Forums > Events > Mar 8th - Maidens in Paradise - Upland, CA

Photographer

Michael Bean

Posts: 944

Mira Loma, California, US

FINAL SHOOT REPORT - 32 PHOTOGRAPHERS / 11 MODELS / 10 PIZZAS / 5 SUBWAY SANDWICHES / 84 DEGREES.  GREAT SHOOT PEOPLE !!!

ATTENTION PHOTOGRAPHERS AND MODELS:  MY COMPUTER HAS CRASHED.  IF YOU NEED DIRECTIONS OR HAVE ANY PROBLEMS, PLEASE CALL ME DIRECTLY AT 951-214-8023.  THANK YOU !!  ALL OTHER SHOOT RELATED THINGS ARE GOING WELL.  GREAT WEATHER FOR THIS WEEKEND !!


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SOLD OUT ! 36 Days before the Event - Next Shoot - May 10th, 2014

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DESCRIPTION OF EVENT -- "Fabric Free Entertainment"

DETAILS OF THE EVENT

(1) Shoot Times will be 11am to 3pm with up to 2 hours for 1-on-1's beginning at 3:00. 

(2)We will be using a beautiful Home in Upland.  Featuring a Pool & Jacuzzi (Heated). This event will be in the format of past "Homegrown Hotties" Events. 

(3)Nude Models will be paid a base pay of $100.00 for the Group Shoot - You MUST work Nude during this time.
Implied / Lingerie / Bikini Models will be paid a base pay of $50.00 for the Group Shoot. IF YOU CHOSE TO NOT WORK NUDE DURING THE GROUP SHOOT, YOU WILL FORFEIT YOUR PAY FOR THAT PERIOD, UNLESS THIS IS PRE-ARRANGED WITH THE SPONSOR

We NEVER take a percentage of your 1-on-1 or Model Release money.
NOTE: A hard working model should be able to leave our shoot with an average of $300.00 for the day
(4)We will hire 10-12 figure / implied models.  We will feature some models who are new to our event and we will bring back a few favorites from past events.

(5)NOTE:  While we will make every effort to accomodate the models personal schedules, We also reserve the right to replace any model who cannot be accomodated, without advance notice. 

(6)We will be providing blank model releases for registered photographers at all of our future events.

(7)Pictures of the Location will be posted on my profile page soon (MM 21405).

(8)

Alcoholic Beverages / Drugs are not permitted at this event.

If you have questions about the shoot, please feel free to call me at (951)214-8023 Cell or MM# 21405

MODEL INSTRUCTIONS:

(1) You are being paid to participate as a Nude Model or Implied Model for the Group Shoot Portion of the event, In exchange for this, you will be paid $100 ($50.00 for Implied).
Other shoots do not pay for the first 4 hours - Your only pay is for 1-on-1's. -- You are required to pose Nude /Implied during the group shoot, (unless special arrangements are made with the Sponsor).

(2) You are NOT required to pose "Hustler" style but if you feel comfortable enough to do that, it is perfectly acceptable.

(3) Please do your own hair / make-up.  NOTE: If You turn out to be a "Dressing Room Camper", You will not be invited back. PLEASE BRING A TOWEL AND A PLASTIC BAG FOR YOUR WET CLOTHING WITH YOU. THERE IS A POOL AT THIS LOCATION.

(4) You may sell model releases for up to $20.00 each, $30.00 for Hustler Style.

(5) You will book your own 1-on-1 sessions, release included, at your own rate. (We recommend $40.00 per 30 minutes) but this rate is entirely up to you.

(6)

You must work the whole group shoot in order to sell 1-on-1 spots. I will not allow you to arrive at 3pm and expect to work the 1-on-1 portion without working the group shoot.
You will be provided a safe & friendly work environment.

(7)

Photographers are NOT allowed to touch or Manhandle you in any manner without your permission.

(8) As per the invitation letter which you all will receive - if you are 1 hour late, your base pay will be reduced by 25%.
PLEASE ARRIVE ON TIME.

