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Model

Stormee
Posts: 2,463
San Antonio, Texas, US

"Above" the model? Is that just something that I am noticing?

* Let keep this thread clean and friendly on what we post. smile

Sep 14 12 08:09 pm Link Quote

Photographer

Sophistocles
Posts: 21,308
Seattle, Washington, US

Because when the model is beside herself, I have to calm her down.

Honestly, I have NO FUCKING CLUE what this is about.

Sep 14 12 08:53 pm Link Quote

Photographer

David Kirk
Posts: 3,736
Ottawa, Ontario, Canada

Are you referring to them being condenscending towards models, literally shooting from a position above the model or something else altogether?

Sep 14 12 09:02 pm Link Quote

Photographer

Aaron Lewis Photography
Posts: 4,300
Catskill, New York, US

Because they don't know what they're doing.

Sep 14 12 09:02 pm Link Quote

Model

P I X I E
Posts: 33,110
Montreal, Quebec, Canada

*Themselves

Sep 14 12 09:05 pm Link Quote

Model

Stormee
Posts: 2,463
San Antonio, Texas, US

Sophistocles wrote:
Because when the model is beside herself, I have to calm her down.

Honestly, I have NO FUCKING CLUE what this is about.

Well, like in forums...the way they talk.

Sep 14 12 09:06 pm Link Quote

Photographer

That Italian Guy
Posts: 22,745
Bath, England, United Kingdom

Kelly Anne-Marie wrote:
Well, like in forums...the way they talk.

It seems to happen when models post gibberish.

No idea why though.

Just my $0.02

Ciao
Stefano
www.stefanobrunesci.com

Sep 14 12 09:08 pm Link Quote

Model

Stormee
Posts: 2,463
San Antonio, Texas, US

-B-R-U-N-E-S-C-I- wrote:

It seems to happen when models post gibberish.

No idea why though.

Just my $0.02

Ciao
Stefano
www.stefanobrunesci.com

Oh, Thanks. I was just wondering.

Sep 14 12 09:10 pm Link Quote

Photographer

PhotographybyT
Posts: 7,229
Monterey, California, US

Kelly Anne-Marie wrote:
"Above" the model? Is that just something that I am noticing?

* Let keep this thread clean and friendly on what we post. smile

Because when we fall, it's a softer landing! big_smile

Sep 14 12 09:12 pm Link Quote

Photographer

cy be rea n
Posts: 2,715
Vatican City, Holy See, Vatican City

Kelly Anne-Marie wrote:
Why is it that a lot of photog.'s place theirself "Above" the model?

so the model will be below the photog

Sep 14 12 09:20 pm Link Quote

Photographer

Michael Broughton
Posts: 1,713
Winnipeg, Manitoba, Canada

if "a lot" of photographers are acting a certain way towards you, maybe it's not them...

Sep 14 12 09:21 pm Link Quote

Photographer

Patrick Walberg
Posts: 39,551
Salinas, California, US

Kelly Anne-Marie wrote:
"Above" the model? Is that just something that I am noticing?

* Let keep this thread clean and friendly on what we post. smile

If you are noticing that a photographer is being condescending towards you either in person or on the forum, please understand that is an individual person and not reflective of all of the photographers. For very good reason, I respect models and see working with models as a team effort. We need each other to be able to create great images! I would think that the majority of photographers feel the same way.

People who are condescending are very unpleasant to work with. So if you've met up with such people, then keep looking for other more pleasant people to work with. I'm sure you'll find them! Best wishes! smile

Sep 14 12 09:28 pm Link Quote

Photographer

Rollo David Snook
Posts: 1,942
Bristol, England, United Kingdom

Some models I find are like "customers", it's a day out with their boyfriend and they want the make-over experience, but to be paid for it. Usually poses and expressions are awkward and the person is not relaxed or easy to coach or direct.

Respect in the workplace, but models model, photographers direct, harmoniously of course.

Sep 14 12 09:29 pm Link Quote

Photographer

Aaron Lewis Photography
Posts: 4,300
Catskill, New York, US

Ohhh that kind of "below" Well lets see. Maybe it's because they post questions that are easily misunderstood or barely legible?

