Maria Susanti wrote:
just liked it.
I'd love to know

Thanks for the 'like'.

My apologies for such a delayed reply; my schedule has been very hectic.

I looked over your port and it's good overall. The quality of images are good and there is a decent variety. I would like to see more beauty work with edge. You obviously are suited well for beauty work and have great features. Try to find a professional beauty photographer who is willing to shoot TF and check their port for images outside of the box. Try not to allow anyone to put you in the 'Asian' box and have you shooting only ethnic shots. Keep at it!

(((chace)))

Cherrie Nova wrote:
Please, and thank you.

You have an ok port. I would work on finding professional photographers who are willing to shoot tf or even paid to build your port. Once you start getting these image, and are accepting of them, begin to replace your current ones. Maybe pin-up type work will suit you best.

(((chace)))

_eMMe_ wrote:
Hi Chace, thanks for your words. I have a lot of new shots, please get a look!

Emme,

My apologies for such a delayed reply; my schedule has been super hectic.

You're quite welcome. I looked at all of your new images and left some new comments. I'm impressed both with the quality and overall impact of some of your new(er) images. Good on you! Keep at it...

Are you on Facebook?

(((chace)))

Mary Zdo wrote:
Thanks so much for the feedback and the kind words! Which photos would you recommend for me to delete? I got rid of a few recently so hopefully my portfolio is a lot cleaner now. Planning on adding a few new things soon as well.

I definitely agree about the hair and makeup. It's always so much more convenient for me to just go to a shoot, get my hair and makeup done, and then do nothing but focus on modeling rather than take out two hours of the day before the shoot to get all that done myself. And I definitely need more hair styles in my portfolio as you said. I'll get on that soon.

Mary,

My apologies for the delayed reply; my schedule has been super hectic.

You're very welcome.

I looked through your port again and as I said before, you have huge potential and some great images already. I went through and I think that these are the images which bring the overall feel of your port down: 1,4,13,14,15,20-24...also, I think 6-12 have a great feel and mood but I would just choose one out of the set to display. I think that 10, 12, and 16 are the most solid out of that set.

Now, this may seem quite extreme but it's better to have a few quality images than several OK ones. The good part about your port is that you have some great images already. The typical problem with models' books is usually that the great images are degraded by the good ones and the good ones are degraded by the bad ones. When in doubt, thin-it-out.

If you post some new images, as I mentioned before, please let me know and I'll give you some feedback. Also, if you decide to take my advice, shoot me a message because I would like to see how it looks. Please feel free to reach out for any other questions that come up as well. Take care. Keep at it!

(((chace)))

anncambell wrote:
Liked the page and would love some feedback! I'm really new to the site and working on building my portfolio. 27

Ann,

My apologies for such a delayed reply; my schedule has been hectic.

Your port is good, considering that you're new and are building your port. Based on your images, it seems as though you can transition well from editorial(fashion), to commercial, through beauty, and even into lifestyle. Based on your measurements, beauty or lifestyle would seem to fit you best. Editorial perhaps would work as well if you are given the right stylists, set-designers, and photographer(s) to work with. Keep at it and please feel free to let me know when you post new images and I'll follow-up with some feedback. Take care and keep at it!

(((chace)))

Elena Antonia Pappas wrote:
liked.....27

Elena,

My apologies for the delayed reply; my schedule has been super hectic.

Thanks for the 'like' and the 27

Your portfolio is good. Most of your images, of course, are swimsuit and are overall of good quality; however, there are some that are not of high enough quality to bolster the images that are. Further, there are too many of the same type of images with regards to: angles, wardrobe, lighting, and mood. Now, this is OK sometimes but I feel that it's best to display and show your book with only the absolute best images that you can. Also, unless you already know that you only want to venture into swimsuit modeling, perhaps a variation of modeling would elevate your portfolio as well and illustrate diversity. Beauty work could work for you as well as certain types of fashion perhaps.

I read your bio and understand that you are modeling part-time, but do you already have a focus area that you would like to enter?

(((chace)))

Sophia Grey wrote:
Would loooooove to hear ur thoughts!!! Please!

Sophia,

Your port is limited but based on what I saw, it is OK. Try to find a professional photographer who is willing to shoot TF or for a reasonable rate to build your portfolio. Please let me know if you want feedback when you post more pictures.

(((chace)))

MakeupbyKatya wrote:
Liked and mentioned 27 would love to hear your thoughts and what I could do to develop myself further

Katya,

My apologies for the delayed reply; my schedule has been very hectic.

Your portfolio, overall, is good. It seems like you have good technique. Now, the question is, how can you join technique and creativity? This marriage can be very involved depending on what level you're working towards. I've worked with hundreds of MUAs and the thing that separates those who are great from those who are good is this marriage that I mentioned.

