Are
you an aspiring or new model wanting to get a foot in the door?
Maybe you are an experienced model needing to freshen up your portfolio. Maybe you just want to have some great photos and have fun! Jim’s Photos is able to help.
I'm a professional photographer located in the Madison WI area and
love all photography. I created Jim's Photos, LLC years ago to
provide great images for anyone. Photography has been my
passion for many years and I do a large variety of venues.
My objective is to provide high quality images that you will proudly
display in your portfolio. Your portfolio should be all about you and
what you want. Your photos will be displayed in your own private gallery.
Photography is my profession and its my privalge to create great images for you. My style is natural modern, light hearted and most of all fun. See my Modeling Portfolio for some samples of the work I do. Be sure to see my testimonials! Also, be sure to visit my new state of the art photo studio too.
I specialize in Portrait photography and am also proficient with Modeling and Artistic photography.
I enjoy helping people feel good about themselves. I don't believe there is one kind of beautiful. I believe we are all beautiful and should celebrate our differences and lift one another up.
I want to make you feel your best and help you realize all your beautiful features, all while having a lot of fun. When you book a session with me, I become a friend, someone you can count and trust. I'll always try to let you see your full potential. I own a state of the art photo studio and also love outdoor venues in any setting. It's not about the glamour or money, its about the sincerity of the people involved. My sessions are casual and I'm
very easy to work with.
Modeling & Fun Photos Samples (Click image for more samples)
You don't have to be
gorgeous or perfect to do this. Anyone can! I use only the best
professional equipment available and on-location studio lighting. Every image I complete is
professionally edited (re-touched) and color corrected to perfection. Your photos
will be clean, natural and clear. Your photos will show strength, courage, determination, and confidence.
Service Area Jim's Photos, LLC serves the following communities including: Madison, Stoughton, Windsor, Waunakee, Middleton, Cross Plains, Janesville, Beloit, Edgerton, Brodhead, Sun Prairie, De Forest, Marshall, Deerfield, Cambridge, Ft Atkinson, Lodi, Dane, Cottage Grove, Monona, Verona, Fitchburg, Oregon, Evansville, Belleville, Monroe, Monticello, Albany, Pine Bluff, Barneveld, Mt Horeb, Dodgeville, Columbus, Fall River, Waupun, Cambria, Fond du Lac, Oshkosh, Horicon, Beaver Dam, Lake Mills, Milwaukee, Mazomanie, Black Earth, Sauk City, Prairie du Sac, Reedsburg, Richland Center, Boscobel, Dodgeville, Baraboo, Lake Delton, Pardeeville, Portage, Poynette, Wisconsin Dells and others. Pretty much all of southern Wisconsin.
Ideally,
if you are serous about modeling, you will need to have an outstanding
professional photo portfolio demonstrating your work. If you do not
have a portfolio, please consider having me help you establish your
portfolio. I will spend time working with you on poses and share with
you my experiences as a photographer. Again, my goal is to produce
professional high-quality images of you that will make your portfolio
stand out from the others. Also, there are some things you can do to
prepare for your photo session. See article.
I
am always looking for new persons to add to my
portfolio and to help you create a beautiful portfolio for yourself.
Most of my models are volunteers, however you could receive
compensation for your participation from persons sponsoring an event or
contest. There are many theme shoots that can be done. You can do an
indoor theme, outdoor theme, a wintery snow theme snow video1 | snow video2,
or even an underwater or rain theme. Styles include: Art, Editorial,
Pin-Up, Fashion, Hair/Makeup, Back To Nature, Lingerie, Implied, Boudoir,
Fitness, Runway, Sports, Swim wear & Dance.
Photo contests are a fun and
exciting way to share your photos with others. There are a lot of
reasons for entering a photo contest. First and foremost, if you are
lucky enough to be chosen a winner, you can earn some money. But more
importantly, you will gain a lot of recognition from some very
important sources. There are advertising professionals looking at
contest and other modeling web sites for suitable modeling subjects for
use in advertising or for other commercial purposes. This may be your
chance to gain national exposure. It is important that you have
professionally completed photos to choose from. It's practical in
today's world to several categories of photos available in order to
achieve the positive results you want.
