I get asked all the time by artist and photographers that wish to work worth me and only a couple models. Why is that? Do you want to work with me or do I intimidate you, because I shouldn't lol
Foxy Tokala wrote: I get asked all the time by artist and photographers that wish to work worth me and only a couple models. Why is that? Do you want to work with me or do I intimidate you, because I shouldn't lol
No, you don't intimidate me.
Would I work with you? I suppose it would depend on the project.
I wouldn't take it personally, if models aren't asking to work with you ... It's possible they find your profile a little demanding, maybe. It also seems you're quite busy.
Orca Bay Images wrote: Why would you intimidate anyone?
EDIT: Just looked at your profile. Very diva-esque. Not wanting to work with a diva is not the same as being intimidated.
I can see why that may come across, I am just trying to be as straight f
Forward in as few lines as possible....and I have no idea I just picked that word from nowhere...
Would I work with you? I suppose it would depend on the project.
I wouldn't take it personally, if models aren't asking to work with you ... It's possible they find your profile a little demanding, maybe. It also seems you're quite busy.
That is true I never really thought of it coming across as me being to busy. Thank you for your feedback.
From what i saw in your port most likely no. I the over make-up diva does not work for you. Also your poses look stiff, and forced. I might suggest a more girl next door look, a little more clean and wholesome. Your Cos play shots looked the best I suspect because it was more laid back and fun.
No. Your portfolio is lacking (full of snapshots), all of your poses look very awkward, and your profile is full of useless information. The first part of your profile entitled "The Latest Update" is just you bragging, although no actual accomplishment has taken place. Nobody needs to know that info, and it just makes you look insecure.
Edit: It appears you also insist on bringing an escort. I wouldn't work with you based on that fact alone.
fullmetalphotographer wrote: Loki: An ant has no quarrel with a boot.
From what i saw in your port most likely no. I the over make-up diva does not work for you. Also your poses look stiff, and forced. I might suggest a more girl next door look, a little more clean and wholesome. Your Cos play shots looked the best I suspect because it was more laid back and fun.
I have several up coming shoots that I think may fit your request and thank you I will try to keep that in my thoughts next time I shoot
Eesh, 104 images. No, no, no. Cut out 90% of them, keep only your best work, get rid of your escort policy, get rid of your "I will walk out/block you/etc. if I don't like something about you", and cut out half your profile. Oh, and not doing nudes/implied except for payment is amateurish.
_eMMe_ wrote: Your shots are very amateur, but your profile sounds as you think you are a pro. You need to improve, before dictatig rules.
I hate that people keep thinking that what I am trying to do is say a lot in as few words as possible on my profile. Not trying to sound rude or like a diva. Please tell me what you read that made you think that so I may re word it. I know I am just starting out professionally so I don't mean for my profile to sound like I think higher than what I am capable.
MelissaAnn wrote: No. Your portfolio is lacking (full of snapshots), all of your poses look very awkward, and your profile is full of useless information. The first part of your profile entitled "The Latest Update" is just you bragging, although no actual accomplishment has taken place. Nobody needs to know that info, and it just makes you look insecure.
Edit: It appears you also insist on bringing an escort. I wouldn't work with you based on that fact alone.
My escort rule is for photographers and if there is going to be another model working with me then I wouldn't need an escort that is simply if it is one on one with someone I have never worked with before. The update was because people keep asking what I've been up to and I thought it was being nice, I never meant for it to sound like I'm bragging at all.
T A Y L O R wrote: Eesh, 104 images. No, no, no. Cut out 90% of them, keep only your best work, get rid of your escort policy, get rid of your "I will walk out/block you/etc. if I don't like something about you", and cut out half your profile. Oh, and not doing nudes/implied except for payment is amateurish.
That I do plan on doing as soon as I get more images back. What do you think is a good number to have? I put the block part up because I had to change my number and block some people due to their lack of professionalism. If I do tf for all my work then I will make no money and I rely on mayhem's money to help with bills. I am not trying for top model this is just for me and my love of modeling and images.
