Part time models fortunate enough to secure work with a professional photographer should ensure that they are mentally and physically prepared for work so that the shoot goes smoothly and both parties get what they want from the experience.
Although part-time modelling could be your first step towards stardom, it is always wise to consider the following golden rules when working with professional photographers: •Be punctual.
Being on time is very important.
•Take a friend or parents along with you or at the very least inform someone of your whereabouts.
•Make sure you tell the photographer that someone knows where you are.
•Make sure that you know exactly what you're supposed to do during the shoot.
Never feel pressured to do anything that you do not feel comfortable with.
•Whether it's a professional studio or on location, ensure that there is a separate changing area for use.
•Reputable photographers will NOT touch you physically.
Make sure you remind them of this if they get within your safety zone.
•Make sure you get a modelling agreement "release" signed before the shoot.
You must be informed where and how your images are going to be displayed, and give your consent.
•Read all paperwork closely before signing a contract at a photoshoot.
Never sign a contract unless your agency tells you it's okay.
Sometimes, crooked photographers will try to get you to sign a contract at a shoot and then sell the photographs without your knowing.
In this case if you signed a contract there's nothing you can do about it! •Beware of contracts that prohibit you from working with other photographers.
The amateur model should not accept this kind of contract.
When you are starting out, you need to make as much money as you can work for as many different photographers as possible.