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Model

Bobby Maack

Posts: 1424

Groningen, Groningen, Netherlands

Hey all!

I am in a good mood today and I feel like giving some critiques!
Now, I am not an advanced professional or anything, but an opinion is an opinion.
So is there a question you would like to be answered? Ask me!

And in addition, each one will get a congratulatory song (the one that happens to be on my playlist while I am looking at your port, so it could be anything....)

Aaaand, ready! set!
Go!

smile

Edit: Oh, and NO judging of my music taste! Its mine and I like it! hehe

Jan 21 10 06:16 pm Link

Model

Bobby Maack

Posts: 1424

Groningen, Groningen, Netherlands

Nobody?
Well, thats gotta be a first.

Jan 21 10 06:48 pm Link

Photographer

Rebecca Newman Photography

Posts: 1631

Tampa, Florida, US

Bobby Maack wrote:
Nobody?
Well, thats gotta be a first.

Hey Bobby, I'll play smile

Whaaaaat photo needs to be TRASHED? And do a DESPERATELY need to add something to my current portfolio?

Jan 21 10 07:20 pm Link

Model

Bobby Maack

Posts: 1424

Groningen, Groningen, Netherlands

Rebecca Smith wrote:
Hey Bobby, I'll play smile

Hey Rebecca! Thanks for playing! smile

I really like your port! However, I think you are playing it a bit safe. I mean...try new genres, investigate, maybe do a duo shoot? I don't mean naked or alternative, but just something maybe with a specific theme for example? I think something a bit more daring would enrich your port. Like this:
https://modelmayhm-4.vo.llnwd.net/d1/photos/070331/21/460f0fd43f667_m.jpg

This is my fabourite shot in your port. There is jsut a very pure feeling about it.
https://modelmayhm-4.vo.llnwd.net/d1/photos/080315/03/47db7f7b7aff8_m.jpg

This would probably be my least favourite. Not because its not good, but because it is just more simple compared to the others:
https://modelmayhm-4.vo.llnwd.net/d1/photos/091215/15/4b281a9ca3507_m.jpg

You seem like a fun and easy-going person. I bet its fun to work with you. I see in your profile that you say you are looking for representation. I suggest to just go to agencies, don't wait for them to come to you. Go make yourself be seen! smile

Ironically, the song I am listening to right now is Nickelback- Photograph
Enjoy and have a ncie day/evening.

edit: and look at that! I answered exactly what you asked, before you add it to your post! I am psychic! smile

Jan 21 10 07:30 pm Link

Photographer

Franko Photo

Posts: 1622

San Jose, California, US

This should be fun... go!  Just your impression (musical impression?) of my port?

Jan 21 10 07:31 pm Link

Model

Annie RS

Posts: 5699

Baltimore, Maryland, US

Me please? I will play!

Jan 21 10 07:31 pm Link

Model

Bobby Maack

Posts: 1424

Groningen, Groningen, Netherlands

Anzalone Photography wrote:
This should be fun... go!  Just your impression (musical impression?) of my port?

Hello!

Very nice and rich port. I am having a hard time choosing a favourite. Actually this would be my critique: there are too many photos and my attention kind of goes hayware looking around. I would also suggets maybe shooting some male models?They seem to lack in your port.

And the song that came on my playlist while I was going through your port is Robbie Williams- Tripping
Enjoy!

Jan 21 10 07:36 pm Link

Photographer

Rebecca Newman Photography

Posts: 1631

Tampa, Florida, US

Bobby Maack wrote:

Hey Rebecca! Thanks for playing! smile

I really like your port! However, I think you are playing it a bit safe. I mean...try new genres, investigate, maybe do a duo shoot? I don't mean naked or alternative, but just something maybe with a specific theme for example? I think something a bit more daring would enrich your port. Like this:
https://modelmayhm-4.vo.llnwd.net/d1/photos/070331/21/460f0fd43f667_m.jpg

