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Jelster
12-04-2008, 13:16
Following the success of the recent “Meet & Shoot” at the Digital Depot studio in Stevenage, I have arranged for another session on Sunday 18th May.

This session will be limited to 6 photographers. I expect myself & my brother to hold two of the places, and as Fraggle101 organised the previous session, and I’d like to give him the first refusal. That means that there are currently 3 slots open, so the first to confirm their availability will get them.

Please DON’T take a slot if you can’t make it. I’m currently talking to the guys at DD to see if we can make this a regular fixture, so hopefully everybody will get their chance.

The Studio is very well equipped, with 4 good quality flash units available, a number of backgrounds, coloured gels for the background lights, and some furniture is also available. The Studio is £120 for the day on Sunday, so that’s £20 a piece for 6 of us. Not bad for a full sized studio, with assistance and of course, the “club” shop is next door, should you need anything.

I’m working on models, I expect that Jo will be with us again, I have had a male model ask if I can do some work with him, and I hope to have a couple of others as well.

PM me if you’re interested, and I’ll publish the list here, and I’ll also keep a couple of people on the “reserve” list in case we have somebody pull out before the date.

Hopefully we can get this to be a regular thing, maybe every 4-6 weeks or so.

Steve

natjag
13-04-2008, 09:53
Here's a link to the studio, for anyone that wasn't there last time.
www.digitaldepot.co.uk/information.php?info_id=11

Jelster
13-04-2008, 10:13
My "Bro" has pulled out, so there's 4 places up for grabs (5 if Tony decides not to come...)

I've already had some feedback from models so it looks like it's going somewhere.

Steve

Treesie
13-04-2008, 13:17
Hi
Count me in, have pm'd you.

Tee

Hacker
13-04-2008, 16:44
PM sent!

Jelster
13-04-2008, 17:01
To confirm, I have a male model confirmed, and 4 female models pending.

List so far.


1) Jelster
2) Fraggle101
3) Treesie
4) Hacker
5) blinkerz
6) LKavaney (to be confirmed)

Reserve List:
JimLin1965
Toothie
ekimeno


Steve

blinkerz
13-04-2008, 17:39
il be up for this:), want to try more outside stuff this time as well

Jelster
13-04-2008, 17:44
il be up for this:), want to try more outside stuff this time as well

Sorted...

King of Groove
13-04-2008, 19:40
Curses! I've missed out again!

Well I was on a mission of national importance today so have only just read this thread. I was watching my footy team AFC Wimbledon play today at Wembley.

Oh well 3rd time lucky perhaps?!!!

Jelster
13-04-2008, 19:43
Curses! I've missed out again!

Well I was on a mission of national importance today so have only just read this thread. I was watching my footy team AFC Wimbledon play today at Wembley.

Oh well 3rd time lucky perhaps?!!!


Still 1 place left !

And I'll be taking reserves, just in case.

Steve

King of Groove
13-04-2008, 21:20
I'll let Fraggle101 have the honour! He deserves it more than me!!

dellipher
13-04-2008, 21:26
I'll let Fraggle101 have the honour! He deserves it more than me!!

Looks like theres a place - aswell as fraggles

Jelster
13-04-2008, 21:39
Yes, there's Tony's "reserved" place, plus one other...

Steve

King of Groove
13-04-2008, 21:44
I'll save myself for the June one! I've got two weeks holiday then!

fraggle101
14-04-2008, 08:09
sorry guys, iv been away and missed the beginning of this thread! Thanks for the reserve place steve, i'll be there.. With ** cd's in hand. Lol.

Jelster
14-04-2008, 09:06
After a PM from LKavaney, all 6 places are now filled.

However I'm quite happy to run a "reserve list" of 2 or 3 people in case anybody has a problem making it.

Steve

Jelster
14-04-2008, 11:35
As an update...

Models:

Jo is available, plus a couple of local girls. I have been contacted by a model based in Scotland but who has friends in Stevenage, and a male model fairly local to me as well.

Most of them have asked about "Themes". So we need some ideas. I like the sound of an "Urban" shoot, but what say the rest of you ?

