http://search.deviantart.com/?q=by:PortraitClub&section=today deviantART RSS for by:PortraitClub en-us Copyright 2009, deviantART.com Tue, 24 Nov 2009 00:49:46 PST deviantART.com http://blogs.law.harvard.edu/tech/rss http://s.deviantart.com/minish/widgets/apple-touch-icon-precomposed.png http://PortraitClub.deviantart.com/journal/28291062/ http://PortraitClub.deviantart.com/journal/28291062/ Wed, 11 Nov 2009 11:40:11 PST Submission Rules. To be read by all new members, and old ones too!

How many of you try new things within your art? Do you stick to what you are comfortable with, or do you try new things?

There is some stunning work here on dA, it's easy to forget it sometimes...


I adore the concept of this piece. I feel it wonderfully done, and very respectful...

I love the lighting of this shot... and she has beautiful curves!


And now some from our own members!


I adore the power of this shot...



This week has been a busy week for me... I have been dealing with the fallout from a girl being attacked on my campus. The beautiful art on dA never fails to che... ]]> =PortraitClub http://PortraitClub.deviantart.com/journal/28120389/ http://PortraitClub.deviantart.com/journal/28120389/ Tue, 03 Nov 2009 07:26:09 PST Submission Rules. To be read by all new members, and old ones too!

Hello All,

Those of you who have actually wandered onto my personal page will have realised that I have been quite unwell recently.

This coupled with my uni work has lead to a backlog of submissions and general admin stuff with the club. This isn't so good, so I am now getting some help. My good friend ~GaEv is going to be stepping in to give me a hand. You won't see much of him, but he's going to be working away in the background on submissions. (The important side of things!)

Do go say hey to him, he's a git... but he's a lovable git. Some of his writing and general comments make me laugh so much!


As for me, I am still working on getting better. I'm almost over the infection, but it messed up my immune system, and I just want to spend a lot of my time in bed... But that's not something I can do!

Thankyou for your continuing support!

Also, those of you who have never said 'hey', what's going on there? Be a bit more social!

Thanks,
Mike


]]> =PortraitClub http://PortraitClub.deviantart.com/journal/27818886/ http://PortraitClub.deviantart.com/journal/27818886/ Sat, 17 Oct 2009 15:29:05 PDT Submission Rules. To be read by all new members, and old ones too!

Firstly, let me thank Johannes (=HunterDest) for making the current avatar. Johannes has some pretty awesome photography, go take a look at these:



In other news, I am sorry I have been a little inactive and then uploading in batches. I know this can be annoying for you to go through... but it's the only way at the moment. This last week I have had lectures every day, and then meetings every evening. What with work and sleep, I've struggled to fit in play! The club wasn't at the top of the list

I hope you can forgive me

We have had some beautiful submissions, these are my favourites at the moment:


Produces some the most stunning work. Do take a few minutes to really go look. It's more than worth it

And that's not all! Over this weekend you will be seeing new, beautiful submissions from , and many others!

Do keep an eye on the submissions, and promote the club! Please do add the club to your signature

See you all around,
Mike

]]> =PortraitClub http://PortraitClub.deviantart.com/journal/27341638/ http://PortraitClub.deviantart.com/journal/27341638/ Mon, 21 Sep 2009 15:46:38 PDT Submission Rules. To be read by all new members, and old ones too!

Hey all,

I am sorry I have been absent for the last week. Having the worst couple of weeks, but should be back to the club at the weekend/early next week.

Thanks for understanding,
Mike

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Affiliated Clubs:

=PortraitClub http://PortraitClub.deviantart.com/journal/27173946/ http://PortraitClub.deviantart.com/journal/27173946/ Sat, 12 Sep 2009 16:17:05 PDT Submission Rules. To be read by all new members, and old ones too!

So, my first full week has come and gone. I can say, without a shadow of a doubt, that I've already managed to upset/annoy at least one person with my new rules. Gotta love when you have an effect!

The rule that seems to be causing issue is the one where I am blocking people long enough to remove the favourites they have of the club submissions. (It's only for a few seconds)... I am then contacting the person involved, stating they have been blocked for a second, and that they can rewatch the club if they choose.

Now, my message may be brusque, but I didn't think it was threatening, as one deviant did! Do note, most people have responded well...

I'd like your opinion, should I just message people asking them to remove the favourite (which people don't seem to do), or do I carry on with my system, where I remove the club submissions from their favourites for them?