This is my fabourite shot in your port. There is jsut a very pure feeling about it.
https://modelmayhm-4.vo.llnwd.net/d1/photos/080315/03/47db7f7b7aff8_m.jpg

This would probably be my least favourite. Not because its not good, but because it is just more simple compared to the others:
https://modelmayhm-4.vo.llnwd.net/d1/photos/091215/15/4b281a9ca3507_m.jpg

You seem like a fun and easy-going person. I bet its fun to work with you. I see in your profile that you say you are looking for representation. I suggest to just go to agencies, don't wait for them to come to you. Go make yourself be seen! smile

Ironically, the song I am listening to right now is Nickelback- Photograph
Enjoy and have a ncie day/evening.

edit: and look at that! I answered exactly what you asked, before you add it to your post! I am psychic! smile

haha you are totally psychic. know whats funny about the song you are listening to? my roommates and i have a crazy aversion to nickelback. actually we kinda hate it. especially that song. lol. oh the irony!

thanks for all the feedback though...i appreciate it!!! smile

Jan 21 10 07:38 pm Link

Photographer

Photography by Tiare Rush

Posts: 591

Los Angeles, California, US

Id love to hear ur thoughts

Jan 21 10 07:40 pm Link

Model

Bobby Maack

Posts: 1424

Groningen, Groningen, Netherlands

Annie RS wrote:
Me please? I will play!

And yet, another rich port. Well done. I like that you mix so many different styles. There is literally almost everything. This would be my favourite photo, because of the smile and jsut the general expression on your face.
https://modelmayhm-3.vo.llnwd.net/d1/photos/090822/08/4a9012292313f_m.jpg
Therefore, I would suggest that you put up some more smiling photos. They look good!

This would be my least favourite. It just seems a bit fuzzy and out of focus and I find this distracting.
https://modelmayhm-3.vo.llnwd.net/d1/photos/091218/08/4b2baf9995a01_m.jpg

Keep up the good work and go on smiling.

And the song that came on my playlist was Pussycat Dolls- Buttons so enjoy it.
smile

Jan 21 10 07:42 pm Link

Model

Bobby Maack

Posts: 1424

Groningen, Groningen, Netherlands

ColdPiece Photography wrote:
Id love to hear ur thoughts

Hi there.
Again, a very nice port. I loved lots of shots.
For example, my favourites would be this shot and also all of the black and white folder:
https://modelmayhm-9.vo.llnwd.net/d1/photos/091020/00/4add6d9c1e9b1_m.jpg

You seem to be a nice person to work with. I would maybe suggest choosing on another avatar. This is a good photo, but it doesn't catch my attention as the one I linked above for example.
Also, I am not really a fan of big series shots. I jsut find them very distracting.

And my playlist gave you this song: Nelly Furtado- On the radio

Jan 21 10 07:49 pm Link

Model

Annie RS

Posts: 5699

Baltimore, Maryland, US

Bobby Maack wrote:

And yet, another rich port. Well done. I like that you mix so many different styles. There is literally almost everything. This would be my favourite photo, because of the smile and jsut the general expression on your face.
https://modelmayhm-3.vo.llnwd.net/d1/photos/090822/08/4a9012292313f_m.jpg
Therefore, I would suggest that you put up some more smiling photos. They look good!

This would be my least favourite. It just seems a bit fuzzy and out of focus and I find this distracting.
https://modelmayhm-3.vo.llnwd.net/d1/photos/091218/08/4b2baf9995a01_m.jpg

Keep up the good work and go on smiling.

And the song that came on my playlist was Pussycat Dolls- Buttons so enjoy it.
smile

thanks! And I really like that song too

Jan 21 10 08:28 pm Link

Photographer

Eclectic Vision

Posts: 8281

Toledo, Ohio, US

I'd love a critique, especially on this image. https://www.modelmayhem.com/pic.php?pic … up_id=&ua= 18+

Jan 21 10 09:11 pm Link

Model

Bobby Maack

Posts: 1424

Groningen, Groningen, Netherlands

Eclectic Vision  wrote:
I'd love a critique, especially on this image. https://www.modelmayhem.com/pic.php?pic … up_id=&ua= 18+

Hello.

