Charlie-CNP wrote:
OP: Welcome to MM!   A couple things right off the bat that can help you.

1. Practice different facial expressions in a mirror until you are able to dial them in at the drop of a hat. You seem to have the same exact expression in all of your current images. Diversity is good.

2. I am going to be very honest with you. In your bio, the part about bringing your "Father, or Partner" screams newbie. In the photography world, bringing someone to shoots is called an escort. There are a lot of photographers that will not work with escorts let alone having someone's Dad or partner on set. If you feel that it is necessary to bring an escort, a better idea is to bring a female friend that can help you during the shoot. In the long term though, you should really consider doing your homework to check references with photographers, and to speak with other models and such before doing a shoot with someone. Modeling is just like a job, and people don't bring their family, friends, or significant others to work usually. Checking references will also help you in the safety department.

good luck in your journey!

I agree with CNP...

Why are you modeling? Do you have a goal? Or is it just for fun . If it's for fun and Facebook images than that's ok.

This fear of photographers and what might happen is just that a fear. And you wear those inhibitions on your face. You are holding back in all your images and it shows.

1. Be clear what you want to achieve
2. Pay a good photographer who can deliver the best images to you.
3. Rethink your escort policy.
4. Let go at a shoot
5. Take an acting class or two and learn how to bring an emotion to an image

Charlie-CNP wrote:
OP: Welcome to MM!   A couple things right off the bat that can help you.

1. Practice different facial expressions in a mirror until you are able to dial them in at the drop of a hat. You seem to have the same exact expression in all of your current images. Diversity is good.

2. I am going to be very honest with you. In your bio, the part about bringing your "Father, or Partner" screams newbie. In the photography world, bringing someone to shoots is called an escort. There are a lot of photographers that will not work with escorts let alone having someone's Dad or partner on set. If you feel that it is necessary to bring an escort, a better idea is to bring a female friend that can help you during the shoot. In the long term though, you should really consider doing your homework to check references with photographers, and to speak with other models and such before doing a shoot with someone. Modeling is just like a job, and people don't bring their family, friends, or significant others to work usually. Checking references will also help you in the safety department.

good luck in your journey!

Risen Phoenix Photo wrote:

I agree with CNP...

Why are you modeling? Do you have a goal? Or is it just for fun . If it's for fun and Facebook images than that's ok.

This fear of photographers and what might happen is just that a fear. And you wear those inhibitions on your face. You are holding back in all your images and it shows.

1. Be clear what you want to achieve
2. Pay a good photographer who can deliver the best images to you.
3. Rethink your escort policy.
4. Let go at a shoot
5. Take an acting class or two and learn how to bring an emotion to an image