PHOTOGRAPHER INSTRUCTIONS:

(1)If the Ratio becomes greater than 4 photographers to 1 Model, I will offer partial refunds to the photographers.  The amount will be determined solely by me based on the situation.

(2) Photographers limited to 30. This will be supported by at least 9 Models. 

(3)

Photographers are NOT allowed to touch or manhandle the models

(4) Registration $80.00 in advance.

(5) If you are a member of the New Faces Camera Club, Your Registration will be $70.00 -- You may join the NFCC for $35.00 per year at this event or any other NFCC event.

(6) If you bring a new Photographer who has not been to our event, You will get in for 1/2 price as long as he pays full price. If you bring 2 newbies, your entry is FREE.

(7) Models will be selling releases for the group shoot for $20.00 ($30.00 for Hustler Style)

(8) You can bring your own lighting equipment, but I would at least suggest a pocket wizard or similar unit. (*) NOTE:
PLEASE limit it to 1 light & stand per photog during the group portion.

Why do we suggest a Pocket Wizard?
It is to limit the number of cords that are lying on the ground so there is less of a chance of tripping over a cord

(9) For Private 1-on-1 shoots between 3:00 and 5:00pm, you may book your favorite model(s) in 30 minute increments at a rate of approximately $40.00 including release.

(10)

You must pay for the group shoot even if you do not participate in order to hire a model for 1-on-1's.

(11)

We are no longer accepting PayPal services.  This company engages in censorship and I will not support this.
NOTE:  Please Do Not Use PayPal for this Event.  The Email address for Maidens in Paradise is: "[email protected]". I will allow you to pay at the door if you send me an e-mail first to get a reservation. If you abuse this privilege, it will not be available to you again.

(12)If You give me a Deposit or Full Payment and cannot make the shoot, Call in Advance and your reservation money will be transferred to the next event. - (If you are a no show, there will be no refund.  I have to pay the models whether or not you show up) No Direct Cash Refunds

(13)If you tie up a model with an after shoot 1-on-1 and then are a no show (Without a Phone Call), You are responsible for paying the model her missed 1-on-1 fee.  A simple phone call to the model or sponsor can fix this and the model can replace you on her schedule.

THIS IS A LISTING OF INVITED MODELS - Models will be added as they are hired and we will do everything in our power to insure that they will show-up: Every one of these models is real (not a figment of my imagination) and their Model Mayhem numbers are listed for you to check out their portfolios.  PLEASE DO NOT HARASS THE MODELS WITH SILLY MESSAGES. It is acceptable to contact a model to arrange a 1-on-1 slot in advance.

PICTURES OF THE MODELS WILL BE ADDED AS THEY CONFIRM

ALEXIS NICHOLE (MM689981) - IMPLIED MODEL
Photo Credit: Faline Photography

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LILLY EVANS (DIANA OCHOA) (MM1523038) - NUDE MODEL
Photo Credit: Myke's Photos

https://photos.modelmayhem.com/photos/130613/05/51b9c16154c90.jpg

SEXY IRISH (MM2991468) - NUDE MODEL
Photo Credit: Indigo Images

https://photos.modelmayhem.com/photos/131213/15/52ab9b2052e2c.jpg

NATALIE STORM (MM1341365) - NUDE MODEL

https://photos.modelmayhem.com/photos/130819/11/521260a3c5560.jpg

STEPHANIE STONE (MM173028) - IMPLIED MODEL
Photo Credit: Robert Alvarado

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CANDACE LEILANI (MM2944141) - NUDE MODEL
Photo credit: MMPC Photography

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KARINA BLACKWELL (MM3063620) - NUDE MODEL
Photo Credit: Clean_Vegas