Like the others have said, your poses are lacking. There is nothing about your portfolio that jumps out as awesome or a good contrast to myself. While I'm not
Like the others said, you're also very dramatic. Not my thing. If you toned it down, and worked toward a more fashion look, I'd work with you. Also if you considered implied. But otherwise no go.
That I do plan on doing as soon as I get more images back. What do you think is a good number to have? I put the block part up because I had to change my number and block some people due to their lack of professionalism. If I do tf for all my work then I will make no money and I rely on mayhem's money to help with bills. I am not trying for top model this is just for me and my love of modeling and images.
I will say the fact that you're receptive to the critiques people are giving is a great thing. It shows (at least to me) that you're really serious about this.
As for a particular number, there isn't a good one. If you have 104 astonishingly great images, it's awesome to post them. But I'd say you should only keep your very, very best, and put "more" images on a separate website people can go to if they're curious about your other work. I would say ditch all but one of the "myspace" personal pics. I would keep no more than 2 images from every shoot. Anything else just bogs it down.
I'm curious as to two things. One, what you define as "lack of professionalism" and two how much paid work you're getting. If you're getting the amount you want, then you're golden and it doesn't really matter what we think. If you aren't, you may want to consider why and what can help. I've done plenty of nude trade to build my portfolio and I plan on hiring a photographer shortly to shoot nude/erotic work because he's the fucking tits and will hopefully make me even more hire-able.
Emily Smiles
Posts: 254
Columbia, South Carolina, US
I would pass on working with you currently because your entire page comes off as DIVA! You need to trim down to your best images. Try for no more than 20, and perhaps a folder for images you're just crazy about but aren't the top-notch best. I would delete the hair color folders that are no longer your current hair color, unless you can sort it as I have said above..
Your entire Bio comes off as diva-ish. You're not an internationally known model, but you come off as snooty and arrogant in your profile. I would suggest a rewrite. Take it down to a two to four paragraphs. I would say something like:
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I constantly update my portfolio. My most recent photos begin with the maid outfit. My folders are in order from newest to oldest. I will continue to change my avatar as I get new photos up. All 'Unassigned' pictures are the newest and will be sorted into folders when I get even newer work uploaded. I try to reply to each message and request, but please be patient with me.
Currently seeking:
I'm currently looking for a permanent hair stylist (capable of many different styles; pin-up, cornrows, etc.. Cut and color is a bonus!), a temporary tattoo artist/henna artist. I'm also seeking a GIANT martini prop. Photographers, if you have this, PLEASE email me! I'm looking for someone to bring my clothing designs to life as well! Please message me if you are interested.
Body Modifications:
Hair: color changes often, please message me for the latest update. (Lighter blonde, white, white/blue (possibly more mixed colors after not 100% sure yet, red, black, back to my natural dirty blonde hair)
Ears: two holes in my left ear (lower lobe) and one hole in my right ear (BOTH left holes are a size 12 and one is soon to be a 10 and my RIGHT ear is a size 8!
Lips: Closed hole on my right lower lip from a lip ring, but you can NOT notice it unless I bite my lip and pull the lip back!
NO tattoos
(Ear gauging does not affect the image if I do not wear my gauges)
I respectfully ask 3 things. I will not do Implied or Nude for Trade. I prefer to have an escort. Safety first! Please interact with me in a respectful manner. This includes messaging prior to shoot, shooting conduct, and communication after the shoot. I keep my professional life professional, and I'd expect you to do the same.
THEN I WOULD GET RID OF THE FOLLOWING ALL TOGETHER OR SERIOUSLY DOWNSIZE. IF YOUR IDEA HAS BEEN BOOKED, DELETE IT FROM THE LIST.
"My goal is to make thousands of beautiful pictures, I am a very open minded person and have a very special taste in my pictures. I love the outdoors, fetish, two girls, animal, cosplay, you name it I'll more than likely do it, IF of course I approve of your work first. I'd like to get to know other models as well to improve myself as a model. Please contact me through this site or via email. Hopefully I can work with you soon.
