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Photographer

LavandeBrie Photography

Posts: 12

San Francisco, California, US

Give your honesty which jewels should I keep?

Mar 17 14 11:26 pm Link

Model

Jag Singh

Posts: 13

Modesto, California, US

I am curious to know what you think of my profile! smile Leave a critique on my profile big_smile Thanks

Mar 17 14 11:55 pm Link

Photographer

Ella Wilkes Photography

Posts: 414

Canberra, Australian Capital Territory, Australia

I just wanted to post to say this thread is still going and I will get to it, have had some family dramas lately and haven't had time. Keep posting and I promise I will get back to it.
x Ella

Mar 18 14 12:59 pm Link

Photographer

Paulette Clarke

Posts: 16

Norwich, England, United Kingdom

Hey - not a problem, whenever you get around to it - hope you are OK though..? xxx

Mar 18 14 01:37 pm Link

Model

OliviaNicole22

Posts: 23

Baltimore, Maryland, US

Hope things are going better for you....critique if you have a moment?

Mar 18 14 04:29 pm Link

Photographer

Ella Wilkes Photography

Posts: 414

Canberra, Australian Capital Territory, Australia

Paulette Clarke wrote:
Hey - not a problem, whenever you get around to it - hope you are OK though..? xxx

I am thank you it is just keeping me insanely busy and I never want to half ass a response to someone here so decided waiting until the storm cleared would be best. Should be back onto it soon, I hope *fingers crossed* thank you very much for your kind concern.

Mar 19 14 12:57 pm Link

Photographer

Rich Olson

Posts: 96

DENVILLE, New Jersey, US

Family first...hope all is well.  I'm patient so whenever you get to me.

Mar 20 14 12:14 pm Link

Model

Hellen Makaryan

Posts: 86

Glendale, California, US

let me know please! New aspiring model here smile

Mar 21 14 12:26 pm Link

Makeup Artist

Kasey Lestrange MUA

Posts: 91

Costa Mesa, California, US

When you get the chance I'd love to know what you think of my portfolio!

Mar 21 14 03:51 pm Link

Model

Jessica Model

Posts: 46

London, England, United Kingdom

Interested

Mar 23 14 11:50 am Link

Model

Ohka

Posts: 37

Trier, Rhineland-Palatinate, Germany

i would love to her your critique smile

Mar 23 14 03:11 pm Link

Photographer

JoshuaDavisPhotography

Posts: 2430

San Francisco, California, US

Sure, go ahead.

Mar 23 14 03:19 pm Link

Photographer

Dusty Rhoads

Posts: 13

Tucson, Arizona, US

Sock it to me

Mar 23 14 03:40 pm Link

Photographer

Ella Wilkes Photography

Posts: 414

Canberra, Australian Capital Territory, Australia

Celine Sophia wrote:
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Thank you and as I have said above I am so sorry in the delay, family issues.

Now on to you...
Your bio is good and you have laid out where you want to go which is lovely. I am glad to see you have all your measuments(it is hard to cast someone who doesn't) and your chosen avi is warm and inviting. Well done.

You images are also very lovely, you have a great face and beautiful figure, you seem to use your dance skills very well in your modeling.  I would suggest learing your angles a little more, some of your shots your face looks a little round. However this image is absolutely amazing, https://www.modelmayhem.com/portfolio/pic/34157550 you look much older than you are and I adore it.

I wish you luck in your future you have some good talent.

Apr 15 14 07:48 pm Link

Photographer

Ella Wilkes Photography

Posts: 414

Canberra, Australian Capital Territory, Australia

I will work through this as fast as I can xo

Apr 15 14 07:49 pm Link

Photographer

Ella Wilkes Photography

Posts: 414

Canberra, Australian Capital Territory, Australia

BrittanyZebraa wrote:
Would love to hear your opinion!

Again sorry this has taken so long to get back to you.

I love your look, you are a very gorgeous girl with lovely features, this shot is beautiful, https://www.modelmayhem.com/portfolio/pic/35425004 but you do have very full lips so watch out when you pout as it can be a bit much like here https://www.modelmayhem.com/portfolio/pic/35710080 you have a natural pout, no need to push it. All in all you have potential and I would recommend shooting as much as you can with people in your area, study your body and your pics and learn those angles.

