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Last activity: Nov 16, 2009
Joined: Oct 06, 2008


Tom McElvy

Male
Virginia Beach, Virginia
Images by Tom

Mayhem #835694
Photographer


MM URL: http://www.modelmayhem.com/tommcelvy

About me
ALL images are copyrighted and may not copied, modified or used in part or whole without expressed written consent.

NEWS FLASH!
There is a new blog online that I hope will entertain and enlighten both photographers and models alike.  Please drop by http://everydaynudes.blogspot.com Thanks for your support!

Many of my images can be seen at at:
http://fineartamerica.com/marketing/LogoFineArtAmericaPhotograph.jpg

"The one important thing I have learned over the years is the difference between taking one's work seriously and taking one's self seriously. The first is imperative and the second is disastrous." -- Margot Fonteyn

New Models:  Read this blog if you do nothing else!
http://blog.patyuen.com/lessons/mmhelp01/

If you live in Hampton Roads VA, please drop by our Glamour Photography Yahoo Group at http://tech.groups.yahoo.com/group/HRGl … otography/
We would love to work with you (Open to both models and photogs!)


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Hello, and THANKS for dropping in!  First and foremost, thank you for viewing my profile/portfolio.  I really appreciate your time!!

I am passionate about photography.  I am an accomplished, published, award-winning photographer. You can also see some more of my work at the link above.  I love spending time out with my camera. It usually accompanies me everywhere I go.

My goal here at MM is to increase not only my personal portfolio, but to (hopefully) add to the portfolios of some of the incredible models here.  I enjoy fine-art photography, and am particularly fond of portrait, glamour and boudior work.

I am hoping to (continue) reshaping my photographic style, and I am studying some of the masters:  Helmut Newton, Man Ray, Erwin Blumenfeld, Nan Goldin, Cindy Sherman and Jill Posener, to name a few.  Each offers a lot to learn and build on.

Why Me? And Other Stuff!
I believe that all photoshoots are a collaboration between Model and Photographer. We should be able to create some great images if we put our minds to work!

I am a photographer who treasures feminine beauty and expresses it in images with refined sensuality and elegance.  I am always interested in new models and the creation of unique images. Let me know if you might be interested.

I will work with models on a TFFD basis to help them build their portfolios.  Oh, what is TFFD?  It is TFFD = time for flash drive (you need to always have a flash drive, aka a thumb drive, with some  free space on it for your pictures, in your purse or bags).  I don't with CDs!!  They're a pain in the butt to work with, expensive, they are slow, and are so 2003...!  Flash drives are really cheap now, I got an 8GB for $24 recently....holds a boatload of pics, so go grab one! But, if we do a LOT of shooting, a CD will be made.. smile

All models that work with me receive usage rights of the images we produce (I retain the © unless we make other arrangements).  From our shoot they receive high res jpg file of every snap of the shutter downloaded to their flash drive.  All I require from the model in return is a signed, standard  model release.  That's not so bad, is it??

If you want to shoot with me - please let me know.  My schedule ALWAYS has openings!

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A WORD ABOUT NUDITY & IMPLIED NUDITY:
I enjoy shooting nudes, implied nudes, boudior and glamour.  However, I will never push this on anyone.  If your profile says "NO" then I will respect that...and any other limits you may have. 

I see the body human as a work of art and understand there are many, many creative ways to display it in a manner that can be breathtaking and visually stunning in images, either  nude, implied or clothed.  I am tasteful in all of my work, and you can see it in my photos here, or for a larger selection, check out my site above.

Please don't think that because I shoot nudes and implied nudes that it means that is all I have an interest in...it's not! Please don't be so closed minded.  I ONLY WANT TO SHOOT WITH WHAT YOU ARE COMFORTABLE WITH.

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ABOUT PLUS-SIZED MODELS

"The definition of a curve? The loveliest distance between two points."
~ Mae West

(and I happen to like curves!)

I have heard that there are photographers who will not shoot with models unless they are twigs...thin and of the so-called" "perfect model" such as those size 0 girls you see on Project Runway and the like.

NOT HERE!  If you are a model, or want to be a model, I will be glad to take pics of you.  Size 0 or Size 26, there are many women out there who are beautiful, in all shapes and sizes.  My last wife was a size 18, and was stunningly beautiful (IMHO - see the pic "Virginia Gothic" in my port.)  So, forget your size and let's make some pictures!

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Now, let's start making some incredible photos...!!

Credits
MM models I have had the pleasure of working with:
Carly of Virginia MM# 887201
Morbid Meli MM# 1077316
Jenn Mango MM# 765049
Terra Morgan MM# 1245244
Ellie Retrophilia MM# 656706

My work has appeared in or on, or exhibited at:
Richmond Main Library 2nd Floor Gallery (2005)
Virginia Beach Central Library Gallery (2006)
The Virginian-Pilot (print) (1973)
Richmond Times-Dispatch (print) (1972)
TCC Times (Staff photographer & writer)(2009-curent)

Lists
Curvey and Sexy   52 pics
Models I Would Like To Work With before I Die!   12 pics
My Photos On Model's Sites   2 pics
Super Sensual, Seductive & Sexy Shots   57 pics
Tom Thinks These Are Naughty - And Likes Them!   25 pics
Tom's List of KILLER Photos   84 pics


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Tom McElvy has 111 friends.
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Leese
Model
2009-08-24 09:55:00
Thanks so much for the lists! Great work here!
DramaPics
Photographer
2009-08-01 09:56:03
Thanks for adding me! If you ever want to contact me, best way is through my email wually at yahoo dot com. Also use yahoo chat a lot - just introduce yourself if u add me

Ally
Ellie Retrophilia
Model
2009-06-29 08:23:23
Thank you for the wonderful opportunity to work with the group. I had a blast! The shoot was a very positive and wonderful experience.

