July 2014 Model of the Month - Candace

What do you love the most about modelling? 
I love how Modelling makes me feel. When I am modelling I am reminded that I am way too hard on myself and how I look. I am gorgeous and I can feel empowered by that knowledge.
What is the most challenging thing about modelling for you?
Most challenging this for me would be trying to have more than one expression.
Do you prefer color or black and white?
I love colour. Although black and white does have a certain timeless feel about it.
What tips do you have for models that are just starting out that you wish you knew when you started? Do not be afraid to be comfortable in your own skin. Your clothing size does not determine how good you will look in your portraits!
Do you prefer shooting in natural light or studio light?
I love Golden light, so I prefer shooting in natural light for sure.
Where would be your dream location to do a photo shoot?
Anywhere warm really. I don't think I have a real dream location in mind though. A good photographer can make any location look amazing!
What kind of music do you like to listen to when you are at a shoot or getting ready for a shoot?
I love to listen to any sort of Pop or Hip hop when getting ready, Iggy azalea is my weakness though. What color is your favorite? I adore Green and everything about it!
What social media do you use? Feel free to shamelessly plug yourself or stay secretive.
I love Facebook. It has helped me connect with some amazing individuals, and reach a broader clientele when I was running my photography business.
What would you say is your biggest strength?
I would say my biggest strength would be the ability to see good in people even when they cannot see it in themselves, and to be able to see past looks and love people for their personality, uniqueness and individuality.

APRIL's Model of the Month is Jane

What is the most challenging thing about modelling?

Trusting yourself and your body. Sometimes you just have to “go with the flow”, with the music, with the weather or the mood of the shoot. The most awkward poses sometimes make the coolest shots.

What advice would you give a model that is just starting out?

Just go for it. If it feels a little scary, you should tackle it and put the trust in your abilities, whether you know what those are or not.

Color or Black and White?

Definitely Black and White. Color is beautiful for some shots, but black and white allows you to see the emotion in the shot by focusing on the face, the eyes, and the feeling.

How many shoots have you had with Randy Pond?

Is it possible to lose count? If not, then 6 or 7 maybe?

Do you prefer natural light or studio light?

Definitely natural light. Something about the challenge of capturing it and properly posing in it creates some fantastic shots!

Where would be your dream location to do a photo shoot?

Europe! So many fantastic locations and wonderful, old architecture. Bodies of water are pretty great too.

What kind of music do you like to listen to when you are at a shoot or getting ready for a shoot?

Something upbeat that allows me to pump myself up. It helps when conveying emotion later on.

What color is your favorite?

Blue. It’s a calming and cooling color.

What social media do you use?  Feel free to shamelessly plug yourself or stay secretive.

Just a regular ol’ Instagram model! (@zhenyaua). But really, I use the holy trinity of Facebook, Twitter, and Instagram

What would you say is your biggest strength?

Passion and dedication. While that’s two things, technically, they do go hand in hand.