In this episode of Cameras & Catwalks, your hosts, a Las Vegas-based photographer/videographer and a professional model and runway coach, we’re breaking down when “collaborating for content” crosses the line into exploitation, why models hurt their own brand by oversaturating their feeds, and how most TFP shoots are better kept off the public grid. We also talk about when it’s perfectly okay to say, “don’t tag me,” the need for photographers to handle constructive criticism and compromise, and the growing pressure on models to double as influencers, whether they want to or not. It’s a real, unfiltered look at how to protect your work, your image, and your sanity in this industry.

Topics We Cover:

• When “collaborating for content” crosses the line into exploitation
• How models can oversaturate their own brand by posting too much
• Why most TFP shoots shouldn’t even be on your public feed
• When it’s absolutely okay to say, “don’t tag me”
• Why photographers must learn to take constructive criticism and compromise
• The growing pressure on models to be influencers and how to navigate it

Whether you're just getting started or you're a few years into your creative journey, this episode is packed with real talk and thoughtful perspective on how to protect your peace, your brand, and your long game in this industry. Don’t forget to like, comment, and subscribe for more industry insight from both sides of the catwalk.

In this episode of Cameras & Catwalks, your hosts, a Las Vegas-based photographer/videographer and a professional model and runway coach, we explore how some models lean on filters instead of refining their real look and skills, why being “pretty” isn’t the same as having a marketable look, and how that difference can make or break opportunities in this industry. We also dig into the red flags that separate true professional photographers from those simply using a camera as a way to be around women. It’s a candid conversation aimed at helping both models and creatives elevate their standards, trust their instincts, and approach their careers with more awareness and intention.

Topics We Cover:

• Are some models relying too much on filters instead of refining their look and craft?

• The difference between a marketable look and just being "pretty".

• Knowing when someone is an actual photographer versus someone with a camera looking for a "reason" to shoot with women.

Whether you're just getting started or you're a few years into your creative journey, this episode is packed with real talk and thoughtful perspective on how to protect your peace, your brand, and your long game in this industry. Don’t forget to like, comment, and subscribe for more industry insight from both sides of the catwalk.

In this episode of Cameras & Catwalks, your hosts, a Las Vegas-based photographer/videographer and a professional model and runway coach, we’re sitting down to get real about what photographers wish models understood, and what models need photographers to recognize, too. From packing the right model bag to navigating red-flag clients, this is the episode that everyone on set needs to hear. We also talk about why confidence beats perfection every single time, and how showing up with the right mindset can make or break a shoot or show.

Topics We Cover:

• Things photographers want models to know (and vice-versa, things models want photographers to know).
• What to always bring to set or a show (a solid model bag).
• Why confidence beats perfection every time, and mental prep/mindset tips before stepping on the runway.
• Signs that a project may not be worth the hassle (and when to say no to a potential client).

Whether you're just getting started or you're a few years into your creative journey, this episode is packed with real talk and thoughtful perspective on how to protect your peace, your brand, and your long game in this industry. Don’t forget to like, comment, and subscribe for more industry insight from both sides of the catwalk.

In this episode of Cameras & Catwalks, your hosts, a Las Vegas-based photographer/videographer and a professional model and runway coach, are getting honest about what it means to speak up in the modeling industry without being reckless, messy, or unprofessional. From handling agency drama to addressing negativity in the Las Vegas creative scene, we’re giving you the tools to stand up for yourself while keeping your brand and reputation strong.

Topics We Cover:

• Why bashing an agency online can hurt your career more than help it.
• How to speak your truth and share your experience with professionalism and power.
• The changes we want to see in the Las Vegas model industry and how we can build a stronger community.
• How to respond to haters, criticism, and people who downplay your vision.
• The difference between being “messy” and being real, and how to tell which side of the line you’re on.
• Why standing up for yourself doesn't mean burning every bridge in sight.

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Whether you're just getting started or you're a few years into your creative journey, this episode is packed with real talk and thoughtful perspective on how to protect your peace, your brand, and your long game in this industry. Don’t forget to like, comment, and subscribe for more industry insight from both sides of the catwalk.

In this episode of Cameras & Catwalks, your hosts, a Las Vegas-based photographer/videographer and a professional model and runway coach, sit down and dive deep into the emotional and practical side of modeling, because looking the part is only half the battle.

Topics We Cover:

• How to handle rejection in the modeling and fashion industry without losing your confidence.
• Do you need more practice, or a runway coach? How to tell the difference and why it matters.
• What models can learn by watching themselves walk on video (and how photographers can help).

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Whether you're an aspiring model or a working creative, this episode will help you navigate the mental, emotional, and technical sides of growing in the industry. Don’t forget to like, comment, and subscribe for more industry insight from both sides of the catwalk.

In this episode of Cameras & Catwalks, your hosts, a Las Vegas-based photographer/videographer and a professional model and runway coach, sit down to share everything you need to know to thrive in the fashion world, whether you're in front of the camera or behind it.

We dive deep into some of the most important (but often overlooked) parts of being successful in fashion shows and castings:

Topics We Cover:

• what to do (and NOT do) at a casting call

• how to mentally and emotionally prepare for a fashion show

• what every model should have in their model bag

• how photographers and videographers prep to shoot runway events

• when it's okay for a model to walk for free and when it's not worth it

• real tips for walking in heels with confidence and control

Whether you’re strutting down the catwalk or capturing it through the lens, this episode brings both perspectives to the table, so you can walk smarter, prep better, and build your brand with purpose.

In this episode of Cameras & Catwalks, we’re pulling back the curtain on some of the biggest red flags in the modeling industry. From the truth about signing with modeling agencies to why we don’t fully support IMTA (International Modeling and Talent Association), this is a must-watch for aspiring and working models who want to protect their careers and keep their power.We also dive into a hot-button issue in the fashion world: why models should be getting PAID to walk the runway. If you've ever been asked to walk for “exposure” or had doubts about that flashy agency pitch, this one's for you.

Hosted by a Las Vegas-based photographer/videographer and a model/runway coach, this podcast is all about real talk for creatives in front of and behind the camera.

👇 Share your experience, have you been burned by a modeling agency or asked to pay thousands to "get discovered"?

In this debut episode of Cameras & Catwalks, a Las Vegas-based photographer/videographer and runway coach/model sit down to break down what really goes on behind the scenes of local fashion shows. We’re talking about two recent Las Vegas runway events, how to keep your game face when things don’t go perfectly on stage, and how models and photographers can build strong working relationships during a shoot.

Whether you're a model, creative, or just curious about the fashion industry, this episode gives you real talk, pro tips, and a lot of laughs from both sides of the lens.

👇 Drop a comment if you’ve ever had a runway mishap or worked with a photographer who brought out your best!