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Model Mayhem #:
3813869
Last Activity:
Jan 23, 2024
Experience:
Experienced
Compensation:
Any
Joined:
Nov 24, 2015

Lists (4)

Classics

5 Photos

Pinup & Rockabilly

1 Photos

Arthouse

5 Photos

B&W Portraits

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About Me

Im a self taught photographer since 1977, over an interrupted lifetime.

I’m based in Newcastle and prefer to shoot here at a nearby studio. However, I'm keen to work with people on here even if it means some travel by me.

In 2015, I gained more photography time following a sea-change. I also had the chance to upgrade to current gear in an amazing digital world. I'm a Canon die hard and started on an AE1 followed by a T50. I bought my first EOS in 1990 in the days of chewing film. I now have a sweet new 70D with 7 new lenses, lots of lighting and I added a 6D Mk II in 2017.

Improving technique and experimenting are my two main loves.

I love photographing waterscapes, landscapes, sport, portraiture, the macro world and capturing rare wild birds in flight but I'm also very happy to delve into new areas to me such as studio. My signature style is Long Lens Candid Photos of People usually in Black and White.

I shoot RAW and post process and catalog with Lightroom CC following a crash course on using it. I love the program. I'm not a big fan of CGI as I believe the picture should speak for itself, a skill needed in the past days of film. However, it's fun to play with things at times and I'll tackle Photoshop soon to understand it's range of powers.

I encourage models to bring an escort if they wish and to meet before any shoot. While I’m happy to shoot nude, studio technique development for me can easily be done G rated as I focus on faces, skin, hands etc. and manipulate and experiment with controlled lighting.

While I prefer TFP, I will pay model/stylist if there is a certain look that I want to get.

Ok, the serious stuff.

Dave's model shoot rules - There are always rules somewhere.

My first rule and most important one is that I want all involved to have fun and just create some amazing photographs.

I prefer to meet up before a shoot to discuss it. You are welcome to have someone with you all the time but they can't be your partner.

If I am paying for a shoot I would like your phone number so I can confirm the booking the day before or so I can talk to you if either of us is delayed or unable to attend.

If I am paying full rates, the images are mine to use and we will sign a model release. You will get access to watermarked proofs if you wish to buy any.

With reduced fee or TFP, I will share the images and seek your permission for online posting. I expect to be credited as the photographer for any image posted online. I will likewise credit any models, HMUA etc. I will post process shared images for you to your requirements.

I believe that good communication can be expected. That means if we need to change any arrangements we discuss it. Rescheduling is ok, not turning up or replying to messages is not. I allow one slip up. A second and we might not work together again.

Cheers,

Dave.

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