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In praise of MATURE MODELS
At 45, I am starting to appreciate to the fullest the capabilities of my physique and my modeling. I'm more confident than I ever have been in my life! why not share it with the world and all the photogs who would like to capture it? :-) Apr 03 07 02:54 pm Link Susan Arruda wrote: Apr 03 07 02:55 pm Link Susan Arruda wrote: my point exactly Apr 03 07 02:55 pm Link lol! Apr 03 07 02:58 pm Link Susan Arruda wrote: Susan, I checked out your port. Now that's what I'm talking about! Apr 03 07 03:02 pm Link New Tampa Photography wrote: Very kind. Thank you! Apr 03 07 03:08 pm Link Point of interest. One of the models in my portfolio is 59 years old. That's right she is a sensual 59. Can you tell which model she is? Apr 03 07 04:29 pm Link Having just turned 50 myself, I certainly appreciate "mature" models - I actually hate that term , but for lack of a better I use it. They have learned not to work to be pretty, sexy, glamorous, erotic, whatever - they just are. Ironically though, out of all my efforts to work with a model in that range, I have actually not had any luck. Several never reply, one was a no show after I drove 50 miles and had several conversations with, one just evaporated after being very interested in my ideas, and a third completely flaked with a long, rambling email at 2:00 a.m. in which she referred to all kinds of things I never even brought up. And we had long, in depth conversations for about 2 weeks regarding the shoot. And 2 of those 3 are on MM Forums regularly. So I am still waiting for the proof that "mature" models have a better work ethic and reliability than younger models. I have had many 18 - 25 year old models who were totally relaible and professional. Of course, I am shooting Christa (Ce Ce) in a couple of weeks, and I am pretty confidant that will go well, especially as she actually called me today about the shoot. Apr 03 07 04:31 pm Link Greg Kolack wrote: Christa is 199515, by the way. Total class act. Apr 03 07 04:35 pm Link Greg Kolack wrote: Greg Apr 03 07 06:11 pm Link Photography by Martin wrote: Amen!! Apr 03 07 06:16 pm Link I have to agree, so many older models have what it takes. Its so easy to get the looks needed to make great work!!! I have worked with several and love it!!! Julie Montana, Tomiko and Lindy Blu are just a few!!! Keep up the great work Ladies!!! Apr 03 07 06:18 pm Link I'll be turning 40 at the end of the year!  Apr 03 07 06:34 pm Link Natashka wrote: ME TOO! Apr 03 07 06:38 pm Link I love working with mature models. I think they have fewer hang ups, are more comfortable with themselves and have a lot more fun on shoots. I would love to shoot many more mature models... "hint, hint", lol Apr 03 07 06:42 pm Link Ageless Beauty wrote: I absolutely agree. I was just pointing out that the old adage of olders model are more responsible than younger models is not necessarily true. Apr 04 07 12:32 am Link Ageless Beauty wrote: Wow! I agree, she is a sensual 59 years old. Apr 04 07 10:32 am Link Hmmm...I prefer the term "vintage model." I'm not always mature. ;-) I will say this, I have way more self confidence and sex appeal than I ever had in my 20's. As far as I'm concerned, my life started when I turned 40. Kisses to all you vintage model lovers!!! Lola, 42 and holding... Apr 04 07 12:48 pm Link Leo 3 wrote: Good to see a male model contributing to this thread. Apr 04 07 01:30 pm Link Ageless Beauty wrote: Much love to you for this thread! :-) Apr 04 07 01:32 pm Link Check out this model, she is 57 https://modelmayhem.com/pic.php?pid=2568414 Apr 04 07 02:36 pm Link I am 42 and its sort of fun to show up at a shoot and discover that you're older than some of the other model's parents. Apr 04 07 03:49 pm Link I'm 46 soon! Apr 04 07 03:53 pm Link Hooray for the over 40 Model!!! I am a 46 year old and I love myself and I love to Model. I have no inhibitions either and talk about punctuality I like to be on time before the photographer unless we ride together. I love that there could be many models over 40 and loving it. Thank you for posting a wonderful thread on the over 40 model! Rosa............. Apr 04 07 03:55 pm Link April Wednesday wrote: Happy Birthday--great port Apr 04 07 03:58 pm Link Amen to mature models. Although, I married my girlfriend when she was 24. That was 30 years ago..... ") Apr 04 07 04:00 pm Link 34 and loving it! Apr 04 07 05:43 pm Link Ageless Beauty wrote: And quite a handsome man at that. Apr 04 07 06:56 pm Link Do I honestly look 46? I think i look as good as some of these 20 year olds... lol.. I stay in shape, my boobs aren't saggy (haha), I have a nice tan and everything i have is all real...lol..... I also have a very pretty smile and i know how to respect everyone from young to older people. Thanks Texas !! ~PrissyBabe~ Apr 04 07 07:57 pm Link Wow, what a great thread that is so close to my heart! It is so encouraging to see all these wonderful and positive responses. I've only been modeling for five or six years now, but at 49, I'm busier than ever. Thank you all for your very kind support for us mature models! ~Gail Apr 04 07 08:36 pm Link thankyou agless beauty you rock shelly Apr 04 07 10:53 pm Link Ageless Beauty wrote: Ditto that! Apr 04 07 10:56 pm Link Darker-Side of-Midnight wrote: He-he... Apr 04 07 11:00 pm Link Julie Montana wrote: Julie, you rock! I'm so sad I didn't make it to the studio while you were here. I ended up getting sick that weekend. I saw most of the work you did while you were here. Looks like it was a very productive week. Just wish I could've added to it. Apr 04 07 11:03 pm Link Kudos to you for recognizing that youth and silicone don't equal sexiness; maturity with substance always garners a second look and a sexiness that youth will never be able to exude. Apr 05 07 08:47 am Link JoJo Suicide wrote: I picked up on this comment and posted a photo of a mother and daughter. Apr 05 07 11:10 am Link Hey are there any great 40+ models in vancouver who love modeling nudes? Where are they? Love the 40 + ! Apr 05 07 11:28 am Link I'm turning 34 very soon. I met a model this weekend who is the same age of me and posts that she is in her late twenties. Apparently, she didn't get much work at 33. Kinda blew my mind. Granted, her address denotes a much higher level of competition, but it got me thinking. Thinking that I'd never do that. I've hit some hurdles in thirties, they have tested me, but I wouldn't trade it for the world, seriously. I truly believe that real photography involves the capture of real emotion. I think older models are just able to project them better because they have more. I'm sure I'm over simplifying it, but you get the point. As a general rule, I have had better chemistry with photographers that were also in my age bracket and older. Better pictures too. Apr 05 07 11:30 am Link it just keeps getting better...... Apr 05 07 11:32 am Link hwat n nastybabe wrote: Just look at that face on your avi! She is so cute!!! 43 here and lovin life! Apr 05 07 11:38 am Link |