Personally, I like my system. It makes sure the image is removed from their favourites, and makes them aware of the rules. I just want to make sure that you guys get the recognition you all deserve.

I've also realised that out of the 600 odd people watching the club, only about 60 of you read and respond to the journal(even if it is just clicking the poll). That's a shame...

I am moving into uni this next week, so submissions may be a bit slower for a bit. But, in a couple of weeks or so, maybe we can look into having some competitions. If anyone has ideas, do tell.

As there have been a lot of submissions this week, I am going to feature some of my favourites...






On another note, take a look at , it's a great club, working to give deserving deviants brilliant comments. Now, are you deserving deviants?

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Affiliated Clubs:

http://PortraitClub.deviantart.com/journal/27066750/ Mon, 07 Sep 2009 03:55:11 PDT The new submission rules.

As the title suggests, these are the submission rules. These rules overrule all previous rules, and are the guidelines the club will follow from this point onwards.

There will now be two ways to submit to the club. I will get on to that in a moment.

The big change is that all submissions will now be added to the club gallery, and not just the club favourites.




Submission method one
Send a note entitled 'submission' to the club, with a thumbnail of the image you want submitted, with the following text:

_{'I give permission to portraitclub to submit this image to the club gallery. I do not forfeit my ownership or rights over this image/work, but grant portraitclub a limited license to display my work in the previously stated manner, as well as in journals and news articles within deviantArt'}

If you do not copy and paste that text into your submission request; your submission cannot, and will not, be accepted. This is to keep the club within the rules, and to protect your rights over your own work.





Submission method two
The second method of submission is for those of you who wish to have greater protection on your work. You edit your image to include a watermark stating that it is a club submission, and then you e-mail the edited submission to portraitclub@hotmail.co.uk .

As with the note submission system, you also have to include the following:

_{'I give permission to portraitclub to submit this image to the club gallery. I do not forfeit my ownership or rights over this image/work, but grant portraitclub a limited license to display my work in the previously stated manner, as well as in journals and news articles within deviantArt'}

If you do not copy and paste that text into your submission request; your submission cannot, and will not, be accepted. This is to keep the club within the rules, and to protect your rights over your own work.

When submitting my e-mail, please include your dA user-name and a link to the original image. This is vital, as without this information we cannot link back to you.





What is accepted?

This isn't really changing from how it has always been, because this works fine as it has been. I am only changing what I think needs changing, not for the sake of changing things!

All subjects must be human.
All forms of high quality portraiture are accepted.
Artistic nude is accepted. Please note, the use of the word 'artistic'. This is up to my discretion, and my word is final. Decisions are not debatable.
The subject must be the main focus of the image.
The image must show at least half the face and at least one eye. The eye may be open or closed.
The face most be in focus. Soft focus is fine; a blurred face will not be considered a portrait.
Submissions may be photographs, drawings or digital art.
http://PortraitClub.deviantart.com/journal/27014928/ Fri, 04 Sep 2009 12:52:56 PDT Submission Guideliness: [link]

Hello all,

I feel it is time to introduce myself, and start discussing my views for the continuation of the club. There may be some changes, but I want your opinions before I move on with them. Before we get to that, let me tell you about myself. _{It won't be long, I promise!}

As you all probably know, my name is Mike Goulty. I am nineteen, and I am a student of sociology, currently studying for my degree in London. When not studying, I volunteer my time with children. I've worked in three schools, special programs for children, and as a Beaver Scout leader.

When not doing that stuff, I am running my own small e-bay business; and looking for work that does not clash with other commitments in London.

I love photography, I am an amateur; but I love what I do. Currently, I am moving into wedding photography... but I've been lazy and only secured one booking... :shame:

I imagine that's enough about me! If you want to know something, ask. I love to talk to new people, and I am always up for a debate! Be warned, I used to debate at competition!

Right, onto the important stuff.

Firstly, I want to apologise to those I have not said hello to yet. I did the first hundred or so watchers, before dA decided I was spamming and would not let me send any more messages. Say hey here, I'd love to meet you all!

I want to change the icon for the club. I have already had feedback from the community saying it needs changing. The thing is; I am rubbish with that kind of thing. If someone wants to make us one, it would be appreciated! See who can make the best, you will get a feature out of it!

The next thing I have been thinking about, is how the club is seen around dA. At the moment, it's not seen as much as it deserves, and as much as you deserve. I want the club to be in a better position within the dA community, and for that to happen we need to be noticed. I want your art to be better promoted. To do this, I will be writing reasonably regular news articles, featuring new deviants and the like.