Do you realize you've started more than 50 threads in the last 2 months?

Sep 14 12 09:55 pm Link Quote

Photographer

Art of the nude
Posts: 11,138
Olivet, Michigan, US

Kelly Anne-Marie wrote:
"Above" the model? Is that just something that I am noticing?

* Let keep this thread clean and friendly on what we post. smile

I place myself above, or below, the models, depending on which results in a better image.

Above:

Below:

Sep 14 12 10:01 pm Link Quote

Photographer

Howick Image Studio
Posts: 905
Panama City Beach, Florida, US

Aaron Lewis Photography wrote:
Ohhh that kind of "below" Well lets see. Maybe it's because they post questions that are easily misunderstood or barely legible?

Do you realize you've started more than 50 threads in the last 2 months?

But isn't that what trolls do? lol

Sep 14 12 10:04 pm Link Quote

Model

Stormee
Posts: 2,463
San Antonio, Texas, US

Thanks for noticing. You think more of me then I do... to be counting!

Come on now!, Let's be social and if you don't like it, well...I'm sure there are forums or even other sites.

P.S. Thanks again for the count ( must be a big fan!!! ).

Sep 14 12 10:15 pm Link Quote

Photographer

Shot By Adam
Posts: 4,444
Las Vegas, Nevada, US

Well, to be fair, the majority of those got locked.

Sep 14 12 10:38 pm Link Quote

Model

NicoleNudes
Posts: 2,889
Toronto, Ontario, Canada

Kelly Anne-Marie wrote:

Thanks for noticing. You think more of me then I do... to be counting!

Come on now!, Let's be social and if you don't like it, well...I'm sure there are forums or even other sites.

P.S. Thanks again for the count ( must be a big fan!!! ).

He didn't have to count them.
A search tells you how many threads you've started

Sep 14 12 10:45 pm Link Quote

Photographer

dave phoenix
Posts: 1,197
Phoenix, Arizona, US

isn't it funny when people think they have "haters?"

Sep 14 12 10:50 pm Link Quote

Model

Stormee
Posts: 2,463
San Antonio, Texas, US

NicoleNudes wrote:

He didn't have to count them.
A search tells you how many threads you've started

Who does such an act?!, A FAN!!!

Sep 14 12 10:52 pm Link Quote

Model

Stormee
Posts: 2,463
San Antonio, Texas, US

dave phoenix wrote:
isn't it funny when people think they have "haters?"

Think you are on a diff. subject. Please refer to the topic again.

Sep 14 12 10:54 pm Link Quote

Model

NicoleNudes
Posts: 2,889
Toronto, Ontario, Canada

Kelly Anne-Marie wrote:

Who does such an act?!, A FAN!!!

...I doubt that

Sep 14 12 10:57 pm Link Quote

Photographer

MN camera
Posts: 1,860
Saint Paul, Minnesota, US

I presume you're referring to attitude, not altitude.

It's not all photographers any more than it's all models. Some people, though, persist in the illusion that their shite doesn't stink.

They're wrong.

Major Strasser has been shot. Round up the usual suspects.

Sep 14 12 11:05 pm Link Quote

Photographer

David J Martin
Posts: 341
Amberg, Bavaria, Germany

Kelly Anne-Marie wrote:
"Above" the model? Is that just something that I am noticing?

* Let keep this thread clean and friendly on what we post. smile

I don't know how you can request to keep a conversation clean when you start it on the basis of slander.

Sep 15 12 12:20 am Link Quote

Photographer

David J Martin
Posts: 341
Amberg, Bavaria, Germany

-B-R-U-N-E-S-C-I- wrote:

It seems to happen when models post gibberish.

No idea why though.

Just my $0.02

Ciao
Stefano
www.stefanobrunesci.com

Hilarious. And her response even more.

Sep 15 12 12:25 am Link Quote

Photographer

Docta Shock Photografix
Posts: 1,653
Philadelphia, Pennsylvania, US

Many photographers are egotistical and spoiled. Just as many are professional, hard working and fair. I also look at a shoot as a collaborative effort with equal credit for all involved.