Steve

Treesie
14-04-2008, 12:19
OK with me. Would like to get some nice edgy shots.
Is is OTT to think about a TFP MUA for urban shots?

natjag
14-04-2008, 12:24
OK with me. Would like to get some nice edgy shots.
Is is OTT to think about a TFP MUA for urban shots?

Although I'm unable to attend. I may have a MUA that is interested for TFP/CD. She is away at the moment, so I'm not able to confirm yet for you. Should you decide you want a MUA that is.

Jelster
14-04-2008, 13:22
OK with me. Would like to get some nice edgy shots.
Is is OTT to think about a TFP MUA for urban shots?

The theme(s) are open to discussion, urban was just one idea I had. There's 6 of us attending so we should discuss what each of us wants.

And please don't forget that as we're doing this on a TFP/CD basis with the models, their requests are also important.

Nathan had mention that he may have a MUA that would be interested in working with us, which is why I commented that one may be available.

We have 6 photographers and 6 1/2 hours of studio time (09:30-16:00) so I'm sure we can fit more than one theme into the day.

Discuss.....

Treesie
14-04-2008, 14:23
From my point of view I'm quite flexible on themes as studio work is fairly new to me.
Do we have any requests from the models at this time?

mrgubby
14-04-2008, 14:26
As a matter of interest what does MUA stand for ?

natjag
14-04-2008, 14:51
MUA - Make-up artist

mrgubby
14-04-2008, 14:58
MUA - Make-up artist


:bang:


:D

LKavaney
14-04-2008, 19:13
Well I can't wait! I'm up for anything theme wise :D

Treesie
14-04-2008, 19:52
me neither, trouble containing the excitement!!

natjag
15-04-2008, 20:50
Just thought I'd let you know, the MUA I knew that was interested, can't do it.

Jelster
15-04-2008, 21:02
Just thought I'd let you know, the MUA I knew that was interested, can't do it.

Cheers Nathan. I may have another one available, watch this space......

(well not this space exactly, one of the ones below it, but you know what I mean :lol:)

Treesie
16-04-2008, 15:07
I.m off to see a bunch of MUA's tomorrow. I'll have a general sweep as a back up.

JimLin1965
20-04-2008, 10:48
Oh bugger, I was away with no internet acces, so didn't see this thread until this morning. I would be grateful if you could bung me down as standby.

Cheers,
James

Jelster
20-04-2008, 11:06
Oh bugger, I was away with no internet acces, so didn't see this thread until this morning. I would be grateful if you could bung me down as standby.

Cheers,
James

Can do James, can you PM me either an email address or a mobile number so I can reach you if necessary

Steve

Jelster
24-04-2008, 08:14
OK people,

We have 4 confirmed models, 3 female, 1 male, plus a make up artist.

I'll drop everybody a PM with the models profiles and confirm start times etc.

It's been hard work getting the models, and I have to thank Tony for helping.

Why do people say yes, when they know thy can't actually make the day. Why do models ask "where and what date" when I put that in the original request..... :bang:

It can be more stressful than work at times. Still, it's all organised and we'll have a grand day.....

Steve

Treesie
24-04-2008, 09:25
Effort greatly appreciated.

fraggle101
25-04-2008, 08:31
Steve.. thats what models do!! they ALL do it!! so it seems anyway.. :shrug: iv had the same.. the trouble is that MM isnt a REAL agency.. so you dont often get REAL models.. the good ones have a head on thier shoulders and arnt as dumb as thier made out to be!! one day we'll be in a position to get the good un's!! :thumbs:

Looking forward to the meet.. some new faces to see and get to know too.. thats good.. :thumbs:

LKavaney
25-04-2008, 21:37
can't wait!!!

ekimeno
30-04-2008, 10:14
Steve,

Please can I grab a place on the standby list for 18 May. This is definitely an area I'd like to give some attention to to see if it's my thing.

Much appreciated
Mike

Jelster
30-04-2008, 13:34
Steve,

Please can I grab a place on the standby list for 18 May. This is definitely an area I'd like to give some attention to to see if it's my thing.

Much appreciated
Mike


Sorted Mike....

LKavaney
08-05-2008, 22:38
whats the latest on this? do I pay on the day?? excited!!