Very interesting portfolio. You obviously concentrate on nude work and you have some great shots. However, I would suggets to maybe put a bit more color in there. I mean, its interesting like this as well, but its too much black&white for my taste. Also about half of the photos are quite similar, with the model standing in front of the wall in different poses. Try different backgrounds.
The shot that you giv in your post is nice, but it doesn't blow my mind away. There is just something about the pose that seems a bit forced to me. Also the rug on the floor is distracting.

This would be my favourite image from your port. It just is...wild. I like its feeling.

https://www.modelmayhem.com/pic.php?pic … up_id=&ua=

Keep up the good work and what I would suggest is adding some color and some new backgrounds.

The song that my playlist gives you is Lily Allen- LDN

Jan 22 10 06:09 pm Link

Model

Samantha Williamson

Posts: 2045

Altoona, Florida, US

I'm in no position to judge anyones music taste!! wink

Jan 22 10 06:18 pm Link

Model

Bobby Maack

Posts: 1424

Groningen, Groningen, Netherlands

Elaine Ford wrote:
I'm in no position to judge anyones music taste!! wink

I'll take that as a critique request and just go on. smile

Sooo...what dow e have here...
Yet another great port. Damn it people, you are all so experienced! haha

You have some great images. Actually my critique would be that some are very similar, most probably from the same shoot (the black underwear ones). I think you got about 3-4 of those and they are almost the same. I think you have enough photos to be able to afford not to put so similar images, just for the sake of it.
I can't decide on a favourite image. I really like

https://photos.modelmayhem.com/photos/090712/14/4a5a50b92cb61_m.jpg

and

https://photos.modelmayhem.com/photos/090313/06/49ba66747783f_m.jpg

Both are great and the hair styling is awesome. Do more stuff like this! Experiment with hair and make up. And I see you've got some teersheets, so congratulations on that.

I actually can't really choose on a least favourite. There is something special about each of them. Usually the eyes. You've got very good eye contact with the camera and you seem very confident. So keep it up! Great work!

My playlist decided that you will have Laura Pausini feat. James Blunt-Primavera Anticipada (Not that I know what it means, but its a nice song)
smile

Jan 22 10 06:34 pm Link

Model

Tatiana Paris

Posts: 1212

Los Angeles, California, US

I know this sounds like a silly question but what should be my avatar? smile

Jan 22 10 06:38 pm Link

Model

m3g0ra

Posts: 467

Dublin, Dublin, Ireland

Which image should be my Avatar?

Jan 22 10 06:41 pm Link

Model

Bobby Maack

Posts: 1424

Groningen, Groningen, Netherlands

Tatiana Paris wrote:
I know this sounds like a silly question but what should be my avatar? smile

Hey!
Its not a stupid question at all. The avatar is quite important since it is usually one of the first things that makes people in forum go to check out your port. Thats whyit should be an eye-catcher. Your current avatr is not really good for that purpose, since it involves two shots, none of which are clear and when it is that small, it doesn't really attract attention.

You've got some awesome shots.Much better than the one in you avatar. I would choose this one, because you can really see your face here and the make up and hair are awesome.

https://modelmayhm-5.vo.llnwd.net/d1/photos/100106/08/4b44be87df42c_m.jpg

or

https://modelmayhm-5.vo.llnwd.net/d1/photos/090918/06/4ab38ee320908_m.jpg
because it just has the clickability factor and a great idea.

My playlist gives you Alicia Keys feat. The White Stripes- Another way to die
This technically makes you a Bond Girl. haha:)

Jan 22 10 06:49 pm Link

Model

Tatiana Paris

Posts: 1212

Los Angeles, California, US

Bobby Maack wrote:

Hey!
Its not a stupid question at all. The avatar is quite important since it is usually one of the first things that makes people in forum go to check out your port. Thats whyit should be an eye-catcher. Your current avatr is not really good for that purpose, since it involves two shots, none of which are clear and when it is that small, it doesn't really attract attention.