~Ellie
Nicole E Tinnon
Model
2009-06-28 11:13:01
Tom Thank you for the FR, and lovely compliments! Love your work!
MorbidMeli
Model
2009-06-28 07:54:51
Thank you! It was great working with you, too. I had a lot of fun :)
Terra R Morgan
Model
2009-06-27 12:45:45
I had a great time today! I hope we can do it again soon.

Terra Morgan
Piratica
Model
2009-05-30 01:07:10
thank you for the picture comment :) i love your work! x
-Samanatha
Model
2009-05-29 09:49:46
ThanQ for the listing!! Great port!! <3
Leese
Model
2009-05-29 04:33:51
Hi Tom! Thanks for the list and cropping by! Nice port!
Stax
Model
2009-05-28 21:28:07
Thank you for the list - love your work!

Stax
Amanda Salimbeni
Model
2009-05-28 07:46:05
That sounds great!!! You do great work. Keep in touch and keep up the good work!
sharpshots photography
Photographer
2009-05-28 05:05:04
Thanks for the thoughtfull tag Tom. I appreciate it.

James P Monahan
Photographer
2009-05-24 20:05:09
Hey Tom... just a quick hello! Hope all is going well.
Josh -The Dohnst-
Model
2009-05-10 19:59:10
great work
Hopeto shoot soon
Josh ~The Dohnst~
outsidetheboxphotograph
Photographer
2009-05-04 16:40:35
Thanks for the Listing...as I recover, these kind of things really helly help..Thanks!!

Bob
Luna-bella
Model
2009-03-30 15:26:00
Thank You So Much Tom For The Compliment, I Sould Be There In VA Beach On April 16th, I'll Send You An Inbox Message In a Few Mins :)

TTYL
Luna~
Leila Berney
Photographer
2009-03-22 05:47:56
naw thanks so much for that kind comment.. i hope you'll be seeing more of me around too =) x
Bianca Laura
Model
2009-03-18 04:45:27
Thank you! Lovely port, keep it up!
Eric Just - Photography
Photographer
2009-03-17 06:10:35
Thank you for the nice words!
model-BitterSweet
Model
2009-03-16 11:36:33
Thank you!
ShonaM
Model
2009-03-15 21:01:56
Hey - thanks so much for the pic comment - he is an excellent photographer :)

Namaste
Maria
Twisted Mermaid
Model
2009-03-15 15:49:07
Thank you for the comments :)

Twisted Mermaid

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Asha D
Model
2009-03-15 15:28:50
thank you :)
Luna-bella
Model
2009-03-14 15:47:50
Thank You Tom For The Photo Comment :)

Thanks,
luna~
Creative Illusi
Photographer
2009-03-14 10:02:50
Hi Tom....I just wanted to stop by and say hello and tell you how great your port looks. You have some killer images and beautiful models. It's obviously that you put a lot of thought, hard work and care into your work. Keep it up, I can't wait to see your new images.
samantha 93
Model
2009-03-14 06:27:24
Thanks for the pic comment:)
Curvy Krista
Model
2009-03-08 08:06:49
Thank you!
Earth Bound Art
Photographer
2009-02-28 04:44:56
Thank you Tom!
Kari B
Model
2009-02-23 14:42:04
love your work!
James P Monahan
Photographer
2009-02-21 18:48:08
Hey Tom.... well thank you for the compliments. Are you a grad of NYIP?
You have a nice port as well.
If you are ever in the Tampa area by all means let me know. I'll send my cell in an email.
jim

outsidetheboxphotograph
Photographer
2009-02-21 06:22:23
Thanks for the listing!! Public flashing is a way I relax during or following a shoot...Model willing!! It's done just for laughs and ART has nothing to do with it..at least not when I do it!!
John Warner
Photographer
2009-02-21 06:12:28
thanks :O)
Zadie
Model
2009-02-16 11:54:01
Thanks for stopping by!!! Love your work, very nice!!!! XOXO Zadie
evelinebienko
Model
2009-02-14 16:22:56

Thank you very much for the image comment, love. :)!


I INVITE : www.evelinebienko.eu
Tazz Anderson Photos
Photographer
2009-02-13 09:39:52
Just stopping in to say hello my friend...I hope all is well with you in your corner of the world! Take care.
FemArt
Photographer
2009-02-11 11:23:01
Thanks Tom,
I love your work and choice of models as well. Continue creating ART,
Jeff
Michaela McReynolds
Model
2009-01-31 11:39:48
sure =)
let me know any time when you wanna shoot! i usually have work all weekend and class monday and wednesday at 7pm but i'm free any other time.
RonChez
Photographer
2009-01-29 07:48:36
Thank you for your comment. One note, there was no conversion as it was shot with film. All my B&W is film based.
Nicole Grande
Model
2009-01-13 18:59:34
Thanks for the photo comment :P
xx
Arno_ra
Model
2009-01-10 16:01:12
Thank you very much for the comment
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