Author Topic: Photographer needs Cosplay models (Read 29308 times)

AceLogan · « **on:** February 27, 2010, 05:11:15 pm »

Hello All,

I'm a semi-pro photographer looking to expand my portfolio. As such I need people willing to model for me. This is an unpaid position, but will still need a model release. If you are under 18, it will need parents permissions in addition to your own.

As this is unpaid, the model release will be modified to give the model full copyrights to all photos. I will in turn retain the right to use photos for my portfolio only and will not be using them for any other commercial purposes.

Examples of my work can be found on the following sites:
http://1nova.com/photoblog
http://www.onemodelplace.com/member.cfm?P_ID=203744
and http://www.modelmayhem.com/1450265 (which is in approval apparently).

I have worked with professional and amateur models before, but due to variety of reasons I am not able to use those photos for my portfolio. I can also do some photo retouching, having taught people how to do so in the previous jobs.

I am extremely familiar with Anime, having been watching it since the days that the only way to get it was directly from Japan, or via an Anime Club. I have attended Kumoricon in the past, and plan on doing so this year.

I'm willing to travel to a certain extent, I live in the Portland area, but can go to Seattle, Eugene, the Coast and parts east if need be. Outside of PDX, I'll probably need help with locations though.

Please email me if you're interested or ask questions here.

Thanks!

LtCommanderRichie · « **Reply #1 on:** February 27, 2010, 05:19:31 pm »

You going to Sakuracon? I have several photographers lined up for cosplay photoshoots, but one more never hurt :3

Otherwise I would definitely love to do a photoshoot on the UO campus here in Eugene, but not until this summer D:

soundninja12 · « **Reply #2 on:** February 27, 2010, 05:36:39 pm »

Out of curiosity, why are you thinking you want to start doing cosplay?

I would do one, as I have never had a shoot taken, and I'm just finishing up a few of my cosplays :3
I agree with Richie, are you going to be at Sakura-con?

chelseahavoc · « **Reply #3 on:** February 27, 2010, 05:39:32 pm »

wow that is amazing i'd love to have a shoot but i live all the way in southern oregon... but perhaps i can try to snag a slot for this years kumori?

AceLogan · « **Reply #4 on:** February 27, 2010, 06:29:01 pm »

I will not be able to go to Sakuracon this year. Have other plans that weekend.

LtCommanderRichie - Summer works for me, if you're still interested at that time.

soundninja12 - I'm a geek. I like taking pictures of others being geeky. From a portfolio standpoint, having a wide variety of subjects and situations give clients a good idea of what your skills are and helps get the gig. Since I'm starting to freelance, this is becoming increasingly important.

chelseahavoc - what part of Southern Oregon? I might be able to justify a trip depending on location.

chelseahavoc · « **Reply #5 on:** February 27, 2010, 07:37:04 pm »

i live in the medford area. central point to be exact. i know of another person who lives near me that would probaly love photos as well.

soundninja12 · « **Reply #6 on:** February 27, 2010, 08:41:46 pm »

If you're headed there, could you make a stop in central oregon?
We have a lot of us down here xD

Konan-ChanX3 · « **Reply #7 on:** February 27, 2010, 09:02:34 pm »

I live in Forest Grove, but I'm in Portland nearly every weekend, I would love to help you with your portfolio, I'm actually in need of pictures for my cosplays and such.

Cassiopeia · « **Reply #8 on:** February 27, 2010, 11:49:57 pm »

I'm one of those people from central Oregon. Always need more pictures of my costumes..

nekovamp13 · « **Reply #9 on:** February 27, 2010, 11:56:47 pm »

I can easily get to Portland (lives in Beaverton). And I would love to have a photoshoot some time ^^

I'll talk with one of my friends to see when she's free, to do one for Sven and Eve.

And then, I'll probably end up doing one with Fallon ^^ We should do Soubi and Rituska! Or the old ladies!!!

BangBangNeko · « **Reply #10 on:** February 27, 2010, 11:58:50 pm »

I'm totally interested I know i'm going to be busy till after Sakuracon. Because of cosplay,events and school. But after that i'd love to do some shoots, i'm trying to get some new shots for my web and such. I live in Vancouver,WA but go to Portland all the time.

Here's my Email: Bangbangneko@yahoo.com and my DA: http://bangbangneko.deviantart.com/

AceLogan · « **Reply #11 on:** February 28, 2010, 07:57:41 am »

nekovamp13 - I'm technically in Beaverton too, so something will be easy to setup.

For those in Central Oregon, I can probably swing something to Bend. Even Medford might be a possibility. One of my other hobbies is Ghost Towns and both areas are filled with 'em.

