Inspire Magazine Issue 101

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C1Model Management

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How To Become A C1Model

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We take on models from 18 years old with no upper limit, and we are always on the look-out for new faces, especially character models with unusual features and/or skills. Our books are always open for the right people. We currently represent a diverse group of models and receive inquires weekly to join our management company

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Inspire Mag PUBLISHER

Aaron Robinson EDITOR IN CHIEF

HOW TO REACH US

MAIN OFFICE 671 Warfield Rd, North Plainfield, NJ, 07063 PHONE NUMBER 908 266 5848 WEBSITE www.c1photography.net

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Urban vs Street Modeling

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f facades are the bones and body of a city, then the people are its embodiment of vitality.

To point out, the soul of a city or suburb can be found in the locals. Indulging both people or locals and buildings in a single shot can make an impeccable and dynamic piece of art. A city literally lights up at night and taking a photograph during the evening can bring another contrast to the place. Some streets might look more alive during nighttime, while busy pavements during the daytime tend to become more deserted. Moreover, one of the key aspects of modeling and every photoshoot is inding the right locations that will be utilized on a regular basis but on the lookout for something new and fresh as well. This leads me to tackle two of the various sides in the ield of modern modeling opportunities: urban modeling and street modeling.

It has been said that urban modeling is “a niche of the glamour modeling market, urban models cater to the urban / hip hop community. Famous names include Melyssa Ford, Buffe "The Body" Carruthers, Esther Baxter and Vida Guerra, to name a few.

The market is relatively new, but incredibly popular. It is part glamour and part fashion or commercial. Further, urban modeling features a model to make his/her poses while being surrounded by the natural beauty of metro and urban concepts.

This type of modeling activity is taken on location and uses the city as the background. It can be performed in natural broad daylight as well as with a lash during nighttime. Fashion modeling in an urban setting offers both the model and photographer the chance of taking street photography shots as well as more glamorous cinematic photos. Of course, it is not merely limited to shooting in the streets. One can also utilize many other venues for backdrops such as parks, buildings, train stations, hotels, cafes, restaurant and the like. Mind you, there are variety of locations that make the ideal backgrounds for urban fashion modeling. Also, there is the need to accentuate rather than focus on the model if the photoshoot is to focus on a certain product or article of clothing.

The idea behind urban modeling typically captures the culture, norm, surroundings, styles and trends of urban areas while fashion is becoming an essential part of it as well. This makes it an ideal setup for those who do not want to be con ined to modeling inside of a studio. There is also a need of a model release form in urban modeling.

EDITOR’S NAME Aaron Robinson

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Should Models pay for photographers?

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Should models pay photographers? Or the other way around? I know it’s a little bit cliché but let’s take into account the different ideas and opinions when it comes to the premise of WHO SHOULD PAY WHAT? in the modeling arena.

Working as a freelance model or photographer in the artistic industry implies running your own business and establishing your name as your brand. We have to admit that both model and photographer need an effective portfolio or book that shows their photos and works respectively. After all, we are talking about advertising images produced for a purpose.

When the issue involves a sense of entitlement on both sides, basically, it is said that the one who needs the other should pay (or pay more).

If both need one another equally, then they should collaborate for mutual bene it.

There are some instances where the model pays the photographer especially when the former is building or updating a portfolio and the latter has to do all the work - from the photoshoot setup, taking photos in different angles, retouching the photos to printing them. In cases like such, it is just ideal that photographers are paid. An updated photo from time to time is needed particularly when a young model is growing. Further, let’s take into consideration that a photographer has taken years of attending workshops and various learning in order to get professionally taken photos. Also, some photographers join memberships to various groups, associations, club and longer hours spent in Photoshop and Lightroom.

Furthermore, a model who needs pictures to update her subscription site needs to pay a quali ied photographer to shoot sets.

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On the other side of the coin, there are also circumstances when photographers pay models for a photoshoot for a personal project such as a gallery show or a book. In this case, the photographer becomes the client. There are other reasons to pay for a shoot. When a photographer needs the shots for something speci ic and have certain quali ications, like exclusive content and the other person cannot use them, even for their portfolio and sometimes there are just people that a photographer wants to shoot that adds credibility to his/her own portfolio.

