What is a model comp card?

Front of Model Comp Card

A guide to model comp cards, including what they are, what information they contain, whether they are still used, and how they differ from modeling digitals.

How REAL is Bravo TV’s Real Housewives?

Black and white portrait of D'Andra Simmons

A behind-the-scenes look at my experience photographing D’Andra Simmons during filming of The Real Housewives of Dallas—and how the finished episode differed from what happened in my studio.

Marketing Photo Shoot for Dallas Actors

Actors jumping arm in arm

Improv Dallas Comedy Troupe Photo Shoot Dallas actress Wendy Pennington contacted me about creating marketing photos for a talented—and very funny—group of actors known as Improv Dallas Comedy Troupe, or ID Improv. I love working with actors. I love creating marketing photography. And a photo shoot where everyone is encouraged to be a little silly […]

A Fashion Photo Shoot with Maggie

Fashion Model Photoshoot Kelly Williams

A behind-the-scenes look at a Dallas studio model test with Maggie Vandiver Parks, including posing, movement, professional hair and makeup, and creating a variety of portfolio images in a short session.

Dallas Model Photography: A Natural-Light Shoot With Veda

Dallas Fashion Model

When I moved to Dallas in 2005, I began photographing fashion and lifestyle models represented by the Kim Dawson Agency. Those early model tests gave me an opportunity to experiment with lighting, styling, movement, and composition while working with experienced professional models. They were creative, fast-paced shoots—and an important part of developing my photography style. […]