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I was thinking of hosting an group shoot in Albion, MI. It would probably be late July /August. Possibly a 2 day shoot if it would help get some out of state interest. Snacks and Beverages would be provided as well as changing areas and well lit areas for hair and makeup. There will also be wardrobe styling available, although in some cases a small fee may be requested. Lights and backdrops etc. may be brought. Lunch can also be provided if enough people would like, from a variety of places for a few dollars per person. Hours would probably be between 10:00 - 8:00 - 10- 9:00. With advance notice I might be able to let you in for set up as early as 9:40. Albion is 53 miles from Lansing, 54 miles from Ann Arbor, 95 miles from Detroit , 98 miles from Windsor, 103 miles from Fort Wayne, 106 miles from Toledo, and Amtrak makes daily trips to and from Chicago. If anyone would need a ride from the airport or Amtrak station I'm sure it could be arranged. There are also several hotels in the area. The cost would probably be $25.00 per person per day at door / $20.00 prepay Or $50.00 for both days / $40.00 prepay for both days for models & photographers. I ask that MUAs /hairstylists /wardrobe stylists/ designers planning on charging a kit fee please contact me so we could discuss your entrance fee. Those providing services tfp would get in free. Due to the nature of the building I'm going to say in general no nudes (although I think body paint / implied may be acceptable in some areas), and no bondage. However there may be exceptions, if you think your shoot merits one, contact me and I'll see what I can do. Despite this general rule I'm saying models must be over 18 to save photographers any hassle, and must have a form of ID. Because of space the most we could have is 45 models and 35 photographers each day. (I'm allowing for stylists, assistants in this number.) These are photos of the primary location, outdoors and first floor. The renovation of the basement will be complete by August as well, so that will also be available. I have contacts on the board of directors so I can probably get better ones sans tables once I confirm with them.       *Also as it gets darker I can turn the ceiling lamps into black lights on in some areas... (I thought it was worth note) If there is enough interest I may open up the ballroom/theatre/runway area of my mother's boutique for one of the days ( a former Masonic temple) which is less than a block away, (just follow the sidewalk). I have contacts within the chamber of commerce and all business groups in town so I may be able to get shooting access to a third location as well. outside boutique:  Let me know if there's interest (and for what dates), also if you know the dates to MI / OH August group shoots. Interested : Staff: Alex N #222108 / asterope #530343 Photographers: Jose G Photo #250362 Starrynight Photography #700860 Timothy Nolan #3574 Didoszak Photography #538368 Frozen Moments Photo #293058 f11photography #39309 RSII Photography #1048336 barneyphoto #42874 Lumigraphics #328211 Art Schotz #52971 Jeff Washburn #1107882 Models: Alex N #222108 Cecilia aka Cici #851050 Virginia Blues #839683 Butchthepirate #372022 Brandi_Renee Mayhem #828036 CNyle #454401 Bella Eden #756309 MUAS / body painters: Hairstylists: Wardrobe Stylists/ Designers: asterope #530343 Apr 09 09 07:53 pm Link My question is: What is this building? Does the city own it? is it on campus? What's it used for basically. The other thing to note is that you would get a HUGE response if nudity was allowes. But that's just my two cents worth. Apr 09 09 08:18 pm Link Brian_Bacon wrote: It's usually used for community gatherings, graduation parties, wedding receptions, and community events. I know several board members and can almost guarantee they won't want most nude photography associated with it. It's just how it is, sadly. The boutique / former Masonic temple caters to bridal and prom so again family oriented. And both in a small town. However, if people stay overnight at a hotel, there's no restrictions there and the people would already be gathered. Apr 09 09 08:26 pm Link Definitely interested, and will for sure let you know once more details are worked out. Albion is only a two hour drive for me, so not bad at all.  