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Models, do you look at photographers credentials?
No, I only care if you delivery what's promised during communication. You could be some random from Alabama, but if you hold up your end of the deal then I couldn't care less that you're apart of some group that I never heard of until now. Feb 23 15 09:09 am Link Koryn wrote: Relatively sane - not sure that I could pass that test! Feb 23 15 09:21 am Link Artemis Bare wrote: I would assume so. When I say its been suggested to me, I mean frequently. I've never joined any organization like that. I hardly mention my educational background or photo training. But was wondering about the experiences of others. Feb 25 15 01:21 pm Link Never heard of PPA or whatever. Whenever I go shoot an event. Red carpet or whatever I see the same people. Photographers, hucksters agents, pr people. occasionally the same models. I don't think models actually care. Most people know me as a pageant photographer, the weird guy that lurks in the wings of the stage, shoots them at their fashion shows and events and generally sits in the corner eating lunch by myself behind the tree. I see guys passing out cards ,hustling the girls, etc. If I see a model. I ask if they are interested in a session. Sometimes like the bachelorette I end up rejected and watch as another photographer gets the deal. Usually my sessions run long. Because of hair and makeup changes. Having a dress designer friend that dresses some of the a listers golden globes. Oscars. Sag Emmys .. Don't hurt either. I've never had to sell to get a model, it's either a yes or no. Lately I had to cut back, way too many events, looking forward to spending a day or so with a favorite model.. Well not really. It's just that some models have waited months to shoot. Feb 27 15 03:17 am Link A K Nicholas - Art Nude Photography wrote: Huh, what? PPA? Mar 02 15 03:13 am Link I check their portfolio first and foremost. Then, I check their tags and if they have a website. I don't want to come across a photographer who wants to take my picture for the wrong reasons! Because I KNOW there are some creeps out there. Mar 02 15 08:22 am Link A K Nicholas - Art Nude Photography wrote: I am not a model, and we can all be very thankful for that, but IMHO, I would say that affiliations like PPA means nothing when it comes to working with a photographer, or for that matter, I as a photographer working with another photographer on a project. I am much more concerned with references and the quality of his/hers published work. Affiliations, in 99.9999% of the time only means that the photographer has paid the annual dues to belong to that organization. Although there are some value to a photographer in belonging to some organizations, I don't think it should play a part of a model's decision to work with any photographer. Mar 02 15 08:40 am Link PPA makes no sense beyond the shores of 'Murica. The quality & creativity of your photos & your scintillating personality are what models look for. And snacks. Mar 08 15 08:29 am Link I have heard of PPA, but I know very little about it. I can see how maybe a paying client (non-model) might feel more comfortable hiring a photographer with some sort of credential, but as a model I think these ladies sum up my opinions best: Koryn wrote: Victoria Elle wrote: Also taken into account are references from models that the photographer has worked with before, but some may say that falls under the making sure the person seems relatively sane category. Mar 12 15 04:23 pm Link Being a member of PPA is worthless. Said another way, it has nothing to do with a photographers ability as a photographer. Mar 13 15 11:52 am Link The only 'credentials' I would need from a photographer are great work, and word of mouth from other models that they've shot with. I've had a few experiences where a photog approached me, having worked with a few models I'm connected with. I asked them about him, and they said he treated them so poorly and made them feel so horrible about themselves, and that the only upside was that a few photos turned out very nicely. But they wouldn't work with him again. Likewise, I worked with another photographer who had been given rave reviews by one friend. I worked with him for over a year, and was told by a few professionals that his photos made them uncomfortable, and that his work would bring me down. Later on, I found out that he was softening me up for porn and wouldn't work with me unless I took my clothes off anymore. Obviously, I don't recommend him. From now on, I thoroughly vet my photogs. Clubs, groups, etc..don't matter to me. But reviews from other models and how their work looks does matter very much. And if they're willing to pay, well, that's a plus, too. Mar 19 15 05:37 am Link |
