7 Tips for Working With Models

1) There are lots of models out there It's true, websites like model-mayhem, net-model, one-model-place have hundreds of models no more than 20 miles for where you are.

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Raphaella - gentle backlighting (video)

"Nudes Deconstructed" - a short YouTube video discussion of an image.

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Model of the Day: 29/04/2025 - Niki Marie

Our daily model photograph with Niki Marie

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Red Drape

This setup has been a staple shot of mine over the years. It is simple but so striking. We use it for models and our boudoir clients. The rich red tones against the Carla's perfect, pale skin make such a terrific contrast.

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Model of the Day: 28/04/2025 - Carla Monaco

Our daily model photograph with Carla Monaco

NikiMarie Nudes and Water: Photoshoot

Niki and I went down to the lake for these images. This opening shot is while Niki is getting used to the water (it was bloody cold!

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Model of the Day: 27/04/2025 - Laura Summers

Our daily model photograph with Laura Summers

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Boudoir Red Sofa

Red is a very provocative colour, it is symbolic of danger and drama and in our context lust and sex. It is also a really strong eye catching colour in any image.

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Model of the Day: 26/04/2025 - Niki Marie

Our daily model photograph with Niki Marie

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Window Frame Shadows

Shadows ought to be so easy, after all we see them all the time and they often intrude on our images where we don't want them. But actually creating a nice crisp shadow is based on a series of compromises.

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40000 Exposure (video)

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Critique for Guy

Model of the Day: 26/01/2021 - Leah Axl