Foxy Tokala wrote: Please tell me what you read that made you think that so I may re word it.
Take out this:
*CURRENTLY LOOKING FOR A PERMANENT HAIR STYLIST (One that can do MANY different styles, from Pinup to hair-show to cornrows etc...if you can do cut and color that is a major bonus but not a deal breaker)
*CURRENTLY LOOKING FOR A CLOTHING CREATOR! (I have many designs already so this would not be for someone that has their own designs in mind! I just need help bringing my designs (Copyright) to life and of course the more work involved then I will pay for it!!!)
.... and post a casting call instead.
(You have to be kidding, though, if you think any clothing creator is going to just make your designs "(copyright)" for free. You WILL likely pay for this service, or learn to sew yourself.)
AND THIS .......
```I HAVE 3 NON NEGOTIABLE RULES```(Please abide by these rules)
1. Implied and Nude: NO TF
2. I ALWAYS bring an escort (If I have worked with you many times then I will probably not, BUT with a new photographer it is a MUST!!!) I am NOT a signed model (Yet ;D) so I have to put my safety first! I hope you understand.
3. I have the right to leave at any point I feel pushed or uncomfortable! (This includes being rude/disrespectful in person, via mail or phone as well, if you message me about porn or text me about non work related matters, I WILL BLOCK YOU! I have had to do this before so this is more than just precaution for me! Thank you for understanding and I look forward to shooting and working with you!!!)
The heading alone is demanding - non-negotiable rules, please abide, etc, etc.
#1 -- I'll leave this one alone. Frankly, if you don't want to even consider TF for this kind of work, that's your own business.
#2 -- You're implying photographers are dangerous and out to get you. New photographers especially won't work with you or contact you because they immediately feel you mistrust them. What kind of stuff are you doing and what kind of people are you talking to that makes you feel this is sketchy and dangerous and you need a bodyguard? That is what's really concerning.
#3 -- This stuff goes without saying. Exclaiming it on your page makes people think you're easily offended and dramatic. It's unsettling and uninviting. Will the new photographer accidentally offend you and end up getting blocked and maybe publicly humiliated?
Everything about this stuff says "Too risky." A photographer will seek out a more professional model. Every time.
Get rid of 9/10 of the profile, 9/10 of the pictures, like the NINE images in this bikini
Plus, the escort, and the drama, and you might get somewhere. You REALLY need to get a variety of quality nude work, visible, if you want to get good paid work. Nothing in your port or profile says professional, it's not surprising you have to deal with amateurish behavior.
As Taylor said, it's promising that you are receptive to suggestions. Listen to her, check out her port and profile, and the same with other quality professionals.
Koryn Locke
Posts: 31,988
Boston, Massachusetts, US
I would shoot with you if paid to do so.
I would be unlikely to select you for a TFP project. You have a lot of demands (escort policy, no trade nudes, etc) that make you come across as high maintenance, and possibly unpleasant to work with.
Your portfolio could be trimmed down a lot, or otherwise greatly improved by shooting with photographers who are producing a higher quality of work.
Samantha Emme wrote: Like the others have said, your poses are lacking. There is nothing about your portfolio that jumps out as awesome or a good contrast to myself. While I'm not
Like the others said, you're also very dramatic. Not my thing. If you toned it down, and worked toward a more fashion look, I'd work with you. Also if you considered implied. But otherwise no go.
I know that is because I am fairly new to modeling I do have some new great poses that are different than what I have from my tan shoot, but I can't post them yet .....Ok dramatic I can understand why you would say that. I do want to do more Fashion shoots, so hopefully that will even out my port. And I do have implied looks in my port Thank you for your feedback it helps.
I will say the fact that you're receptive to the critiques people are giving is a great thing. It shows (at least to me) that you're really serious about this.
