Stella Felino

**Now booking for the remainder of June and beginning of July**

IMPORTANT: I will be out of the country visiting London from the 12th of June until the 19th of June. If you live there, Contact me on here!

Why I Model:
I enjoy modeling for the sake of provoking emotion and wonder. I want to help explore creating alternative realities and moods through expression, costume, makeup, and lighting. I want to make artistic ideas tangible by working in cooperation with photographers and other creative minds. I want the resulting photos to be less about me and more about a story they tell.

Experience:
My past experience has been mainly for fashion and portrait shots and I would like to expand to other areas. I am open to discussing any ideas and look forward to working with a wide variety of people from different backgrounds.

I also have experience with shooting and developing film in the darkroom. Because I no longer have the luxury of lab space I want to stay as involved in photography as possible, even if it is now in front of the lens. I understand the photographers perspective and I believe this has given me more patience and flexibility as a model.

Goals:
Most of my past photos have been centered around dark/gothic work. I would like to branch out into other areas and explore a more diverse range of environments. I am interested in everything from fashion to abstract work. I would really like to experiment with recreating time periods and vintage looks either with the aid of costumes and makeup or different film effects. Anyone who still has the patience and motivation to create magic in the darkroom has my respect and awe.

Standards:
At this time I am not shooting nudes. This is not negotiable, especially since I am looking to do TFP/CD. The human body is a beautiful form, and I have a lot of respect for fine art nudes, and the models who work hard to keep themselves in shape; but I am not currently interested in this type of work.

I also believe in open communication and cooperation between the model and photographer before, throughout, and after the shoot. I prefer to discuss ideas before a shoot so that no one's time will be wasted.
I commit myself to quality performance and product and I believe the photographer should as well. I am willing to devote as much time to a shoot as is needed and will notify of any cancellations at least 48hrs in advance if any issues should arise.

Most importantly I shoot because it is something I enjoy. I want to have fun during a shoot and I have been told I am comfortable to work with. I take direction well and I want to work with you to create the best product possible.

I understand how difficult it is to make a living as an artist, but I am currently unable to pay for shoots. Respectively, I do not expect monetary compensation. CD's with raw images are appreciate though and credit is ALWAYS given if photos are used.

Please feel free to contact me with any questions.

Also, just a note, my hair is all natural in all photos, no hair extensions. It is about 3ft+ long and also natural in color.

Location:
I spend 3 days of the week in Gainesville, FL and the other 4 days in Orlando, FL near the Disney World Resort area. I am available to shoot in either location.

People whom I’d love to work with: (no particular order)

Philip Warner – Lithium Picnic Photography
Mojokiss
(Ashley) Lady Bates - Lady Bates Photography
Joe Traina – Joe Traina Photography
Travis Kelley - Shear Terror Hair Designs
Bobby Ray  - Bobby Ray Art/Photography
Hunter – Head Hunter Art/Photography
Victoria Zeoli – Fit the Frame Photography
Heath – Mind Warp Images
Robert Coury – Robert Coury Photography/MUA
Tom Eitnier – Kool Girlie Stuff Film Photography
Emilia Maria – Emilia Maria Photography and MUA
Tara Koenke - Tara Koenke Photography
Joe Oliveira – Joe Oliveira Photography
Samantha Yeakle - Samantha Yeakle Photography
Meg Schutz – Meg Schutz Photography
Patrick Hoelck - Patrick Hoelck Photography
Neil Nakahara  - Frizzy Cube Photography
Maya Guez – Maya Guez Photography
Jeffery Scott – Factory 1019 Photography
Mark Velasquez - Mark Velasquez Photography   
Alexandra – MUD by Alexandra
Kelly Ann Maresco. – Model, Photography, MUA
Cat Melnyk - Cat Melnyk Photography
Nathaniel Goldstock – Goldstock Photography
C'Ellis Raboteau – Model and Photographer
Megan Carrie – Just the Girl Next Door Photography