Please excuse me if you're already doing these things and if you're, keep at it...

1)Keep a running file of face-cards that illustrate your creative ideas. This serves two purposes: if someone wants to see your work but you have limited images, you can show them these, and this practice helps refine the marriage that I spoke of before.
2)Build your box-have as many product options available for clients as your budget can afford.
3)Find a good photographer(preferably one who specializes in beauty) and an even better re-toucher if the photog doesn't work hand-in-hand with one already.
4)Shoot, shoot, shoot...however, only display the absolute best images that come from any given shoot.

What type of industry, if there is a specific one, are you considering?

(((chace)))

Marshall Duffy wrote:
I'd love one!

Marshall,

You have a good portfolio. I would take some of the pictures out though because a portfolio seems redundant if there are too many of the same types of images. Perhaps you would work best in lifestyle type modeling. Keep at it.

(((chace)))

KnGphotography wrote:
Liked!

Thanks for the 'like'

You have a good portfolio for just starting out. I would recommend getting even more models who are willing to shoot tfp and work during the sun-up and sun-down times of the day. Of course, this only applies if you're shooting in natural light. Also, try shooting the style that you are interested in most. Keep at it and please feel free to ask me any specific questions about photography if you like.

(((chace)))

Melanie Kazmercyk wrote:
Hoping you can help me.

I'm having trouble getting opinions and need a book/comp card for NY open calls next week. If you have a moment, would you mind taking a look? You work is fantastic and I'd love to hear what you think.

you're welcome to go through all the images, or just look in 'portfolio' folder for my top picks

http://www.flickr.com/photos/22517982@N … 916011207/

I was going to skip a comp card but recently been reading that you should never go to an open call without a comp card to leave for them to remember you by. I'd rather be prepared, but it's hard to know what is best. I was definitely going to bring my bathing suit Polaroid's to leave and a book if they ask. A comp card is tough because I don't want to choose the wrong images and ruin it, but I want to look professional and increase my chances of getting noticed.

Thanks again so much for your help!

Melanie,

First, I just want to apologize for such a delayed reply and hopefully this doesn't reach you too late.

You have a good portfolio. I see that you had a comp card done, and it's good. You're absolutely correct about being professional during any go-see/client call. This professionalism extends through your comp card into the attire you wear to the go-see, and also through your overall appearance(this includes how your wear your personality). Building a book can be a long and complicated process. Choosing the best images, as you mentioned, isn't always the easiest task.

Here are my thoughts:
1)Your comp card is good but it can be better. Try to develop another one that showcases diversity in your modeling style.
2)Get with a professional photographer who is willing to shoot TF and also willing to help build your book.
3)Decide if fashion/editorial modeling is where you want to be...btw, I think you would fit well in these industries.
4)Do your homework-study the industry that you are attempting to enter and practice your posing extensively.

I hope this helps and I hope your open-call went well! If you have any more questions at all about modeling, feel free to let me know. Also, The Professional's Guide to Modeling by Roger Talley is a good book to pick-up. There is an older book that I used to recommend to models a long time ago when I shot model portfolios but I can't recall the name right now. Talley's book is a good place to start though. Keep at it!

(((chace)))

Nate C Photography wrote:
Love you FB Page. Very Creative.....27

Nate,

Thanks for the 'like', 27, and kind words!

For a hobbyist, you have a good portfolio. You seem to have good control of light and overall technique so my main advice would have to do directly with the models themselves. Not all models, even professional ones who are paid well, know how to 'model'. This might seem weird but it's very much the case. So, try to work with your models as best that you can with regards to angles, poses, animation, and shapes. This will serve as a great tool for you in the future because it can change the whole dynamic of the shoot and impact of the final image. Please let me know if  you have any other questions at all about anything modeling/photography(business or art). Keep at it!

(((chace)))

Onyx Divine wrote:
I liked your page on Facebook. ... although I had to like it under my personal page as I do not use Facebook for networking at this point in time. Ok here is your number 27.... and in advance I thank you for your honest opinion as well as any tips.

Onyx,

Thanks for the 'like' and the 27.

I only viewed your images that were non-nude so I didn't have much to base my critique on. The ones I viewed were OK. Perhaps the other genres that you shoot, nude, fit you well and bring you a lot of confidence and positive energy. Keep at it!

(((chace)))

Billy Hughes wrote:
LOVE! your FB page!

Billy,

Thanks for the 'love'!

Your book is good, but I would like to see some diversity though. I do understand, however, that head-shots are your specialty. You seem to have good control over lighting and composition. Perhaps eliminate some of the images that are flat in your portfolio. Also, perhaps try to get-in-close by either your physical location or a longer focal length. Beauty work might be up your alley as well. Please let me know if you have any specific technical questions or anything else photography, for that matter. Keep at it!