You've got some awesome shots.Much better than the one in you avatar. I would choose this one, because you can really see your face here and the make up and hair are awesome.

https://modelmayhm-5.vo.llnwd.net/d1/photos/100106/08/4b44be87df42c_m.jpg

or

https://modelmayhm-5.vo.llnwd.net/d1/photos/090918/06/4ab38ee320908_m.jpg
because it just has the clickability factor and a great idea.

My playlist gives you Alicia Keys feat. The White Stripes- Another way to die
This technically makes you a Bond Girl. haha:)

Thank you so much! I shall change it straight away, I also love that song big_smile

Jan 22 10 06:52 pm Link

Model

Bobby Maack

Posts: 1424

Groningen, Groningen, Netherlands

Omen_Intendu wrote:
Which image should be my Avatar?

Hello.

The image that you currently have is good for an avatar. It attracts attention.
If you were to choose something else, I would suggest this

https://photos.modelmayhem.com/photos/090708/10/4a54daedd6c08_m.jpg

Just because it concentrates on your face and the composition and the accent on your eyes is very nice.

My playlsit gives you Brandi Carlile- The story

Jan 22 10 06:53 pm Link

Photographer

Tamara Piranha

Posts: 3681

Manila, National Capital Region, Philippines

LIOOOOOOOOOONNNNNNNNNNNN

hienvy

Jan 23 10 12:31 am Link

Model

Tayyeb

Posts: 131

Echuca-Moama, Victoria, Australia

go for it smile

Jan 23 10 05:12 am Link

Model

TrackBelle

Posts: 4497

San Francisco, California, US

I'm in

Jan 23 10 05:16 am Link

Model

JenniM

Posts: 1694

Los Gatos, California, US

which photo in my port stands out as a substantially better shot than the rest?

Jan 23 10 10:39 am Link

Model

Bobby Maack

Posts: 1424

Groningen, Groningen, Netherlands

La Tamara Lyn wrote:
LIOOOOOOOOOONNNNNNNNNNNN

hienvy

Ohai! smile

So lets seee. I bet you are an awesomly funny person to work with. I like that your photos are more rough and natural, and yet still stylish. However, most of them are a bit dark. I mena, being dark is cool, but some more light photos wouldn't hurt right?
I am also not a fan of many shots in one series. I just find it distracting and somehow usually cant get the effect of any of the shots. Other than that, I really like your port in general.

This would be my favourite.
https://modelmayhm-3.vo.llnwd.net/d1/photos/100114/05/4b4f1818701c0_m.jpg

I jsut lvoe the whole modern take on Snow White. You took the story and amde it your own. It would be awesome if you make similar takes of other famous fairytales.

My playlist gives you Lily Allen- The fear

I'd lvoe to shoot with you, but I am afraid you get touchy with male models! hahahaha
smile

Jan 24 10 06:29 pm Link

Model

Bobby Maack

Posts: 1424

Groningen, Groningen, Netherlands

Talissa Bolitho wrote:
go for it smile

Hi there!

First, I believe your profile is a bit lengthy. I would consider shortening it a bit. Its good that you mention a lot about yourself and that you also mention themes you want to work in, but I think there is some irrelevant information- like the place yous tudy for example. Not only it is not really safe to put such detailed information, but I don't really think this is of interest to photographers. So my first suggestion would be to make your profile a bit shorter.

Now on to the port...You don't really have much photos so I am guessing you are fairly new in modelling or maybe you just haven't uploaded most of the work you have.

https://www.modelmayhem.com/pic.php?pic … up_id=&ua=

This photo is awesome and sexy, however, I don't think it really does much for you as a model. It would be more of a photographer's port photo. Meaning, that a model should show her face. That would be the most important part. And even though the photo is great, this could be anyone.