Good luck

Apr 15 14 07:52 pm Link

Photographer

Ella Wilkes Photography

Posts: 414

Canberra, Australian Capital Territory, Australia

Raven Blake wrote:
Would love to hear what you think big_smile

Thanks for your patience in my reply.

You have some very lovely images in your port. Your eyes are captivating and really draw me into some of your shots, like here https://www.modelmayhem.com/portfolio/pic/33557338 wow, that is a killer shot!!! it shows you so well. How ever some of your nudes don't shoe your beauty as well as others, like this, https://www.modelmayhem.com/portfolio/pic/33004934 to me the angle is not rogjt which is on the photog not you. You have beautiful skin and a lovely figure, I enjoyed your port.

Apr 15 14 07:57 pm Link

Photographer

Ella Wilkes Photography

Posts: 414

Canberra, Australian Capital Territory, Australia

Alice A Dylan wrote:
Your thoughts are kindly appreciated smile

As said above apologies for the delay.

You have a cool look and a port that shows that well, I like the variety in your head shots and your fashion works, it shows that you have that diversity.

You have a very sweet smile and I love your look, though I would recommend maybe adding a shot with your hair out of your eyes to really just show your features.

Good work smile

Apr 15 14 08:00 pm Link

Photographer

Ella Wilkes Photography

Posts: 414

Canberra, Australian Capital Territory, Australia

NicoleNudes wrote:
sure

Ok well I was pleasantly surprised, girl that love heart avi does not show the beautiful port that you have! I would say ditch that and maybe use something like this, https://www.modelmayhem.com/portfolio/pic/32640109 or this https://www.modelmayhem.com/portfolio/pic/32124824 because that one hides how amazing your face is and that is your selling point, even though yes your nudes are amazing. Speaking of, wow you know your body and it is refreshing to see. Your curves are devine and your ability to give a good barbie toe I love.
You are a very skilled nude model and I really enjoyed your images.

Apr 15 14 08:05 pm Link

Photographer

Ella Wilkes Photography

Posts: 414

Canberra, Australian Capital Territory, Australia

Bernadette Newberry wrote:
Sure, have at it smile

Ok have said it before I am not a huge fan of the collage look, there are only one or two times it ever works. I think ot draws away fron the beauty of your work, such as here, https://www.modelmayhem.com/portfolio/pic/32986677 that first image is amazing but I feel that that beauty and power is drawn away by the second image, I just don't see the need for it.
However I really love your work, you have a real creative eye and a great mind for composition. 
I really like all of your work and besides the collage there is little to fimd fault in,  good job.

Apr 15 14 08:11 pm Link

Photographer

Ella Wilkes Photography

Posts: 414

Canberra, Australian Capital Territory, Australia

Babybean wrote:
I would love some feedback smile

I wish you had more work is my first thing, your avi is intriguing but then there isn't much more wow factor in your port, which is a shame because you have some stunning features and great hair I would suggest shooting more and building up that collection of yours.
All the luck smile

Apr 15 14 08:15 pm Link

Photographer

HarryL

Posts: 1668

Chicago, Illinois, US

I'm interested to know. I have spend some years photo shooting for architects included some well known 2009 Modeling photography started by accident I have a variety of diversify styles
Which had cause some misunderstandings. Personally don't like ....actually is not my thing Spaghetti all the time.   I shoot what I like not the type to please. Anyone has it's own style
And anyone can go with what is right to. So please feel free to share your thoughts:)

HL

Apr 15 14 08:24 pm Link

Photographer

HarryL

Posts: 1668

Chicago, Illinois, US

HarryL wrote:
I'm interested to know. I have spend some years photo shooting for architects included some well known 2009 Modeling photography started by accident I have a variety of diversify styles
Which had cause some misunderstandings. Personally don't like ....actually is not my thing Spaghetti all the time.   I shoot what I like not the type to please. Anyone has it's own style
And anyone can go with what is right to. So please feel free to share your thoughts:)

HL

Forgot you can see more of my works http://modelsociety.com/Photographer/HarryL/photos

Apr 15 14 08:32 pm Link

Model

Jennifer Millikan Keene

Posts: 75

Asheboro, North Carolina, US

Would love to hear your thoughts it's always helpful. Thanjs

Apr 15 14 09:38 pm Link

Photographer

Ella Wilkes Photography

Posts: 414

Canberra, Australian Capital Territory, Australia

Alien LiFe wrote:
If it's not too late ... I'd like to hear what you would think about my portfolio.