I encourage models to bring an escort or a friend to the session that
will help them prepare and feel more comfortable during the shoot. It
is important for all parties allow enough time for the photo session,
usually around 2-3 hours. Your privacy and safety are assured. Finished photos and videos are uploaded to my secure protected on-line photo galleries were you will be able to view and download them!
Jim's Photos may choose sample photos to be used in its portfolio.
Beyond that, image privacy is completely up to you. Your photos will be
available for you to download and save to your hard drive. All persons
being photographed need to provide a copy of their photo ID and must sign my photo release form(s). You can download and print the form here. If you have the latest version of Adobe Reader, you can now fill out and sign the form(s) online and e-mail them directly to me!
For TFP (Trade For Photos) shoots, we trade your time for my time and you get to keep edited or finished photos from your shoot in exchange for your time. Its a win-win situation. * If I am charging for the shoot, my
session fees are a minimum flat rate $145.00 for a Madison area 2-3 hr
on-location professional photo session. Additional session and travel
time will be handled on a case by case bases. Each session usually
includes at least 20-100 professionally edited digital files suitable
for web posting, etc. (High resolution prints are available and sold
separately.) *The session fee may be reduced or waived at the discretion of Jim's
Photos, LLC depending on current specials, discounts and other factors. See my photo session email if you didn't already receive one.
Jim's
Photos is always looking for models to work with to have fun while helping them build their portfolios. I'm open to anything so if you
have something in mind, let me know. My goal is to capture an authentic emotion, a smile, a pout, or a special moment. I'm trying to capture who you really are, not always how you think you should be in front of the camera. I can promise that you will
be treated with respect and professionalism. Complete discretion is
assured. Get ready for a lot of fun and excitement. Have your photos
completed today!
Hyde Mill, Hyde, WI - A great place for Senior and Modeling photos! (More Info)
Modeling Galleries All Models are photographed by Jim's Photos, LLC unless otherwise noted.
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See Modeling Portfolio Photos
I have photos for all the events listed here. I try to process images
as fast as I can, however they don't always get posted right away. If
you would like a specific person posted, click on the icon next to the session you are interested in. I will try to give that
priority. Note: Sessions with an * (astrek) are partial posting with
more to come. More photos will be posted on request.
The
process is very simple, fun and easy! Jim’s Photos will do the photo sessions (usually
on location) and do all post production re-touching and color
correction edits. My prices are reasonable and all proofs and
finished photos will be available for you to see. Every finished photo will be uploaded to your own password protected gallery. I will provide you a link you your gallery where you will be able to view, download and print any of the finished images.
Additionally, I offer proprietary service and 25% discount if you choose me
as your exclusive photographer! See my modeling welcome email for all the details.
Modeling Tutorials Here are some posing and procedure tips that may help you with your modeling. These are simply ideas and suggestions. The important thing to remember is to simply be yourself. Your skills and self confidence will grow in time the more you do this.
What Does FTP Mean "TFP" means Time For Photos or Time For Prints. It could be stated as "TFCD" which means Time For CD disk, or "TFD" which means Time For Download.
Here is how this works: The Model and Photographer trade his/her time
and talent for a set of photos from the shoot. There is no monetary
exchange at all. Its simply an exchange of value. Your time for my
time. There is a benefit for both parties. This is particularly useful
as a portfolio builder for both the Model and Photographer. See this article too. Modeling Composite Card (Comp Card) In the Modeling business, a Comp Card (also known as a Composite Card) is a card usually 5x7 or even a page
that has a model's photos on it, measurements, and contact information.
Even more effective is a Video Comp Card detailing a sampling of your
photos and other information. Jim's Photos, LLC is able to create very
effective video Comp Cards for you. Are you serious about modeling? To
be successful you must work hard, invest your time, money and be
pro-active.
Just because you signed with an
agency doesn't guarantee your success. Don’t wait for the phone to
ring. It probably won’t. Get a Video Comp (ZED) Card and start
promoting yourself now. It will be one of your best tools to your
success.
