GlamModel Amanda Michelle

GlamModelz Magazine is excited to introduce our latest GlamModel Amanda Michelle of Raleigh, North Carolina. Amanda is not a new face to the Modeling industry and someone that we expect to see big things from her career in the very near future.

GlamModelz Magazine: Welcome to GlamModelz Magazine Amanda Michelle!

GlamModelz Magazine: When working with a photographer do you bring your own concepts and idea’s as well as working with theirs? Amanda Michelle: For the most part if a photographer wants to shoot me then I will ask them if they have any specific concept ideas and if not then I will try to work with them on some. I think if the photographer already has a vision for you, then the model should respect that and try to work with them on that, but I do feel it is important for both the model and the photographer to work together on concept ideas. This is important because it helps build a relationship between one another, increasing the comfort ability and the model and the photographer both are on the same plan of thinking when it comes to the vision for the photo.

GlamModelz Magazine: What are your thoughts and issues with Implied and Nude posing? Amanda Michelle: I personally do not do them, but I feel it is okay if you are one, comfortable enough to do it ( and I mean you have to be completely comfortable) and two if it is professionally done in an either a artistic or classy way.

GlamModelz Magazine: What are your thoughts on the whole escort issue? Amanda Michelle: I feel that it is important for the model to have someone with them that they trust when going to someone for the first time. But I feel that the model does need to do their research first and find references too. It is a cruel world, and sometimes very much needed for a backup plan. But I do not think it is a good idea to bring more than two people with you and unannounced. I feel to be fare to the photographer you need to let them know in advance.

GlamModelz Magazine: Your thoughts on TFP or TFCD sessions in general? Amanda Michelle: I love them, especially for models and photographers looking to build their port. The only thing is that sometimes both models and photographers tend to take these sessions less seriously because they look at it as a “free” session treat it as such. For one you should ALWAYS give it 110%, and these sessions are just important as paid ones.

GlamModelz Magazine: Any suggestions to models about wardrobe? What to have and where to find deals? Amanda Michelle: You have to think ahead of time too. No last minute “put-togethers” (although sometimes you might get lucky), these usually do not work. Getting your clothes together ahead of time will save you a lot of headache in the long run. You also want to follow the concept as best you can, if you need ideas, simply Google them. You also do not want to wear any old or worn-out clothing to a shoot unless that is the concept you are following. There are places where you can buy clothes for cheap that are either new or in good condition, you don’t need to spend a fortune on a simple pair of jeans.

GlamModelz Magazine: What excited you the most when you first started modeling? Amanda Michelle: I am in love with the art of not just modeling but photography. I love how you can turn a simple photo into something more than just a photo.

GlamModelz Magazine: Facial expressions are a big part of a photo session, how and where did you learn this? Amanda Michelle: Facial expressions can make a photo, body language is important too but a dead face can turn a photo into disaster!! The best way to learn is to practice in the mirror, the best way to get to know yourself and what works and doesn’t work for you.

GlamModelz Magazine: Do you feel that flexibility and diversity are important to a model portfolio? Amanda Michelle: Flexibility and diversity are definitely important to a model’s portfolio because it shows you are able to take photos of all sorts showing a broader range of talent, which agencies look for.

GlamModelz Magazine: How do you handle imperfections.. and how important do you feel professional make up is to a model? Amanda Michelle: To handle my imperfections I just try to enhance my more glamorous features. But sometimes my imperfections do show through but that’s okay, no one is perfect and this is what makes us human, and gives us our individual characteristics. It is your perfections, imperfections and everything in between that makes up every part of you….embrace them all!!!!

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The images of Amanda Michelle appearing in this interview were photographed by; Barney Lee, To learn more about Glam Model Amanda Michelle, please visit her website: ModelMayhem.com/MandyChelle