Modeling can be a fun and profitable career for just about anyone but especially pretty young women but it’s also a dangerous occupation which can be made a lot safer using common sense and following a few simple safety tips.
Remain Anonymous
When it comes to the Internet, the less people know about you the better. Never give out your full name and use a backup email account unless you know the person you’re dealing with and are 100% sure you want them knowing where you live. If you need to put your details out there, use an agency or post office box.
Ask Around
If you’re going to work with a new photographer, ask other models in town about them. Never be afraid to ask the photographer for references, as my old flight instructor used to say that it was better to be on the ground wishing you were flying than in the air wishing you were on the ground.
Bring a Buddy
Take somebody you trust along on your photo shoot, it can be a man or a woman but generally boyfriends/girlfriends are a bad idea. It’ll give you somebody to talk to while the photographer fiddles with the lights as well as a way out if you grow uncomfortable.
Trust Yourself
At the end of the day, if it sounds too good to be true it probably is. Never get yourself into a vulnerable situation, drive yourself to outdoor locations and always have a backup plan if things don’t work out but most of all … trust yourself, if you don’t like the situation you’re in, leave.
Preplan Your Shoot
Photography may look spontaneous but it’s not. The simple fact is that a good photo takes preparation and planning. Communicate with your photographer what types of photographs you are comfortable making together, and make sure you have a clear understanding of the type of work they’re looking for.
And remember … if you’re ever passing through Fredericton, drop me a line and we can see what types of photos we can make together. You can find me on OMP @ http://www.onemodelplace.com/member.cfm?P_ID=87262
or you can take a look at my portfolio here on my website.
