jackpowell-modelling

My modelling and my styles

I started modelling back in early 2017, and ended up doing over 10 shoots in 2 weeks. I loved getting to work with different photographers and had the space to invite models to host some really great shoots. I enjoy going to photography clubs, getting to be in front and behind the camera too. I've had a couple of years off, but I've been practicing taking photo, which has really helped me become a better model. 

I'm now looking to collaborate with different photographers and models to do some interesting and different styles, including ones that challenge both the photographer and myself. I like to really push the envelope to get some amazing shots as well as just making the classics have a nice twist. I am in this for the fun of it all, not to make it a full-time job, but I will be extremely professional will take it very seriously.

• I am happy in my own skin (I am not looking to do Nudes or explicit shots), but I am happy to bare my skin when the feeling is right and the shoot is for something interesting. I do have a LOT of tattoos and I am happy to show them off. I am out of shape, but I am doing a massive body transformation over the next couple of months.
• I'd love to do edgy and alternative styles, very happy to do things like body paint and work with powders, water and I do want to get my disability involved in the shoot e.g. using my wheelchair as a prop.
• I'd love to do stuff that is OTT and shocking too, and I already have a shoot booked that includes latex. I really want to do work in outdoors setting and love abandoned buildings or old train tracks. I love the coloured bath water shots and want to do styles that guys typically don't get to shoot.
• I love to work with female models, as I think it adds a nice style to my pics and what I can offer. I don’t want to do nude shoots - I prefer cafe shoots, walks in forests etc. 

About me

I am disabled, and it is mostly to do with my spine - it is basically collapsing on itself. I have had 9 slipped discs and 4 mini strokes in 2016. I can still move about, but just slower than I used to and there isn't going to be any jumping about or standing in odd positions for long periods of time - but I will try to get in the right pose. I'd love to do work with my wheelchair too, as it could add a really nice dynamic. I am mobile and very willing to do outside shots - but the cold does effect my joints and back, so that needs to be a consideration. Also long poses in odd positions may be an issue, but I am stubborn and will try.

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Personal Details 

Age: 34

Height: 5 foot 7

Shoe size: 8 / 42

Waist: 32 depending on brand

T-Shirt size: Small for a fitted look, Medium for a more relaxed look

Jacket size: 40

Tattoos: 19 so far… My chest is covered, my upper back and right side is covered, my left upper arm and then some smaller ones around the body - most can be covered.

My hair and beard do change quite often. I cut it all off back in December, so it's growing back. I'll typically go to a hairdressers before I do a number of shoots so that it all looks smart. I prefer not to go clean shaven but can do for the right project. My beard grows very fast but I will trim it right down for a shoot. I am learning about how to do make up, so anyone that can help me with this then please do, as I need the help.

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TFP / COLLABORATIONS / PROMOTIONAL WORK

I am only willing to do TFP shoots. If you are a photographer that wants to try out a new style, then let’s work together as it would be really interesting for me to try out new styles too.

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Cancellations

I know exactly how life works and how things can get in the way. I have to work when my back allows me and this can stop me from doing things on a daily basis, but I do prefer to be open and honest, meaning that I really appreciate to be respected when it comes to clear communication. If something comes up, just talk to me and we can sort it out, rather than me having to wait in all day and not get a message. If I am collaborating with another model or designer, please do realise that it is not just me that will be let down – so just keep in touch as much as you can.

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*!!! IMPORTANT !!!*

Although I do appreciate all the attention and kind compliments, I am straight and would appreciate that you accept my views and desires in regards to this. I am a huge supporter of the LGBT community, but do not wish to any photographers to approach me for anything other than photo shoots, nor wish photographers to expect me to get nude unless it is for the art and it feels right. It is quite alarming how many messages I get in regards to this, but please consider my views too as I do yours and just don’t like the forcefulness of some people and their communication that is overly flirty and pushy in regards to me taking part in something that is assumed to lead to other things other than photography. Thanks…

                            

A BIG thank you to ‘Artemis Fauna’ for inspiration for both my profile and shoot styles/photo ideas.