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I had an opportunity to shoot with a 55+ year old model this past weekend. I had a ball. Can't quite figure out how to post links but the first two pics in my portfolio are from that shoot. Edit. Photos have been replaced in this portfolio. Time marches on. Check Facebook.com/CoyoteCreationsNW. Look for jeans and a blue sweater against a red background. I had a ball. Very different experience from the 20 something models I normally use. This is not a thread about professionalism. Assume we are only talking about serious customers or models. I'll stipulate that all ages are attractive, not my point at all, even though she is a very attractive lady. I was enthralled with how comfortable the shoot felt in the first moments. Might not have been the age difference. Perhaps she was just a very self assured person. This was one of the least self conscious people I have shot. Very comfortable with her strengths and weaknesses. You could imagine her purring when she stretched. Made me want to seek out more work with mature models. What have your positive and negative experiences been with models or customers in their mature years? Oct 24 12 07:24 pm Link Thanks for saying kind things about us Mature Models. we need love and WORK too! Dec 29 12 12:06 pm Link WTF? the first pic, top row, same as your avi, that woman is 55? YGTBFKM. are you sure you didn't misunderstand? she's fantastic. EDIT: just checked the date of OP's thread starter. late to the ball game. not even sure which pic we're talking about now. LOL. Dec 29 12 12:37 pm Link Me Me wrote: +1 Dec 29 12 08:23 pm Link 55 isn't so old. Dec 30 12 10:35 am Link Coyote Creations NW wrote: As a soon to be 47 year old newbie model I have also had a ball shooting with photographers from age 24 to much older! It is very nice to meet someone who is willing and comfortable to collaborate and create and who "is" in the driver's seat of the shoot and as the same time is willing to work with their 'comfortable-in-their-own-skin and non self-inhibited' subject." Dec 30 12 10:43 am Link 35+ is my overwhelming preference. If I could find more 50+ models to work with, I'd like that even better. Never any nonsense--they make and keep commitments easily, show up on time ready for work, don't sweat the occasional wrinkle or fight me on posing choices, and have something interesting to say during the "chat" portion of the shoot. All hail the "mature model" (or boudoir customer--see my blog post on the matter -- http://sourcelightphoto.com/mature-boudoir/ ) Of course, at 61, they're all kids to me. Dec 30 12 11:04 am Link Sourcelight Photography wrote: This is another benefit of shooting with mature photographers too! They "get" it. Dec 30 12 11:09 am Link Maturity is as much a state of mind as it is about age. Dec 30 12 11:19 am Link John Malloch Caldwell wrote: Absolutely. For the past 40 years or so, I've operated on the assumption that the appropriate age for growing up is about 2 years older than whatever I am at the time. Fortunately, I mostly get a pass now because most people assume my natural goofiness is really a manifestation of advanced senility. They could be right, I suppose; it's quite possible I've been senile since my teens. Dec 30 12 01:47 pm Link MyrnaByrna wrote: Well, we do get some things, but not necessarily "it." At least, not as often as before. Dec 30 12 01:49 pm Link When I joined Model Mayhem I was really surprised to see how many mature women are confident enough to model. I started modelling at 35, now I'm 60 and still going. I often pose for artists and photographers who are even older than I am. Over the years I have had the opportunity to model alongside a number of other mature models as well, and it has always been a great experience. Dec 30 12 01:57 pm Link That's amazing. I often get told I'm too old and I'm "only" 31!  Jan 03 13 11:48 am Link mature models are much easier to work with.. love em all! Jan 03 13 09:31 pm Link John Malloch Caldwell wrote: Agreed. Age is just a number. Jan 04 13 07:35 am Link Coyote Creations NW wrote: Exactly! It's about the better "connection" than the usual. It shows in the facial expressions. I prefer to shoot with more mature models because of that reason (and often less drama before and after the shoot). Jan 04 13 07:51 am Link John Malloch Caldwell wrote: Shira Gaffney wrote: True, but there is something that happens at around 25years old for most all of us. Even if it's a subtle change...it still happens. We see things with a slightly different perspective (like how we relate to our parents). Wisdom comes with age (usually), as well as certain hormonal changes happen with age, there's no denial. There ARE chemical changes. Jan 04 13 07:53 am Link I love mature llamas, I wish I could find more of them. Jan 04 13 07:59 am Link As a mature model I have had many photographers say that they really like shooting with me. We can have good conversations because we have similar interests and can relate on things from music, movies and even technology. I also have photographers comment on my wardrobe selection. Mature models tend to have a more in depth wardrobe varying from business suits to formal evening gowns. Plus, I see know of many photographers that want to talk to a model by phone before booking her/him. They don't just want to text. Age does have some advantages. I say thanks to all of the photographers that recognize that someone over 30 or 40 has something to offer. Jan 04 13 03:15 pm Link Fine Wine, I Like your model name. It's a great analogy. This year's Beaujolais is best used immediately. A good red Bordeaux or vintage port takes time to mature. Why wait? Every wine guide tells the story, the aroma and favors become more complex and smoothly blended. The well aged wines are not for everyone. Their more subtle and nuanced character are most appreciated by someone with a experienced and educated palate. Stick with it ladies (I meant ladies, not women, I try to be precise with my words). You are very much appreciated. Jan 06 13 08:46 am Link Coyote Creations NW wrote: Thanks Coyote. You are right. Everyone has different tastes. Well aged wines and mature models aren't for everyone, but it's nice to know they are still appreciated. Jan 06 13 12:13 pm Link Fine Wine wrote: I prefer a mature model for many reasons. Jan 06 13 03:38 pm Link I actually started a LIST of the most beautiful "mature" models on MM come check it out https://www.modelmayhem.com/list/225539 Jan 06 13 03:48 pm Link I'm glad us older ladies are appreciated for our maturity...so thank you! Jan 06 13 03:55 pm Link Coyote Creations NW wrote: Exactly... Jan 06 13 03:57 pm Link I think mature llamas - men and women - would be great to work with... Jan 06 13 04:02 pm Link ArtisticGlamour wrote: I have to say I agree...of course I am prejudice because I am a mature model. But I have had photographers also give this reason for liking to work with me. I have worked with most photographers more than once so I have taken that as a compliment. Jan 06 13 04:16 pm Link Misty R H wrote: +1 Jan 06 13 04:49 pm Link |
