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Model

Annie S

Posts: 197

Minneapolis, Minnesota, US

Ella Wilkes Photography wrote:
Hi smile sorry for the delay.
You have a very sweet port. I am not much of a commercial photographer so I am unsure on what help I can be critique wise, but I will say this, try not to have doubles. For eg, I'd ditch the green dress with the white chair, it is no where near as nice as the other in the same dress. Also the B&W pearls portrait I would get rid of too, the colour and full length are so much nicer. Otherwise you are a good commercial model with a sweet port smile

Thanks! Will get that done very soon smile

Jul 01 14 09:25 am Link

Model

Alexandra Spencer

Posts: 64

Sydney, New South Wales, Australia

Love to know

Jul 02 14 02:55 pm Link

Photographer

KeithWJordan

Posts: 65

Boynton Beach, Florida, US

Not sure if you missed me or just haven't gotten to me yet...original post was some time ago. Thanks in advance for your time.

Jul 02 14 03:41 pm Link

Photographer

RaymondAnthonyPhoto

Posts: 4

Las Vegas, Nevada, US

Sure what do you have for me?

Jul 02 14 03:47 pm Link

Photographer

Cynthia Gannon

Posts: 2

Atlanta, Georgia, US

Come at me, bro.

Jul 04 14 09:10 am Link

Model

Anita1993

Posts: 316

Venlo, Limburg, Netherlands

Okay smile

Jul 04 14 09:26 am Link

Model

Jon Champ

Posts: 130

Mississauga, Ontario, Canada

If you have time I would like one as well.

Jul 04 14 03:04 pm Link

Model

cnicole

Posts: 60

Laurel, Maryland, US

Me please

Jul 05 14 07:39 am Link

Photographer

Ella Wilkes Photography

Posts: 414

Canberra, Australian Capital Territory, Australia

Hellen Makaryan wrote:
let me know please! New aspiring model here smile

Naw, your avi looked so promising....
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This member is either awaiting approval or has removed their profile from the site."

Jul 10 14 10:47 pm Link

Photographer

Ella Wilkes Photography

Posts: 414

Canberra, Australian Capital Territory, Australia

Kasey Lestrange MUA wrote:
When you get the chance I'd love to know what you think of my portfolio!

Truly sorry for the delay as I have explained before ^^

You look like a MUA that doesn't just make a face pretty but you transform it into an artwork.
Your natural work is just as nice as your more avant-garde ones, which are beautifully done. I adore the blue feathers.
You obviously know your trade and I think you have some great potential. Keep reaching out to amazing photogs to get your great work out there smile
thank you for your patience.

Jul 10 14 10:52 pm Link

Photographer

Ella Wilkes Photography

Posts: 414

Canberra, Australian Capital Territory, Australia

Jessica Model wrote:
Interested

Hi smile sorry for how long this has taken.
You have a lovely port there. I really love your avatar, it's a great simple image. I also love the simple cheeky half smile in the third shot, you have a little of repetition in your expression. Don't be afraid to show other faces, pull expressions that aren't safe and that take risks, that can be what makes a good model great.
I think your posing is good and you have great light awareness I would just spend some time working on the faces that are more 'ugly-pretty'.
Best of luck smile

Jul 10 14 11:05 pm Link

Photographer

Ella Wilkes Photography

Posts: 414

Canberra, Australian Capital Territory, Australia

Ohka wrote:
i would love to her your critique smile

Hello smile thanks for the patience

You have some good potential however I think you need to find some better photogs. You have some killer shots that make you look awesome and then you have some real flops that bring the level of professionalism down.
Remember the same branding with your avatar, the one you have now deosnt show your face or your skills to the highest level.

I would suggest approaching your local photogs and get some practice in. Best of luck smile

Jul 10 14 11:10 pm Link

Photographer

Ella Wilkes Photography

Posts: 414

Canberra, Australian Capital Territory, Australia

JoshuaDavisPhotography wrote:
Sure, go ahead.

