What we’re about
Since 2009 all kinds of artists have enjoyed and benefited from Pro-Am in San Diego County as a hands-on photography resource.
Check out our albums
https://www.meetup.com/Pro-Am-Photography-and-Models/photos/
Click 'CREATED' to see galleries in chronological order
Photographers should please share their fave 10 images here, edited, within 2 weeks of a model shoot, and not keep models wondering ... thank you.
Better not to RSVP or attend, if you are unable to post images for the models.
HOWEVER Post processing assistance is gladly provided for you, just ask for a 1-1 zoom editing class with Britt.
BRITT has been a professional teacher since the 80's - as well as a model internationally - so she understands both sides of camera. Britt is available to assist the members - before, during and after all events.
''BRITT is able to create the scenarios for better model and photographer participation and images''.
Britt shares knowledge and skills - Pro coaching for models and photographers at events is available, or can be arranged separately.
The published shoot or class 'fee' is for Members Only, with cameras please.
Pro-Am is based on Oceanside CA and personally orientated, so beginners & professionals - just request an event date to suit you.
Input from all members is expected, so activities to suit your interests (shoots classes or get togethers) can be arranged to work for your schedule.
Classes
Classes for directing and posing, photo editing & retouching are still online, by request! Also shooting models, lighting, composition, even wedding shoot organization classes are in person.
Models can ALWAYS attend any shoot dressed in ANY style they want ... TRY pairing with any designer, or hitting a Thrift store, It's all good.
Models can have 3/4 looks, if time allows. Membership is less than $30 for a whole year!
IMAGES :
Images are edited and posted here (high res) in our private gallery for you
1 - 14 days after shooting, for your approval ... and we delete whatever you don't like... Just type NOT MY FAVE on an image if you want it deleted for ever
Prints - most larger edits are suitable for printing as posted and FREE from some photographers. Others may post smaller images or charge for a print / print worthy edited large file. I charge for portfolio photographic prints or mounted wall prints, 8x10. 11x14. 12x18. up to 30x40 using the best lab in the country.
CREDITS: All images should be credited to the photographer who posts it (and Pro-Am, with a link) if posted elsewhere please. Remember to note Make up and Hair professionals on an image to credit whenever applicable.
MODELS Your membership is optional. If you have it, (it's only $27 for 12 months) you are granted (and retain) the RIGHT to approve or 'veeto' any of the images any of us shoot and receive models coaching or shoots to suit your wishes.
Kids of our model and photog members (12 and under) can come shoot FREE at any All Ages event.
Teen children should please become members.
$27 membership is an annual donation is welcome from ALL models who want to contribute - and appropriate 14 days after you shoot with us IF you want to to stay in the group!
MINORS: 13 - 18 years who come to model should pay the shoot fee, first time out, and become a member, with parents involvement. (Children under 13 can pose free for images with us). A custodial parent must attend to oversee and to sign a Non Commercial model release.
Coaching is all free if you are a member, over 18, or under 13.
Minors 13-18 should pay the event price to participate.
Pro model coaching may be available FREE on shoots. Even better, classes to help you pose and be clued up, can be set up for you, upon request i(n person and on ZOOM).
MUAs / Hairstylists receive FREE membership. Request a shoot theme to suit your book, Britt can arrange it. Models can be as extraordinary and fantastic as your vision as a make up artist or hair stylist. Bring your fave faces - or we will find models for you.
PHOTOGRAPHERS: All Styles are welcome, all levels of expertise.
Non Commercial shooting TFCD in most events.
Self promotion and publishing is OK.
Image sales to a third party are not, unless model agrees in writing / on your own release.
Membership is only $26 fee annually. Members can then enjoy a range of events upon request: photoshoots and lighting classes with models, unlimited 1-1 classes online...
Dues $26 are due within first week - unless you wish to leave the group
or become An Organizer and run sessions.
ORGANISERS
Want to organize a shoot, or a class yourself? DM BRITT to ask about becoming an organizer.
We have RULES: Because the personal well being of all our models is paramount.
SO Pro-Am Photographers must have a photo of their face, and links, on their profile so that models can recognize and find the photographers work if they want to.
FEES: Please send dues via Pay Pal to Britt@expressionunlimitedphotography.com
DISCOUNTS: Prior to 24 hours of the shoot there is always a price reduction already in effect.
Assistants can come free, without any camera.
On the ''day-of'' cost of participation in the event may go up $5-$15, or participation may not be available.
Please give a least 24 hours notice if you intend coming or cannot attend.
REFUNDS - Are available only if event is cancelled or if you do not like the models / choose not to shoot. More than 24 hours notice is required if you need to cancel.
CANCELLATIONS: When you RSVP you are confirming a shoot.
Event info including meeting locations etc is posted and can be clarified or adjusted in advance of any event.
We can provide a refund with a minimum 24 hours notice.
Your fee can always be returned or applied to another event if sufficient notice is received or an event is changed by us.
No shows will NOT be refunded and may be removed from the group.