Showing posts with label Male Modelling. Show all posts
Showing posts with label Male Modelling. Show all posts

Wednesday, 13 September 2023

A Modelling Portfolio With A View

 If you go looking through my portfolio of fashion images you would be hard pressed to find pictures with well known landmarks. This is simply because Fashion Photography might love luxury, edgy, cool, dark, sexy, whatever; and even the lure of travel - but it's the outfits that have to shine. So the landscape and landmarks almost always play second fiddle to the clothes and the model or the model and the clothes... I suppose that makes the location third, not even second place! But every so often, the landscape or a landmark is required to make a statement about the 'where' and in the case of this photoshoot, the 'who' as well. That's because it is a modelling portfolio shoot for a non local who before leaving Australia, wanted a portfolio to kick start their modelling career when they returned to Germany. 

So the landmark here, must be unmistakable, the Sydney Opera House and it's always-there dance partner, the Sydney Harbour Bridge. But its still a portfolio shoot and for that kind of picture the model is the key - I don't want the location to dominate the picture, just lend some GPS coordinates and local charm.

Linus, B&W male modelling portfolio shot with Sydney Opera House in the background.
Linus, B&W modelling portfolio shot with Sydney Opera House

I love the Sydney Harbour Bridge and it's Art Deco forms cast in old concrete. Two 20th century Australian Icons. In these shots they do not dominate but they tell you where we are, Sydney, by the harbour, Australia. So we photographed on the bridge, under the bridge, beside, the bridge, and even went to the other side of Sydney Cove to the Opera House and shot on the north promenade, with Linus jogging at the Opera House as so many people do! Yes it's pretty casual in Australia. It was Linus's first photoshoot, and he did well, we did well. Scroll down, check out the shots. If you are on a laptop or desktop computer, click the pictures to see them bigger! Need a portfolio or fashion pictures, just get in contact and let me know.
Male Modelling Portfolio, B&W Mid-shot on location - Sydney Harbour Bridge
Male Modelling Portfolio, Mid-shot on location - Sydney Harbour Bridge

Sitting on the steps. Male Modelling Portfolio, On location in Sydney -  Bridge Stairs
Male Modelling Portfolio, On location in Sydney -  Bridge Stairs

Linus with arms folded for a B&W mid-shot, w/Sydney Harbour Bridge in background
Linus, B&W mid-shot, w/Sydney Harbour Bridge in background

Linus, mid-shot in colour with arms behind his back, w/Sydney Harbour Bridge in background
Linus, mid-shot, w/Sydney Harbour Bridge in background

Full length fitness shot of male model jogging at the Sydney Opera House
Fitness shot - Jogging at the Sydney Opera House

Black and white , horizontal headshot, on location.
Horizontal headshot, on location.

Horizontal mid-shot in B&W with the Sydney Opera House in the background
Horizontal mid-shot in B&W 

A very casual mid-shot, Linus as a traveller in Sydney 2023 with the iron superstructure of the Sydney Harbour Bridge in the background.
A very casual mid-shot, Linus as a traveller in Sydney 2023

Monday, 11 March 2019

How to Become a Model? Top 10 Reasons to Book Me for your Modelling Portfolio in 2021

Everyone loves a top 10 but you can't just make stuff up! What I've done is taken quotes from reviews that my clients have left me over on my Facebook page; featuring key points, of what they loved about creating their portfolio and photoshoot with me. I don't even mention that the top reason is because you want to become a model - because, as great as that is there is so much more to it than that! So here we go, the Top 10 Reasons to Book Me for your Modelling Portfolio in 2021 - illustrated with pictures from their respective photoshoot. Thank you to my wonderful clients - love to you all, love you Sydney!