Apr 09 09 08:32 pm Link StarryNight Photography wrote: Any date preferences? (Fridays and Saturdays) Apr 09 09 08:33 pm Link Yeah itâs a gorgeous building...but the no-nudes would probably kill it for me. I'd say if nudes are NOT allowed then open it to under 18, though. No reason not to and there are some great teenaged models and photographers around. The location is great though, on I-94 and close to Ohio and Indiana. I'd have to wait until MUCH closer to decide anyway. Apr 09 09 08:36 pm Link I would be interested...I'd like to see more photos of the place though! Apr 09 09 08:38 pm Link Lumigraphics wrote: Teen-aged photographers are fine, so are models eighteen years and older. A lot of photographers, would rather not risk it with younger models, and like I said with implied and such... Also younger models usually means parents which ups the number of people and the fee for everyone involved. Apr 09 09 08:46 pm Link I say leave it 18+ as many photographers wont shoot minors unless a parent accompanies them to sign the release. I'd be interested in attending. Apr 09 09 08:46 pm Link Cecilia aka Cici wrote: I'll be getting them once we have enough interest. The basement photos won't be ready until late July though in all likelihood, as it's being re-done. I'll mark you down as interested for now though. Apr 09 09 08:48 pm Link Jose G Photo wrote: My thoughts exactly. Thanks Jose. Apr 09 09 08:48 pm Link Alex N wrote: I know Saturdays work best for me personally. I'm still in college, and will be taking three classes over the summer. Apr 09 09 08:58 pm Link Jose G Photo wrote: You aren't even allowed to THINK about nude models Jose! No boobs for you Apr 09 09 09:41 pm Link StarryNight Photography wrote: same! Apr 09 09 09:44 pm Link Cecilia aka Cici wrote: One of the days will be a Saturday. Depending on interest and I may also do a Friday or Sunday. Mostly I just need date preferences. Apr 09 09 09:57 pm Link Well, I know that the Historic Theatre Group Shoot in Toledo is going to be the last weekend in August (the 29th). I don't know what else is going on that month in the general radius, as for the other weekends. Apr 09 09 10:14 pm Link Lumigraphics wrote: He can think about them. As long as I don't get harassment complaints he can even imagine everyone nude. He can even draw pictures of imagined nude people. As long isn't doesn't complicate things for me, I'm fine. Apr 09 09 10:37 pm Link *perk* mebe! Apr 09 09 11:55 pm Link Interested as long as you don't pick August 8th. Because I will be in Canada. As drunk as possible without puking.  wow that sounds classy doesn't it? hehe. Edit: I would still go the Friday before. If you did friday/saturday. Apr 10 09 12:04 am Link Virginia Blues wrote: Class is relative. I've seen and heard worse. Apr 10 09 12:11 am Link No workshops, no nudes = will probably equate to a lower than desired turnout. Why stifle creativity? Those desiring a venue that allows those items are usually the ones who pay. Apr 10 09 03:01 am Link Image Rooster wrote: I just wanted it said I'm not trying to stifle creativity. In fact I would hope a group shoot would bring out creativity & collaborative efforts. I'm not anti-nude. This venue simply has restrictions. (I'm even willing to try work with anyone who might truly 'need' an exception to said restrictions.) If people don't feel there's anything offered for them they don't have to come. However people reminding me of something I know and that ultimately is out of my hands serves little purpose. Apr 10 09 05:15 am Link I be interested depending on the date! Apr 10 09 05:24 am Link Bumping this back to the front page, to help generate interest. Apr 10 09 10:46 am Link I am interested, as long as the date does not conflict with the Roseville prison shoot. I have been wondering when you would host another one of these. Apr 10 09 01:52 pm Link StarryNight Photography wrote: Thank you. Apr 10 09 06:34 pm Link Frozen Moments Photo wrote: I'm pretty sure it won't as I really want to attnd the Roseville prison shoot. Apr 10 09 06:35 pm Link I am interested. Summer would be best for me. Apr 10 09 09:27 pm Link I'm interested. Apr 11 09 03:54 am Link I am interested as well. Apr 11 09 07:34 am Link Updated interest list; would much appreciate if everyone could spread the word as I'll need at least 40 -50 people interested to go forward with booking and setting a date. Apr 11 09 08:55 am Link Alex N wrote: I'll start spreading it around like wildfire. Apr 11 09 03:14 pm Link StarryNight Photography wrote: Thanks. Apr 11 09 06:37 pm Link Alex, I would like to attend this shoot. Please put me on your list. Thanks, Bill Barnard Apr 11 09 08:30 pm Link barneyphoto wrote: Done. Apr 11 09 08:44 pm Link anyone else have interest? Apr 12 09 10:06 am Link Still a maybe- August is a long ways off, I might have a job by then, who knows. Apr 12 09 10:15 am Link Lumigraphics wrote: I'll add you to the list, it's just for possibly interested parties, so if you decide not to come no one will be upset or anything. Apr 12 09 01:00 pm Link bump Apr 12 09 08:31 pm Link Photo bump...  Erin @ Circus Prom Preview Runway Show Photo by Lumigraphics (taken in 3rd ballroom/theatre/runway of boutique which I might open up if we have enough interest.) Apr 13 09 06:13 am Link |