Hi smile

wow you have shot with one of my favorite models ^^ though I do feel like I see that blue back drop a bit much in a small port like yours. It is a gorgeous colour but you don't want to look like a one trick pony.
I like your avatar choice but I like others in your collection more.
Your outdoor/natural light work to me has a bit more depth than your studio, I have a soft spot for natural light and the dynamics ir creates.
You obviously have a a great technical knowledge and really know how to capture a great portrait, I would maybe say take some risks in your work, it can lead to wonderful results and lessons.
cheers,
Ella

Jul 10 14 11:31 pm Link

Photographer

Ella Wilkes Photography

Posts: 414

Canberra, Australian Capital Territory, Australia

Dusty Rhoads wrote:
Sock it to me

Ok well I have to say I don't think our styles are cohesive. I am sorey to say I don't really understand your work. I find your full on lighting choices in your outdoor work a little unnecessary as you obviously had a lovely lit day. I am a little unsure of what to say as I refuse to be too negative but I just don't seem to get it and I also have to say I just am not a fan of the fantasy post edits sad I find the effort worth while but the results always seem a little unconvincing.

Anyway I am just being honest and your style is just too far from my own to comprehend what direction you are coming from.

Jul 10 14 11:40 pm Link

Model

Nestor Martinez

Posts: 47

Garfield, New Jersey, US

would really love to have your opinion about my port

Jul 11 14 03:13 pm Link

Photographer

Ella Wilkes Photography

Posts: 414

Canberra, Australian Capital Territory, Australia

HarryL wrote:
I'm interested to know. I have spend some years photo shooting for architects included some well known 2009 Modeling photography started by accident I have a variety of diversify styles
Which had cause some misunderstandings. Personally don't like ....actually is not my thing Spaghetti all the time.   I shoot what I like not the type to please. Anyone has it's own style
And anyone can go with what is right to. So please feel free to share your thoughts:)

HL

Hi HL
so sorry for my delay, as said in my edit my personal life has been a little shambles.
Diversity in my books is a win,  nothing is worse than feeling like you are looking at the same image on repeat.
Firstly wow, your port was a very pleasant surprise! I love your B&W, stunning! and as you can see quite a few of your images made my lists. I think you hav a well trained eye and have had some skilled models. I simply adore many of your images, especially the sky scape silhouette one.
My only suggestion would be look for a new display pic as that one does you very little justice and n my opinion.

Dec 09 14 11:56 am Link

Photographer

Ella Wilkes Photography

Posts: 414

Canberra, Australian Capital Territory, Australia

Jennifer Millikan Keene wrote:
Would love to hear your thoughts it's always helpful. Thanjs

Thanks for your patience, sorry for my late reply.
You have a great face and the start of a really good portfolio there. I love your display pic and other b&w. You waterfall bikini shot is a little below the quality of the rest of your work though, I feel the photo and your pose are a little amateur, you don't want to lose that much of your arm behind your head and your feet are too far apart. I would also recommend ditching the washing basket one, it's just not a great shot (togs fault not yours).
This shot is great,  you have wonderful energy in it www.modelmayhem.com/portfolio/pic/35315156
All in all a good start, keep up the good work smile

Dec 09 14 12:05 pm Link

Model

QueenGiraffe

Posts: 51

Ayr, Scotland, United Kingdom

Hi there! I would love an honest critique from you as I am looking for things to learn from smile

Dec 09 14 12:05 pm Link

Photographer

Ella Wilkes Photography

Posts: 414

Canberra, Australian Capital Territory, Australia

AnnemiekdenB wrote:
Please critique me smile

Thanks for waiting,
Woah! You have an absolutely amazing port! I am so impressed by all your images. You have amazing diversity in your look,  a skilled poser and cheek bones for days! I wish you lived near me lol
I adore your switches between androgynous and womanly looks and I think that is a real selling point for you.
You obviously know your body well and it shows. I find nothing to critique here.
Keep up the amazing work!

Dec 09 14 12:09 pm Link

Photographer

Ella Wilkes Photography

Posts: 414

Canberra, Australian Capital Territory, Australia

Nique  M Haggerty wrote:
I'd like to know

Ok first change your avi!!! The natural look is needed in your port yes but as a MUA you need to show how you stand out and the amazing skills you have and girl you have them.
I would make this or one of your other bigger looks your display www.modelmayhem.com/portfolio/pic/36273478 as it really shows a unique skill set.
I really like your oort and think you are a good MUA you have a nice range of shots showing what you can do, well done.

