Forums > General Industry > My photo is going be on Tyra!!

Photographer

S

Posts: 21678

Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania, US

I just got the coolest phone call from a model, ever!  Evidently Sasha just got selected to represent the West Coast for the upcoming plus model contest on Tyra's show.  Tyra personally picked her, and from what I hear, was really enthusiastic about the photo.  I've just received a request for permission to use the photo when Sasha hits the runway on the show.

Hmmm, gotta think about that.  Not!

I can't tell you how pleased I am, both for myself and Sasha, but also to see some gorgeous plus size models out there doing great work and getting attention and recognition for it.  This is what my photography is all about.  This ROCKS!

The photo in question is below, just because I'm a show-off like that.  smile

https://img2.modelmayhem.com/051128/01/438b0b2017516.jpg

Feb 05 06 01:26 pm Link

Photographer

Posts: 5265

New York, New York, US

congrats,

The photo and model look beautiful.

Feb 05 06 01:54 pm Link

Photographer

Bryan Benoit

Posts: 2106

Miami, Florida, US

Super congrats.. I can see why the photo and model were selected.

You did a great job. Not only for yourself but for the model as it sounds like the photo helped in the selection process.

Feb 05 06 01:59 pm Link

Photographer

Glamour Boulevard

Posts: 8628

Sacramento, California, US

Congratulations. Get out the VCR,LOL. I hope they give you credits,too.

Feb 05 06 02:00 pm Link

Model

PlusModelNikki

Posts: 1196

Pontiac, Michigan, US

congrats! smile I didnt know Tyra had anything of that nature coming up... I dont watch the show, I catch it when I can though.  smile  Thats ultra cool.  One of these days, I hope to be in front of your lens wink

Feb 05 06 02:02 pm Link

Photographer

Craig Thomson

Posts: 13462

Tacoma, Washington, US

Glamour Boulevard wrote:
Congratulations. Get out the VCR,LOL. I hope they give you credits,too.

Whats a VCR?

Feb 05 06 02:04 pm Link

Model

Seth Mitchell

Posts: 1457

Long Beach, California, US

Very cool smile

Feb 05 06 02:05 pm Link

Model

Uriana

Posts: 91

Tampa, Florida, US

That's so awesome. Congratulations. 

Do you know when the show will air?

Feb 05 06 02:06 pm Link

Model

May-Lu

Posts: 248

Austin, Indiana, US

Sita Mae Edwards wrote:
Tyra personally picked her, and from what I hear, was really enthusiastic about the photo.

And I can see why....  You did a fantastic job!!!  Bravo, girl! smile

Feb 05 06 02:13 pm Link

Photographer

Monsante Bey

Posts: 2111

Columbus, Georgia, US

Cool.

Feb 05 06 02:14 pm Link

Photographer

Landra Lee Photography

Posts: 276

Los Angeles, California, US

Big congrats to both of you!!  Yay!!

Feb 05 06 02:50 pm Link

Photographer

Brian Diaz

Posts: 65617

Danbury, Connecticut, US

Didn't I tell you that photo frickin ruled?

I'll tell you this, too, Sita.  You frickin rule.

Feb 05 06 04:27 pm Link

Model

Sheena

Posts: 143

Jersey City, New Jersey, US

Congrats!!! Beautiful shot and model.

Feb 05 06 06:44 pm Link

Photographer

Synthesis|Photo

Posts: 106

Pewaukee, Wisconsin, US

good work

Feb 05 06 06:47 pm Link

Photographer

DJTalStudios

Posts: 602

Seattle, Washington, US

Congratulations. As I ALWAYS say around here when people bitch about TFP and who has quality and doesn't... You never know who THEY know or WHERE they will end up in the future.

That is awesome for you.

Feb 05 06 06:52 pm Link

Model

-suede-

Posts: 846

Milwaukee, Wisconsin, US

Rawk on!  I was just on the Tyra show (though it hasn't aired yet), but not for modeling.   It was fun anyway!

Feb 05 06 08:28 pm Link

Photographer

Justin Huang

Posts: 1308

Irvine, California, US

NICE!

Feb 05 06 08:31 pm Link

Model

TheModelMaya

Posts: 182

Los Angeles, California, US

YAY!!! Im so happy for you!!!! This is wonderful news!!!!

Feb 05 06 08:33 pm Link

Model

Sabina N

Posts: 318

Calgary, Alberta, Canada

Oh, excellent work!!! :-D

Another score for the representation of models who do not fit the straight and narrow criteria of high fashion... thank you for working towards this, and even though I don't own a TV, it is encouraging to hear the market is loosening its silly standards.

Sonntag

Feb 05 06 08:36 pm Link

Photographer

S

Posts: 21678

Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania, US

Thank you so much for the good vibes, y'all, I really appreciate it.  I don't know yet when the show will air, but as soon as I know I'll post it here!  This has been such a good day.  Happy sigh.  You guys are great, thank you for the good wishes.  I'll keep you posted!

Feb 05 06 10:43 pm Link

Photographer

Richard Tallent

Posts: 7136

Beaumont, Texas, US

Congratulations! I'm a dude, but I really like Tyra's show, and watch it with my wife on ocassion (along with ANTM, DH, and Gilmore Girls--ok, I'm weird).

