... to star in my creative concept shoot. I have a dedicated studio building, camera equipment, lights, backgrounds, wardrobe, and 25 years working with cameras and lights. Furthermore, I'm going to set up equipment and make the space ready before you arrive. After you leave, I'm going to clean up the studio, secure all of the equipment we used for the shoot, and edit the images on my computer. You will be the star of what will hopefully be a creative, professional series of photos. All you need to do is show up on time, bring your spirit and energy to the shoot, and add the photos to your portfolio to show off your talent and good looks. People will see you, and associate your image with beauty and creativity.

Of course, the actors get paid when we're doing a commercial shoot, but they are generally paid by the client who also pays the photographer, makeup artist, designer, producer, etc.

When I am shooting for fun/practice, I would hope you (the model) would understand that I'm asking you to collaborate in something that will benefit both of us. I value your time and talent, and I hope that you would also value mine. I'm going to make it as easy for you as I can. I will have my batteries charged and all of the prerequisite equipment ready when you arrive. I promise I'll never ask you to do anything that will make you uncomfortable, and I won't waste your time.

If you must be paid $50/hour to model, then I'll be happy to pay you $50/hour, but you will have to pay me $75/hour, which is my standard shooting rate.

Warm regards,
Doug