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KLOVER ISABELLA (NO MM) - NUDE MODEL
Photo Credit: Mike Bean

https://photos.modelmayhem.com/photos/140127/13/52e6cf80d2525.jpg

ROXANNE LAGUNAS (MM 1925879) - LINGERIE, BIKINI, IMPLIED MODEL
Photo Credit: Joe Duerr

https://photos.modelmayhem.com/photos/110601/20/4de704a8bf9ed.jpg

SUZANNE (LILLIE) WALTERS (No MM) - BIKINI / LINGERIE MODEL

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TAYLOR AULBACH (MM2529326) - NUDE MODEL
Photo Credit: SELECT MODELS (Gary Abigt)

https://photos.modelmayhem.com/photos/140118/08/52daac58ed98f.jpg

KRISTY SNOW (MM2913836) - NUDE MODEL
Photo Credit: Michael Bezjian Photography
https://photos.modelmayhem.com/photos/130617/23/51bfff63cf2a9.jpg

MIRANDA "MANDY" HAYES (MM2646050) - IMPLIED MODEL

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Jan 24 14 08:45 am Link

Photographer

Worlds Of Water

Posts: 37732

Rancho Cucamonga, California, US

Hosted a few Select Models shoots here before... FANTASTIC location... great jungle and swimming pool... very sweet antique furniture inside... lots of free parking.  You're all gonna love this place.  Here's some location pics!

https://img.photobucket.com/albums/v330/GaryAbigt/JuliePlace6.jpg

https://img.photobucket.com/albums/v330/GaryAbigt/JuliePlace9.jpg

https://img.photobucket.com/albums/v330/GaryAbigt/JuliePlace2.jpg

https://img.photobucket.com/albums/v330/GaryAbigt/JuliePlace5.jpg

https://img.photobucket.com/albums/v330/GaryAbigt/JuliePlace4.jpg

https://img.photobucket.com/albums/v330/GaryAbigt/JuliePlace8.jpg

https://img.photobucket.com/albums/v330/GaryAbigt/JuliePlace3.jpg

https://img.photobucket.com/albums/v330/GaryAbigt/JuliePlace1.jpg

Jan 24 14 11:08 am Link

Photographer

Images Maker

Posts: 763

Salinas, California, US

Welcome back, Mike, miss your group shoot, last couple of months. Had to watch football.

Jan 24 14 02:39 pm Link

Photographer

Digitalgonewild

Posts: 45

Pasadena, California, US

Welcome back..........and closer.......checking my calendar to make sure I can make this one.......

Jan 24 14 05:29 pm Link

Photographer

Cal

Posts: 749

Santa Ana, California, US

Michael Bean wrote:
(3) Please do your own hair / make-up.  NOTE: If You turn out to be a "Dressing Room Camper", You will not be invited back. PLEASE BRING A TOWEL WITH YOU. THERE IS A POOL AT THIS LOCATION.

Don't forget to bring a plastic bag big enough to put your towel and swim suit in after you dry off. Otherwise, if you put your wet itemsl in with your clothes, your clothes will become damp and after sitting a while a little musty.

Jan 25 14 02:58 am Link

Photographer

isthistobe

Posts: 17

Bentonville, Arkansas, US

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Jan 26 14 01:14 am Link

Model

Sexy Irish

Posts: 48

Riverside, California, US

Yay!!!! A new location!!!!! This is exciting Michael and all photographers attending!!!
xoxoxox

Jan 26 14 02:20 am Link

Photographer

TouchofEleganceStudios

Posts: 5480

Vallejo, California, US

Interested. Putting this one in my calendar.

smile

Jan 26 14 05:36 pm Link

Photographer

Wayne Cutler

Posts: 640

Los Angeles, California, US

Select Models wrote:
Hosted a few Select Models shoots here before... FANTASTIC location... great jungle and swimming pool back yard... some very sweet antique furniture inside... plenty of free parking.  You guys and girls are going to LOVE this place... borat

Is the place that you held a couple of shoots, Gary?  The place with the bulldogs and tortoises?

Jan 26 14 05:40 pm Link

Photographer

Wayne Cutler

Posts: 640

Los Angeles, California, US

Sorry, Gary, didn't read all of your posting.  Yep, the place with the bulldogs and tortoises.