Underwater Photo Shoot (and other fun things) Are you interested in
doing an underwater photoshoot! Think about how much fun that
would be. I was thinking like a form of underwater ballet but this can
be anything you want to do. I have all the equipment needed to do this. The underwater camera set-up
that is designed to work with only one person in the water. You! I
designed a small "floating" rig so the cameras can hang about 8-10
inches below the surface of the water. They have wide angle lenses
so they well capture your underwater movements very easily. Most of
my underwater sessions are done at Devil’s Lake which is one of the
clearest lakes in Wisconsin. I also have access to a large indoor
pool for this. See my portfolio for some samples. If interested, let me know and I will send you more details on how this is done.
Photos In The Rain Have you ever thought about having your photos done in the rain? I have created a “Rain Machine” that sprays water drops in the air. This allows persons to pose either behind, in front of or directly under the many drops of water. There are lots of very cool effects that can be done with this! I also have other ideas and props as well.
Why Hire A Professional Photographer This is a question I get asked a lot. When you hire a
professional photographer, you get better quality photos with lots of different things you can do with them. Its that simple. Additionally, professional edits make a big difference as well.
Here is an article I wrote that will explain why this is important. Here is a checklist you can use to help you decide what photographer to work with.
A Word About Safety Be careful! Realize that just because someone has a camera doesn't
automatically qualify them as a pro photographer! Network wisely and
check the work of anyone interested in shooting with you. Always follow
your first mind and use common sense when confronted with new
photographer/photo shoot situations. If you feel that something is not
quite right, don't ignore your instincts. Be careful just like you
would on any social media site. I encourage models to bring an escort or a friend to the session that
will help them prepare and feel more comfortable during the shoot. The photographer won't
mind as long as guests don't interfere with the shoot. Persons under
the age of 18 should be accompanied by a parent or other responsible
adult. Also, let someone else know where you are going and what time
you plan to be back. Its also OK to check in with them during the
session. See my article about safety here. Always put your safety first!
Scheduling Your Photo Session(This is important) A note for those scheduling a photo shoot with a photographer - First,
you need to be serous about doing the shoot. Then you should to
take it upon yourself to schedule a date and time at least a week
or two in advance. This should be a date and time that you know will
work for you. And you need to commit to that time. This will help the
photographer schedule their appointments more effectively. We
understand that things do come up and you may need to reschedule, but
this should be rare. If you do need to reschedule, let your
photographer know well in advance.
You need
to communicate with your photographer about the type of shoot you would
like to do. What are your expectations? Where are you located? How far
are you willing to travel? What are you willing to do and not
willing to do? What is your budget for this? Do you have wardrobe or
does one need to be figured out? This all just doesn't happen by magic - it takes work, time, effort and planning. Remember to bring along
the wardrobe and accessories you want to use during the shoot.
Also remember things like make up, hair brushes, seasonal
outfits, swim suits, lingerie, props, towels etc…
And finally you
need to show up on time and prepared to do your session. This includes
allowing enough time to complete your session which usually takes
between 2-4 hours. Having your hair and makeup done ahead of time
will save time during the shoot. Doing this will help insure a
successful photo session that both you and your photographer can be
proud of.
What To Wear As for wardrobe, this depends on the type of shoot it is or the theme
of the shoot. It might require formal clothing or something very
casual. Generally, you can wear pretty much anything you feel
comfortable in. Things like Tank Tops, Tee Shirts, Shorts, Workout /
Sportswear, Lingerie, Swim Suits, Summer Dresses, etc. work well. A
nice bright outfit might contrast well in the outdoors this time of the
year. Variety is always good, so ring plenty of outfits and swim suits
too. I have some props like yellow caution tape, colored fish net material, battery powered holiday lights and some colored fabrics you can use as a drape.
These are your photos so be sure to come
prepared. Remember things like make up, hair brushes, seasonal outfits,
any props you may want to use, blankets, towels etc… Having your hair
and makeup done ahead of time will make a big difference and save time
during the shoot.
Hair, Nails, Make Up
Try to keep it simple. If you’re getting a hair cut/color, you might want to do it a week or so before your session in case you need to make adjustments. Also, try to avoid glittery make-up and reduce the oil on your face as much as possible to avoid glare.