Meanwhile, it is also conventional for an aspiring model who signs with an agency to pay for a test shoot. He/she will pay around $400-$1000 depending on the audience or market. The expenses are incurred by the model, and not the agency itself. Albeit there are instances when the agency may front the money and compensate it afterwards from the model's earnings but such is just considered as one of the exceptions to the general rule. In any other cases, a model may be able to ind an agency quali ied and approved photographer to test for free if he/she has a mien that the photographer needs. In the sphere of agency testing, quali ied test photographer does not necessarily have to

pay models which means, such photographer seldom pays for the model’s fee as they have numerous of models to choose from.

Some models and photographers consider applying the free tests setup. These tests refer to photoshoots for the purposes of selfpromotion and portfolio use. A free test is basically taking advantage of a situation.

Because a model’s portfolio needs to show a great deal of variety, showing all kinds of images and the potentials of the model, only 2–4 images from the same free photoshoot will be utilized to start a listing, hence, free tests may be reckoned. The idea behind testing is that, it is a trade between two professionals. The model gives his/her time in exchange for the photographer's time.

Time-for-prints is an up to date alternative, but much more common today, where in addition to the efforts/skill of the photographer, the model gets some prints. It deems fair if both parties are amenable.

From a personal perspective, both aspiring model and photographer must need to build

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up their portfolio irst, and the ideal way to start is by shooting trade. It’s a winwin situation. The idea is this, the model gets photos for his/her portfolio while the photographer gets photos for his/her book, and everybody wins. There will be no charge to the model as he/she is also being paired with the photographer who is also building a portfolio- it’s a mutually bene icial experience and quite a usual practice. Some of the great upsides in doing a trade shoot are: both parties get to shoot something they want to do; they can expand their abilities by trying something new; they get a chance to work with someone they might not normally work with; and both parties can get some new and updated shots for their respective portfolios and have fun. It is really a two-way street and the respect must come both ways. When either the model or photographer hits the plateau or ceiling then that will be the time when either of them has to apply one of the ways to break through the situation, and

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orn in Manhattan, raised in Queens, New York native Leila Grey edgy

and funky personality who incorporates urban and girly hints to her style.

Her love for costumes and fashion makes it quite easy for her to take on any look and make it her own. Growing up in Dominican household, the sounds of Spanish music flowed through her ears and influenced the path to becoming a singer and model. Everything within the performing arts was vital in her life, taking part in many activities, concerts, fashion shows and more.

This aspiring Model/Pop/R&B artist says “I love playing around with fashion and trying new things, I am very daring, and I always enjoy playing dress up and experimenting with costumes and wigs.” Leila Grey is certainly a force to be reckoned with as she already has a feature song on the hit series “Awkward” on MTV. Leila intends on staying upbeat and fresh and not being labeled as a one lane individual. As she grows her brand as an artist and a model. this rising star definitely has no limits to how far she wants to go. Leila Grey is here to stay.

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The gorgeous lady in red

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My name is Holly B. I'm originally from Southern California and lived in Arizona but now reside in North Carolina. I am a Commercial glamour model and I have done print work for a curvy women's online magazine titled Thick-n-Thin magazine. I also done modeling for different clothing companies, several photographers and I have done several fashion/runway shows. I am 5"8 170 lbs and I am 39 years old. I have been modeling for 2 years and my passion is Glamour modeling. I brand myself as a sexy but classy curvaceous model and I my goal is widening that brand into aspects of acting and fashion.

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KAYLA LILLY A star is made from the rugged streets of Philedelphia, PA.

I am Kayla Lilly and I am a singer and a model. I have been singing since I was four years old, performing for the past ten years, and working as a photo model for the past year. I have a huge passion for both singing and modeling. I love being on stage and in front of the camera. I mainly sing R&B, pop and soul, but also enjoy contemporary, classical and gospel music. I mainly shoot fashion, commercial and glamour but I also enjoy creative projects like dress up. I am currently recording music for C1Music and modeling for C1Model Management. I work with individual photographers as well. I am available for photo shoots and gigs in Philadelphia, New Jersey and New York, but am available to travel to other destinations in the US. I am 5’4", curly dark brown hair, brown eyes, with tanned skin, which makes me a good model for swimwear photos. Pick me for your next modeling project or hire me for a performance, you won't be disappointed.