A Career Starting Studio Portfolio - Top 10 Reasons to Book Me for your Modelling Portfolio with Kent Johnson Photography
A Career Starting Studio Portfolio - Sandra
'Kent was fabulous! I took my daughter for her first fashion photoshoot and Kent made her feel confident and glamorous. He also held my hand throughout the process of picking the best photos, because we had so many great shots, it was hard to choose!. The photos were just amazing. This was a great experience for both of us. The stylist and hair and make-up ladies that Kent brought, Vivianne and Cynthia, were also great. Thanks, Kent!' ( Teo won iPOP model of the year in L.A. with this very portfolio - her first)

Unique shots Male Model Portfolio - Top 10 Reasons to Book Me for your Modelling Portfolio with Kent Johnson Photography
Unique shots - Male Model Portfolio - Jimmy 
'I recently did a shoot with Kent and the results were outstanding. Kent has the ability to spot and create shots that a less experienced photographer simply would not be able to pull off. Kent is also very easy to work with and has a good sense of humour. We had a few laughs throughout the shoot which is always helpful as far as getting loose and creating cool shots. Overall highly recommended!'

A 30th birthday photoshoot - Top 10 Reasons to Book Me for your Modelling Portfolio with Kent Johnson Photography
A 30th birthday photoshoot - Aline
'I had a photo shoot with Kent for my 30th birthday and was an awesome day, really good experience. Kent is an excellent professional made me feel comfortable through the shoot and the 5 hrs went like a flash!'

A very comfortable person to shoot with - Top 10 Reasons to Book Me for your Modelling Portfolio with Kent Johnson Photography
A very comfortable person to shoot with - On Location with Sean
'I had a great time shooting with Kent! He is a very comfortable person to shoot with; which was important for me especially considering I have never really done any serious modelling before. The photos turned out great and even better I had a great time getting those shots with Kent.'

Professional with very personal touch - Studio Portfolio Headshot & Comp Card - Top 10 Reasons to Book Me for your Modelling Portfolio with Kent Johnson Photography
Talk to me about getting your modelling career started today kent@artcommunication.com.au or call Kent on 0433 796 863!
Professional with very personal touch - Studio Portfolio & Comp Card - Top 10 Reasons to Book Me for your Modelling Portfolio with Kent Johnson Photography
Professional with a very personal touch - Studio Portfolio & Comp Card - Ali 
'Following a recommendation from a contact made through the Billy Blue Design College, my 19 year old daughter and I were recently recommended to check out Kent Johnson Photography to get some photos together to help kick off a career in modelling. The whole experience from start to finish was extremely professional and but at the same time with a very personal touch. Kent spent a lot of time with us discussing the options and getting to know a bit about her so that he could get a good story going through the photos. We decided on the 4 hour studio photo shoot and were not disappointed! We spent an amazing and really enjoyable few hours at the Studio working through different looks and outfits with Kent and Emily, the hair and makeup artist, and came out of it with some stunning photos and a great comp card!! Many thanks again.'

A great eye for the detail - Top 10 Reasons to Book Me for your Modelling Portfolio with Kent Johnson Photography
He's only satisfied when the light is perfect - Top 10 Reasons to Book Me for your Modelling Portfolio with Kent Johnson Photography
A great eye for the detail - Denis
'I recently had my portfolio shot by Kent Johnson. He's a passionate Photographer with a great eye for the detail and he's only satisfied when the light is perfect. I really think that Kent and his Crew is worth the money. It's not only that the pictures are very qualitative, but also did I have a lot of fun while shooting them! I've rarely seen somebody so enthusiastic about his job, if you're interested in having shot a few professional pictures then you really should give it a go with him.'

Styling and posing are not a problem - Top 10 Reasons to Book Me for your Modelling Portfolio with Kent Johnson Photography
Styling and posing are not a problem -  Tay
'I recently had a photo shoot with Kent to go towards my portfolio, the location was beautiful, he is very professional, helped with styling and posing and it was a very comfortable environment :)'

Age is part of the beauty of life - Top 10 Reasons to Book Me for your Modelling Portfolio with Kent Johnson Photography
Age is part of the beauty of life - Wendy 
'Photo shoot at Neilson Park with Kent was great fun. The location was very nostalgic for me - I learned to swim there as a child and have continued to go back over the years. Having photos taken there brought back lovely memories for me and I felt at home right away. Kent's style is relaxed and engaging and he a fantastic and dedicated photographer so I knew I was going to get an excellent portfolio. I'm really happy with the photos - they are beautifully shot in soft light, very flattering for a 60 something aspiring model.'