(((chace)))

Egle Damulyte wrote:
27:))

Egle,

Thanks for the 'like' and the 27!

Your portfolio is quite good. I like the diversity of styles and variation of images. You have a great look and high potential. Perhaps fashion/editorial work would work best. Genlux, iD, and Zink are a few publications where you probably would fit well within. I think you would also do well with the right stylists(hair/mu) in beauty. Try to find professional photographers who are the absolute best that you can find who will shoot TF. Also, there are some of your images in your port that I would absolutely eliminate because they bring the overall quality of your port down. Please let me know if you have any other questions or need help with anything, and I will assist as much as possible. Keep at it!

(((chace)))

Jahanara wrote:
Liked the page. Have at it!

Thanks for the 'like'

You have a good port. I'm glad to see some diversity and that you took the time to categorize your pictures. Perhaps lifestyle would suit you best. Try to find as many professional photographers who are willing to shoot TF and build, build, build.

(((chace)))

Dimitrius C wrote:
Like on fb 27. 

Dimitrius,

Thanks for the 'like' and the 27

Your portfolio is good. I like the variation of styles. I would try to do as much lifestyle, catalogue, and fitness shots as I could. Try to find photographers who specialize in these areas and who will shoot TF. You would probably do the best in these areas. Once you have some of these images built-up, take them on go-sees or try to contract with an agency if possible. Please let me know if you have any questions or if you would like me to critique any individual pictures. Keep at it!

(((chace)))

Nikki S Stewart wrote:
I like it! Go for it lol

Nikki,

I reviewed your portfolio and it was limited, but not bad. I'm sure you're in the process of this but just to reinforce it, try to find as many professional photographers as possible who are willing to shoot TF. Keep at it!

(((chace)))

Azia Rose wrote:
I'm fan #374!! I would love to know what you think about my port. Also something something #27 :p

Azia,

Thanks for becoming our 374th!

Your port is quite good. You have great structure, control(in posing), and overall presence. Based on your bio and text here, it also seems like you have a great personality too. You have a good amount of variation of styles, within your port, which is good. Considering your measurements, I think you would work best in beauty, lifestyle, and catalogue work. What is your passion, with regards to a specific area of modeling?

This will be a first for me but I'm going to 'like' your page as well. You present quite well and I want to support your professional growth as much as possible.

(((chace)))

Chace Photography wrote:

Dimitrius,

Thanks for the 'like' and the 27

Your portfolio is good. I like the variation of styles. I would try to do as much lifestyle, catalogue, and fitness shots as I could. Try to find photographers who specialize in these areas and who will shoot TF. You would probably do the best in these areas. Once you have some of these images built-up, take them on go-sees or try to contract with an agency if possible. Please let me know if you have any questions or if you would like me to critique any individual pictures. Keep at it!

(((chace)))

Thank you Chace for the feedback I sure will keep at it I got some unfinished business I want to accomplish because I don't give up that easily. I will always keep striving and driving my friend. 

Dimitrius C wrote:

Thank you Chace for the feedback I sure will keep at it I got some unfinished business I want to accomplish because I don't give up that easily. I will always keep striving and driving my friend. 

Dimitrius,

You're quite welcome! I'm very glad to see your drive because this is much of what it takes to get where you want to be...Let me know if I can be of any help at all because I know how difficult this industry can be. Take care!

(((chace)))

Chace Photography wrote:

Egle,

Thanks for the 'like' and the 27!

Your portfolio is quite good. I like the diversity of styles and variation of images. You have a great look and high potential. Perhaps fashion/editorial work would work best. Genlux, iD, and Zink are a few publications where you probably would fit well within. I think you would also do well with the right stylists(hair/mu) in beauty. Try to find professional photographers who are the absolute best that you can find who will shoot TF. Also, there are some of your images in your port that I would absolutely eliminate because they bring the overall quality of your port down. Please let me know if you have any other questions or need help with anything, and I will assist as much as possible. Keep at it!

(((chace)))

Thank you !!!

Chace Photography wrote:
Azia,

Thanks for becoming our 374th!

Your port is quite good. You have great structure, control(in posing), and overall presence. Based on your bio and text here, it also seems like you have a great personality too. You have a good amount of variation of styles, within your port, which is good. Considering your measurements, I think you would work best in beauty, lifestyle, and catalogue work. What is your passion, with regards to a specific area of modeling?

This will be a first for me but I'm going to 'like' your page as well. You present quite well and I want to support your professional growth as much as possible.

