Angela Webb is a professional freelance photographer in Dallas Texas. She specializes in fashion and portrait photography with a focus  on "the unique beauty and culture of Women of Color". She not only pays "homage to her personal upbringing, but also brings representation to an industry that tends to make Black and Brown bodies an afterthought". In this episode you will hear about connecting with people you work with, using your creative talents to speak out on topics that are important to you, how to build the best for your team for your next project, and much more. Tune in to hear great tips for models from a photographers perspective. 

SHOW HOTSPOTS:

[7:25] Topic: How to generate ideas for photoshoots

[7:40] "The best part about being an artist is allowing yourself to be as transparent as you would like to be." 

[14:00] Topic: Using your creative talents to speak out on topics you wish to shine light on

[15:15] "As an artist you want to be as free and expressive as possible."

[16:00] Topic: Building a team of creatives to execute an idea

[17:15] "Everything has been done but how can I do it differently." 

[19:30] Topic: Difference between commercial and editorial looks

[26:55] Topic: How to find fashion shows in your area

[30:26] Topic: What is a model call

[36:40] Topic: Model do's and don'ts 

Where to find Angela online:

Instagram : @angelawebbphotography

Links:

www.angelawebbphotography.com

Upcoming events: 

$25 headshots by Angela Webb at @ck_creativedesk (Instagram) studio on Saturday July 11, 2020 from 11am-2pm

https://www.ckcreativedesk.com/events

Sierra Favreau, a 10 year agency signed model,  shares how to discover your own niche and why it is important to have a purpose in the modeling industry. She is currently signed to the Campbell Agency in Dallas, Texas.  Sierra has modeled for top brand names such as, Michael Kors, Mary Kay, and many more including a feature in Seventeen Magazine.

[7:30] "Focus on confidence not comparison."

[7:43] "You always need to carry yourself with good composure and in a professional manner."

[11:20] "Nothing in modeling is going to ever come handed to you. A lot of it is who you network with, hand your business cards to, searching for castings, and just staying on top of it."

[13:00] Topic: Finding your niche 

[14:45] "In modeling you don't want to single yourself to one market or category. You want to be versatile."

[16:30] Topic: How to step out of your niche and be more versatile

[17:04] "There is always a door of opportunity that will open. Especially if you believe it." 

[20:15] "You have to stay focused on your purpose and goal or you will fall for anything." 

Zack Miller shares his experience finding his first agency, incorporating dance into modeling, and navigating the industry as a newly signed model. He is currently signed with Wallflower Management in Dallas, Texas and has modeled for  big brands such as JCPenney, The Container Store,  Senior Ricos, and Signet Jewelers.

Show Hotspots:

[03:36] Topic: Checking out different modeling agencies

[05:50] Topic: Incorporating dance into modeling

[17:00] Experience modeling for JCPenney

[28:00] Facial Expressions

[32:25] Reference: DLM Model Lifestyle https://www.youtube.com/channel/UC07qAfGd_Tqu8xRG6yPtw3A

[34:20] "Keep your eyes and ears open. Don't be exclusive with what you draw your ideas from."

[34:45] "Start putting yourself in front of a camera, even if it's your mom taking pictures."

[35:05] "Become obsessed about it. That's the best way to catapult yourself into growth."

[35:10] "Start looking at other models and thinking of yourself as a model rather than viewing other people as something you can't obtain. 

[35:35] "Don't let your ego get in the way. There is always a long ways to go and you can always learn something."

Where you can find Zach:

@zachalfonzo