As for a particular number, there isn't a good one. If you have 104 astonishingly great images, it's awesome to post them. But I'd say you should only keep your very, very best, and put "more" images on a separate website people can go to if they're curious about your other work. I would say ditch all but one of the "myspace" personal pics. I would keep no more than 2 images from every shoot. Anything else just bogs it down.
I'm curious as to two things. One, what you define as "lack of professionalism" and two how much paid work you're getting. If you're getting the amount you want, then you're golden and it doesn't really matter what we think. If you aren't, you may want to consider why and what can help. I've done plenty of nude trade to build my portfolio and I plan on hiring a photographer shortly to shoot nude/erotic work because he's the fucking tits and will hopefully make me even more hire-able.
Ok I could do that but I worry what if my definition of a "great" image is not one that photographers or other models would find great?! That is the only reason I keep several up to see which ones get more hits and then I was planning on taking down the lesser of them afterwards. AHAHAHAHA Sorry but that last part was awesome! Ok one the lack of professionalism I think you are refering to what the photographer did?! He kept texting me about hanging out other than shoots, and another photographer asked me to do porno.... etc....Two: I get some paid work I would like more but I understand since I am new I have to give and take...I just can't get rid of my only way of income since I usually wind up doing TF for everything else XD
Paige Morgan wrote: Your profile has a large amount of unnecessary info, the relevant information gets lost in it.
With 104 images, the same applies to your actual photos. Edit, edit, edit.
There's also a lot of conditionals/demands/thou shalt nots.
Plus ....escort. Not a single one of the professional jobs I've ever been on has allowed an escort, other than a parent for models under 18.
I'd pass on working with you, as it seems we are working with different goals/markets in mind.
What would you consider relevant or irrelevant?! I know I know I need to edit that down...like I said before I just worry I'll get rid of the good images ..I know about that to, but when it is tf and since I am not signed I have to for my safety....I know it sounds wrong or weird but like I also said if another model is going to be working with me (then obviously that counts as an escort) Just as long as I'm not alone in a hotel with someone I never met or heard of before until they asked me to do nude work for them....LOL >< Thank you for your feedback!
I wouldn't work with you because of the work in your portfolio, which is very amateur. Just simple snapshots and all. First of all, delete all those cellphone/webcam pictures. It's very unprofessional. Next, cut your portfolio down to 1 simple portrait, 1 with heavier make-up portrait, 1 full body in bikini and 1 full body in clothing. It'll look more professional and will attract better photographers. Right now, you're portfolio looks like a hot mess.
I know this was for models to respond but I wanted to say that I really do like your look, features and height, but (and I don't know that this is the case) it looks like maybe you're only accepting shoots with photographers who are willing to pay you? And it shows in the quality of the images.
I would plead with you to do whatever it takes to work with high quality photographers and forget about that "no TF*" rule, for at least a period of time until you can raise the quality of the images.
Although I like your look it is very difficult to get past the image quality and that ultimately lowers your value and, in fact, turns many away.
I'm sure others would be more inclined to want to work with you if you only had 2 or 3 unedited polaroids (as opposed to pages of extremely inferior shots).
I wouldnt work with you because I'm a petite model and pics just look better with another petitr girl but I would say when I ran through your profile I expected to see much better pics in your portfolio and was quite disappointed that your pics do not look you have ever been published
Foxy Tokala wrote: I know that is because I am fairly new to modeling I do have some new great poses that are different than what I have from my tan shoot, but I can't post them yet .....Ok dramatic I can understand why you would say that. I do want to do more Fashion shoots, so hopefully that will even out my port. And I do have implied looks in my port Thank you for your feedback it helps.
Then show me these great poses. I can't just take you for your word that you're great and amazing. As for implied, I know this, but I wouldn't pay you to pose with me implied (which a lot of beauty shots are). But you're welcome.
