Can I demand a better photo shoot for modeling?

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I already paid. These photos are going on my portfolio. I look a hell of a lot better than this photo shoot snapped me.

http://www.flickr.com/photos/12725732@N06/1633434368/in/set-72157601880323895/

I'll ignore you pal

Here's better line up
click to enlarge.
I have an awesome body
but not in the photo shoot
I will not put a shirt on

http://www.flickr.com/photos/12725732@N06/sets/72157601880323895/

Sorry Antoni

Didn't know you were pro.

But actually I have very well defined abdominals and a 30 size waist. I shouldn't look so undefined at all.

Answer 1

FWIW,

The exposures don't look like they were exactly "rockin" to begin with, but also they look really over-processed to me. Some of the exposure issues my good friend Antoni noted may have to do with the photographer trying to max out the contrast in Photoshop or whatever other program he's using (actually, the outdoor shots look like Lightroom's direct-positive preset if I had to guess....). This might be because the photographer was trying to make up for inadequacies of the original exposures in post (such as the less-than-inspired lighting), but it may also be because he tried to get "artsy" in photoshop. If it is the latter case, the shoot images might be made better by having him go back and produce a less affected style of processing. This isn't to say they'll suddenly become Michael Grecco-quality.... but they may be *better.*

I generally avoid (and encourage models to avoid) overly stylized images for comp cards and such. This is about marketing YOU, the images are just packaging. The packaging should compliment, rather than distract from the product.

What you can "demand" is based entirely on what contract you signed. Regardless, I don't think these images are ideal for a building a modeling portfolio.

FWIW, a classic modeling comp card is typically a 5.5x8.5" card with one large headshot on one side, with 4 smaller images showcasing a varied set of "looks," which should all tell something different about what you have to offer. If you are interested in fitness modeling and the sort, a single shot specifically designed (esp lighting) to showcase your abs would be an example of one look. (This does not mean a picture of just your abs... this means a picture in which your abs are specifically showcased).

Answer 2

buddy your look is either right or not, thats it

put a shirt on and get a head shot next time

EDIT: unless your making gay porn a head shot is the norm, also a better attitude and humility will get you further than a six pack

EDIT2: you seem to be "holding: yourself funny, use the images if you must really headshots are the way........practice your poses and be more relaxed (easy to say i know).

if your look is what people want/need they will look pass lighting issues et cetera.

one body shot or 2 tops, then 2-3 headshots with differening looks/expresions should be fine.........alot of agents just want one head shot........they line up 20-30 hot young fellas and choose from the head shots, poppin veins and abs are taken as being there, the face is key....you have some looks going on but the right ones are key.......

i do wish you luck and hope you make it big - remember us funny looking people


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Answer 3

I wouldn't give up your day job, dear. You really are not quite particularly defined unless you really tighten up . . . then it looks like ... you really tighten up. You needs lots of body work unless you are going to model the latest tranny fashions.

I'll bet you are a real pain-in-the-butt to photographers and people in general. You give off those kinds of vibes. Antoni is spot-on about "humility".

Answer 4

Don't ignore Antoni - he's about as professional as it gets. Anything he says I would never argue with. You're better off taking his advice than ignoring it because he knows what he's talking about - more so than I do.

Answer 5

Did you sign anything giving up your liability to another shoot if the product (Photos) were not what they promised??

If yes - then yes you can

If no - then sorry but your stuck with them

Answer 6

sure