This would be the best shot in your port for me. I like the hair styling and the whole look.
https://modelmayhm-5.vo.llnwd.net/d1/photos/091014/19/4ad68f4114929_m.jpg

So my advice would be to diversify your port. Try different styles, different looks.

My playlist gives you David Guetta feat. Kelly Rowland- When love takes over so enjoy!

Jan 24 10 06:37 pm Link

Model

Bobby Maack

Posts: 1424

Groningen, Groningen, Netherlands

TrackBelle wrote:
I'm in

Wow you have a fantastic port and you seem to have worked with a lot of people! I've critiqued you before, I remember lots of your shots.I can't really decide on a favourite. there are so many great ones...You've got a great look and you seem to be a very easy-going and fun person to work with.
From all, my least favourite would probably be this

https://modelmayhm-7.vo.llnwd.net/d1/photos/090827/06/4a968e465d37d_m.jpg

Just because its too much light and I can't really see you that clearly. Otherwise, its a beautiful shot.

But really..I don't have anything to critique on.
You are awesomness.

And my playlist gives you Cobra Starship- Good Girl Go bad

Jan 24 10 06:42 pm Link

Photographer

SFG Photography

Posts: 2494

Oceanside, California, US

ohh seems fun.
Have a go at me? smile

Jan 24 10 06:46 pm Link

Model

Bobby Maack

Posts: 1424

Groningen, Groningen, Netherlands

JenniM wrote:
which photo in my port stands out as a substantially better shot than the rest?

Hello.

My first advice would be to write something more about yourself in your profile. Doesn't have to be much, but jsut mention briefly who you are, what your goals are etc. I think it gives a better look to your whole profile.

You have some very nice photos, and when I look at your port, on my first glance this is the photo that immediately catches my attention

https://modelmayhm-2.vo.llnwd.net/d1/photos/091004/21/4ac97cbb69b85_m.jpg

I like the colors and the emotion. So this would be the photo that stands out as better than the others.


My playlist gives you Amy Macdonald- Let's start a band

Jan 24 10 06:46 pm Link

Photographer

Rebecca Newman Photography

Posts: 1631

Tampa, Florida, US

You are still doing this Bobby Maack? ha

Jan 24 10 06:48 pm Link

Model

Bobby Maack

Posts: 1424

Groningen, Groningen, Netherlands

SFG Photographs wrote:
ohh seems fun.
Have a go at me? smile

Hello!

On first glance, your profile. Again, its a bit lengthy for me. I would consider shortening it a bit and removing info, such as the location of your boyfriend for example. I don't think photographers would be interested in that. Simply say "I am available in this and this area, contact me for specific dates".
Also, I would put all the links that you have provided to additional websites, in the end of your introduction. But that's just me.

Now on the port...
I see some very nice shots. This would be my favourite. The idea is awesome!
https://modelmayhm-2.vo.llnwd.net/d1/photos/081214/14/49455e911c18d_m.jpg

I don't really like this one. I mean, I like the idea, but I don't like how the bubbles are blurred and just the model's face seems...funny to me.
https://modelmayhm-2.vo.llnwd.net/d1/photos/090912/19/4aac53b607dc0_m.jpg

Also about this photo...
https://modelmayhm-2.vo.llnwd.net/d1/photos/090831/18/4a9c744811cab_m.jpg
Its a nice one, but the style if totally different from the other ones in your port. I would either include 1-2 more similar style shots or just remove it. At least to me, it doesn't really have a place there.

Other than that, keep up the good work! The first word that popped into my mind when I opened your port was "Colorful!". So do colorful stuff! smile

My playlist decided that you will have Jem- 24 hours

I Love that song so enjoy it! smile

Jan 24 10 06:54 pm Link

Model

Bobby Maack

Posts: 1424

Groningen, Groningen, Netherlands

Rebecca Smith wrote:
You are still doing this Bobby Maack? ha

Of course Rebecca Smith! smile When I am bored I come here.
what? you want a new one?
Or you came back for some more Nickelback? Gotcha!