Jelster
09-05-2008, 08:25
whats the latest on this? do I pay on the day?? excited!!

You've prompted me into sending that PM that I promised :D

Yes, pay on the day, we all put £20 into the hat.

Steve

natjag
16-05-2008, 16:16
Good luck with the shoot on Sunday everyone. I wish I could have made this one.

Luckily I have my own, the very day before.

fraggle101
16-05-2008, 17:06
That'll be tomorrow then.. lol..

What you up to Nathan??

ekimeno
17-05-2008, 09:33
Hey everyone - just checking that those on the confirmed list can still make it tomorrow. If not, I'm keeping my Sunday free... but this won't be for long...

Treesie
17-05-2008, 10:10
Oh yes, I'll be there:) Just charging up the batteries :lol:

fraggle101
17-05-2008, 10:11
Me too..

ekimeno
17-05-2008, 10:17
Doh! :thinking:

...I'm hoping there'll be a 'round III, but please don't make it 8th of June or 6th - 13th July.... not picky at all am I? :D

Jelster
17-05-2008, 10:37
Hey everyone - just checking that those on the confirmed list can still make it tomorrow. If not, I'm keeping my Sunday free... but this won't be for long...

Yep we have a "full round" as of 11:30 this morning. Jim who was 1st on the back up list has taken one place as we had somebody drop out.



Steve

ekimeno
18-05-2008, 06:07
Jelster, Toothie- check your PM's please!

I'm ready to go - just need to know if Toothie is taking the free place that has become available. Please say someone will check their messages!

EDIT: OK - now too late for me to get to Stevenage by 9.30. Hope you guys have a good day... I tried... I REALLY tried :'(

Toothie
18-05-2008, 10:06
am really sorry guys had my first early night / lie in a long time. :bang:

Jelster i thought i gave you my mobile number??

Hope you all had a good time anyways.

VinnyB
18-05-2008, 10:34
Been reading thread with interest..

Hope u all post some pics here tomorrow..!!!

ekimeno
18-05-2008, 13:07
Oh well - these things happen ;)

Jelster, is it OK if I put my name down now for the next meet?

Also can't wait to see the photos from today's shoot.

Treesie
18-05-2008, 19:41
Hi Guys

Just want to say it was great to meet you all. I've been looking through the images from today and hope I'm right in saying it was a resounding success for all :thumbs: Had a brilliant day and hope to do it again very soon!:)

fraggle101
18-05-2008, 20:13
Phew.. just got in.. not had time to go through em yet.. just transfering now..

Thank you to everyone for a great day..

Jelster, well done mate.. it was a success.. even if there were a few no-shows..

Treesie
18-05-2008, 20:22
It was a day well worth the money, as a first I'm happy with about 85% of the images!
Er Fraggle, shall we run away to uban decay together!!

Treesie
18-05-2008, 20:39
The images with the gels turn out pretty good as well. B*****y LCD does my head in!;)

JimLin1965
18-05-2008, 20:58
Hi,

Just wanted to say thanks to Jelster for the day and all the hard work and organisation he put into it. Fraggle and Treesie, it was great to meet you. Thanks to the models for giving up their time and Martin for his words of advice.

I would love to do it again, but I must remember to communicate with the models more. I have some duff shots becaueI hadn't directed them properly.

I will post some photos tomorrow, once I have had time to go through them again.

Cheers again,
JimLin :)

fraggle101
18-05-2008, 21:20
Iv started a thread on People and Portraits so we can dump all our stuff there...

Im pleased everyone has had fun today..

Treesie, i have my Mad Max Costume ready and waiting.. im off to the Thunderdome... :lol:

Jelster
18-05-2008, 22:46
Jelster, Toothie- check your PM's please!

I'm ready to go - just need to know if Toothie is taking the free place that has become available. Please say someone will check their messages!

EDIT: OK - now too late for me to get to Stevenage by 9.30. Hope you guys have a good day... I tried... I REALLY tried :'(

am really sorry guys had my first early night / lie in a long time. :bang:

Jelster i thought i gave you my mobile number??

Hope you all had a good time anyways.

I didn't your PM's until 23:45 last night, when I was tucked up in bed.... So only read them once I got back in this evening.

Steve