[PLEASE NOTE - I AM NOT ACCEPTING FRIEND REQUESTS FROM PHOTO RETOUCHERS!!]

I'm a photographer based in Charlotte, NC. My rates are reasonable. I am willing to shoot TFP (Trade), but I also accept bookings to provide you with a unique modeling experience. I will consider paying traveling models if you are experienced, have the photos to back it up, and can contribute something unique to my portfolio.

You will never be asked to do anything outside your comfort zone and a chaperone is always welcome on a shoot to observe, or assist you (I may put them to work!). I have a studio partnership in Matthews, NC. For outdoor shoots, if needed, I also have my own studio gear with portable power and can set up appropriate lighting on location shoots just about anywhere. I shoot only with professional full frame bodies, professional series lenses, and off-camera lighting as needed.

Boudoir shoots may be accomplished in the studio or in a suite hotel, depending on preference. A hair and makeup artist is available for an additional fee or may be provided as part of a TF shoot.

If you are a model seeking payment in money from me for your services. Realize that the fee you are paid will be your total compensation. If you desire photos, you may purchase as many prints or social-media-ready digital files from your paid shoot as you wish, but you aren't going to be paid in both money AND free edited photos. If you want to receive photos from our shoot, we'll shoot Trade, or else you can pay ME to photograph you and I'll deliver high-res, edited photos to you from our shoot along with a print and social media release. Fair is fair, right?

If you travel for a TF shoot, I will cover your travel and shoot-related expenses.

I typically shoot on weekdays during daylight hours. Weekend work must be booked in advance and is generally paid work - but we can talk.

I enjoy shooting Glamour, Portraits, Boudoir, and outdoor events, including weddings. I also shoot civic and sports events, so I'm pretty varied in my tastes. Check out my website (link is above) or Facebook (http://www.fb.com/rontencatiphotography) site for recent pix. Additional recent work can be found on Flickr: https://www.flickr.com/photos/rtencati/sets/72157655402307740

Some examples of my boudoir work are here: http://www.rontencatiphotography.com/boudoir

Contact me and let's make some beautiful photos!

Fill out my modeling contact/interest form here: http://tinyurl.com/gvj2vmc

PUBLISHED WORKS:

E-Zines or other promotional material:
- IggyEzine - Italian Greyhounds Online - June 2016 issue
- The Pit Unsigned magazine (Sept 2013) - Named 2013 Photographer of the Year
- LePurr Magazine - Premier Issue
- Arizona Renaissance Festival 2012 program
- Cat's Meow Magazine - July 2011 issue

National and International Publications:
- Renaissance Magazine (Cover and inside photos - National distribution), November 2015
- Journal of the Emergency Medical Services - Cover and inside photos (National Magazine), July 2015
- Steampunk Gazette (hardcover book, published in UK)
- Faerie Magazine - Spring 2011 issue
- Faerie Magazine - Winter 2010 issue

I have also had my work published in several newspapers.

MODELS BEWARE! There are many photographers on MM and Facebook that are just smooth talking Guys With Cameras (or worse!) who just want to see you naked for no good reason. Please check references and check with other photographers in the local community before you do a shoot with any photographer you've just met on Facebook or Model Mayhem. Don't become a victim of exploitation! Photographers should take your picture, say thank you, and say goodbye. Also, make sure you get any agreements in writing as to whether you get prints or digital copies and what you may or may not use them for.

I value quality over quantity. I generally only shoot one modeling session per week. These are models with whom I've shot with and made beautiful pictures:

Hannah McKee
Reili McKenzie
Kaila Causey
Alicia Dawn (MM: 4044323)
Ryan Leigh (MM: 511625)
Ayla Claypool
Brittany Nicole
Kristin Shaw
Casey Jones
Sabrina Mountain
Cecelia Kierstead
Ashley Brodie
Tabetha Reynolds
Tristin Morris
Marrah Carroll
Haven Shea
Cora Deitz (MM: 1242433)
Aubrey Hays
Amy Elizabeth
Courtney Huffman
Kathy Gfeller / Twig The Fairy
Katie Morgan
Autumn Rimmer
Lydia Muller
Abigael Nikkol
Susan Schabacker
Silver Kitsune
Jessica Nicole Reid
Sara Farrell
Anastasia King
Lauren Light
Ginevieve Syn
Lynnette Hurley
Rebecca Lawrence
Darlene Peacock
Amber Grayson
Leigh-Anti
Shannon Boothby
Liz Peavy
Ophelia Pop Tart
Silver Kitsune
Mary M
Kristin Shadrick
Laura Colgin
2014 US Olympic Bobsled team member
DeviantArt
Zivity

Organizations for which I am or was the Official Photographer:

Mint Museum of Art - Charlotte, NC
Big Mamma's House of Burlesque - Charlotte, NC
Carolina's Figure Skating Club - Charlotte, NC
Central Carolina Skating Club - Durham, NC
Southern Stars Synchronized Skating - Pineville, NC
Carolina Renaissance Festival - Huntersville, NC
Metrolina Theater Awards - Charlotte, NC
Central Academy of Technology and Arts - Monroe, NC
Charlotte-Mecklenberg Police Department - Charlotte, NC
Lebo's Dancewear - Charlotte, NC (Clothing catalog photographer)
University of North Carolina/Charlotte - Office of the Dean/Student and Family Services

I have many other paying clients who are not listed here.

References and other sample shots available for:
Weddings
Headshots
Glamour
Civic and Private Events
Sports

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