His sense of artistic creativity - Top 10 Reasons to Book Me for your Modelling Portfolio with Kent Johnson Photography
His sense of artistic creativity - Bridget
'I think Kent's clear skill at photography and his sense of artistic creativity make him a perfect choice as a photographer, be it for the fashion industry or for personal portrait photography. Besides being a world class photographer with a deep knowledge of art and fashion, Kent has a lovely personality and is definitely a fun and friendly guy to work with. I really enjoyed my shoot with Kent and would recommend him to anyone in need of a great photographer!'

A Christmas present for both of us,  feeling like supermodels - Top 10 Reasons to Book Me for your Modelling Portfolio with Kent Johnson Photography
A Christmas present for both of us, left us feeling like supermodels - Top 10 Reasons to Book Me for your Modelling Portfolio with Kent Johnson Photography
A Christmas present for both of us,  feeling like supermodels - Galina 
'Wow, finally I have had my long wished for photo shoot. I am happy that I did it with the best photographer in Sydney Kent Johnson and with my beautiful niece Anastasia from Holland. My husband Chris had arranged it as surprise Christmas present for both of us. We absolutely loved it. It was great fun, showing our outfits and really enjoyed feeling like supermodels. It was also good to have a professional make up artist. I have now selected the best shots from all the proofs. Actually, all photos looks absolutely fabulous. Kent, you have done a great job. Thank you very much! I would highly recommended you to anyone. My best regards, Galina V.'

A Calming, Friendly and Patient Manner- Top 10 Reasons to Book Me for your Modelling Portfolio with Kent Johnson Photography
Calming, Friendly and Patient Manner - Marisa 
'Had the great pleasure of meeting with Kent to photograph my teenage daughter for her first Portfolio Photo Shoot. My daughter walked in a little scared and nervous and walked out Confident and Excited about what her future might be. Kent was so great with his Calming, Friendly and Patient Manner that Samantha Transformed in front of our eyes. Kent is an Absolute First Class Professional whose Expertise I Genuinely Appreciated. Thank You Kent.' Marisa Robertson


Well that's it that is 10, actually 11 reasons to consider me, Kent Johnson to photograph your modelling portfolio or fashion portrait. Of course I think one of the best reasons, perhaps after great pictures and mentioned quite often; is we really do have fun on on these portfolio photoshoots, and I think that's very important. After all, enjoying yourself and feeling good about who you are should always be part of the experience.

Talk to me about getting your modelling career started today- kent@artcommunication.com.au or call Kent on 0433 796 863!


