T R Willmitch

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I am a professional photographer with forty years in the field of photography and multi-media production.  My commercial experience ranges from portraiture to wedding, small product to architectural, and fashion to glamour photography. 

Over the years I have worked with a variety of Art Directors and advertising agencies, shooting for magazines and commercial catalogs.  I am now located in Central Illinois about two hours from Chicago.

I moderate both Model Mayhem’s Picture of the Day and Picture of the Day - Original Edition competitions.  These contests feature many of the site's finest photographers, makeup-artists, and models.

In addition to moderating the competitions, I am a multiple Picture of the Day gold- and silver-medal winner -- as well as an 18+ Picture of the Day gold-medal winner.  I also have a number of images showcased at One Model Place (OMP# 155610, please see the link above) and Model Brigade (MB# 101350).

Please feel free to write to me.  Having mentored many models and photogra- phers, I enjoy corresponding with sincere individuals regardless of their experience.



For Commercial Projects and Modeling Portfolios

I offer reasonable rates for commercial projects and modeling portfolio development.  Please feel free to write for prices or with questions regarding my commercial photographic work.

~ Tom Willmitch



About Makeup Artists 

I strongly prefer to use a professional makeup artist/hairstylist in my beauty, fashion, and glamour work (including for TFP/TFCD sessions).  You’ll find it amazing how a makeup artist can enhance your natural beauty and add that special something to your images.

If you plan to work with me or are in the Chicago area then I strongly recommend makeup artist/hairstylists Celestine McGee (MM# 1141266) or Little Miss Misha (MM# 641800).  Their work is stunning.

I also recommend hairstylist Diane Leach (MM# 730852), in Bloomington/Normal.  Her work is beautiful.

If you are in the Atlanta area then I strongly recommend Tracy Kay (MM# 393255), who has just moved there.  Her work is breathtaking.

Please contact either Celestine, Misha, Diane, Tracy Kay, or me for their availability and rates.  Each requires at least two weeks advance notice.




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