Many thanks ... wink

Never too late smile though I do apologize for the delay.

You have a wonderful ability to place a nude in a steller back ground. I love your choices of tones and colours. I find nothing to fault,  your style is unique and very beautiful.

Apr 15 14 10:53 pm Link

Model

AnnAdB

Posts: 202

Amsterdam, Noord-Holland, Netherlands

Please critique me smile

Apr 16 14 10:25 am Link

Makeup Artist

Nique M Haggerty

Posts: 10

Riverside, California, US

I'd like to know

Apr 16 14 11:33 am Link

Model

niquehaggs

Posts: 120

Los Angeles, California, US

Here is my model page go for it smile

Apr 16 14 11:46 am Link

Photographer

G E N I O C I T Y

Posts: 35

Toronto, Ontario, Canada

Would love to participate

Apr 16 14 05:46 pm Link

Model

n a t a l i e

Posts: 165

Flagstaff, Arizona, US

I would love an honest opinion!

Apr 16 14 06:37 pm Link

Model

Paige Thomley

Posts: 573

West Bend, Wisconsin, US

Please take a look.

Apr 16 14 06:47 pm Link

Photographer

LVL Photography

Posts: 47

Brisbane, Queensland, Australia

Would also love to hear your thoughts.

Apr 16 14 07:47 pm Link

Photographer

Ella Wilkes Photography

Posts: 414

Canberra, Australian Capital Territory, Australia

Cocoa Michelle MUA wrote:
I am new to the makeup and nail industry but I want use that as an excuse for my work.  Please critique my work to a millions pieces I really want to know what I should or should not do!

Well we all have to start somewhere don't we? smile I would recommend asking friends to be a dummy for you sometime, look on Facebook and here for photographers to work with and add some different faces to your port. I would also make this your avi it is a stronger image that makes me want to see more of your work
https://www.modelmayhem.com/portfolio/pic/35696370
good luck on your journey.

Apr 26 14 04:01 pm Link

Photographer

Ella Wilkes Photography

Posts: 414

Canberra, Australian Capital Territory, Australia

RareSoul wrote:
I would love to hear what you think!

hello smile sorry deeply for my delay in replying, life has been getting in the way.

You have a really nice look but I don't feel your avi shows that well. it doesn't show your whole face. You have a great stong bone structure and lip line but do be careful not to pout as you have a natural pout and don't need to.
You have some nice diversity. Keep studying your face and good luck.

Apr 26 14 04:04 pm Link

Photographer

Ella Wilkes Photography

Posts: 414

Canberra, Australian Capital Territory, Australia

Marc-Antoine Astier wrote:
Hi Ella!
Would love to hear your critique.
My top 4 images are my current skill level ~
All the best from Tokyo!
M-A

Well here it is smile
I like that you have kept it short and sweet and very diverse.
Your puppet shot is awesome though I do feel the blur on the edges is a little heavy and I do wish I could see more hand.
This image https://www.modelmayhem.com/portfolio/pic/35208288 is amazing though I do wish the model wasn't pouting, it's not needed with that intense makeup.
I like the black and white frame with the panda it is a cool effects.
However I like the idea of the beach shot but something isn't quite right for me, she looks like her legs are cut off, I wish she'd kicked to the side so you can see the knee fold/feet. the framing and DOF on that set are amazing though.

You have some really nice work, keep it up smile

Apr 26 14 04:11 pm Link

Photographer

Ella Wilkes Photography

Posts: 414

Canberra, Australian Capital Territory, Australia

Robbie Joseph wrote:
Would love to hear your opinion!