(((chace)))

Thank you for such encouraging words! My goal is editorial and high fashion, but considering my height I am only too aware how improbable my entry into that world is. I'm working to become agency standard size for my height (hey, Dean Johnson was my height!) and perhaps move into a more fashion-centric world of modeling. I love beauty, lifestyle, catalogue, lookbook, artistic, all of it! Perhaps my truest passion is modeling in general

Chace Photography wrote:

Dimitrius,

You're quite welcome! I'm very glad to see your drive because this is much of what it takes to get where you want to be...Let me know if I can be of any help at all because I know how difficult this industry can be. Take care!

(((chace)))

Chace,

I sure will keep in touch with you, you welcome and thank you.  If made through the tough times in the military for eight years then everything else should not be no problem.  The rewards will be worth it through the hard work and determination.  Take care my friend. 

Always stay humble,

DC

Chace Photography wrote:

Sophia,

Your port is limited but based on what I saw, it is OK. Try to find a professional photographer who is willing to shoot TF or for a reasonable rate to build your portfolio. Please let me know if you want feedback when you post more pictures.

(((chace)))

THANK YOU!
Your words inspired me not to give up on this, i will be having a photo shoot for a local sports clothing company this month. excited about it! Also will be driving to phoenix this aug 5-6 to have a photo shoot with a friend... By the way, I checked your website too! G-R-E-A-T photos!!! http://chacephotography.com

Egle Damulyte wrote:

Thank you !!!

You're welcome

Azia Rose wrote:
Thank you for such encouraging words! My goal is editorial and high fashion, but considering my height I am only too aware how improbable my entry into that world is. I'm working to become agency standard size for my height (hey, Dean Johnson was my height!) and perhaps move into a more fashion-centric world of modeling. I love beauty, lifestyle, catalogue, lookbook, artistic, all of it! Perhaps my truest passion is modeling in general

You're welcome YES, we can reach 'heights' that others say we cannot if we sometimes just stick with it. I admire your drive. Keep at it! Let me know if I can be any help at all. Peace.

(((chace)))

SHIRA wrote:
It would be a pleaure to have you review my portfolio. Your work is astonishing! Thank you in advance.

Thanks for your kind words and the fb 'like', it's much appreciated!

Your portfolio is good. I always can appreciate variety as I'm sure ad agents do. You  transition well from catalogue-type shots to more traditional lifestyle shots; this is a good trait to showcase your versatility in modeling. I really appreciated your bio too. You seem professional and this is vital when working with established clients. I would like to see some beauty shots. You have great eyes that I think would work well with the right team of beauty professionals. The only thing that I would suggest, with regards to your portfolio, is to eliminate some of your duplicate images(images from the same set/shoot) because these sometimes take away from the other pictures. Also, study, study, study...I'm sure you already do this but study the industry that you want to enter. You mentioned high-fashion so dive deep into that world and study how the women/girls 'look' and are 'looking'. This is important. Overall you port, again, was good. Keep at it! Let me know if I can be of any help at all.

(((chace)))

MickCetera wrote:
You've given me a critique before but I've learned a lot since. How'm I doin?

Mick,

I looked back at my previous critique and looked at your portfolio again. I'm not sure what you had included before but your portfolio now is good. You do seem to have the potential. It seems like you're collaborating with good photographers because your images are solid. There are steps and levels to everything and real professionals will explain this. The things I mentioned before were very introductory/general observations; so, the next set of critique will be a bit more specific...

Try to pay close attention and have awareness around your facial muscles. In addition, be more aware of your body mechanics as they specifically relate to your facial gestures. Put differently, your facial gestures should either compliment or play opposite to your body mechanics(movements). On either end, all of your gestures and movements should be somewhat on-purpose. The more that you look in magazines, study, and mimic the gestures and movements of established models the more progress you will notice in your own work. In some of your images your facial gestures are the same; try to mix-it-up more and offer more variety with both your facial gesturing and body mechanics.

All-in-all, your images are good and have room to get much better. Stick with it! Please keep in touch and let me know if you need anything. Thanks for following-up; that shows initiative which is important in this industry.

On another note, our marketing agent recently suggested that I create an Instagram account so I did I haven't posted much but will be updating it more often...follow me (www.instagram.com/chace_it). Peace.

(((chace)))

Raven Blake wrote:
Would love some critique

Raven,

Did you 'like' our page?

I only viewed your images that were non-nude. So, based on this limited number of images it's difficult to give any critique worthwhile. I will say that you have a good look so stick with it and try to find photographers who are willing to shoot for trade; make sure that they are professional photographers who are not just trying to have sex or disrespect you. Feel free to let me know when you upload more images and I'll tell you what I think.

(((chace)))