A NOTE ON FRIEND REQUESTS:
Sorry, I can't keep up with them all! Please message me if you're interested in working with me.
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**NOTICES**
-11.2.12 - I currently have very little time for TF* (approximately 1 shoot per month) and am being very selective about who I work with. However I am still available for paid work if you would like to work with me (VERY reasonable rates- see below).
If you have a particular creative/artistic idea and I love your style, or you are (or are working with) a clothing designer, then I may be able to squeeze in some TF so do ask- what's the worst that can happen? (to steal a phrase off Penny Dreadful #88712)
-10.1.12 - PHOTOGRAPHERS - I've decided that joining ZIVITY would be beneficial. If we arrange to do TF together (or have done so in the past), let me know if you'd be interested in putting the set(s) on Zivity so we can both earn some money from our work.
http://www.zivity.com/
- 22.12.11 I really want to model LATEX. Let me know if you're an interested designer (or know one). TF.
- 14.12.11 I currently have dark forest green hair.
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INFO
I am an alternative model with almost 3 years regular experience (started in March 2009). My primary genres are alternative fashion, gothic, art, fetish, life drawing and experimental but I am open to almost any style from mainstream to extreme (see below for levels).
Another area I would like to go into is video and/or film work including acting and dancing, and I have done some already (see credits section below).
I look young for my age- most people guess my age as being about 24. I put this down to not smoking, hardly drinking and keeping fit and healthy.
I take an active part in gothic and alternative subcultures including traditional, steampunk and cyber/industrial, attending events, festivals and club nights, sometimes reviewing them too. I DJ at Continuum Gothic Music Night in York. I also compose dark music in various genres- if interested see
http://soundcloud.com/crimson-eden/sets
LOCATION & TRAVEL:
I am based in YORK, UK and regularly travel to Durham and Hull. This means that Leeds, Newcastle, Sheffield and Manchester are all within easy reach. York is in fact one of the best-connected cities in the UK- both Edinburgh and London are easy train journeys.
I can normally pay my own travel (or at least some of it) for TF shoots, depending on how far away they are. If my costs are covered, I am willing to travel practically anywhere. I get 1/3 off rail travel as I am a mature student, and can sometimes pick up advanced rail tickets for a very small amount if far enough in advance. My boyfriend can also sometimes drive me to shoots (if they fall on certain weekends/evenings), and knows a lot of amazing derelict locations as he is an experienced Urbexer (Urban Explorer).
AVAILABILITY:
Daytime: Tuesdays, Weekends
Evenings: Monday-Thursday, some weekends
RATES:
£10 per hour
except:
Lingerie/Fetish/Implied Nude - negotiable depending on nature of shoot, but normally £15 per hour
In addition to the above, my travel expenses need to be covered. I get 1/3 off all rail fares with my railcard (I'm a mature student) and often take the bus when it is cheaper than the train. I may bring a chaperone (see below) but they won't need any expenses covering.
TF:
If I particularly love your style then I will work for just photos, otherwise, TF should fall into one or more of the following categories:
- promotional work for businesses e.g. corsetry (tightlacer), clothing, latex, accessories, hair pieces/falls, bands etc.
- work that will be published
- work in exchange for clothing, footwear or accessories
- shooting one of my ideas- normally I will select the creative team for this.
CHAPERONES:
I may (but not always) bring a chaperone to a shoot, and this is normally my boyfriend. He is a very quiet and well-behaved person, is not interfering and will do useful things when required such as hold reflectors and light stands, carry things, help me get up to very high places etc. I can get you references from photographers of his chaperone-worthiness if you require! He also has other uses if required- he knows many fantastic derelict locations all over the place if you get stuck for location ideas, and can also do some basic shibari (ropework) and is learning more, in case you were after that!
LEVELS:
Up to and including IMPLIED NUDITY. The only time I will go further is for drawing/painting (no photography) when I will go up to full nudity, but no open leg. I have no other limits as such except that I will not shoot glamour or porn.
BODY MODS:
8 piercings - all in ears. These are: 2 x un-stretched lobes, 2 x stretched lobes (4mm & 5mm), 1 x un-stretched cartilage, 1 x stretched cartilage (2mm), 1 x industrial (2 holes). All can be removed and you hardly notice the stretches when removed. No tattoos.
CALENDAR OF CONFIRMED BOOKINGS:
22nd February - Life modelling at York St. John University
1st March and weekly for 8 weeks - Sculpture modelling at Space 109
28th April - Dave Charsley #242950
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FULL PORTFOLIO
You can see much more of my work here:
http://www.facebook.com/photos.php?id=161265577228436
- modelling website under construction -
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SO WHY HIRE ME/WORK WITH ME?
- I am a friendly, pleasant person and always give my best. I do not have an "ego".
- I have a professional attitude to my work, even when the shoot is TF*.
- Although I am serious about my work, I know how to have a laugh as well.
