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What is a Glamour Bash? |
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Glamour Bash is a group photoshoot where models and photographers
get together to practice their craft and have a great time! |
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| Q: |
How many photographers come to a Glamour Bash? |
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For a standard Glamour Bash, the limit is thirty. The studio
would accommodate more but we want to have a comfortable
environment. |
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| Q: |
How is the new studio configured? |
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The new building has about 3,000 square feet set up as studio space.
As with the old studio, this is a work in progress. We are
still in the process of expanded construction, but we have learned a
lot of lessons from the old studio. First, the studio already
has a cyclorama in place. It is much larger than the old one
(although we used the old cyc and expanded it). It is large
enough to accommodate a car and it is installed right in front of
the roll-up door. We have also expanded the number of Muslins
that we have in place. There are a total of three up and
installed at all times, including two black backdrops. There
is also a living room and a bedroom set (both of which we are
improving and updating). Over the next couple of months we
will be adding wet sets, texture walls and a variety of other sets,
just as we had in the old studio. We still have a ways to go
but the studio is set up better for events than the old studio was. |
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| Q: |
What are the limits for the models? |
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The models have their individual limits listed on their page.
You can expect each model to do at least one set up to the full
limits they have published. If a model indicates that she will
do Playboy Style Nudity, that includes the open group portion of the
shoot. |
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| Q: |
What kind of lighting will be provided? |
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We
have brought over all of our lighting equipment, scrims, reflectors
and stands from the old studio plus we have added two new pack
systems. We have soft boxes, etc as well. As before we
will set the lights up so that multiple photographers can connect
using "H" style sync cords. In case you are unfamiliar with
them, an "H" cord has an end that looks like a household plug. |
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| Q: |
What is the cost of a Glamour Bash? |
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Because these are normal, larger events, we have gone back to our
regular pricing of $60 - $85 per event. |
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Is
a release included? |
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As
with all standard Glamour Bashes, this is a non-release event.
That means that you will be able to use the photos in your printed
portfolio but not publish them. Most models will be willing to
provide you with a non-nude promotional release upon request.
That release will allow you to use non-nude photos in your online
portfolio or on business cards. As always, you will be able to
purchase a nude promotional release, a non-nude commercial release
or a commercial release at the event from the individual models.
We will have forms available. |
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| Q: |
Can I book models for individual paid shoots? |
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Of
course. All the models will be available after the shoot for
individual paid bookings. The cost of studio use is included
in your admission. All models set their rates individually.
If you book thirty minutes, a full promotional release will be
included in the price, unless the model tells you differently.
If you book a full hour, you will get an unrestricted promotional
release plus a non-nude commercial release at no extra charge unless
the model tells you differently. |
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| Q: |
Will there be pizza? |
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You can't have a Glamour Bash without pizza. As always, we'll
bring the pizza and the drinks. |
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| Q: |
How long will the event last? |
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The event will start at 10:00AM. Open shooting will end at
1:00PM. There will be a thirty minute pizza break after which
the models will be available for private bookings. |
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| Q: |
Will you be taking credit cards? |
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We
still have our merchant account but it will take us a few more weeks
to make the arrangements with the opening of the new studio.
We expect to start taking credit cards again beginning in April.
For the moment we are accepting cash only. |
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| Q: |
Will you accept checks? |
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As
often happens, a few bad apples spoil the basket. In the past
we have had problems with checks being returned NSF. We have
looked into a check guarantee service but the cost is high.
For the moment we are not accepting checks but may change the policy
this spring. |
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| Q: |
What is the address for the studio? |
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The address is 2906 Denby Avenue in Los Angeles, CA 90039.
It is an older, free standing building with a gated front yard.
It is a very central location in Los Feliz near Glendale. It
is close to the I-5 and California 2 freeways. If you get
lost, you can call us at (562) 206-9016 |
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| Q: |
Are the models guaranteed? |
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We
have changed our system for booking and paying models so we expect
to have better luck in terms of model reliability. Our
featured model will generally be from out of town and will have her
travel plans confirmed before we list her. We have spoken to
our local models as well. Check back frequently on the site
and we'll keep you informed of there are any changes. |
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| Q: |
Can I use a tripod? |
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Tripods are welcome for individual shoots but during the open shoot
tripods are not allowed as they become cumbersome. |
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| Q: |
Can I use a medium format or large format camera? |
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Medium format and large format cameras are welcome for individual
bookings but during the open shoot they are generally impractical.
If other photographers don't object, you may use a medium format
camera, but if there are complaints they will have to be set aside
until the after shoots. |
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| Q: |
Can I use a video camera? |
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Unfortunately, due to some bad experiences in the past, we no longer
allow video cameras at any of our events. |
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| Q: |
Can I bring my own lights? |
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You are welcome to bring your own lights but they are to be used at
your own risk. We are not responsible for any damage which may
occur. |
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| Q: |
Will we have fun? |
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You better believe it, we always have! |
