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Kevin W

Kevin W

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Website: Under Construction & Coming Eventually!
Username:carshaltonkev
Status:On-line
ID Number:122449
Member type:Photographer
City:Carshalton
Region:Surrey
Country:United Kingdom
Status:Amateur
Level:Experienced
Work Preference:Fitness Model
Stock Photo
Fashion
Runway
Print Magazine
Swimwear
Lingerie
Glamour
Hair
Topless
Date Joined:31 August 2007
Last Updated:15 May 2013
Last Login:19 May 2013
 
Experience:
Thanks for looking at my profile. You don't have to read all this- blah blah blah!

PLEASE NOTE THAT I AM OUT OF WORK WITH NO INCOME AT PRESENT SO I HAVE CUT BACK ON MODEL SHOOTS- FOR NOW. Unfortunately I also have a few health issues. Some days are better than others. This does not mean no shoots- just not so many. I have just done a shoot after a 6 month break.

My name is Kevin. I live in Carshalton in the South London/ Surrey area. Hence my user name. I usually travel to the model. I have seldom worked with models in the London or Surrey area. I try to avoid 500 mile round trips these days, except for very exceptional models!

I have a background in professional news (type) photography and I decided to try out taking model pics 6 years ago- in order to diversify, practice my photography, try to keep my skills sharp and (most important!) have some fun. I do not make any money out of photography these days. I just spend money on it! (Sooo sad!) I have done about 60 model shoots so far, with around 24 different models. I prefer to work outdoors. English weather permitting! 2012 was grim!

In no particular order (and whether you are interested or not!) to give you an idea of my taste, "famous" photographers whose work I like and admire include Bill Brandt, Ernst Haas, Man Ray, Henri Cartier-Bresson, Martin Parr, Bill Cunningham and Walker Evans. (None are on Purestorm, but then, only Martin and Bill are still alive!) And one I least like- Diane Arbus. Ugh!

I mainly work with semi-professional models with some experience. I usually pay around £20- 25 ph and work to a mild glamour level. I am not great at fashion photography, but I want to improve! £40 ph or £50 ph models are unfortunately out of my league. I do not shoot nude or "top shelf". You will not only get paid, you will also get emailed as many photos as you want for your portfolio. I expect to pay for models. Few things in life are free!

If you are a beginner model and look good, you're building a portfolio and you are interested in a FTP shoot, please contact me.

When I was a professional photographer (1995-7) I often worked with famous people. I was once filmed for 2 hours on a shoot by BBC2. (Edited down to about 3 minutes!) I did not work with models, but I had to make important people look their best. Model photography is a lot more fun than a day in the office! (Stating the obvious?!)

THIS IS A MINIMAL EDITING- MINIMAL AIRBRUSHING - NO PHOTOSHOP ZONE! I believe photos should be taken in a camera and not created on a computer. I do amend colours and exposures if I get them wrong, and I do use sharpening if they come out of the camera soft, but most of my images are untouched. If you insist on looking overedited, and want to look like a plastic barbie doll, I am not the photographer for you!

Please contact me if you are interested in doing a shoot. I am always looking to improve and try out new ideas and work with new models.
 
Comments:
SMALL PRINT! Chaperones. It is rare that models insist on chaperones being present at a shoot with me. But when they have, the models lack of comfort on the shoot has usually been apparent in the results. Worse is when the model is distracted or self-conscious because of the chaperone. I won't say chaperones are banned, but personally I don't think they are needed, especially not in a professional studio. If I am spending a lot of money on a studio shoot, I don't want the model being put off, distracted, or feeling uncomfortable. Hopefully my feedback says enough to reassure you that I am a serious photographer not a GWC. If I was a GWC, I would not have a preference for clothed shoots.

Pretty Please! I will do everything I can to turn up to an arranged shoot and turn up on time every time and I expect models to do likewise! I prefer models not to go out nightclubbing until 5 am (or drinking until they are sick!) the night before a shoot. Even if you do manage to get out of bed and turn up, you will be too tired and hung over to look your best- and my aim is to make you look as good as possible!

Models who blow me out for studio shoots with no prior notification and no good reason, leaving me to be moaned at by a peeved studio owner, as well as out of pocket with nothing to show for it, will not make me a happy bunny!

Reviews from other members

There are 23 positive recommendations for carshaltonkev Click here to read them all
Desira_1vs recommends carshaltonkev
Added by Desira_1vs on 12 October 2012, shoot arranged for October 2012

Had my first shoot with Kevin yesterday he is A very sweet, interesting gentleman. He was very professional and easy to work with. Hope to work with him again in the future. I would recommend Kevin to all models.
fionajane recommends carshaltonkev
Added by fionajane on 13 August 2012, shoot arranged for August 2012

Ive worked with Kevin a few times in the past, and we always get on so well and have fun while we shoot! This time we worked together at The Studio in the South Downs on my model day, which was great as we got to try out some different ideas using the different sets. I highly recommend working with Kevin, he is such a nice guy, and has taken some lovely shots of me!
SouthDowns recommends carshaltonkev
Added by SouthDowns on 11 August 2012, shoot arranged for August 2012

An absolute pleasure to welcome Kevin to the studio for Fiona Jane's studio day - someone I would call a real old-fashioned tog who arrived with a wonderful sense of humour that lasted right through the shoot. I will be delighted to welcome Kevin here any time and hope to see him again very soon.
Gazelle recommends carshaltonkev
Added by Gazelle on 25 July 2012, shoot arranged for July 2012