Kent Johnson, Sydney, Australia.
0433 796 863

Friday, 27 October 2017

Gaz - Making a Splash with a Harbour Beach Modelling Portfolio Shoot

I am just going to admit right here and now that the idea of Gaz doing a post-swim beach shower shot was not mine. It was Gaz's idea; and I for one am glad he presented it to me so I could give it some thought as to how best make the shot. The thing with photographs, if they are not bad shots, they generally look easy to make. I mean they should look easy; who wants shots that make you wonder why it doesn't work.. You want pictures that make you think, "Wow" "that's great" "their a knockout" "I'd love to go there" that sort of thing - not gosh - "they really should learn something about styling or lighting or how to hold the camera straight.." You know what I mean; there's plenty of that on your Facebook page, Snapchat or Insta already.. So I did what any good photographer will do. I said, "great, but lets start over here first" which to be fair to myself was the right move because once you get wet you are no longer dry. Continued below - just scroll down!
Gaz, a strong, black and white mid shot, shit off, male modelling portfolio shot on Location in Sydney Australia by Kent Johnson.
So starting with our key looks first - full length, mid and head shots also gave me time to think about how the outdoor shower shot might work best. Initially the sun was still too high, the cliff on one side looked very dull and shaded; there was plenty to think about. So we got started on the 'simple' shots which also gives me time to get to know the model, let them get used to me and the camera; loosen up, and get that all important connection between the model and the camera happening. By the time we were done with those looks, the sun was lower; and I saw I could grab back-lit shots, the type I had been planning to do sometime at another Sydney beach; and also shoot out into the harbour for some blue water with well balanced light. Thanks Gaz for a great shoot. Need a folio, hit me up; I loved shooting this folio Makin' It Happen - Location Modelling Portfolio for Gaz,. PS, right now you get a Video Headshot + Agency Digitals, BOTH of which are a current BONUS, with selected packages so don't delay, BOOK NOW! 0433 796 863 kent@artcommunication.com.au
Mid to head-shot in colour with beach towel like a Roman god. Male modelling portfolio shot on Location in Sydney Australia by Kent Johnson.
Horizontal mid shot playing with geometry. Male modelling portfolio shot on Location in Sydney Australia by Kent Johnson.
Outdoor harbour beach location with shower spray. Male modelling portfolio shot on Location in Sydney Australia by Kent Johnson.
Mid to head-shot, back-lit water spray. Outdoor harbour beach location with shower spray. Male modelling portfolio shot on Location in Sydney Australia by Kent Johnson.
Bonus Digitals - Male modelling portfolio shot on Location in Sydney Australia by Kent Johnson.
Bonus Digitals
Headshot in black and white. Male modelling portfolio shot on Location in Sydney Australia by Kent Johnson.
Action shot with shower spray and harbour and parkland in background. Male modelling portfolio shot on Location in Sydney Australia by Kent Johnson.
Gaz walking out of the sea. Male modelling portfolio shot on Location in Sydney Australia by Kent Johnson.
Long mid shot in colour with towel and a happy grin. Male modelling portfolio shot on Location in Sydney Australia by Kent Johnson.
Fitness and Fashion Modelling Portfolios and Male Modelling Photoshoots by Photographer Kent Johnson, Sydney, Australia.
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Body shot in black and white. Male modelling portfolio shot on Location in Sydney Australia by Kent Johnson.
Back-lit body shot in swimming trunks with sunlight in shower spray. Male modelling portfolio shot on Location in Sydney Australia by Kent Johnson.
Seated in white tee shirt and shorts. Male modelling portfolio shot on Location in Sydney Australia by Kent Johnson.
Three quarter back-lit body shot in swimming trunks with sunlight in shower spray. Male modelling portfolio shot on Location in Sydney Australia by Kent Johnson.
Book your modelling portfolio shoot today.
www.kentjohnsonphotography.com.au/ModellingPortfolios.htm
Telling Stories in Pictures all over..
Kent Johnson, Sydney, Australia.
0433 796 863

Thursday, 11 June 2015

Men's Modelling Portfolio - Suits, Fitness and Fashion..

Fitness is the new fashion for men and women; and a suit.. well the styles change but suits are more in fashion that they been for a long time. But before taking a single picture; I talk with you, usually on the phone about what you are going to bring along to the shoot. The main thing that happens in this conversion is I get a feeling for the direction you want to go with modelling, and I make sure you are bringing enough gear for us to style the shoot. Something I have also been doing for quite a while now is to make you a set of  'agency digitals', pretty much as soon as you walk in the studio. Street clothes, some good daylight, tight shot, full length, side on.. the basic basics! These shots are your package bonus that you can email around as the 'snaps' everyone wants to see these days. Only these snaps are a little better.. That's the first three shots below! All these pictures are from the Pro Modelling Package which includes photographing 5 looks and a comp card, full details here.

Black and White 'agency digitals' headshot - studio modelling portfolio by Kent Johnson.

Black and White 'agency digitals' midshot - studio modelling portfolio by Kent Johnson.

Black and White 'agency digitals' side-on - studio modelling portfolio by Kent Johnson.

Male model comp card from studio modelling portfolio by Kent Johnson.

Modelling men's underwear; studio modelling portfolio by Kent Johnson.

Headshot option for comp card; studio modelling portfolio by Kent Johnson.

Leather jacket and jeans; studio modelling portfolio by Kent Johnson.

Fitness, muscle body shot in jeans; studio modelling portfolio by Kent Johnson.

Alternative 'goth look' fitness, muscle body shot in jeans; studio modelling portfolio by Kent Johnson.

Full length in suit with smile; contemporary menswear catalogue look in black and white; studio modelling portfolio by Kent Johnson.

Call or email to book you photo shoot today.
http://www.kentjohnsonphotography.com.au/09Modelling/ModellingPortfolios.htm

Kent Johnson,
Sydney, Australia.

0433 796 863