Need some advice

[Creaxel_photo]

There is a model that I want to shoot and she only has done location shots, I suggested her studio shots and she said it's okay but she needs to bring a chaperone and that is the reason that she has location shots only because other photographers didn't like the fact that she wanted to bring a chaperone. Now I don't see any problems with that but I've never had the experience there, based on your experience what do you think of the situation?

 

[roseway]

I've got no personal experience, but I would say that it's perfectly reasonable for her to want to bring a chaperone, so long as the chaperone doesn't interfere in the session.

 

[KIPAX]

If shooting females in a studio I would insist on a chaperone not only for her but for me.. I would have my wife or someone wiht me...

Todays world means its not enough being a decent honest person.. you havent to put yourself in a position where you could be accused of anyhting else.. Sad but...

 

[mani]

If anything i'd bring a female from your side too.

guise her as a photographers assistant but where your in a situation where its you and a female and your both unknowns having other parties watch your back is advisable.

 

[Jelster]

I've shot with chaperones before, not an issue. However, best if it's not her boyfriend, that tends not to work well, the model often feels intimidated by their presence.

A female from your camp is always useful (if only to hold the reflector!)

Steve

 

[Creaxel_photo]

Thanks everyone, so I'd tell her it's okay, and if I can take anyone with me then I will too.

 

[Scarecrow]

Can't say I've ever found it a problem. The majority of models I've shot with are savvy enough to do the relevant background checks on a photographer they have not worked with before prior to agreeing a shoot with them. As far as studios go, if you are hiring one, in most cases the studio owner will be on hand. This enables him/her to make sure that you are familiar with the equipment, but many will also have a small area/office that they can remain out of the way of the actual shoot, but close enough to act as chaperone if required.

 

[lensflair]

There is a model that I want to shoot and she only has done location shots, I suggested her studio shots and she said it's okay but she needs to bring a chaperone and that is the reason that she has location shots only because other photographers didn't like the fact that she wanted to bring a chaperone. Now I don't see any problems with that but I've never had the experience there, based on your experience what do you think of the situation?

Not a problem but if It's boudoir or glamour then no boyfriends. Have your own assistant there too, preferably female. That's just my rules but you've got to keep yourself covered.