Emily Smiles wrote: I would pass on working with you currently because your entire page comes off as DIVA! You need to trim down to your best images. Try for no more than 20, and perhaps a folder for images you're just crazy about but aren't the top-notch best. I would delete the hair color folders that are no longer your current hair color, unless you can sort it as I have said above..
Your entire Bio comes off as diva-ish. You're not an internationally known model, but you come off as snooty and arrogant in your profile. I would suggest a rewrite. Take it down to a two to four paragraphs. I would say something like:
***********************************************************
I constantly update my portfolio. My most recent photos begin with the maid outfit. My folders are in order from newest to oldest. I will continue to change my avatar as I get new photos up. All 'Unassigned' pictures are the newest and will be sorted into folders when I get even newer work uploaded. I try to reply to each message and request, but please be patient with me.
Currently seeking:
I'm currently looking for a permanent hair stylist (capable of many different styles; pin-up, cornrows, etc.. Cut and color is a bonus!), a temporary tattoo artist/henna artist. I'm also seeking a GIANT martini prop. Photographers, if you have this, PLEASE email me! I'm looking for someone to bring my clothing designs to life as well! Please message me if you are interested.
Body Modifications:
Hair: color changes often, please message me for the latest update. (Lighter blonde, white, white/blue (possibly more mixed colors after not 100% sure yet, red, black, back to my natural dirty blonde hair)
Ears: two holes in my left ear (lower lobe) and one hole in my right ear (BOTH left holes are a size 12 and one is soon to be a 10 and my RIGHT ear is a size 8!
Lips: Closed hole on my right lower lip from a lip ring, but you can NOT notice it unless I bite my lip and pull the lip back!
NO tattoos
(Ear gauging does not affect the image if I do not wear my gauges)
I respectfully ask 3 things. I will not do Implied or Nude for Trade. I prefer to have an escort. Safety first! Please interact with me in a respectful manner. This includes messaging prior to shoot, shooting conduct, and communication after the shoot. I keep my professional life professional, and I'd expect you to do the same.
THEN I WOULD GET RID OF THE FOLLOWING ALL TOGETHER OR SERIOUSLY DOWNSIZE. IF YOUR IDEA HAS BEEN BOOKED, DELETE IT FROM THE LIST.
"My goal is to make thousands of beautiful pictures, I am a very open minded person and have a very special taste in my pictures. I love the outdoors, fetish, two girls, animal, cosplay, you name it I'll more than likely do it, IF of course I approve of your work first. I'd like to get to know other models as well to improve myself as a model. Please contact me through this site or via email. Hopefully I can work with you soon.
Hope I helped!
I love how you worded and I will probably copy and paste it! Thank you and I only keep up ones I have already taken or booked because I don't want me not having it up there to scare away potential photographers that are wanting to do that type of shoot with me but think I am not interested.
Foxy Tokala wrote: Please tell me what you read that made you think that so I may re word it.
Take out this:
*CURRENTLY LOOKING FOR A PERMANENT HAIR STYLIST (One that can do MANY different styles, from Pinup to hair-show to cornrows etc...if you can do cut and color that is a major bonus but not a deal breaker)
*CURRENTLY LOOKING FOR A CLOTHING CREATOR! (I have many designs already so this would not be for someone that has their own designs in mind! I just need help bringing my designs (Copyright) to life and of course the more work involved then I will pay for it!!!)
.... and post a casting call instead.
(You have to be kidding, though, if you think any clothing creator is going to just make your designs "(copyright)" for free. You WILL likely pay for this service, or learn to sew yourself.)
AND THIS .......
The heading alone is demanding - non-negotiable rules, please abide, etc, etc.
#1 -- I'll leave this one alone. Frankly, if you don't want to even consider TF for this kind of work, that's your own business.
#2 -- You're implying photographers are dangerous and out to get you. New photographers especially won't work with you or contact you because they immediately feel you mistrust them. What kind of stuff are you doing and what kind of people are you talking to that makes you feel this is sketchy and dangerous and you need a bodyguard? That is what's really concerning.
