Okay, complaint time… I apologize in advance for my whining.
Models: Lovely people… Please do me one favor… Do not request to work with me and then tell me that you will be bringing an escort.
What does an escort do? An escort is pretty much a wordless message from model to photographer: “I don’t feel safe with you as you take pictures and you’ll probably try to make me do porn, so this person is going to watch you.”
Would you want to work that way? Would you want someone there just to monitor your behavior?
Probably not…. I know what you’re saying. I should just understand that you want someone there for support. I get that, but bringing someone along for support is something you do if you’re going to get tested for pregnancy.
If you need support, if working with me is so threatening, then please pass. I really do not want to work with someone who may be afraid of me. What can we expect to produce? The model who is paranoid that I’ll make her get naked will most likely be stiff with a deadpan face.
I have an extensive portfolio. It’s obvious that I’ve worked with a number of people. Trust me. A sleazy photographer at my level will not last long. Word gets around fast.
I’ll be honest here… I have never told a model they couldn’t bring an escort. I am devoted to what I do, so I will be flexible.