Dec 09 14 12:13 pm Link

Photographer

Ella Wilkes Photography

Posts: 414

Canberra, Australian Capital Territory, Australia

niquehaggs wrote:
Here is my model page go for it smile

Hi smile

You have some really nice shots but I feel that you have too much filler in your port. there are some really amazing images in there but I feel they get lost. I would suggest having a good critical look at your images and try and cut a few out.
As a model you are good, you know your body well and have a beautiful smile. My tip would just be learn how to cut your port down smile

Dec 09 14 12:18 pm Link

Photographer

Ella Wilkes Photography

Posts: 414

Canberra, Australian Capital Territory, Australia

IMPORTANT: As some may have seen I am behind due to health and family issues. I am doing my best to catch up but am only on page 5, so if you posted before page 5 and haven't had a your critique answered then please say so, if you are after page 5 I am sorry I will get to you. As I said in my edit I will post a comment on a pic or a tag on your wall to tell you when your critique is completed.

Thank you,
Ella

Dec 09 14 12:21 pm Link

Model

kaydooms

Posts: 79

Toronto, Ontario, Canada

Would love your opinion smile

Dec 09 14 01:58 pm Link

Photographer

Robert Hare Photography

Posts: 81

Worcester, Massachusetts, US

I'd love to hear what you have to offer.

Dec 09 14 02:48 pm Link

Model

Jen B

Posts: 4474

Phoenix, Arizona, US

Ella Wilkes Photography wrote:
IMPORTANT: As some may have seen I am behind due to health and family issues. I am doing my best to catch up but am only on page 5, so if you posted before page 5 and haven't had a your critique answered then please say so, if you are after page 5 I am sorry I will get to you. As I said in my edit I will post a comment on a pic or a tag on your wall to tell you when your critique is completed.

Thank you,
Ella

Hello Ella and I hope you are doing so much better. I honestly don't remember if Iposted before or not but, I will post now.
Thank you,
Jen

Dec 09 14 05:17 pm Link

Photographer

ShapeTheLight

Posts: 270

Garner, North Carolina, US

Sure....

Dec 10 14 08:25 am Link

Photographer

StoneStreetPhoto

Posts: 13

Dallas, Texas, US

I'd love some feedback.

Dec 10 14 08:59 am Link

Photographer

Tyler A Photography

Posts: 21

Philadelphia, Pennsylvania, US

Whenever you can get to it, I'd love for you to take a look at my things smile

Dec 10 14 10:17 am Link

Photographer

Dave McDermott

Posts: 720

Coill Dubh, Kildare, Ireland

Dec 10 14 10:34 am Link

Photographer

Dave McDermott

Posts: 720

Coill Dubh, Kildare, Ireland

If you're still going I'd like to know what you think.

Dec 10 14 10:34 am Link

Model

Pauline Yee

Posts: 406

Calgary, Alberta, Canada

Me please!

Dec 10 14 05:10 pm Link

Model

Annie S

Posts: 197

Minneapolis, Minnesota, US

Hi! Let me know what I should improve on! Thanks in advance!
*I just noticed that I'm the first one on this page, but I've redone my port quite a bit... Let me know if there's anything that still needs work, however!

Dec 10 14 07:00 pm Link

Photographer

Ella Wilkes Photography

Posts: 414

Canberra, Australian Capital Territory, Australia

G E N I O C I T Y wrote:
Would love to participate

Hi smile
Thank you so much for waiting, like I have said above i have had a few issues get in the way.
Now to your images
Ok you have some real winners and some that aren''t so much.
Let''s do the not so much''s first so we can end on a high. Firstly I have said it to a few ppl now, collage images rarely work, especially if most of the images in that collage are similar, if you choose that layout it really needs to tell a story, have a point, not just be an easy way to fit more images in, because really it just detracts from the quality of each image in the collage.
Also I have to say I am sorry but I really don''t like yout current dp(brunette on yellow wall) I find it flat and a little lifeless sorry sad I find it is not as dynamic as some of your other shots which are stunning in my opinion.
Also I can kind of see what you were trying to achieve here https://www.modelmayhem.com/portfolio/pic/37571469 but to me it just doesn''t work. she needs more light on her face and the bit you can see looks over worked.

Ok now the positives,
looove your ballet shot, that is just wonderful, great action, amazing location and lovely angle, just low enough to get the scale of the walls but not so low you see up her dress. Gorgeous colours here too.
I also adore your head shot, in fact both your shots with the red head, she is beautiful and those shots really have that life to it I find your dp is missing.

