Harry Chow

Welcome.  I want to welcome you to my Model Mayhem portfolio.  My name is Harry Chow, I am a San Francisco, CA photographer.  Photography has been a passion of mine since 2000.  I have taken various photography classes/workshops and enjoyed every moment of it.  I am always striving to improve on my photography.  I like to work with "like-minded" people(i.e. photographers and models) in order to learn and grow as a photographer.  For 2009, I am looking even more forward to make some great images.
 
Type of photographic genres that I am looking to do for 2009: headshots, candids, casual, fashion, business, and athletic attires.  I am also interested in doing night shots.
 
TFP/CD.  For 2009, I am looking to work with models who are interested in "partnering up" to make images.  I like to especially to work with models who are new/beginners.  Hey, all of us were beginners at one time.  TFP/CD are very beneficial for both the models and photographers.  It is the best way to get great images for our respective portfolios and for the model's to be comfortable in front of the camera.
 
Paid assignments.  I am always looking to hire models to photograph.  Out-of-town models are especially encourage to apply.  The pay scale will depend on the following: 1) experience in front of the camera, 2) that "look" that would enhance my portfolio.  For paid assignments, I do require a pre-photo shoot meeting.  Either by phone or meeting for coffee.  If you cannot do one of these requirements, please do not contact me looking for paid work.  Preparation is very important in doing any photo shoot.  There is NO SUBSTITUTION.
 
Requirements(both TFP/CD and paid assignments).  1) I prefer to work with models that are at least 18 years of age or over, 2) any models that I work with must provide a valid picture ID (i.e. driver's license, passport, or military ID before any photoshoot, 3) willing to sign a model release, and 4) contact phone number (cell#) sometimes it is a lot easier to speak by phone as oppose to exchanging emails between us.  I only call if it is important (i.e. running late, cancelling the photoshoot).   

I want to thank you for taking the time to read my profile and viewing my portfolio.  There is so much that I want to say, but I will leave it at another time.  I will do my best to update my portfolio and profile when time allows.  I encourage all viewers to please take a look and my MM portfolio and to leave a tag as well.  I like to see your portfolio as well as leaving a tag/comment.  I always love to look at photos. 
 
Peace,
 
Harry
(posted on October 7th, 2009)