~boogiepop~ · « **Reply #12 on:** February 28, 2010, 08:27:34 am »

Sent an e-mail to yo' gmail.

soundninja12 · « **Reply #13 on:** February 28, 2010, 08:31:24 am »

It would be super cool if you made it to bend, we would be quite the happy campers :3

Cassiopeia · « **Reply #14 on:** February 28, 2010, 11:24:45 am »

Yes! It would be great if you could come to Bend!

AceLogan · « **Reply #15 on:** March 01, 2010, 09:08:07 am »

Emails sent to those of you in the PDX area. I'll see about scheduling something in Central Oregon and send another email and/or forum post at that time.

Thank you all for your interest so far!

VampireFangs103 · « **Reply #16 on:** March 01, 2010, 01:18:49 pm »

Hey. =) I live in the Milwaukie area, so it's pretty close-by to you, and I'd definitely be interested in a photoshoot. I've never gotten one done, but I've always wanted to. =D

soundninja12 · « **Reply #17 on:** March 01, 2010, 04:42:22 pm »

THANKS FOR EVEN CONSIDERING COMING HERE <3

hieis_girl1 · « **Reply #18 on:** March 01, 2010, 04:58:35 pm »

If you're going to be at Kumoricon, and have time that Sunday, I'm sure my cosplay group would be more than willing to do a photoshoot! I'll have to talk to them, but I'm sure they'll be cool with it. There'll be 7 or 8 of us there.

nekovamp13 · « **Reply #19 on:** March 01, 2010, 09:39:26 pm »

Quote from: AceLogan on February 28, 2010, 07:57:41 am

nekovamp13 - I'm technically in Beaverton too, so something will be easy to setup.

For those in Central Oregon, I can probably swing something to Bend. Even Medford might be a possibility. One of my other hobbies is Ghost Towns and both areas are filled with 'em.

Really?!
What area? We should just hang out if anything!

Cassiopeia · « **Reply #20 on:** March 01, 2010, 11:12:25 pm »

Quote from: soundninja12 on March 01, 2010, 04:42:22 pm

THANKS FOR EVEN CONSIDERING COMING HERE <3

This

steelychan · « **Reply #21 on:** March 02, 2010, 04:46:49 pm »

gah! now I really need to finish my cosplay. I have my princess shita cosplay done from last year.... But could I email you when my cosplay is done? I don't mind being a model. It would be interesting to see how my cosplay looks in photos.

StarryShay · « **Reply #22 on:** March 03, 2010, 07:52:09 am »

Ah, so your offering photo-shoots to people? :'OOO
This sounds epicly fun. xD
I live in Vancouver, is that too far~?

AceLogan · « **Reply #23 on:** March 03, 2010, 08:47:19 am »

Quote from: steelychan on March 02, 2010, 04:46:49 pm

gah! now I really need to finish my cosplay. I have my princess shita cosplay done from last year.... But could I email you when my cosplay is done? I don't mind being a model. It would be interesting to see how my cosplay looks in photos.

Sure thing!

StarryShay - Vancouver is not too far, but my schedule is filling up fast for now.

nekovamp13 - know anything about painting? I'm doing some remodeling right now

steelychan · « **Reply #24 on:** March 03, 2010, 12:01:30 pm »

sweetness! I also live in beaverton. Which should work for you.

nekovamp13 · « **Reply #25 on:** March 03, 2010, 01:10:39 pm »

Yeah, Grandpa used to be a carpender, so I know a lot about that kind of stuff ^^

AceLogan · « **Reply #26 on:** March 04, 2010, 09:22:25 am »

I've got Tuesday (March 9th) morning open. From 8am until noon. Anyone available for that slot?

nekovamp13 · « **Reply #27 on:** March 04, 2010, 04:13:44 pm »

Sadly, I'm in school, so I can't do weekday mornings...

steelychan · « **Reply #28 on:** March 04, 2010, 06:06:07 pm »

same here. but spring break is coming up soon.

AceLogan · « **Reply #29 on:** March 04, 2010, 07:12:49 pm »

It's OK - just happen to be the time I had available soonest.

StarryShay · « **Reply #30 on:** March 04, 2010, 07:52:40 pm »

Quote from: AceLogan on March 03, 2010, 08:47:19 am

StarryShay - Vancouver is not too far, but my schedule is filling up fast for now.

Ah, okay~!
If your ever free within the next few years and you want someone to take pictures of, I'm the girl to ask. x3

AceLogan · « **Reply #31 on:** March 05, 2010, 08:18:58 pm »

nekovamp13 - were you available Monday after school? I'm free from 4pm to 7pm.

xRIxKUx · « **Reply #32 on:** March 09, 2010, 09:38:41 pm »

o0o0o0o0oh! I would <3 photos taken =D
I can do it in Portland. When are you available next?