See if they are willing to throw you into the credits at the end... can't hurt to ask, even if only for the extra bragging rights.

Feb 05 06 11:40 pm Link

Model

Amy Harber

Posts: 272

Chicago, Illinois, US

congrats. will be watching

Feb 06 06 12:27 am Link

Model

DanaR

Posts: 35

Millbrae, California, US

Congrats to you and Sasha!! I can't wait to watch.

Feb 06 06 11:19 am Link

Makeup Artist

Candace Corey

Posts: 151

Chicago, Illinois, US

That is GREAT! Not only will it get your work some publicity but you can list the Tyra show in your resume (if photogs even use those).

Great picture!

Candace Corey
www.candacecorey.com

Feb 06 06 12:43 pm Link

Model

Alicia I

Posts: 9

Fayetteville, Arkansas, US

congrats to you!!!!!!

Feb 06 06 12:46 pm Link

Photographer

S

Posts: 21678

Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania, US

Richard Tallent wrote:
See if they are willing to throw you into the credits at the end... can't hurt to ask, even if only for the extra bragging rights.

They actually offered that, according to the model.  (I'm still waiting for the paperwork to be faxed.)  It'll probably be a nanosecond at the end, but woohoo nonetheless!

Feb 06 06 01:18 pm Link

Model

Angelus

Posts: 3642

Atlanta, Georgia, US

Sita Mae

Congrats to you...for sure.
I know you deserve it.


....I'm still going to shoot with you in March, so be on the lookout.

I am happy for you.

Feb 06 06 01:32 pm Link

Model

Sara Beth

Posts: 487

New York, New York, US

couldn't have happened to a nicer photog...and seriously, thank you so much for representing those of us who fall outside the lines of industry standards...it seems like Tyra is taking more and more of an interest in plus models. I wonder if that will have any impact on ANTM?

Feb 06 06 01:37 pm Link

Photographer

Mann Made Imagery

Posts: 5281

Lubbock, Texas, US

Glamour Boulevard wrote:
Congratulations. Get out the VCR,LOL. I hope they give you credits,too.

VCR?  He should get a TiVo and then record it then burn it to a DVD. big_smile  Then he should make copies and share it with all of us! big_smile

Feb 06 06 02:09 pm Link

Model

DawnElizabeth

Posts: 3907

Madison, Mississippi, US

Craig Thomson wrote:

Whats a VCR?

It's this prehistoric recording device. Not to date myself...but I remember them well.

Feb 06 06 02:33 pm Link

Photographer

S

Posts: 21678

Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania, US

Angelus wrote:
....I'm still going to shoot with you in March, so be on the lookout.

I am very much looking forward to it!

Feb 06 06 02:34 pm Link

Model

Miss Kat

Posts: 113

Los Angeles, California, US

YAY THAT IS SO AWESOME!!!

Feb 06 06 02:37 pm Link

Wardrobe Stylist

CamelaC

Posts: 120

Charlotte, North Carolina, US

Congratulations!! what an accomplishment. You should see if she needs you to photograph anyone else for her!! Uh.. and when you do.. tell her you know an awesome Fashion Stylist!! lol shameless add on, I know.. hehehehehe

Feb 06 06 02:38 pm Link

Photographer

S

Posts: 21678

Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania, US

Brian Diaz wrote:
Didn't I tell you that photo frickin ruled?

I'll tell you this, too, Sita.  You frickin rule.

You definitely told me.  This is the kind of "told you so" I can live with!

The feeling is mutual, Brian.  smile

Feb 06 06 05:39 pm Link

Photographer

S

Posts: 21678

Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania, US

Sonntag wrote:
Oh, excellent work!!! :-D

Another score for the representation of models who do not fit the straight and narrow criteria of high fashion... thank you for working towards this, and even though I don't own a TV, it is encouraging to hear the market is loosening its silly standards.

Sonntag

Thank you so much, Sonntag.  It really means a lot to me when people get what I am about.

Feb 06 06 05:50 pm Link

Photographer

S

Posts: 21678

Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania, US

Nikki S. wrote:
congrats! smile I didnt know Tyra had anything of that nature coming up... I dont watch the show, I catch it when I can though.  smile  Thats ultra cool.  One of these days, I hope to be in front of your lens wink

I would like that a lot, Nikki.  Your new work with Dee is great!

Feb 06 06 05:51 pm Link

Model

Zoe

Posts: 1326

Palm Beach, Florida, US

Glad to hear something positive this evening, thanks for the uplifting announcement.

Much congratulations to you and the model!!!

Zoe

Feb 06 06 06:57 pm Link

Photographer

Jay Bowman

Posts: 6511

Los Angeles, California, US

With a photo like that, you shouldn't even be surprised.  I'm certainly not.

Congratulations!  Hats off to both of you.

Feb 06 06 08:20 pm Link

Model

Daphne G

Posts: 163

New York, New York, US

The photo is gorgeous.  A great bit hearty congratulations is well-deserved!

Feb 06 06 08:47 pm Link

Model

MELissaMOORE

Posts: 1939

Fairfield, California, US

Congrats that is awesome, now what about us short petite models? LOL
Kisses,
MEL

Feb 06 06 08:50 pm Link