6 Thou shalt not pass!

When working with models one simple rule will make everything a breeze: be respectful! Remember that the model is putting themselves out there, baring their soul on your behalf. If you’re shooting a friend the boundaries are whatever you’re both comfortable with, but with a professional model you need to keep a distance that allows them a personal space of their own. Discuss boundaries with the model beforehand. Having worked with Alana many times, I’m directing at pretty close quarters here, but I’m always professional and respectful.

As an art director with a camera, you have the freedom to motivate your model to interpret your sketches with depth