Some Notes on Glamour Photography

Read this entire page before contacting me for a glamour photography session. Schedule a Glamour Modeling session by emailing me at pywrit@pywrit.com or pywrit@msn.com. Include what your limits are (no nudity; implied, partial or full nudity), what type of session you want (swimsuit, lingerie, boudoir) and where you want your session to take place. It also helps if you tell me what your goals are and your experience, if any.

You are a daring person. You are not inhibited or self-conscious. You you want photos that are sexy - or naughty - or perhaps a shade on the seductive or sultry side - or all of the above. That is what glamour photography is all about - creating an image that is enticing and alluring, that screams "I am hot! Check me out!". Glamour photos range from tame to wild, from showing cleavage to showing it all. Glamour photos appear everywhere - from calendars to car magazines to men's magazines and posters. It is an opportunity to show that you are "more than just a pretty face."

I charge $75/hour for glamour photography. That is a very reasonable fee. If I feel you will benefit my portfolio, I may consider a TFCD agreement or a discounted price. I shoot at a location you provide so that you will be more comfortable. If you need it, I will provide a notebook with several hundred poses you can choose from at the start of the session. I want you to end up with photos you will love.

Here are some of the facts concerning glamour photography:

Glamour and nude models must be at least 18 years of age and provide a photo ID at the time of the shoot.
Glamour modeling is about being as sexy as you possibly can. Regardless of all the thoughts and ideas and concepts of what "glamour modeling" is, it always comes down to one basic concept - creating sexual arousal. The idea is to make a guy say "Wow! She's HOT! I want her!" It's all about fulfilling fantasies visually. Nudity to some degree is a staple of the form, but it is not required. Keep in mind that some women can turn a man on with just a swish of the hip or a flirtatious glance over the shoulder. That is every bit as important.
Artistic Nude modeling is more about form of the body rather than sex.
On the day of your shoot, wear loose fitting clothing that will not leave any marks on your skin. This means nothing with elastic bands or binding. We don't want your shots ruined by an ugly line around your waist or on your shoulders.
Think of glamour modeling in the terms of movie ratings. PG = A bit of skin and a slight suggestiveness, but no nudity - not even a part of the nipple. PG-13 = Very light or suggested nudity (ie: a lot of cleavage, maybe just a hint of a nipple or the butt showing) but with the focus of the image on the face. No exposure of the genital region. R = Partial to complete nudity, panty shots and lots of sexual suggestiveness. Genitals may be exposed but the focus of the image is on the upper body (breasts and face) and may include touching or drawing attention to the breast area. NC17 (Adults Only) = Partial to full nudity. Fondling one's own breasts or those of someone else. Drawing attention to or touching the genitalia suggestively without actually engaging in sexual activity. There may be "implied" sexual activity (the viewer knows something is going on outside of the photo, but the details are not shown). X = Complete exposure of the genitalia. May include (and often does) engaging in actual or simulated sexual activity. Close-ups of genitalia. The line between NC17 and X is a fine one indeed as can be the difference between art and pornography.
I prefer to keep it to an R rating or less and absolutely won't shoot anything that would garner more than an "NC17".
A glamour model needs to have a lovely face, a great smile, and a good body. By good body, I mean she has to have a pleasing figure, be physically fit, wear at least a b cup bra or bigger, have nearly flawless skin, great hair, good legs, a nice butt, an hourglass shape. Your waist should be at least 4" less than your hip and bust measurements. There should be no obnoxious scars or birthmarks. You should have no flab or sag anywhere on your body.
The more playful and teasing your personality, the better the session is likely to be.
Clothing worn in glamour modeling often includes the following: tight jeans, tight shirts, micro-mini skirts, short shorts, bikinis, and sheer lingerie.
Your hair, make-up fingernails, and toenails need to be perfect.
If you are the least bit embarrassed about bending over so your panties show or leaning forward until your breasts are spilling out of your shirt, this is not for you.
Session photos can be independent of one another with each pose being set individually, or they can be a series of photos such as a striptease.
The amount of nudity is completely up to the model. This is about being sexy, and you can be terrifically sexy without showing everything . . . or anything.
If you are doing lingerie, or any other type of clothing for that matter, make sure everything matches. I once saw a photo of a beautiful model in pink and orange panties and a white bra. What could have been a great image came across and completely amateurish.
Any place you choose for your session should offer plenty of privacy. When I say privacy, I mean from the general public. Gawkers and spectators can distract a model's focus. And I don't even need to go into the legal consequences, do I?
If you want to have someone with you, great. Just make sure it is someone who will not inhibit your modeling. Boyfriends, spouses and parents are discouraged as they can greatly inhibit a model's performance. A close friend you trust is a better choice.
If you want to model with a friend or two, that is fine. But remember, keep it classy.
A small tattoo or two or minor piercings are okay, but nothing more.
I do not do "motel room" shoots. This is a trait of cheap and raunchy. The only exception is if you are willing to spring for a really nice, classy motel room like Embassy Suites.