Boudoir
Boudoir photo sessions can be a thrilling experience. It involves stepping out your comfort zone. It's butterflies in your stomach. It's hoping that you don't mess up and look stupid. It's every doubt you've ever had about yourself emotionally, mentally and physically coming into the spotlight. It's all about crushing those doubts and obliterating your fears. It's realizing how great you are, how really beautiful you are. Women should know how stunning they are. I want to show women how sexy they are, no matter what size, shape, race, or age. I want to help people find their confidence, to grasp it, and never let it go! This will help you be a part of the journey of finding yourself and loving the person you are. You can be something more. You can be a person that realizes they are beautiful, and they are worth it. This is done because you embrace the journey, the challenges, and the reward. This is done because you want to change how you see yourself. This is done in hopes that every person reading this will know, without question, that they are beautiful, confident, and unstoppable. In the end, you only regret the chances that you didn't take. You only live once so let your imagination run free. Throw caution to the wind. When you step outside your comfort zone, you would be surprised to see what can happen. You do this for you. Also see:The Embody Project for some more ideas.
Modeling Web Cams I try to be your one stop resource for all types of Modeling. Here is a way for you to have fun and make some extra money at the same time! This site is set up for you to do pretty much whatever you want to do on a web cam. I know Models that have created their own fashion or art shows, some sing and/or dance and do an assortment of different things. You can do anything you want to do. How do you get paid? Viewers tip Models by sending them tokens when they like something or for a large variety of reasons. Its up to you to be creative! This is an effective way for you to highlight and show off your talents to others.
How To Display Your Photos There are many web site services set up for you to upload and proudly
display your Modeling photos. The problem is that most standard social
networking sites like FaceBook will shrink and compress the quality of
every photo uploaded there in order to make space available to
everyone. They also have strict rules as to what type of photos may be
uploaded. Here are ways to avoid these frustrations. Upload all you
high resolution photos to you own personal gallery on Jim's Photos site and share the link(s)
as you wish. If you want your friends on Facebook or elsewhere to see
them, just post the LINK to your photos on your social
media site. Your link will not be flagged or removed!
Photo Re-Size Some
of you will want to upload your beautiful Modeling photos to modeling
social media sites for others to see. This is a great idea as it allows
you to have full control of where your photos are located. In doing
this, sometimes you will get an error message saying that your image is
too large. Most of the time you can correct this yourself. There are a
couple of free apps that can help with this. Download either photo resizer or photo resizer and use these to make your photos smaller so they are accepted by the service you are using.
Facebook
will automatically resize and format your photos when you add them. To
help make sure your photos appear in the highest possible quality, try
these tips:
Resize your photo to one of the following supported sizes:
Regular photos:
720px, 960px, 2048px (width)
Cover photos:
851px by 315px
If you use a 2048px photo, make sure to select the High Quality option when you upload it
To avoid compression when you upload your cover photo, make sure the file size is less than 100KB
Save your image as a JPEG with an sRGB color profile
If you need assistance with this, Jim's Photos can help. Contact me for details.
There
are bonuses for persons who have chosen to work with Jim's Photos. I
can help you create your own on-line photo portfolio! Just let me know
what you would like to do and I will handle the process for you.
Additionally, I can provide you with your own personal photo gallery on
my secure photo server! This would be a place for you to upload ANY
photos you want to. No restrictions. Any gallery can be optionally
hidden and/or password projected.
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I specialize in Portrait photography and am also proficient with Modeling and Artistic photography.
I enjoy helping people feel good about themselves. I don't believe there is one kind of beautiful. I believe we are all beautiful and should celebrate our differences and lift one another up. 
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All photos on this web site have been reduced for web site viewing. Actual prints are full photographic quality. All are high resolution photos that are suitable for printing and framing which can be ordered by following the instructions above. Large poster prints are available for most images. Any information appearing on the photo (watermarks) will not be present on your prints. Note: Jim's Photos is not affiliated with any team, group, club or organization and receives no compensation from them for his work. Photo orders are appreciated! All photographs and content of web site contained herein are the exclusive property of Jim's Photos and may not be used or reproduced in any manner without permission
