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What is a Mission Glamour? |
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Mission
Glamour is a small photo event held at our Mission District studio
which features glamour style photography!
While the limits for the various models will vary, all models will
be doing glamour at a "Mission Glamour" event. |
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| Q: |
How many photographers come to Mission Glamour? |
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For
these events we allow not more than four photographers. You
will want to register early since the group is so small.. |
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| Q: |
How is the Mission District studio configured? |
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The studio is a single, 300 square foot
room with one wall dedicated to a system which allows for seamless
paper and muslin drops. We have four lights along with
modifiers, etc. There is also a computer set up with
Internet access. |
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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.
Since this is a glamour event, all models will be posing to some
level of nudity. Nudity means that the models will all do,
implied nudity, topless or Playboy style nudes as listed on the
event page. You can expect each model to do at least two sets 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 four light heads in the studio. That is more than
adequate for the studio size. We also have a variety of scrims, reflectors,
flags
and stands as well. We have soft boxes, etc as well. As
always 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 Mission Glamour? |
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Due to
the small size of the events we typically set the price between $60
and $125. That is great price to shoot some great models. |
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| Q: |
Is
a release included? |
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As
with most of our, 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 if you shoot on the night of the event.
Since this is an evening affair, we will schedule the models for
thirty minute shooting blocks to allow everyone to get in two paid
slots before we close for the evening. Since time is limited,
we will also make the studio available by appointment during the
week following the event so that you may have individual time with
the models. Subject to availability, you are able to rent the
studio for fifteen dollars an hour to use when booking the models.
You can also arrange for shoots with the models at the location of
your choice as well. 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 refreshments? |
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You can't have a photo shoot without something to drink and munch
on. |
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| Q: |
How long will the event last? |
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The event run for two and a half hours. Day events will start
at 11:00AM and run until 1:30PM. Night events will start at 6:00PM
and end at 8:30PM. The models will be available right after for
paid bookings. We will close the studio at 11:00PM for either kind
of event. |
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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 69 Belcher Avenue in San Francisco, CA.
It is an older, free standing building with a large artist's
community. When you arrive at the building, ring the bell for
entry. Be patient because it will take us a moment to come
down to open the door. The studio is close to Church and
Market right off of 14th street. There is parking on the
street. There is a two hour limit until 9:00PM, but since the
event starts late it should be an easy issue to deal with. The
studio is also easily reachable by BART and Muni. From the
East Bay, take the BART to the Embarcadero station and pick up a
Muni K, L, M or T from the underground. Get off at Church and
follow the signs to 14th street. Turn left on 14th and it is
just a one block walk. From Milbrae, take the BART to 16th and
Mission. Get off and walk to the NE corner of 16th and
Mission. Pick up the #22 Filmore electric bus. Get off
at Church street, cross Church and Market and go up 14th street one
block. It is very easy to find. 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
always do our best to get the models who have committed. We
are, however, good at finding replacements if there is a problem.
We always expect two models to be at an event, but if, for any
reason, only one becomes available, the price of the event will be
reduced from $85 to $50. 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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Due to the limited space, we are not allowing photographers to bring
lights. If you book a model to shoot on a separate day through
rental, you are welcome to bring your own lights. |
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| Q: |
Will we have fun? |
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You better believe it, we always have! |