#3 -- This stuff goes without saying. Exclaiming it on your page makes people think you're easily offended and dramatic. It's unsettling and uninviting. Will the new photographer accidentally offend you and end up getting blocked and maybe publicly humiliated?
Everything about this stuff says "Too risky." A photographer will seek out a more professional model. Every time.
Art of the nude wrote: Get rid of 9/10 of the profile, 9/10 of the pictures, like the NINE images in this bikini
Plus, the escort, and the drama, and you might get somewhere. You REALLY need to get a variety of quality nude work, visible, if you want to get good paid work. Nothing in your port or profile says professional, it's not surprising you have to deal with amateurish behavior.
As Taylor said, it's promising that you are receptive to suggestions. Listen to her, check out her port and profile, and the same with other quality professionals.
I'm sorry but your comment is sounding rude already I asked for models opinions not photographers I have no problem working with photographers and have many requests to work with me. I will NOT put up my nude work for free as I have tried that before and all I got was perverted requests or people wanting to do only nude work with me and I am trying to be more professional than just nude work. I only have a lot of certain images because I don't have 18 different bikini shoots so far, just the two (therefor I put more images up) but once as I have stated before I do more I will most definately take a lot of the older ones down.
But thank you for your feedback and I will take it kindly
ShivaKitty wrote: I would shoot with you if paid to do so.
I would be unlikely to select you for a TFP project. You have a lot of demands (escort policy, no trade nudes, etc) that make you come across as high maintenance, and possibly unpleasant to work with.
Your portfolio could be trimmed down a lot, or otherwise greatly improved by shooting with photographers who are producing a higher quality of work.
I really liked how one model reworded my port so I am more than likely going to use that! I promise I am no drama and most definately fun to work with. Any of the photographers I have worked with would say so! I hope LOL. Thank you for your feedback it does help
LizaK wrote: I wouldn't work with you because of the work in your portfolio, which is very amateur. Just simple snapshots and all. First of all, delete all those cellphone/webcam pictures. It's very unprofessional. Next, cut your portfolio down to 1 simple portrait, 1 with heavier make-up portrait, 1 full body in bikini and 1 full body in clothing. It'll look more professional and will attract better photographers. Right now, you're portfolio looks like a hot mess.
I know it's because I do not know which pictures are more attractive than the others because to me I may find one I think would work better but for the photographer or model they might have wanted me to keep a different one! I wish I had a agency to help me pic and recycle them better but I am just working on what I have which is me at the moment. LOL. I am planning on a resizing as soon as I get more work back! Thank you
Michael Pandolfo wrote: I know this was for models to respond but I wanted to say that I really do like your look, features and height, but (and I don't know that this is the case) it looks like maybe you're only accepting shoots with photographers who are willing to pay you? And it shows in the quality of the images.
I would plead with you to do whatever it takes to work with high quality photographers and forget about that "no TF*" rule, for at least a period of time until you can raise the quality of the images.
Although I like your look it is very difficult to get past the image quality and that ultimately lowers your value and, in fact, turns many away.
I'm sure others would be more inclined to want to work with you if you only had 2 or 3 unedited polaroids (as opposed to pages of extremely inferior shots).
I am only saying no TF to NUDE or IMPLIED! I LOVE TF work but 99% of the time I have done TF I end up paying 100.00+ dollars for makeup hair accesories whatever because I really want the image to be the best it could be. That is why you are noticing some shots obviously are getting better than others. These are images I have collected over the past 6 years. As soon as I get more work and more recent work I promise to get rid of the candid type shots and keep only the really good ones. But until then I don't have much images to offer so I keep up several images from those shoots to see which ones are liked more so I know which ones to keep for later! I understand EVERYTHING you are saying and hopefully with time I can have my port reflect that! Thank you kindly
.....Ok dramatic I can understand why you would say that. I do want to do more Fashion shoots, so hopefully that will even out my port. And I do have implied looks in my port 
Thank you for your feedback it helps.
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