Jan 24 10 06:55 pm Link

Model

Andy Virus

Posts: 2230

Richmond, Virginia, US

I'll do this....I'm a musician and would love to know the song I get XD

Jan 24 10 07:00 pm Link

Model

Bobby Maack

Posts: 1424

Groningen, Groningen, Netherlands

Andy Virus wrote:
I'll do this....I'm a musician and would love to know the song I get XD

Ok, now my playlist is under pressure....

Lets see...
I love how you introduced yourself as a "walking contradiction" and how you say you like to scare people. It really makes people go to your port to see if this is really true.
Aaaaand..cool port, although not as scary as I expected!  So work on that! Bring the horro to life. smile
My favourite shot would be
https://modelmayhm-2.vo.llnwd.net/d1/photos/091027/11/4ae73e2192f04_m.jpg
It is dark, moody, a little creepy...I like it.  Do more stuff like this.

My least favourite would be this
https://modelmayhm-2.vo.llnwd.net/d1/photos/091105/22/4af3bfbb70ffd_m.jpg
I jsut don't really like the (smoke?) effects.

All in all you got a really great eye contact with the camer in every shot that you look into it. The last two shots in your port are quite similar, almost the same, so I would consider maybe removing one of them.
Other than that, keep up being dark and scary and make more creepy stuff. Get creative!smile

And now we go for the playlsit...ah the pressure....
you get...

Chris Cornell- Scream

I hope you enjoy that.
Have a nice day.

Jan 24 10 07:07 pm Link

Model

Andy Virus

Posts: 2230

Richmond, Virginia, US

Bobby Maack wrote:

Ok, now my playlist is under pressure....

Lets see...
I love how you introduced yourself as a "walking contradiction" and how you say you like to scare people. It really makes people go to your port to see if this is really true.
Aaaaand..cool port, although not as scary as I expected!  So work on that! Bring the horro to life. smile
My favourite shot would be
https://modelmayhm-2.vo.llnwd.net/d1/photos/091027/11/4ae73e2192f04_m.jpg
It is dark, moody, a little creepy...I like it.  Do more stuff like this.

My least favourite would be this
https://modelmayhm-2.vo.llnwd.net/d1/photos/091105/22/4af3bfbb70ffd_m.jpg
I jsut don't really like the (smoke?) effects.

All in all you got a really great eye contact with the camer in every shot that you look into it. The last two shots in your port are quite similar, almost the same, so I would consider maybe removing one of them.
Other than that, keep up being dark and scary and make more creepy stuff. Get creative!smile

And now we go for the playlsit...ah the pressure....
you get...

Chris Cornell- Scream

I hope you enjoy that.
Have a nice day.

haha thank you muchos ^_^

Jan 24 10 07:26 pm Link

Model

JenniM

Posts: 1694

Los Gatos, California, US

Bobby Maack wrote:

Hello.

My first advice would be to write something more about yourself in your profile. Doesn't have to be much, but jsut mention briefly who you are, what your goals are etc. I think it gives a better look to your whole profile.

You have some very nice photos, and when I look at your port, on my first glance this is the photo that immediately catches my attention

https://modelmayhm-2.vo.llnwd.net/d1/photos/091004/21/4ac97cbb69b85_m.jpg

I like the colors and the emotion. So this would be the photo that stands out as better than the others.


My playlist gives you Amy Macdonald- Let's start a band

lol...my entire profile got wiped, so im in the process of re-doing everything.

thank you for everything!

Jan 24 10 08:01 pm Link

Model

Roxy Stardust

Posts: 51

Bristol, England, United Kingdom

me pleassse?

Thanks

Jan 25 10 07:17 am Link

Model

Jillian McDonald

Posts: 182

Glasgow, Scotland, United Kingdom

me please smile

Jan 25 10 07:18 am Link

Model

zhiffy

Posts: 1208

Singapore, Singapore, Singapore

let me know! (:

Jan 25 10 01:19 pm Link