Jan 26 14 05:42 pm Link

Photographer

Worlds Of Water

Posts: 37732

Rancho Cucamonga, California, US

Wayne Cutler wrote:
Sorry, Gary, didn't read all of your posting.  Yep, the place with the bulldogs and tortoises.

Hey Wayne... nope... NOT the place with bulldogs and tortoises.  That place is in Rancho Cucamonga.  This place is in Upland... wink

Jan 26 14 07:08 pm Link

Photographer

Bare Essential Photos

Posts: 3605

Upland, California, US

So, this is going to be a nude group shoot? It says "fabric free."

Jan 26 14 08:00 pm Link

Photographer

TouchofEleganceStudios

Posts: 5480

Vallejo, California, US

Bare Essential Photos wrote:
So, this is going to be a nude group shoot? It says "fabric free."

duh....

(3)Nude Models will be paid a base pay of $100.00 for the Group Shoot - You MUST work Nude during this time.

Anyone could have missed it.

smile

Jan 26 14 08:43 pm Link

Photographer

Alan-Photog

Posts: 109

Escondido, California, US

Add me to the "list", and send me the info. Please.

Jan 26 14 11:40 pm Link

Photographer

TouchofEleganceStudios

Posts: 5480

Vallejo, California, US

I have a question regarding Model Releases.

The fee to attend the Group Shoot is $80. Now with approx 10 models if a photographer is only going to shoot pics for portfolio use only and not to sell images do we get Model Releases for Portfolio Use Only or are we required to pay Model Releases to every model we might want to use or keep her images? At $20 a Model Release that means an extra $200. I would rather ask now than have a model send me a email request to remove her pic/pics from my portfolio because I did not pay her for a Model Release.

Jan 27 14 07:11 am Link

Photographer

Michael Bean

Posts: 944

Mira Loma, California, US

We've never really addressed the subject of releases but it sounds like something we should do.  I'm wondering how many people will abuse the "portfolio only" release if we were to provide them.  Worth talking about.

Jan 27 14 08:31 am Link

Photographer

TouchofEleganceStudios

Posts: 5480

Vallejo, California, US

Michael Bean wrote:
We've never really addressed the subject of releases but it sounds like something we should do.  I'm wondering how many people will abuse the "portfolio only" release if we were to provide them.  Worth talking about.

Let me get the conversation started.

!. Any model or photographer who wants to know if either party is selling their images or profitting from them in any way can simply do a Google Search. You would not believe how many things come up and how many places people post images. I can even tell you which forums you have posted in on MM and what you said in recent months.

2. "Abuse" if anyone wanted to abuse it they will no matter what.

3. The purpose of a Portfolio Use Only Model Release is merely so that "more photographers" will attend group shoots.

4. Photographers looking to do group shoots do it for the lower cost and getting to shoot several models for their money. For the $80 fee a photographer has to compete with 10 to 30 other photographers to shoot pics of a model. He has to hope to get at the right angle and that the model faces him once in a while or many pics are worthless. A group shoot is in no way like a one on one shoot. But, isn't that why we pay a lower fee. Lastly, like myself if someone like the look or the way a model works the camera they more than likely will ask to shoot one on one at some other time.

Jan 27 14 09:01 am Link

Photographer

JLS Photography

Posts: 208

Thousand Oaks, California, US

I guess you might as well sign me up.

Jan 27 14 01:29 pm Link

Photographer

Michael Bean

Posts: 944

Mira Loma, California, US

JLS Photography wrote:
I guess you might as well sign me up.

Damn Jim, You're making it look like I'm twisting your arm !!

Jan 27 14 02:03 pm Link

Photographer

JLS Photography

Posts: 208

Thousand Oaks, California, US

You are twisting my arm with the selected models.

Jan 27 14 02:27 pm Link

Photographer

Vintagevista

Posts: 11804

Sun City, California, US

Too bad we'll have to wait til March - but, I'll plan on it...

