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Model

Akara Fang

Posts: 3003

Las Vegas, Nevada, US

How does one go about finding photographers for these sites so one can do a shoot and have them submit sets?

Dec 03 08 05:50 pm Link

Photographer

Jim Ball

Posts: 17632

Frontenac, Kansas, US

*Akara*  wrote:
How does one go about finding photographers for these sites so one can do a shoot and have them submit sets?

Just curious, but what is the allure for a model to appear on the MetArt website?  The pay sucks.  The site seems to specialize in labia peeled open like an oyster on the half shell.  I'm not aware of any model who has used it as a stepping stone to better jobs.

Dec 03 08 06:05 pm Link

Model

Jessika Dorian

Posts: 912

Riverside, California, US

Jim Ball wrote:

Just curious, but what is the allure for a model to appear on the MetArt website?  The pay sucks.  The site seems to specialize in labia peeled open like an oyster on the half shell.  I'm not aware of any model who has used it as a stepping stone to better jobs.

I think that though the pay sucks, the draw is still in the pay.

It's hard to find gigs sometimes, and stressful when modeling is your full time job.

Dec 03 08 06:06 pm Link

Model

Jessyka Ann

Posts: 10660

Hyannis, Massachusetts, US

decided to go to the site myself...
not very appealing...

Dec 03 08 06:10 pm Link

Photographer

Jim Ball

Posts: 17632

Frontenac, Kansas, US

Jessika Dorian wrote:

I think that though the pay sucks, the draw is still in the pay.

It's hard to find gigs sometimes, and stressful when modeling is your full time job.

I remember one model on MM a few months ago who got a feature on Met Art.  MM name - Raven?  not sure on the name.

edit: yep.  Raven Alexis - Mayhem #789343

The OP should PM her and ask for advice.

Dec 03 08 06:11 pm Link

Photographer

Jim Ball

Posts: 17632

Frontenac, Kansas, US

Insatiablekisses wrote:
decided to go to the site myself...
not very appealing...

Like I said - oysters on the half-shell. tongue

Dec 03 08 06:12 pm Link

Model

Akara Fang

Posts: 3003

Las Vegas, Nevada, US

I see, well then I am def. not interested if the pay sucks. tongue

Dec 03 08 09:53 pm Link

Photographer

Mantispid Photography

Posts: 1341

Kalamazoo, Michigan, US

I swear, sometimes I think people outside of Louisiana are incapable of appreciating oysters...

Dec 03 08 10:56 pm Link

Model

VyL8 - Aubrey

Posts: 2369

Buffalo, New York, US

Generally speaking, Met-Art primarily accepts work from a handful of European photographers.  Not that they do not take American photographer and models, it is just pretty rare.  Given this, I would be careful answering any MM castings for "Met-Art" sets.  It is kind of like the new "I shoot for playboy."  However, you may be able to find someone who will shoot you for Femjoy.

Have you considered Zivity as an option?  Granted you won't get paid right away and the pay might still suck depending on the votes, but its a paycheck while you do other things.

Dec 03 08 10:58 pm Link

Photographer

Stephoto Photography

Posts: 20158

Amherst, Massachusetts, US

I've actually been thinking about trying a set for met-art with a model, but don't really see anyone in my area that'd fit.

Dec 03 08 11:00 pm Link

Model

K Allende

Posts: 14172

Columbus, Ohio, US

Looks like a soft-core porn site.
But, whatever floats your boat.

Dec 03 08 11:02 pm Link

Model

Jess Robinson

Posts: 4949

San Jose, California, US

I know a photographer that regularly sells work to Met, including some of mine I've been told.  PM me if you want more details...its not all cotton candy, though.

Dec 04 08 10:52 am Link

Photographer

Jim Ball

Posts: 17632

Frontenac, Kansas, US

At one time, Met Art used a lot of VERY young Eastern European models.  By very young, I mean in the 14-17 age bracket.  Today they stick with over 18 models, but they still want that teenager look.

Dec 04 08 10:59 am Link

Photographer

Mr Banner

Posts: 85322

Hayward, California, US

*Akara*  wrote:
I see, well then I am def. not interested if the pay sucks. tongue

If you are looking to get rich off of submitting some photos to a website, you are in the wrong business.  While I wouldn't say that the pay "sucks" it isn't THAT good. 

did you do any research on the site (to see what the potential pay would be) before asking us? 


I know what the pay is and how it's handled... do you?

Dec 04 08 11:38 am Link

Model

Stella K

Posts: 2173

New York, New York, US

Jim Ball wrote:
Today they stick with over 18 models, but they still want that teenager look.

I don't think they're nearly as picky as they used to be in that aspect, I see a LOT of models who look to be in at least their mid-twenties.

I used to like the site, but don't really care for it anymore.

Dec 04 08 11:53 am Link

Photographer

Kincaid Blackwood

Posts: 23492

Los Angeles, California, US

Is this not better suited for General Mayhem?

Dec 04 08 12:03 pm Link

Photographer

Legacys 7

Posts: 33899

San Francisco, California, US

Stella K wrote:

I don't think they're nearly as picky as they used to be in that aspect, I see a LOT of models who look to be in at least their mid-twenties.

I used to like the site, but don't really care for it anymore.

Mayhaps it's due to them going more mainstream due to the demand of the content that has changed the quality. I'd also wager that the age thing changed too since it's illegal to view nude minors in that context here in the States for those that like to view the website. Yes, the models are 18 and over. I didn't know that the site use to shoot under 18. Talk about risky business over here.

There was a now deceased MM photographer, I think that his name is Tim Baker; he did some stuff for Met-Art.

Dec 04 08 01:57 pm Link

Photographer

Divo Models

Posts: 5469

Atlanta, Georgia, US

Jim Ball wrote:
...labia peeled open like an oyster on the half shell.

Thanks for my new quote!

Dec 04 08 04:31 pm Link

Photographer

Indu-Concepts Atlanta

Posts: 6

Atlanta, Georgia, US

Jim Ball wrote:

Just curious, but what is the allure for a model to appear on the MetArt website?  The pay sucks.  The site seems to specialize in labia peeled open like an oyster on the half shell.  I'm not aware of any model who has used it as a stepping stone to better jobs.

It sounds like you have extensive experience with Met Art.  Were you a photographer with them, or were you on the business end?

Dec 04 08 07:26 pm Link

Photographer

Visions by Dan

Posts: 928

Bullard, Texas, US

Jim Ball wrote:
The site seems to specialize in labia peeled open like an oyster on the half shell.

When did they start doing that?

Dec 04 08 08:07 pm Link

Photographer

Click Hamilton

Posts: 36555

San Diego, California, US

Jim Ball wrote:
Just curious, but what is the allure for a model to appear on the MetArt website?  The pay sucks.  The site seems to specialize in labia peeled open like an oyster on the half shell.  I'm not aware of any model who has used it as a stepping stone to better jobs.

Haha.

I'm so happy that differences of opinion exists in the world.



I love the work in Fem Joy & Met Art!

Publications like Playboy, Penthouse, Hustler, etc., bore me to tears.

Dec 04 08 08:11 pm Link