Niamh Somodi-Spence

ABOUT ME

Hello! I'm Niamh-Marie, a freelance model, who joined PurplePort to expand my portfolio and find regular work. My character is fun, outgoing, and I am available for most opportunities- very passionate about modelling- so you will never have to worry about me not giving my all during our shoot. I am currently studying Clinical Psychology at university, and in my spare time I enjoy reading, swimming, going to the gym, and doing regular yoga (quite an active person), and I love to try new things.

STYLES

Mostly fashion, lifestyle, beauty, and portraiture. Particularly in love with old style elegance and glamourous moody shots. Happy to try interesting and creative new ideas!

Would love to try some alt/gothic modelling, and definitely experiment with some fantasy shoots (fae, mermaids, angels, mythology etc.), so if this is your specialty, give me a shout.

If you happen to be in possession of any ballgowns you would like to shoot with, I am your girl! This is a style I think can work with ANYTHING; a beach, a storm, underwater, by a fireplace, in a field. The possibilities really are endless in my not so humble opinion.

Please note I do not shoot NSFW (art nude, lingerie, etc) under any circumstances, if you are unsure about whether I will be comfortable with anything you want to try, just ask and I will let you know!

MY LOOK

• Height: 5'6"
• Strong, athletic build
• Long dark blonde hair with natural highlights
• Brown eyes
• Clear, fair skin
• Long natural nails, can be manicured to your preference colour-wise or kept natural
• No fake tan
• No piercings (other than earlobes)
• No tattoos/face or body modifications

HEALTH AND SAFETY

I have had both of my covid vaccinations, plus my booster

I do bring a chaperone to all of my shoots, to ensure safety for everyone, I just find myself more relaxed this way. I love to have a comfortable, friendly shoot, where there is good communication between the photographer and I, this is always when the best pictures are made!

TRAVEL

Although I am based around the Teesside/Redcar and Cleveland area, I can travel (within reason) for a shoot, usually depending on the type of shoot (if it's something I really want to do/a certain look), or how much I will be paid. I do not drive, so usually travel via public transport or are driven by a chaperone. If the shoot is far (1hrs+), I do ask travel costs to be covered.

I work with both professionals and hobbyists, for those with less experience I am willing to negotiate my rates slightly. I mostly look for paid work but I am interested in TFP shoots too, feel free to get in touch if you would like to work on any of this with me!

BOOKINGS

When booking a shoot please include;

• Style of shoot
• Possible date, start time, and duration
• Location
• Use of images

CANCELLATIONS

For paid bookings cancelled within 5 days, I will asked to be reimbursed for 50% of the amount agreed, or to reschedule the shoot ASAP. For paid bookings cancelled 24 hours before, I expect to be reimbursed for 75% of the amount agreed. This is because it will be almost impossible to fill the space. Weather exceptions for location shoots apply, but we will usually speak about this in pre coms and book for an appropriate day with suitable weather.

WHAT TO EXPECT;

• Punctuality
• Friendly and passionate
• Patient and adaptive
• Cooperative
• Active communication
• Happy to take direction with posing or pose myself
• Creativity
• Professionalism
• Resilient- happy to hold a pose/readjust for as long/as many times as needed to get the perfect shot
• A good laugh!

Castings