Jan 27 14 07:22 pm Link

Photographer

Michael Bean

Posts: 944

Mira Loma, California, US

ATTENTION - Today is January 28th - We are officially at the half way point in photographer registration.  This is the first time we get to use this home so we have to be careful not to overbook the location.  We have plenty of models (12) but we will have to cut it off sometime soon.  Get your reservation in now or miss out on the best shoot of the year !!

Jan 28 14 07:51 am Link

Photographer

Sensual Magic

Posts: 1706

Upland, California, US

Klover!!!!

https://cthompson.zenfolio.com/img/s3/v44/p839824476-4.jpg

https://cthompson.zenfolio.com/img/s2/v50/p1072995621-4.jpg

Jan 28 14 11:43 am Link

Photographer

Wayne Cutler

Posts: 640

Los Angeles, California, US

Sign me up, Mikey.  Have to watch Scieszinski.

Jan 28 14 12:19 pm Link

Photographer

Michael Bean

Posts: 944

Mira Loma, California, US

Wayne - you're in - I'm not positive but I think the pictures you have of Klover were shot at this location.

Jan 28 14 02:34 pm Link

Photographer

Images Maker

Posts: 763

Salinas, California, US

Michael Bean wrote:
Wayne - you're in - I'm not positive but I think the pictures you have of Klover were shot at this location.

You guys are the man, I never get to work with Klover on a personal shoot. I email her but ddn't get anything back from her.

Jan 28 14 05:17 pm Link

Photographer

3rd Rock Studios

Posts: 6

Cool, California, US

Looks good with the model selection so far!  Thanks for posting this WAY in advance, I might be able to make the trip down to So Cal to do this shoot!

Jan 28 14 09:30 pm Link

Photographer

Sensual Magic

Posts: 1706

Upland, California, US

Karina!!!

https://cthompson.zenfolio.com/img/s9/v89/p2123794410-4.jpg

https://cthompson.zenfolio.com/img/s9/v95/p1956400863-4.jpg

Jan 28 14 09:37 pm Link

Photographer

Worlds Of Water

Posts: 37732

Rancho Cucamonga, California, US

Location pics added... see above.  Here's a pic of Jenny (not attending) I shot at this location.

https://img.photobucket.com/albums/v330/GaryAbigt/Jenny3.jpg

Jan 29 14 12:26 am Link

Model

Playboy Leilani

Posts: 48

Los Angeles, California, US

Accepting pre bookings already!!! =] get in while you can !!!

Jan 29 14 12:43 am Link

Photographer

TheNormGallerys

Posts: 1512

Las Vegas, Nevada, US

Yo, Mike
    Would any of these three models be attending perchance?

Mai Mao Mayhem #120732
https://photos.modelmayhem.com/photos/131011/07/525805670f5b9_m.jpg

Chrissy Marie Mayhem #1224167
https://photos.modelmayhem.com/photos/131118/05/528a15a680b9e_m.jpg

Tia Kai Mayhem #420157
https://photos.modelmayhem.com/photos/131017/16/526073690f62d_m.jpg

Norm

Jan 29 14 04:57 am Link

Photographer

TouchofEleganceStudios

Posts: 5480

Vallejo, California, US

The line up and location are awesome guys. Having it in March is actually a bonus, gives you time to prepare. Had my screen cleaned and what a difference. Also, should have a new lens that I am excited about. Already bought one new lens and I am excited about trying them out at the shoot. Of course I will do some shoots to test them first. I am glad that with llimited slots for photographers that I signed up. I will have these two by then too:

http://www.amazon.com/X-Rite-MSCCPP-Col … pd_sim_p_1

http://www.amazon.com/Datacolor-SLC100- … B9Y4EET9SP

Saw them at Calumet in West Covina and liked what I saw.

