that important.
don't show up with greasy hair or roots that need coloring (YUCK, it's
so gross)
don't ask me to change anything or tell me how you like your makeup
(unless you are paying me and thats unlikely)
be on time.... our time is money and we all get paid while we sit and
wait on you, unless you're a supermodel, you're not worth waiting for.
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These things are so simple, why is it that so many models need to be
reminded of this? isn't this common sense? Agency models rarely commit
these sins but unfortunately clients sometimes use non-agency "models"
and 9 times out of 10 they just are not professional.
if youre a webmodel that does nothing but TFP, I don't care what you do
but when you are being paid you need to act like a pro.
Sep 20 06 01:09 pm
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SINched I'll add to the list:
Wear clear deodorant so you don't stain the clothes.
Shave/wax/trim whatever you need to before the shoot.
Sep 20 06 01:34 pm
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Chris Ross
Popping out for a smoke break and coming in is about the same as
somebody popping into the toilet for a bit and coming out smelling like
shit for the afternoon, not pretty.
Sep 20 06 01:41 pm
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Cardillo Photography
Here is a list of the tips that I send to models that I will be working with
Tips for a model with an upcoming shoot
1) Arrive at the shoot on time or even a bit early. If you are late,
this will take away from the time allotted for the shoot. This could
also make it feel like the shoot is being rushed.
2) Get plenty of rest the day before the shoot. Get a good night's
sleep. This will keep you from looking tired during the shoot.
3) Keep jewelry to a minimum. Seeing the same necklace with different
outfits takes away from the impact of the images. I ask that jewelry be
used in 1 set of pictures, or better still, not in any of them. This is
true of watches also.
4) Try to wear solid colors. Nothing detracts from a model's face or
figure more than an outfit covered in busy patterns and prints.
5) Make sure that your outfits fit well. While this seems obvious, too
many times I have heard of a model wearing ill-fitting clothes that do
nothing, but divert from the attention of the portfolio viewer.
Swimsuits should fit snug, with no gaps showing when you move. They
shouldn't be too tight.
6) Please make sure that the swimsuits you will be wearing cover up any
tan lines that you might have. A suit that is too small for your tan
lines will result in undesirable photos.
7) If you plan on using a roll-on or solid deodorant, please use a clear
one not a white solid. Or even better use a spray deodorant. A solid
can leave a residue that can be seen or get on clothing.
8) If you are having skin problems, such as sunburn or peeling from
sunburn, please call and reschedule.
9) Regarding makeup: Bring several colors and styles of makeup. Try to
keep makeup light and but not overdone. Be prepared to change makeup
styles during the shoot, you do not want to get locked into one look.
10) Bring examples and/or tear sheets from magazines. We can try to
simulate or copy from them. They also give a good idea of what you want
to try and do.
11) Come to the shoot wearing loose fitting clothing. This will
minimize tight clothing lines and marks. If at all possible wear the
smallest undergarments you have or wear none at all. Smaller garments
make smaller lines that might be able to be covered up.
12) Please trim or shave private areas the day before the shoot in order
to avoid stubble or razor rash. For underarm areas, you might try to
use some kind of hair removal cream that is designed for underarm or
bikini areas. Either way, you should bring a razor and some soap or
cream just in case.
Sep 20 06 01:54 pm
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Mary
re: smoking on the shoot ...
makeup artists have to be in your face...Photographers dont. Trust me,
if you smoke you stink.
as for nerves quieted by smoking ....
If modeling makes you that nervous it may not be the job for you.
to add....... When you are wearing clothing brought in by a stylist
you'll be in heaps of trouble for smoking in them or putting them on a
body that reaks of smoke....
Mary
in addition to my rant....I used to smoke, I did for many years, I didnt
know I stunk because I was so used to it....nobody told me I smelled
because people are too nice...I know now how bad I smelled to everyone
around me...when I smoked my senses were dulled to this stench
Sep 20 06 02:08 pm
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