- I have never cancelled a shoot, and I will NEVER no-show. I also expect the same in return (unless you have a VERY good reason for cancelling!).
- I love experimenting with strange/wacky/creative ideas. This includes artistic fetish (no porn) and a myriad of other crazy ideas. I will get muddy, wet, freezing cold and uncomfortable for your idea in order to achieve fantastic results!
- I have a very large and varied wardrobe including various kinds of gothic, vintage, hippy, formal, classic and casual clothing and accessories so I am more than likely to have several items suitable for the shoot you have in mind. If I don't, I may well be able to acquire them (and if any models or photographers fancy borrowing any visit my Raeven's Rags profile:
http://www.modelmayhem.com/1895118). The majority of my portfolio is self-styled.
- I'm quite physically strong and have very good balance. I have also been told that my top half (arms, shoulders etc.) is very flexible. I am always up for trying uncomfortable positions, and I get regular practise at holding the same position for a long time as I am a life model.
- I am slim yet curvy (27" waist, 39" hip measurement) and can get a very curvy silhouette from a corset. I can tightlace to 23". I would love to model corsetry for designers, HINT HINT!
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WHAT I EXPECT FROM YOU
TF* WORK:
- For TFP and TFCD: High quality images, received within two months of the shoot (unless AGREED otherwise e.g. heavy creative editing), which are large enough for me to print A4. I will use these in my physical portfolio.
- To be credited as the model (Raeven Irata) wherever the images appear, whenever possible.
PAID WORK:
- What will be required of me during the shoot and what rate I will be paid for this to be finalised before I agree to do the shoot.
ALL SHOOTS, paid or otherwise:
- Clear details as to what is required i.e. what I need to bring, whether I need to do my own hair or makeup, what (if any) wardrobe and/or accessories/props will be provided, and the theme(s) of the shoot. This is so I can make sure I bring what is appropriate, and do my makeup and hair (if needed) in the correct style. If I am not given these details I will just choose what to bring/do myself.
- Clear details about where and when we are meeting and the location(s) of the shoot finalised as soon as is possible.
- No cancellations or postponements to the shoot without a very good excuse.
That is all! I am sure you can manage that?
If any of the above is a problem for you according to the type of shoot (TF* or paid) then I am afraid I would prefer not to work with you. I do give references to other models, and recommend those whom I have had a good experience working with. Likewise, I am honest if I have had a bad experience.
The two things that annoy me most are:
a) people cancelling- the closer to the shoot date it is, the more annoying and inconvenient it is
b) photographers taking FOREVER to get me the promised full-sized TF images so I have to keep badgering them (is two months really such hard work?).
DON'T LET THIS BE YOU!
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TESTIMONIALS
LIFE MODELLING:
Hull Art Circle:
"Philippa has been an excellent model, pleasant manner and professional attitude to her modelling, my fellow artists and I would highly recommend her, she is also very reliable, unfortunately for us she has now moved away from Hull."
PHOTOGRAPHY MODELLING:
Draconian Artworks #507515
"Had the pleasure of working with Raeven on location in Durham. She has excellent communications, was at the right location at the right time with a good array of costumes.
As for the shoot itself Raeven grabbed onto it with both hands and gave her all.
Proved very capable of putting herself into the required role, interacting with props and surroundings with ease and can leap through the air like a steam powered jet. A job well done"
Dark Romantics #589523:
"Raeven is a fantastic model to work with. She photographs well, poses excellently, follows direction and has plenty of ideas herself and genuinely wants to create interesting works.
But perhaps the best thing about Raeven, the thing I look for in all the models I work with, is her willingness to go the extra mile, try things out, no matter how silly/nasty/messy, and to do so with a smile.
It's that attitude that for me is essential in any model and Raeven has it in spades."
Will Wilkinson #1724907:
"Great to work with, had a most creative day with Raeven working on one of her ideas in the morning and one of mine in the afternoon. Full of ideas and very artistic. I'll be working with her whenever I get the chance, just a pity she's so far away from me - over 150 miles, but I'll happily drive it again to work with her."
Lensman Mike (not on MM):
Pip is meticulous in her preparation, generous with her time, and professional in her demeanour.
She both takes direction well and contributes constructively throughout a shoot in a positive and enthusiastic manner.
A wonderful disposition and a pleasure to work with.
Paul Webster #491907:
I worked with Raeven recently. She is an excellent model to work with. Full of ideas and willing to try different things. Good communication before the shoot, great wardrobe as well. Definitely recommended.
Henry the Artist #1187078:
Raeven is a fantastic model to work with. She is very professional and able to adapt to the requirements of any shoot. I look forward to working with her again
Aesir Rey Creative #723180:
Pip is a fun, energetic model who helps contribute to ideas and bring a lovely vibe to shoots. Pleasure to work with.
Aceaspades #1009086:
Had a great shoot with pip full of ideas takes direction well yet gives direction too,some good images came from our shoot...A+ to Raeven Irata, book her.
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