Jan 29 14 05:42 am Link

Photographer

Michael Bean

Posts: 944

Mira Loma, California, US

TheNormGallerys wrote:
Yo, Mike
    Would any of these three models be attending perchance?

Mai Mao Mayhem #120732
https://photos.modelmayhem.com/photos/131011/07/525805670f5b9_m.jpg

Chrissy Marie Mayhem #1224167
https://photos.modelmayhem.com/photos/131118/05/528a15a680b9e_m.jpg

Tia Kai Mayhem #420157
https://photos.modelmayhem.com/photos/131017/16/526073690f62d_m.jpg

Norm

Not this time Norm, But I promise SOON !!

Jan 29 14 04:57 pm Link

Photographer

Images Maker

Posts: 763

Salinas, California, US

Very nice location, with great looking models. It will be fun, fun....

Jan 30 14 09:45 am Link

Photographer

photoguy35

Posts: 1040

Goodyear, Arizona, US

Michael Bean wrote:
We've never really addressed the subject of releases but it sounds like something we should do.  I'm wondering how many people will abuse the "portfolio only" release if we were to provide them.  Worth talking about.

Maybe just allow pics to be posted to this thread without a release?  My guess is the average model at the shoot doesn't sell all that many releases as it is.   I'd be surprised if the average sells over 5 releases, meaning only like 1 out of 8 photographers buys a release from that model, or conversely the average photographer buys 1 or 2 releases.  Given there apparently haven't been issues in the past, I don't see any big reason to change what seems to work pretty well.  Cutting off one of the model income streams might well cut down on the number/quality of models willing to attend.

Jan 30 14 08:30 pm Link

Photographer

Images Maker

Posts: 763

Salinas, California, US

Michael Bean wrote:
We've never really addressed the subject of releases but it sounds like something we should do.  I'm wondering how many people will abuse the "portfolio only" release if we were to provide them.  Worth talking about.

Just keep it the way it is, it is working and any change might rock the boat. Letting people to post pics of the shoot at this forum, without a release, might help both the model and promoter.

Jan 30 14 09:51 pm Link

Photographer

TheNormGallerys

Posts: 1512

Las Vegas, Nevada, US

Michael Bean wrote:
Not this time Norm, But I promise SOON !!

Mai Mao Mayhem #120732
https://photos.modelmayhem.com/photos/131011/07/525805670f5b9_m.jpg

Chrissy Marie Mayhem #1224167
https://photos.modelmayhem.com/photos/131118/05/528a15a680b9e_m.jpg

Tia Kai Mayhem #420157
https://photos.modelmayhem.com/photos/131017/16/526073690f62d_m.jpg

O.K. don't pull a you-know-who on us trusting, and devoted photographers now. Cuz it's not nice to fool Mother Nature!

Jan 31 14 04:47 am Link

Model

Sexy Irish

Posts: 48

Riverside, California, US

Yay!!!!!! Looks amazing! I am so excited! I can't wait to see and shoot with everyone again.
I am available for one on ones.
3-3:30 booked
3:30-4 open
4-4:30 open
4:30-5 open

Jan 31 14 03:39 pm Link

Model

Opheliasworld

Posts: 22

Carlsbad, California, US

I am so very excited for this shoot! BOOK ME NATALIE STORM for nude and erotica! I am also shooting video and G/G!! BOOK LAUREN and I together for a great deal smile we wanted to shoot very kinky this time smile

email me for my 1 on 1 rates smile

xoxo see you guys soon!

Feb 01 14 09:23 am Link

Model

Sexy Irish

Posts: 48

Riverside, California, US

OpheliaUncensored  wrote:
I am so very excited for this shoot! BOOK ME NATALIE STORM for nude and erotica! I am also shooting video and G/G!! BOOK LAUREN and I together for a great deal smile we wanted to shoot very kinky this time smile

email me for my 1 on 1 rates smile

xoxo see you guys soon!

Yay!!!! So excited to have my partner back in action! :-D hehehe

Lauren aka sexy Irish

Feb 02 14 05:56 am Link