Modelling

Modelling sounds like an attractive profession and usually portrayed as glamorous. It's not really any of that for most of the time, though when you are in front of the camera it does feel good.

The great thing is that you are part of a creative team creating magic! If you are looking to build a portfolio for personal reasons, to extend your range or to promote yourself, we can help. We run the Studio Sessions and free up space during our own studio shoots where you can book a session to do just that. And if this is your first time, we walk you through everything, from start to finish!

A taste of a Photoshoot

For those who have started their portfolio we offer a more scripted shoot to cover what you need. Just drop us a line to tell us what you want and we can get the shoot you need.

In building a portfolio, you will want to shoot with a wide variety of photographers, each 'tog' will have a different style and approach the session in different ways. We are happy to be your start or part of your journey.

Studio Sessions

If you are a model or want to try it, we can usually set time aside during on our own studio sessions, this happens roughly once a month. You can book an hour with us to grab portfolio shots or learn to use a camera. It is very inexpensive, £10 for an hour.

If you have experience or want more time we can provide you with more time. We spend more time on special lighting setups and image processing. We could spend the entire day on some shoot plans but usually we set aside up to 2 hours helping you get that special image.

Whenever you book a session, you are always welcome to invite friends or family to support you.

Groups or Families

Couples

Themed Shoots

Our Model Release Form

Standard Release

Model Release Form

The Model Release is sent to you prior to shooting for you to review. It is signed on the day and you take it away. Here are the details contained within it.

PHOTOSHOOT DETAILS

LOCATION:
DATE:
TIME:

Definitions: The following words shall have the following meanings:

Photoshoot Date: the date of the photoshoot
Place: The location(s) of the photoshoot
Photographs: The photographs taken at the Shoot
Photoshoot: The event featuring the Model to take place at the Place on the Photoshoot Date

Engagement:

The Model agrees with the Photographer to the Consent, the Assignment/Waiver/Agreement and Other Provisions below in return for:

For a payment of £
A selection of digital images to download
modelling experience/portfolio building
Other as specified in Special Instructions

Consent:

The Model irrevocably consents to the Photographer using the Photographs:

for any purpose whatsoever
for non-commercial publication in any media
for public display
for commercial publication in any media
for portfolio display
for the purpose(s) as specified in Special Instructions

The Model irrevocably consents to the Photographer using the Photographs:

- in the UK only
- in the EEA including the UK
- globally in areas specified in Special Instructions

Assignment/Waiver/Agreement:

Subject to the Restrictions below (if any), the Model assigns to the Photographer any interest in the copyright in the Photographs that the Model may have; waives any right to any further payment for the use of any of the Photographs for any purpose to which the Model has consented; and agrees that the Photographs may be altered or modified in any manner.

Restrictions:

The Photographs may only be used to represent an imaginary person and the Model shall not be publicly named in association with any of the Photographs unless the Model agrees;
The Photographs shall not represent the Model in any derogatory manner.

Other Provisions:

The Model agrees that the terms of this Model Release Form are for the benefit of the Photographer and any licensee or assignee of the Photographer.
The Model and the Photographer agree to the additional terms specified in Special Instructions (if any).
By signing this Model Release Form, the Model confirms that the Model is at least 18 years old.
This Model Release Form shall be governed by Scottish law.
The Model has the right to exercise their rights as a data subject under the DPA/GDPR by writing or emailing the Photographer at model@stuartduffyphotography.com.
This will not affect the lawfulness of any processing carried out by the Photographer before the Model withdraws consent.
The Photographer is the data controller and responsible for the personal data comprising the Photograph and the Model’s contact details and any related personal data.

The Photographer will

ensure that it complies with the requirements of all legislation and regulatory requirements in force from time to time relating to the use of the Photograph and your contact details and any related personal data; and
process the Photograph and your contact details and any related personal data in accordance with the privacy notice on the website, applicable to this Model Release Form, receipt of which you acknowledge by signing this Model Release Form. (Please read the privacy notice on the website)

Additional Sections

Special Instructions
Engagement
additional considerations
Consent
Additional uses
Other Provisions
Other Terms

Signed by the Photographer

Signed by the Model

Signed by the MUA

Signed by the Stylist

If you have any questions please talk to the photographer, without signing the photoshoot cannot proceed.

Modelling Do's & Don'ts

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There are people who exploit models in this area and you should be on guard when you are developing your portfolio.

Be safe on shoots, if you do not know the photographer take someone with you. Most photographers are good and want to nail that great image, but some are a little more nefarious, so having someone with you can offset that.

Always understand that every image is digital and as such it could be seen by everyone, regardless of the steps to make it private. So be guided by that when you decide on your pose and set plan.

For more information we provide you links to sites that are useful here:

Model Agencies

These are agencies where we have shot with the models and are known within the industry

We'll add agencies as we use them, there are other agencies but we are located in the west coast of Scotland so it could be that we haven't shot with them.

Have a separate Instagram account and Facebook Page for your portfolio!

Industrial on location shoot