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Mod Picks of the week. May, week 1
As discussed here
https://www.modelmayhem.com/forums/post/985341 This is our first week of highlighting recently uploaded images that caught our eye. We had several more images selected but in some cases the user hasn't read the message we sent, so we don't yet have clear permission. We may add more images to this post if/when permission is granted. The images are listed in no particular order at all. Please feel free to comment on them, without any negative critique of course. And also please review the other works that these users display. And comment, like and maybe make a list of your favorites. It's all about networking, you might as well do some of that. Please leave some positive feedback for these artists. SkinRetouch_pro 
https://www.modelmayhem.com/portfolio/pic/48873381 Clean, professional, and polished. The hair and makeup team did fantastic work, but the framing and focus pull it all together. Steamworks 
https://www.modelmayhem.com/portfolio/pic/48874251 The lighting wraps around the subject beautifully, creating soft dimensionality. The pose feels relaxed but intentional. lumierepaschal 
https://www.modelmayhem.com/portfolio/pic/48876904 The composition leads the eye naturally across the frame. This feels fresh and modern, perfect for lifestyle or swimwear clients. Stefan FH 
https://www.modelmayhem.com/portfolio/pic/48873555 The moody tones and relaxed pose create an intimate yet confident atmosphere. This image shows range in the photographer/model work and a good instinct for emotional storytelling.
May 09 26 07:02 pm Link Stefan FH's "Swedish Forest" certainly got my attention. I absolutely loved it and it's something I probably wouldn't have seen otherwise.
A great way to start! May 09 26 07:17 pm Link Week two. May Mod Picks
Please feel free to post your thoughts on these, or just one of them. But do keep comments positive and not critical. PattyHankins 
https://www.modelmayhem.com/portfolio/pic/48878681 Good use of reflection adds depth and context. The exposure on the subject vs. the reflection is well balanced. Steven Hattaway 
https://www.modelmayhem.com/portfolio/pic/48878425 Not something you see everyday. majojurcik 
https://www.modelmayhem.com/portfolio/pic/48880888 Sets a nice mood. Dre Lord 
https://www.modelmayhem.com/portfolio/pic/48881762 Another stunning B&W image Chroniclesof 
https://www.modelmayhem.com/portfolio/pic/48877781 Ethereal lighting. Beautiful pose, styling and composition. NYVISUALS 
https://www.modelmayhem.com/portfolio/pic/48879729 Strong emotional connection. Eye contact and catchlights are key. Jack Dieppe Photography 
https://www.modelmayhem.com/portfolio/pic/48880569 Creative angle, crop and focus. Studio Dion 
https://www.modelmayhem.com/portfolio/pic/48882155 Stunning portrait with soft tones. May 16 26 02:59 pm Link Thank you for highlight Model Mayhem it is always an honor. As for the shot, it was with a dear friend of mine. While we were thinking of creative ideas, the sunset was starting to drop, and I recognized that black and white would create a more striking composition for the picture, drawing focus simply to her hand. So I had her lie down, and I pulled focus to create the shot, and this is what came of it! May 16 26 03:12 pm Link Lots of great work in the thread from everyone involved. Definitely some really creative shots in there. May 16 26 03:17 pm Link Thank you Model Mayhem for highlighting my photo. I really appreciate it.
The photograph was created remotely. The model, Ivory Flame, was in England and I was at home in Maryland. It was photographed with window light. May 16 26 04:05 pm Link PattyHankins wrote: Wow, a remotely done image? That makes it even more special in my mind. May 16 26 05:16 pm Link Thank you for including my photo, it makes me happy to be highlighted along with so many other beautiful models (:
I was actually very young in that one, and everyone was directing me in another language so I just did my best haha. May 17 26 03:58 pm Link Mod 7 (Cust. Svc.) wrote: I never would have thought to open Week 1 thread to find Week 2 selections. I just happened to open this thread since I saw new replies. I wonder how many other members have skipped over this thread?
May 18 26 01:10 am Link Unfortunately, the title cannot be changed. At first we had thought that we would do a new thread each week, but later decided to use one thread per month. May 18 26 06:34 am Link Oops wrong thread, Comment reposted in correct thread.
https://www.modelmayhem.com/forums/post/985341/1#last May 18 26 07:43 pm Link May - week 3 Mod picks in no particular order.