Sorry for my late reply
I really love some of your stuff, others not so much. I think your choice of avatar is good, though a slightly tighter crop of it wouldn't hurt.
I LOVE this image https://www.modelmayhem.com/portfolio/pic/35007864 its great! there is an innocence to it and a real beautiful androgy to it I am totally digging, your expression, your hand placement, the head tilt the pout(which I usually hate) is all perfect and subtle and your foot placement is so strong, its great.
And I really like your other recent fashion stuff however I would ditch this pic https://www.modelmayhem.com/portfolio/pic/32649355 it doesn't represent you well, the lighting isn't great and compared to some of your other stuff its just not the same standard. I am also not a fan of the shirt chewing one, I don't get it.
All in all tho I like your look and you have some posing skill, keep it up, keep taking risks in your work and good luck smile

Apr 26 14 04:20 pm Link

Photographer

Ella Wilkes Photography

Posts: 414

Canberra, Australian Capital Territory, Australia

May Ho wrote:
Just started building my portfolio and I'd love to hear what you think about it

Well I think you have potential and with practice and coaching have potential.
A few critiques though,
https://www.modelmayhem.com/portfolio/pic/35759415 this image, I am a little unsure of the story, your hand placement doesnt make sense to me and I feel your gaze is slightly too high and you are losing your beautiful eyes. You're styling is great but it's just not all falling into place for me.
I would recommend taking this pic out https://www.modelmayhem.com/portfolio/pic/35600384 you look pretty but there isn't enough light on your eyes and that isn't your fault at all.
This https://www.modelmayhem.com/portfolio/pic/35310018 and this https://www.modelmayhem.com/portfolio/pic/35701312 are great fashion images and I i really like what you have brought to them. Your poses and everything really suit the outfits, maybe work on having a little more story in your eyes, really push an emotion with nothing but your eyes in fashion it makes images a bit more engaging.
www.modelmayhem.com/portfolio/pic/35660813 this is adorable and your casualness is perfect for the outfit.
You have some talent and I wish you luck smile

Apr 26 14 04:28 pm Link

Photographer

Ella Wilkes Photography

Posts: 414

Canberra, Australian Capital Territory, Australia

Adrian Carmody wrote:
Under representation of Aussies in this thread, so I may as well throw myself up there too smile

Well hello fellow green and goldie wink lol
You are most definitely an artist and that makes my heart so happy to see. I find that looking at your port is like looking at a gallery display and I really can't find much to say but, wow, beautiful and welcome to heaps of my lists wink
I wish I had more to say but really I love your port, maybe be sure not to push the trippy blur style to constantly it takes some of the power from them.
Have a good one smile

Apr 26 14 04:32 pm Link

Photographer

Ella Wilkes Photography

Posts: 414

Canberra, Australian Capital Territory, Australia

Paulette Clarke wrote:
Oh well - here goes - guess I've always been a glutton for punishment..!

I won't ask you to be gentle...

Hehe well I shall attempt to be kind.
I feel that your work is a little too staged, like your avi, its not a genuine situation if you know what I mean, I am confused by the meaning of the image, the story isnt clear.
Also watch the back lighting you are doing, like here https://www.modelmayhem.com/portfolio/pic/35239979 it looks like you have tried to turn a white background black and missed all the area in her hair and the same here https://www.modelmayhem.com/portfolio/pic/35222327
I really like this shot https://www.modelmayhem.com/portfolio/pic/35217954 maybe take 10% of the saturation out tho, its a bit too bold to me. But I like the lighting and the angle you have shot, it's a nice image.
This shot is also great https://www.modelmayhem.com/portfolio/pic/35402990 it has that relaxed feel and I love the lighting in it.
I have to say also maybe look at a new logo/watermark, it makes your work look less skillful than it really is.
I think you are on a good path and i hope I've been helpful and thank you for your patience.

Apr 26 14 04:43 pm Link

Photographer

HO Photo

Posts: 575

Los Angeles, California, US

Hit me!

Apr 26 14 08:37 pm Link