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V.SKye C1Music & C1Model Management Vernae L. Taylor was born in the heart of the City of Summit, NJ. Singing and performing from the moment she could talk, she set out big dreams to be an Entertainer someday. As an adolescent she performed alongside her brother in the Church Choir and in local Talent Shows. A er High School, Vernae a ended Rutgers University and quickly enrolled in the School of Communica on Informa on Library Studies.

Despite her choice of scholas c focus, Vernae con nued to pursue her love for music by singing in compe ons throughout different Rutgers College campuses and the NJ area at large. Vernae has graced the stages of Crossroads Theatre, State Theatre, The Mayo Performing Arts Center, The Count Basie Theatre and has toured all over the US. Also adding to her love of music, was the world of ac ng; in which she stumbled upon, when casted in a Mason Gross School of the Arts Showcase and a Cabaret Musical. Immediately following gradua on with a B.A. in Communica on, Vernae went on to embark upon a professional career in Musical Theater. Always wrestling with the wavering of the business; during off seasons, Vernae worked in the school system as a Para Professional, in Sales Management for several high-end luxury brands and contracted for various Pharmaceu cal Companies. It was also during this me that Vernae managed to obtain a Cer ficate in TV& Radio from the Connec cut School of Broadcas ng. Most recently, Vernae has studied Meisner Technique and Emo onal Prepara on at the Conservatory, Studio 4 in NYC, founded by well known Actor/Director, James Franco. On camera, you may have seen her as a Computer Hacker, suppor ve Teacher, or a pregnant woman in Lamaze class. Today, Vernae is penning the music for her future recording project and adding Model to her resume. When working with Vernae you can expect that she’ll bring a confident, yet warm, friendly presence to every encounter. Striving to be the voice for those struggling with self doubt and low self worth, she hopes to inspire and empower everybody to unlock their greatness; living every single day with PURPOSE.

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NAS C1Model Management I am Nastassia Bonilla, I am a cosmetologist helping in making people become more beau ful, but for the last 4-5 months I have been pursuing my dream of becoming a model. I have wanted to venture into the modeling industry a er witnessing several shoots I've styled hair for. I am very open to shoo ng dierent looks and styles as I am s ll new, so my preference is currently nonexistent. I am located in the Richmond area of Virginia, but willing to travel if need be.

I am 5'5" and currently have shoulder length red hair. I am willing to recolor my hair to a more neutral color if it is too elaborate for an crea ve look. I am also a light skin female with ta oos covering my le arm, spine, under-chest and one to the back of my calf. I am very eager to jump into this industry and willing to work extremely hard by any means.

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April Fierce C1Model Management

I am April Fierce from Houston, TX and I’m 19 years old. I have a big passion for modeling. My ambition drives me to my goals. I have acted for a Spanish show called Caso Cerrado and have done several photo shoots such as casual. Glamour model is my goal I will do fashion style, swimwear and lingerie.

I am currently working with C1Model Management. I am willing to do shoots in Texas, New York and I’m willing to do other destinations in US and if discussed in advance, I am willing to travel to other countries. I’m 5’6 tall with natural hair and tanned skin, which makes me a good model for swimwear and lingerie photos. If you choose me as your next model you won’t be disappointed.

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What sort of work / modelling assignments does C1Models get?

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1Models do not charge models for joining our model management company. We take a commission from each job, details of which will be available to you in our modeling contract.

In our experience reputable agencies do not charge joining fees; we would be very wary of any agency that charges fees up-front. And be very wary of agencies that agree to take you on ONLY if you pay for a portfolio of pictures with them, the chances are that (a set of photos) is all you will get.

There a lot of scams in the modelling world most of which can be avoided with a degree of common sense. Most companies that charge up-front fees should be avoided, at the very least ask what you get in return and ask WHY they charge.

Don't hand over any money in Hotels or Shopping Centre’s to so-called 'agencies' that take a few photos with promises of work. Chances are you will never hear from them again. If in doubt feel free to give us a call, we will always try to give you advice based on our experience!

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