Mostlu you have some lovely work I would just recommend either pucking one image from your collages or upgrading your account to get more room smile
Cheers Ella

Dec 22 14 11:36 am Link

Photographer

Ella Wilkes Photography

Posts: 414

Canberra, Australian Capital Territory, Australia

n a t a l i e  wrote:
I would love an honest opinion!

Hi Natalie
So sorry for the delay please forgive me have had some health and family issues.

You have the start of a really good port there smile I like to do the lowlights first.
You have some images that are coming across to me as a little amateurish, such as the red studio one and the blue jumper in front of the green trees, the red your pose just isn''t interesting enough to me sorry, you look pretty but it''s just too plain to me. The green tree one I think is just flat and you look really unhappy and bored which doesn''t suit the sunny day in the background. Also some of your poses are a little weak, try always roling to the balls of your feet to get more mucle awareness in your poses smile
Now lets end well, I love your dp, you have a small jaw line and this image you are posing in a great way to counteract that. I really think you stand out in the flower crown duo shots and I love the profile shot of just you. Your look is adorable and very sweet and I think you have some great potential. 

All the best in the future.
Ella

Dec 22 14 11:49 am Link

Photographer

Ella Wilkes Photography

Posts: 414

Canberra, Australian Capital Territory, Australia

Paige Thomley wrote:
Please take a look.

"Unable to show profile #438815

This member is either awaiting approval or has removed their profile from the site"

Sorry I missed you

Dec 22 14 11:51 am Link

Photographer

Ella Wilkes Photography

Posts: 414

Canberra, Australian Capital Territory, Australia

LVL Photography wrote:
Would also love to hear your thoughts.

Hello smile
Thanks for waiting, as said had a few family issues sad
I really love most of your port and can find little to fault! I loove the yellow lit bird cage image and your one of the rocker with the microphone! Killer shots! The only negatives I can find is that your fisrt two shots are too dark for me and I am not a fan of the pink wig ones, they need a little healing on her skin and the hair looks like a cheap wig sad
Mostly your port is strong and well done smile

Dec 22 14 11:56 am Link

Photographer

Ella Wilkes Photography

Posts: 414

Canberra, Australian Capital Territory, Australia

HO Photo wrote:
Hit me!

haha ok
(Thanks so much for being so lovely and patient)
You have a really nice collection of images so I am going to nit pick a little here lol
Your second shot with the hair flick is great and the capture is well done however I just wish so hard you had asked your model to point her feet a little more, like barbie toes, it would have given her legs more tension and made them look a million miles long, when they are soft like they are they make her legs look shorter than they are. Speaking of short legs you have done the same with the shot in front of the mosaic wall, kinda your fault kinda the model, she is leaning against the wall and it has shortened her. Which is a shame cause I love everything else about it.  Also on length watch models hands,  maje sure their fingers are long and elegant not curled up (model lying back on sticks shot). The overal shot where she is half in the sun seems pointless to me and I really dont like the shot in the check skirt, not only is her hair cut off but the angle you have shot at is awkward to me.

ok enough picking, good stuff,
The head shot of the male model on the first row is great! Strong and sharp and the sepia works lovely. This shot https://www.modelmayhem.com/portfolio/pic/33493925 is amazing! The sunlight is hitting her so well and the movement of her hair is gorgeous. I also completely adore the full shot of the blue lips, so stunning and classy!!
Thanks
Ella

Dec 22 14 12:08 pm Link

Photographer

Ella Wilkes Photography

Posts: 414

Canberra, Australian Capital Territory, Australia

Ok finally onto page 6
As said before sorry for the delay, I am catching up slowly(those 4 I just did took over an hour just so ppl know how much work I put in). I will get to everyone eventually I promise. Please let me know if you posted before page 6 and I have missed you ♡

Dec 22 14 12:11 pm Link

Photographer

HO Photo

Posts: 575

Los Angeles, California, US

Thank you for the thoughtful response!

Dec 22 14 12:13 pm Link

Photographer

G E N I O C I T Y

Posts: 35

Toronto, Ontario, Canada

What a wonderful long review) Thank you very much

Russ

Dec 22 14 12:47 pm Link