AceLogan · « **Reply #33 on:** March 11, 2010, 08:25:23 pm »

Monday or Tuesday from 8am - 11am, or 4:30pm to 6:30pm, Thursday Morning from 8 am to 1pm and Sunday 8am to 2pm.

I'm scheduled to do Konan-ChanX3 this Sunday, so the next earliest time would be next Monday.

I've been rather lax in following up with people due to having to actually work this week and last, but I'm ready for the next round.

wolfy2491 · « **Reply #34 on:** March 11, 2010, 09:38:16 pm »

I think it'd be fun! If you wait a little bit so I can finish my Ivysaur cosplay, I would LOVE to do some!! I live in Gladstone! (By Oregon City.)

Zensuke · « **Reply #35 on:** March 12, 2010, 01:24:14 pm »

If you don't mind coming down to Salem I have a few friends that I'm sure would be interested in a photo shoot. Unfortunately I would need a little more than 2 weeks notice to schedule time off work.

AceLogan · « **Reply #36 on:** March 14, 2010, 12:57:16 pm »

Today's photoshoot went well. Got about 100 good photos.

Zensuke - I might be able to do a weekend Saturday or Sunday in Salem if you wish. What times are you available usually?

All - I've still got Tuesday and Thursday mornings available along with Tuesday 4:30-6:30. Email or post here if you're interested in those slots.

chelseahavoc · « **Reply #37 on:** March 14, 2010, 01:29:53 pm »

ace: please let me know if your ever able to make it down to medford, oregon on a weekend! me and my friend would love to have photos taken by you!

soundninja12 · « **Reply #38 on:** March 14, 2010, 02:37:05 pm »

^ Same only in Bend :'D
Charly (Cassiopeia) and I would love a photo shoot :3

AceLogan · « **Reply #39 on:** March 15, 2010, 11:23:58 am »

I am planning trips to both Bend and Medford... after I head to Texas first.

soundninja12 · « **Reply #40 on:** March 15, 2010, 11:29:00 am »

Sweet =w=

Cassiopeia · « **Reply #41 on:** March 15, 2010, 06:46:46 pm »

Yess

shadoworganoid · « **Reply #42 on:** March 16, 2010, 11:26:05 am »

Wow, I just realized that almost everyone here, is a girl.... lol

I WOULD say sure, as it sounds fun, but being like the only guy, maybe not... lol

Are you going to Kcon?

AceLogan · « **Reply #43 on:** April 26, 2010, 10:03:19 am »

I'm back in Portland from Texas, and looking to start scheduling the next round of photos. Is anyone available during the day this week? Or Sunday morning between 8am - 2pm?

Sayda · « **Reply #44 on:** April 26, 2010, 11:46:06 pm »

My girlfriend and I would be interested! We have some Cosplays that have yet to get their photos. My weapon consists of an 8 ft cannon, however. So I'm not quite sure where the best place for a photoshoot would be. We have upcoming Cosplays that are going to make their debut at AX, if you're attending. If not, we would gladly like to have a shoot with you sometime in July!

AceLogan · « **Reply #45 on:** April 27, 2010, 07:39:21 am »

Quote from: Sayda on April 26, 2010, 11:46:06 pm

My girlfriend and I would be interested! We have some Cosplays that have yet to get their photos. My weapon consists of an 8 ft cannon, however. So I'm not quite sure where the best place for a photoshoot would be. We have upcoming Cosplays that are going to make their debut at AX, if you're attending. If not, we would gladly like to have a shoot with you sometime in July!

Unfortunately my major travel budget is shot for this year. I'm still planning on Bend and Medford for those that live down there, and Seattle area will be a real possibility too. So July time frame works fine at this point.

soundninja12 · « **Reply #46 on:** April 27, 2010, 10:17:47 am »

Have you set a time to come to the Bend area yet?
My best friend and I will be gone for most of July (we leave the 5th for Minnesota, and are gone for 2 weeks) so we would adore if it wasn't in that time frame :3

AceLogan · « **Reply #47 on:** April 27, 2010, 04:58:48 pm »

Good to know, no July in Bend. Probably being in mid-June at this point I think. I'm still working details out.

Cassiopeia · « **Reply #48 on:** April 27, 2010, 05:57:51 pm »

Also in Bend and won't be here for July. So this is good.

soundninja12 · « **Reply #49 on:** April 27, 2010, 06:15:36 pm »

Mid June sounds wonderful~
I'll make sure to have something awesome done by then :3

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Author Topic: Photographer needs Cosplay models (Read 29308 times)