Feel free to comment. Drakarium Photography 
https://www.modelmayhem.com/portfolio/pic/48885646 Just a stunning capture Jonathan Ferreira 
https://www.modelmayhem.com/portfolio/pic/48883056 Classic portrait. Good framing. Charlesscarlin 
https://www.modelmayhem.com/portfolio/pic/48883696 The image hones in on the model’s face and physique. Minimalism stands out. Amgpng1 
https://www.modelmayhem.com/portfolio/pic/48885621 Lighting and pose/expression carry this image. Tiffany Pichon 
https://www.modelmayhem.com/portfolio/pic/48885840 Flipped, it's hard to look away and the near perfect symmetry of the model’s body is captivating A Shutter Darkly 
https://www.modelmayhem.com/portfolio/pic/48886399 Close, intimate image with great shadows and flash of colorful hair. May 23 26 09:01 am Link Thank you very much for selecting my photo this week. Before the shoot, I spent quite a bit of time refining the lighting because I wanted to create the right mood and atmosphere. I also enjoy incorporating interesting props whenever possible, as they can add personality and help tell a story within the frame. Since the model is Italian, I brought along my fedora as a styling element, and once everything came together, the lighting, the pose, and the prop, the image really seemed to come alive. I'm very pleased with how it all worked together and appreciate the recognition. May 23 26 09:34 am Link Drakarium Photography wrote: The image deserves recognition. I'm glad that we spotted it! May 23 26 07:21 pm Link I really appreciate being featured in this week's spotlight, truly honored to say the least, special thanks to the moderatos of MM. This photo was taken in December 2024. Believe it or not but this was actually my first ever photoshoot, I had paid the photographer to get these made as I was not a "model" at the time. This was the culmination of a 2 year fitness journey that I had started back in January 2023. I had spent Jan 2023 to May 2024 in a bulk (calorie surplus to gain weight/muscle) and managed to get my weight all the way to 168 lb, from May 24' to August 24' I was in a cut (be in a calorie deficit to cut fat) all the way down to 150 lb and I was shocked by the results as I for the first time in my entire life had visible abs (as you can see here).At that point I became obsessed with wanting to get some digital documentation/proof of it while I still had them as I was very paranoid of losing them which was when the idea of doing a modeling photoshoot came out mind. It was the perfect environment, a controlled environment with the perfect lighting from the right angles to really maximize the abs which are sometimes difficult to show off in natural lighting. So I looked around and found one retired photographer who owned a hair salon in LES who seemed to know how to use lighting the way I had in mind. He was very generous with pricing and availability as he also helped with my hair & other miscellaneous aspects of the shoot I hadn't even considered. On the weeks leading up to the shoot I made a very aggressive cut (calorie deficit) in addition to water & sodium manipulation to achieve the dry/tight skin look you see here to accentuate the abs as much as possible. I had brought a duffel bag filled with at least 10 different outfits and combination of outfits and we had shot literally all day long (about 4pm to 8pm). This shoot was meant to be my absolute "Peak" in terms of looks/physicality and for a while that was the case until I surpassed that record when I had achieved the a cut all the way down to 140 pounds the following year (May 2025). But overall, I'm still very proud and happy of how this shoot went and in hindsight I recognize how difficult it was compared to most other people's shoots. May 23 26 09:47 pm Link Charlesscarlin wrote: That’s an incredible story honestly, the dedication behind this photo is just as impressive as the result. You didn’t just show up, you engineered that moment from years of discipline. Respect. May 24 26 11:07 am Link Jack Dieppe Photography wrote: Love how you trusted the light and went with your instincts black and white was the perfect call. Simple, striking, and beautifully composed. May 24 26 11:10 am Link Charlesscarlin wrote: Snipped for brevity That is fantastic! Thanks for sharing that. May 25 26 02:37 pm Link really like this format — so rad seeing everyone's work highlighted like this 🥳 May 29 26 09:58 am Link Selections for May week 4 in no particular order. We had several more selected, but the users still haven't read the message we sent to ask their permission.
Coolik 
https://www.modelmayhem.com/portfolio/pic/48889018 Mattemilan96 
https://www.modelmayhem.com/portfolio/pic/48887637 Soulful portrait. This one really looks straight into me. ODuffy 
https://www.modelmayhem.com/portfolio/pic/48889666 This shot just feels so casual and sincere. May 31 26 06:09 am Link This self-portrait was shot in my living room using a strobe, a large umbrella, and a fabric backdrop.
For this image, I focused on creating a soft, diffused light while maintaining a fairly shallow depth of field. The pose was kept natural and intuitive, allowing the portrait to feel spontaneous and authentic. May 31 26 11:02 pm Link Mattemilan96 wrote: Well done. And thanks for sharing the info! Jun 02 26 07:10 am Link Moderators’
Are you going to make a dedicated button/link only for the weekly Pics Page? Instead of a comment thread as it is now. Jun 03 26 07:11 am Link Frederick C wrote: For now at least it will stay the way it is. With a new thread for each month. So each thread will have 4 weeks of highlighted photos. Jun 04 26 06:26 am Link |