Had a great shoot with Kevin yesterday. Kevin is a true gentleman and lovely to work with. He made me feel very relaxed and kept me smiling the whole time. I would recommed any model to work with Kevin as you will feel totaly relaxed and be very happy with his natural results.
Cant wait to do some more images.
Gazelle
brightonblonde recommends carshaltonkev
Added by brightonblonde on 23 July 2012, shoot arranged for July 2012

Had my 3rd shoot with Kevin today after over a year or so since our last.
As usual Kevin turned up with his warming and friendly personality and I thoroughly enjoyed our beach shoot today down Brighton beach.
We achieved some beautiful shots on the rocks with the waves coming in and I as always really enjoyed his company.
True professional and a lovely man :)

Emma Louise
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Kevin W
Added: 15 May 2013
Title: Lisa Jane Ralph- Biker Babe
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Added: 14 May 2013
Title: Biker Babes
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Added: 19 April 2013
Title: Liz Mole
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Added: 19 April 2013
Title: Liz at work
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Model(s): lizmole
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Added: 30 September 2012
Title: Louisa in her Porsche
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Model(s): louisar
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Added: 30 September 2012
Title: Liz Mole- posing at work
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Model(s): lizmole
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Added: 18 September 2012
Title: Lizzie Mole
Model(s): lizmole
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Added: 31 August 2012
Title: Gazelle
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Model(s): Gazelle
Comments: 3
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Added: 06 August 2012
Title: Fi Fi Fone
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Model(s): fionajane
Comments: 1
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Added: 26 July 2012
Title: Gazelle
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Model(s): Gazelle
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Added: 29 April 2012
Title: Layla in Finchley
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Model(s): xlaylax
Comments: 1
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Added: 29 June 2011
Title: Wanna Ride?
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Model(s): louisamarie
Comments: 1
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Added: 28 June 2011
Title: Liz Mole- Hairdryer Treatment
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Model(s): lizmole
Comments: 3
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Added: 16 September 2009
Title: Laura
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Model(s): LMacfarlane
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Lingerie
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Added: 01 May 2013
Title: Louisa and BMW M3
Copyright: Kevin Willsher
Model(s): louisar
Comments: 1
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Added: 01 December 2012
Title: Sammi Jo
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Model(s): sammijo86
Comments: 1
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Added: 30 November 2012
Title: Desira Von Stow
Model(s): Desira_1vs
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Added: 09 October 2012
Title: Gazelle- Flash Cadillac Seat
Copyright: Kevin Willsher
Model(s): Gazelle
Comments: 2
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Added: 08 October 2012
Title: Lizzie Mole
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Model(s): lizmole
Comments: 2
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Added: 08 October 2012
Title: Lizzie Mole
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Model(s): lizmole
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Added: 08 October 2012
Title: Gazelle
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Model(s): Gazelle
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Added: 30 September 2012
Title: Louisa and Honda Fireblade
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Model(s): louisar
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Added: 30 September 2012
Title: Louisa and Porsche
Copyright: Kevin Willsher
Model(s): louisamarie
Comments: 2
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Added: 12 August 2012
Title: Fiona
Copyright: Kevin Willsher
Model(s): fionajane
Comments: 1
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Added: 04 April 2012
Title: Louisa BMW M3
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Model(s): louisar
Comments: 1
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Added: 07 February 2012
Title: Erin Leighton
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Model(s): ezzie
Comments: 2
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Added: 05 July 2010
Title: Heidi and Bookcase
Model(s): dual76
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Added: 04 July 2010
Title: Erin and Oven
Copyright: Kevin Willsher
Model(s): ezzie
Comments: 2
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Added: 02 May 2009
Title: Heidi on the Bed
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Model(s): dual76
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Added: 04 April 2009
Title: Heidi
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Model(s): dual76
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Glamour
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Added: 09 October 2012
Title: Gazelle Bathtime
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Model(s): Gazelle
Comments: 1
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Added: 27 September 2012
Title: Layla on Chaise Longue
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Model(s): asianmodel
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Added: 18 September 2012
Title: Erin Leighton
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Model(s): ezzie
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Added: 31 May 2011
Title: Faye
Model(s): FayeEvetteBetts
Comments: 1
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Added: 28 November 2010
Title: Liz Mole and Tree
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Model(s): lizmole
Comments: 2
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Added: 04 July 2010
Title: Emmaline Carpet
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Comments: 1
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Added: 14 June 2010
Title: See through Sammi
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Model(s): sammijo86
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Swimwear
Kevin W
Added: 27 August 2012
Title: Gazelle
Copyright: Kevin Willsher
Model(s): Gazelle
Comments: 2
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Added: 29 July 2010
Title: Liz Mole
Copyright: Kevin Willsher
Model(s): lizmole
Comments: 2
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Fashion
Kevin W
Added: 23 September 2012
Title: Heidi and Flint Wall
Model(s): dual76
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Added: 06 September 2012
Title: brightonblonde at Rottingdean
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Model(s): brightonblonde
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Portraiture
Kevin W
Added: 06 August 2012
Title: Fiona York
Copyright: Kevin Willsher
Model(s): fionajane
Comments: 1
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Added: 27 April 2012
Title: Layla in Finchley
Copyright: Kevin Willsher
Model(s): xlaylax
Comments: 1
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Added: 11 October 2009
Title: Heidi
Model(s): dual76
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