BlackArts - Jenna Black wrote:
Do you have the same feelings about fashion photographers, or is it penis specifically that makes a photographer "serious"?

What about female photographers who only shoot male nudes?

Or gay male photographers who only shoot male nudes?

What about penguins?!

Annie Sun wrote:
If a guy photog advertises he does nudes, I don't take him seriously until I see he shoots guys too.

I think I understand the logic you are using. Something like if he won't shoot guys nude too, he must be only interested in seeing naked girls.

While this can be true, there are many, many, many photographers who only shoot female nudes are exceptionally talented and trustworthy. I myself would place more importance on the quality of their work, communication skills, and perhaps good references.

BlackArts - Jenna Black wrote:
Do you have the same feelings about fashion photographers, or is it penis specifically that makes a photographer "serious"?

Serious penis is serious. Its also a cool name for a band.

"Live from the world famous Whiskey A Go Go..Serious Penis!!"

Elizabeth Claret wrote:

What about female photographers who only shoot male nudes?

Or gay male photographers who only shoot male nudes?

What about penguins?!

Good point, I was just saying from my point of view,

Still undecided on penguins;

and by the way your pics on here are gorgeous Elizabeth!

Annie Sun wrote:
You obviously cared enough to respond back Elizabeth.

I just joined, and yes I am new, but the fifty offers from photographers to shoot in my inbox, 99% came off as shady.

I'm defensive, LA has me pensive.

get over it, because you'll need more defined, rational reasoning skills to get by than what you're currently employing..

Annie Sun wrote:

Good point, I was just saying from my point of view,

Still undecided on penguins;

and by the way your pics on here are gorgeous Elizabeth!

Thanks, most of them were done by male photographers who only shoot females.



In seriousness, you just signed up, you do nudes, and you're gorgeous, so yes, you are going to get some GWC offers. The criteria of not having shot male nudes is kind of silly though. Use your brain about things, check references, listen to your gut, and remember, not everyone is out to get in your drawers.

Annie Sun wrote:
If a guy photog advertises he does nudes, I don't take him seriously until I see he shoots guys too.

You are entitled to your own (insane) opinion.

I shoot nudes.  When I close my eyes to plan an image, I see a female form.  The male form doesn't appeal to me, and I don't / can't envision a male nude image that's worth my time.  Don't get me wrong -- more power to those who do male nudes; it's just not my cup of tea.  I am serious but creating nude art.

So, if you don't want to work with me, that's fine -- there are plenty that do.

That's kinda like saying that we can't take Mick Jagger seriously if he doesn't sing opera.

punkuate wrote:
What about female photographers who only shoot female nudes?

I shoot trees too!

Annie Sun wrote:
If a guy photog advertises he does nudes, I don't take him seriously until I see he shoots guys too.

Don't take me.
Seriously!

Annie Sun wrote:
If a guy photog advertises he does nudes, I don't take him seriously until I see he shoots guys too.

I am a serious photographer, I hardly ever smile.

Andy Rodriguez Photo wrote:
I shoot nudes of myself all the time!

/thread lol best comment all day:)

Annie Sun wrote:
If a guy photog advertises he does nudes, I don't take him seriously until I see he shoots guys too.

When I see a singer from Long Beach, CA, who sings, for example, pop, and not opera or bluegrass or heavy metal or polka or Tuvan throat singing, I don't take her seriously. Because she should be ready willing and able to sing ALL types of music at any time, even if she doesn't like them. She should advertise that she can sing all types of music, she should study to be able to sing all types of music, and she must never ever refuse any offer to sing all types of music. Otherwise she's just a poseur.

Annie Sun wrote:
If a guy photog advertises he does nudes, I don't take him seriously until I see he shoots guys too.

I don't photograph male nudes, but I haven't taken  myself very seriously for years. 

So... it evens out, because I don't take many models very seriously either.

cinema photography wrote:
Nudity doesnt always equal sex or sexuality.

Yeah it does

SMASSH wrote:
I would also like to add that penis and vajayjay are not the prettiest part of the body and IMO should be kept out of pics.

While the penis is a lot harder to do so when shooting nude. Because a female model can simply cross her legs to create a classy V without exposing beefy meat curtains. Male models just can not do this and the hand covering does not look as fluid as a hand bra. Besides MOST men do not have parts that will fit in one hand so it just makes it look like everything is pancaked and coming out of the sides lol

So that being said classy good, beefy meat curtains bad:)

Quoting just because the world wouldn't be the same without a discussion of why labia are bad.

Through Elizabeths Eyes wrote:

I shoot trees too!

Pervert!

Annie Sun wrote:
If a guy photog advertises he does nudes, I don't take him seriously until I see he shoots guys too.

HAH!

Henri3 wrote:
A cute ,stacked, Asian model "who does nudes" is sure to attract a ton of interest.

Expect to be swamped with emails for a few days..... and porn offers as well, being you're in Ca.

Ahh.. Just noticed she did nudes.  I wonder if she takes  someone with her,  even if it is a female photographer?

Looknsee Photography wrote:
I shoot nudes.  When I close my eyes to plan an image, I see a female form.  The male form doesn't appeal to me, and I don't / can't envision a male nude image that's worth my time.  Don't get me wrong -- more power to those who do male nudes; it's just not my cup of tea.  I am serious but creating nude art.

I don't shoot nudes (yet) but I'd probably only shoot females. And I'm a young woman! I just find the female form more attractive for art.

Annie Sun wrote:
If a guy photog advertises he does nudes, I don't take him seriously until I see he shoots guys too.

Give it time, you'll figure out who is real or who is not.  I have a set of dangly bits floating upside down in my portfolio.  I don't think that makes me good or bad.

maryelle stclare wrote:
When I see a singer from Long Beach, CA, who sings, for example, pop, and not opera or bluegrass or heavy metal or polka or Tuvan throat singing, I don't take her seriously. Because she should be ready willing and able to sing ALL types of music at any time, even if she doesn't like them. She should advertise that she can sing all types of music, she should study to be able to sing all types of music, and she must never ever refuse any offer to sing all types of music. Otherwise she's just a poseur.

I shoot nudes, females and some males, but I also went on Jimmy Kimmel Live and sang about my dog.  I don't sing opera though.  Now I am confused!  Am I strange or not?

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=7E2T5oNQs1I

punkuate wrote:
Pervert!

I also shoot phallic objects, that counts for something, right?

ei Total Productions wrote:
I shoot nudes, females and some males, but I also went on Jimmy Kimmel Live and sang about my dog.  I don't sing opera though.  Now I am confused!  Am I strange or not?

I don't take anyone seriously that does not sing about cats also.