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Model Mayhem #:
2016997
Last Activity:
Jul 11, 2014
Experience:
Experienced
Compensation:
Depends on Assignment
Joined:
Jan 17, 2011

About Me

My name is Stef and I am owner of Aperture Labs LLC d/b/a Aperture Photography in Albuquerque. This is my job; I'm not a hobbyist. I recently joined mayhem when I found I was doing more and more glamour and high fashion shoots.

Light, and the lack, is key for all photography. Above all else (equipment, photoshop, film vs digital, etc), light creates the shots. I want to use both traditional lighting and unusual/experimental lighting with a goal of creating dynamic, compelling imagery. Understanding and "seeing" light for a photographer is like a painter understanding pigments. I don't push a button; I create art.

I'm always looking for interesting photographic projects, especially unique shoots with difficult challenges. I want to have to study new ways to make a shoot work, and then actually make it work. I've done many model shoots on location, but the real fun is studio sessions where I have complete control over the light and the assorted light modifiers I employ.

If you are a model or actor and need a glamour shoot or headshot, my prices are competitive and I also make very affordable comp cards. I am occasionally willing to do a TFP shoot, if I think it is a great concept that is mutually beneficial, and have done many pro bono fashion shows because they have high visibility, are professional, and are great fun. You're welcome to bring your own music and an escort to a TFP, but your escort must not interfere while I'm shooting and may not bring a camera. A female staffmember will be present if you give me advance notice.

There are a couple ways you can get paid as a model: arrange to sell your photos to a magazine/website/etc, or arrange a magazine/website to contract with me to shoot photos of you in which case I pay you a portion of the proceeds. I'm very flexible and will make the phone calls if you have a tip, and in this business which lives or dies by word-of-mouth, I'm careful to do honest dealings with everyone.

I have a lot of experience shooting:
Portraits
Glamour
Nudes
Runways
Fashion shows
Weddings & Events
Unit stills (Television and movie sets)

Visit our main website and blog at http://aperture-labs.com for current events and recent shoots, and to contact us. Our facebook page is at http://www.facebook.com/ApertureLabs where you can see more (and feel free to Like the page :-)

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Aim model · Model

Hey! Did you get my message? I’m a full time international model with 10+ years experience & I Aim on coming to NM September 3rd for about a week. I’d love to know if you would like to work with me while I am here or if you know anyone who might. This may be the only chance to shoot me in your area. Do you have recommendations on how else to get more work or who to reach out to? ABOUT ME; I am highly committed, passionate, reliable, open to working with artists of any level of experience & am very experienced in a wide variety of expressive poses. I’ve worked throughout AUS, NZ, UK, EU, Asia, Hawaii, & now in North America with plans to travel through other parts of the world. My many years of experience in the industry with a range of creatives from around the world have earned me features in multiple magazines, art galleries & exhibitions in a variety of countries. I’m open to modelling with other male or female models (locals or traveling) in the studio as well as on location in various conditions & throughout a broad range of styles. My extra talents; I’m a musician, I know how to free dive which is good for underwater shots, can horse ride, go on long hikes & also can crack a stock whip, I practice yoga, & have done basic pole & aerial hoop/silks. IG; @layal.official (non nudes) @aim.model (nude) @aim.backup.model1 (back up nude)
Please let me know if you are interested & have a preferred day/time to shoot along with what area you are coming from or have in mind to shoot. Please let me know if you are ok with doing a deposit or if you only pay cash on the day. If you are interested to work with me but not sure when/where/how, please let me know anyway so I know to follow up closer to my arrival. My RATES; for up to art nude $150 per hour for 2hrs or more or $550 for 4hrs or $1000 a day. This covers costs including my meals/drinks, public transportation, outfits I can bring, my own make up & other things to help me be the best I can for you. Surcharges; for 1hr only, light fetish & extra shooters. I do understand people have budgets so I can offer pay off methods where you pay the rate over an agreed time. If Instagram or WhatsApp or even email is better than discussing here, please send me your contact details. Thank you in advance for respecting me. Hope to hear from you soon, keen to see what we can do together, all the best & kindest regards.

08-24-2023
Niko Laslo · Retoucher

HI! My name is Nikolas and I am Hi-end retoucher from Ukraine. I would like to offer my service. You get professional, quality and fast help with photo editing.For more information plz email me : [email protected] . Regards!

01-02-2023
Anna Becker · Retoucher

I could not get around your amazing job.I would be glad to work with you

08-13-2019
Eva Novak · Retoucher

HI!Good job with high quality.It would be great if we can make something together in future.Best regards

12-25-2018
Bryce D · Model

I really like your work! would love to collaborate sometime:)

11-27-2012