Courtney - I don’t want to just be sexy, I want to be art
Just go for it, but never do something that you aren’t comfortable with, let modeling be a way to love yourself more.
Shani Rose - Model Mom
I can’t believe I’m going to have my 4rth child, it’s crazy! I’m a divorced mom of 3 kids, so I do get breaks.
I miss them a lot when they are not with me. I stay busy by modeling and being a homemaker. I have a lot of anxiety so It’s hard for me to sit still unless I’m sick.
When I’m with my kids I try to not to plan a lot of shoots when they are here.
Sometimes, when I do have a shoot and I’m traveling, I will bring them with me.
It’s fun for them. My kids love staying in hotels, it’s like a mini vacation for them! I try to find hobbies and fun activities when they are visiting me.
Sassy yet classy - Luca's Art
I have always had some sort of camera in the house, from a disposable to a point and shoot, and then to a DSLR, but I suddenly decided around 4 years ago to pick up my nephews Lego figures and create some cool pictures for their rooms, i had always enjoyed taking pictures at family gatherings and wherever I went, so this was an opportunity to get creative and try something different!
Lego soon led to portraits and I always enjoyed taking images of people and always looked for that connection between the subject and my camera. My more intimate work came from a friend seeing my portrait work and wanted to celebrate her weightless, so… this is where it all began, a boudoir session and a few edits later, I had my first set.
I have been shooting in a studio for approximately 14 months and enjoy how I can manipulate light and shadow for different tones for my images. I always enjoy how I need to be creative in order to keep ideas fresh and also stand out from the amazing photographers that are out there.
My aim is not only to find and capture a connection but to empower and instill confidence in people. We all have our insecurities, but we must remember that we are all amazing and I hope I can help remind people of this.
Raquel - Latin Beauty
Most important thing for any career I think its attitude, we need to remember the relationship between model and photographer need to be professional! Not only that but we need to study to become a better model.
Jodie trough the eyes of Philip Leighton
"Growing up as a triplet, myself and my sisters attracted much attention and we had been asked to model on a number of occasions. But they didn't have the interest and I didn't have the confidence or self-belief.
My first exposure to the industry was in 2006 when I became the face of a high street Bank, though I was getting married and chose not to pursue a career in the industry. Unfortunately, in 2017 my 14 year relationship broke down and since I have found the confidence to give the modelling world a go.
It took some encouragement from a good photographer friend of mine (Luca), and life has never been the same since- thank you, Luca!!
This is how I found such a talented photographer “Phil”, who is responsible for much of the amazing work in my portfolio and in this publication. Thank you Phil for all of your hard work, patience, encouragement and for putting up with me. As I say, we smash it !”
Insta page: Jodie
''In the last two years, I have been really taking my portrait photography to a new level. Through my desire to progress and improve, I came across Jodie. I loved Jodie’s look and believed that Jodie would help with taking my images to a new level. We have had several photoshoots over the summer and we have managed to capture some amazing images that I am really proud of. Jodie is really easy to work with, is down to earth with a great personality and is a natural in front of the camera. The images within this article are some of our favourites from our recent shoots. Yes, Jodie, we have “Smashed it”.''
Insta page: Philip Leighton Photography