Finding Models for Photography

I had a studio in my youth and did portrait and modelling sessions. I sourced models by putting ads in local newspapers around my area. Made a nice sum selling the raw pictures/rights to some American media company.
 
backstreetboy said:
I did and it doesn't seem like he really has. It's not about what you don't like it's about what everyone uses.
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In my experience, I much prefer using the other two sites I mentioned and found I got more out of them. Plus, they have actually decent desktop versions that allow me to upload photos without having to use a browser extension. So I've tended to avoid Instagram wherever possible.
 
AdrParkinson said:
As a hobbyist photographer, how would I go about finding willing subjects for photos? I mean for posed photos, not candid street photos.
I have tried sending a few messages through one model site, so far with no response. I don't know if it's because I can only offer TFP or the ones I messaged just aren't active anymore.
So are there any other options open to me? Or am I just going to be forced to shoot my own face?
I'm in Durban, BTW.
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Maybe it's a long shot, but I would try posting to some fitness groups on Facebook. Examples would be: weightlifting / bodybuilders and crossfit groups. There are plenty women out there that would love a more professional shot and would take the time to work with you. You would need to travel to them of course.

skeptic_SA said:
A photoshoot worthy member on here? Doubtful.
Wait. @Emjay and @EMAM
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AdrParkinson said:
In my experience, I much prefer using the other two sites I mentioned and found I got more out of them. Plus, they have actually decent desktop versions that allow me to upload photos without having to use a browser extension. So I've tended to avoid Instagram wherever possible.
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500px and Flickr are suited for photographers - you're not looking for a photographer though, you need to go where the potential models are, and that's instagram and Facebook.
 
AdrParkinson said:
As a hobbyist photographer, how would I go about finding willing subjects for photos? I mean for posed photos, not candid street photos.
I have tried sending a few messages through one model site, so far with no response. I don't know if it's because I can only offer TFP or the ones I messaged just aren't active anymore.
So are there any other options open to me? Or am I just going to be forced to shoot my own face?
I'm in Durban, BTW.
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You need to get a black leather couch first
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I can't believe no one has suggested this yet
 
AdrParkinson said:
In my experience, I much prefer using the other two sites I mentioned and found I got more out of them. Plus, they have actually decent desktop versions that allow me to upload photos without having to use a browser extension. So I've tended to avoid Instagram wherever possible.
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Yeah but in reality you need to go where the numbers are. I hate Whatsapp and despise it since there are better alternatives available including Telegram etc. but everyone uses it so I have to too.
 
backstreetboy said:
Yeah but in reality you need to go where the numbers are. I hate Whatsapp and despise it since there are better alternatives available including Telegram etc. but everyone uses it so I have to too.
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I've never heard of Telegram, so I just imagine someone tapping out morse code messages rather than using Whatsapp.
 
AdrParkinson said:
In my experience, I much prefer using the other two sites I mentioned and found I got more out of them. Plus, they have actually decent desktop versions that allow me to upload photos without having to use a browser extension. So I've tended to avoid Instagram wherever possible.
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Ja, but sometimes the sites you use aren't about how easy it is for you to upload pictures, but rather about the audience you can reach. Nobody gives a crap about flickr as a platform to see ideas and get in touch. You want exposure and models? Start using a platform that gives you that.
 
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