Semi-Professional Photographer with 20+ years of experience and 10 years in Fashion, Glamour and Fine Art Photography. I have held workshops and group shoots for over 8 years and have worked with 200+ models and 300+ photographers. I relocated back to the Milwaukee area from the East Coast in 2008 and am holding workshops and group shoots at studios in Milwaukee, Racine and Chicago, as well as some on location in AZ, FL and Mexico. Although many of the images on this portfolio are nude, that is only a fraction of the styles that are shot at the workshops and group shoots that we hold. I have had a chance to meet and work with many top models and photographers, as well as some very promising up and coming ones. It is through this collective pool of talent that has helped make us into a well recognized and respected organization. For a wider representation of my personal images and style, please see my other portfolio under Artistic Impressions, MM# 83862.
WORKSHOPS/ GROUP SHOOTS- Over the EIGHT YEARS of my holding Workshops/ Group Shoots, my workshops formats and styles have evolved to attempt to keep pace with current trends and conditions. I do not strive to be the "biggest" or even the "best"but I do strive to make our events organized , professional and an enjoyable experience for photogrpahers and models alike. It is my hope we will attract a high caliber of photographers and models to our events that are both serious and congenial. My workshops are now primarily ONE MODEL WORKSHOPS in the Midwest,These are structured as one hour 1:1s sessions with individual photographers; A great combination that allows great images for models and photographers in a fun, professional and safe environment. I am planing a few multi model model events in the near future. The out of area events on Arizona, Florida and Mexico will feaure mulitle models.
TRAVELING MODELS-If you are traveling to or through the Chicago/ Milwaukee area-please contact me in advance. There are almost 200 photographers in my Photography Workshop Group from IL, IN, and WI so I may be able to organize a paid shoot or workshop for you with some reasonable notice. These are usually held on Sundays. I can be of help in getting some additional paid shoots for you and I can occasionally offer accommodations/ meals in my home for a few days if we are going to work together. I do expect the courtesy of your setting aside time for a shoot of reasonable length while you are here (2-3 hours) . I expect this to be treated as a priority early in your stay; not a short "quickie" the day you are leaving. If I am holding a group shoot or workshop for you, I am happy to provide references of other visiting models that have stayed but I insist on a "drama free "zone .
LOCAL AREA MODELS
I often use local area models in my group shoots and workshops and am on the look for new "fresh faces". I occasionally am available to help with portfolio development if you are serious and interested in pursuing modeling as a part time or full time career. I am willing to do a TF portfolio shoot with you if you have potential. Please send me a PRIVATE MESSAGE, along with a contact phone #.
ESCORTS- Escorts are welcome to drop you off, meet me, check out where you'll be shooting, and then come back after the shoot to pick you up. Great shoots are great because an intimate bond forms during the shoot. Best intentions aside, an escort inhibits both artists on some level - even if it's minor - dousing that special spark that can make a good image great. This applies to my TFP/ TEST Shoots and Group Shoots and Workshops. It prevents the connection between photographer and model that great images come from. Please NO EXCEPTIONS! This applies to personal shoots/ group shoots and workshops.
REFERENCES-I have worked with well over 200 models and well over 300 photographers, many which are linked on my profiles. My TOP 12 are some that I have had good experiences with. I am very happy to provide you with any information you need so feel free to contact me. I attempt to hold well organized and well run workshops and group shoots in an upscale setting with top models and provide a pleasant shooting environment for photographers and models alike. You will find me courteous, cooperative and professional. I try to treat everyone with dignity and respect and expect the same in return. My TOP 12 FRIENDS include some that I have worked with at my workshops/ group shoots and have hosted as well. My personal portfolio is on :
Personal Portfolio:
http://www.modelmayhem.com/83862
To join my Meet Up Photography Group, Great Lakes Workshops, please click on the link below. It is FREE and you will be advised of ALL of our current and future events:
http://www.meetup.com/photo-813/
UPCOMING EVENTS:
Sunday, March 4, 2012
Mini Workshop with Sylvie Noir
Studio 1006
Milwaukee, WI
http://www.modelmayhem.com/po.php?thread_id=816910
March 30-April 1, 2012
Arizona Desert Shoot
Phoenix, AZ
http://www.modelmayhem.com/po.php?thread_id=814446
May 4-6. 2012
South Florida Beach Shoot
Ft. Lauderdale, FL
http://www.modelmayhem.com/po.php?thread_id=813567
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