As I am a music person, it is like having a million dollar recording studio. It means nothing until u get the right song/artist/musician. Good luck to you!

Sep 15 12 12:34 am Link Quote

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Neil Snape
Posts: 9,224
Toronto, Ontario, Canada

You mean like this?

http://3.bp.blogspot.com/_dqV3qXJkluk/TFjAYPvACkI/AAAAAAAAArk/kDUEsqgIgAE/s1600/blowup1967-2.jpg

Because it was hip. Still is.

Sep 15 12 12:49 am Link Quote

Photographer

H D P
Posts: 25
Fort Myers, Florida, US

Neil that was funny lol

Sep 15 12 01:05 am Link Quote

Photographer

-JAY-
Posts: 4,236
Las Vegas, Nevada, US

I shoot in my home studio, and often sit on my LoveSac while shooting.

Though my weinerdog, Falcor is on it in the picture... I'm generally shooting from waist-height, which is perfect for what I do.

Sep 15 12 01:09 am Link Quote

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natural beauties of qld
Posts: 1,425
Brisbane, Queensland, Australia

-B-R-U-N-E-S-C-I- wrote:

It seems to happen when models post gibberish.

No idea why though.

Just my $0.02

Ciao
Stefano
www.stefanobrunesci.com

Sep 15 12 01:10 am Link Quote

Photographer

natural beauties of qld
Posts: 1,425
Brisbane, Queensland, Australia

So far, 52 threads started and 19 are locked.

I have made a mental note to ignore any thread or comment you are associated with.

Sep 15 12 01:12 am Link Quote

Photographer

Andy Pearlman
Posts: 3,411
Los Angeles, California, US

Sophistocles wrote:
Because when the model is beside herself, I have to calm her down.

I love that answer, very clever.

Sep 15 12 01:17 am Link Quote

Photographer

-JAY-
Posts: 4,236
Las Vegas, Nevada, US

Kelly Anne-Marie wrote:
Who does such an act?!, A FAN!!!

NicoleNudes wrote:
...I doubt that

It's official, i'm baking you brownies when you come to Vegas.

Sep 15 12 01:23 am Link Quote

Photographer

Eye of Sicari
Posts: 36,478
Toledo, Ohio, US

-JAY- wrote:
I shoot in my home studio, and often sit on my LoveSac while shooting.

Though my weinerdog, Falcor is on it in the picture... I'm generally shooting from waist-height, which is perfect for what I do.

you and your sac!

Sep 15 12 04:37 am Link Quote

Photographer

T Brown
Posts: 1,615
Traverse City, Michigan, US

love sac??? I say love shack babeeee

Love Shack - B-52s

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=T8NhJNpQlsY

Sep 15 12 04:44 am Link Quote

Photographer

T Brown
Posts: 1,615
Traverse City, Michigan, US

Kelly Anne-Marie wrote:
"Above" the model? Is that just something that I am noticing?

* Let keep this thread clean and friendly on what we post. smile

Because I like to be on top...

Sep 15 12 04:45 am Link Quote

Photographer

That Italian Guy
Posts: 22,745
Bath, England, United Kingdom

Neil Snape wrote:
You mean like this?

Because it was hip. Still is.

That was the movie that inspired me to become a fashion photographer.

No kidding.

Ciao
Stefano

www.stefanobrunesci.com

Sep 15 12 04:47 am Link Quote

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salvatori.
Posts: 2,621
State College, Pennsylvania, US

Kelly Anne-Marie wrote:
"Above" the model? Is that just something that I am noticing?

* Let keep this thread clean and friendly on what we post. smile

So you take a defensive position as a model and want us photographers to keep it clean and friendly.

Good luck with that....

And of course, if a photographer had posted this and reversed the positions, you wouldn't be upset, right?

wtf...

Sep 15 12 04:49 am Link Quote

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Karl Blessing
Posts: 30,771
Grand Rapids, Michigan, US

She's less likely to escape if I have her pinned down... and a nice heavy lens does more damage with the help of gravity as opposed to fighting against gravity.

Sep 15 12 04:58 am Link Quote

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