One change I am considering is changing how we submit. A lot of the bigger clubs submit submissions to their gallery, so they come up in the recently submitted on the front page. This seems to draw in more viewers, thus meaning your art is better seen. Of this course, this does have problems, especially with people faving the club and not the original owner, but we can write under the image not to do so, with a link a link to the original, and disable comments. What do you think? Do you want this change? I will be submitting a poll to ask this, please go and vote.

I want the club to be the best it can be. If you have a suggestion for anything, do say. Promote the club in your journals, in your signature. Make the club as big as it can be... it only helps you and other members get seen!

Thanks,
Mike


Oh, these are this weeks submissions (I am still working out my own system, so this may be at a different time in the week than before/that I had said...)

=PortraitClub http://PortraitClub.deviantart.com/journal/26969793/ http://PortraitClub.deviantart.com/journal/26969793/ Wed, 02 Sep 2009 02:06:06 PDT Submission Guideliness: [link]

Hi everyone

It gives me great pleasure to welcome Mike Goulty as the new Portrait Club Administrator.

Mike has very kindly agreed to take over the running of this Club. Please be patient during the transition; Submissions are now open.

In the meantime please check out Mike's gallery. Here are some of my favourites.



Thank you to everyone for your support during my term as administrator.

Kind regards
Morgana

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Meanwhile here are this week's fantastic submissions...

http://PortraitClub.deviantart.com/journal/26883121/ Fri, 28 Aug 2009 19:55:36 PDT Submission Guideliness: [link]

Hi everyone

I have very much enjoyed my time this year running the portrait Club but it is time for me to move on. So I'm looking for volunteers to take over this awesome Club. If you are interested please drop me a note here.

* Please note: Due to other time commitments, all submissions and new memberships are currently suspended. *

Kind regards
Morgana

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Meanwhile here are this week's fantastic submissions...

http://PortraitClub.deviantart.com/journal/26727413/ Fri, 21 Aug 2009 05:15:05 PDT Submission Guideliness: [link]

Here are this week's submissions...

Images of the Week:



Submissions:

=PortraitClub http://PortraitClub.deviantart.com/journal/26457913/ http://PortraitClub.deviantart.com/journal/26457913/ Sun, 09 Aug 2009 02:47:10 PDT Submission Guideliness: [link]

Please take the time to read the Club Submission Guidelines before submitting your work. Thank you.

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ART THEFT AND COPYRIGHT INFRINGEMENT WILL NOT BE TOLERATED IN THIS CLUB.

You probably all know by now that art theft and copyright infringement is something that I feel very passionate about.

Art theft and copyright infringement includes manipulating someone else's photograph or image without asking first.

So no, you don't manipulate their image and then ask them if they like it. You do the right thing and ask permission first.

The Portrait Club has a one-strike policy regarding Art Theft and Copyright Infringement. You do it once, and you're out.

This includes:

- images that you submit to the Club;

- images that you do not submit to the Club but are still uploaded to your Gallery.

-Please note this also includes Avatars.

If your avatar contains an image that you do not have permission from the copyright holder to use [i.e. a photograph of a famous person that you did not take yourself] you will be politely asked to change your avatar. If you decide to decline your membership to this Club will be withdrawn.

Yes I am getting tough. Just because no one else seems to care doesn't make it right.

The Buck Stops Here!




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Salute to JeannieBlue =PortraitClub http://PortraitClub.deviantart.com/journal/26269313/ http://PortraitClub.deviantart.com/journal/26269313/ Thu, 30 Jul 2009 05:02:27 PDT Submission Guideliness: [link]

Please take the time to read the Club Submission Guidelines before submitting your work. Thank you.



Mainstream or something a little left of centre?

Last weekend I had the pleasure of working on a maternity shoot for a friend. We shot a lot of lovely portrait shots and then decided to be silly and have a little fun.



So tell me: when you are shooting formal portraits, are the images mainly mainstream? Of do you like to try something a little different?

Personally I think taking risks with your work is important. Even if the image doesn't work out the way you want it to, you still win. Taking chances is important to improve and flex your artistic muscles.

So please drop me a note and share with me the images that you took a risk on; tell me what you were aiming for, did it turn out the way you wanted it to, did you like the way it turned out, and most importantly what you learnt. These little nuggets will be included in a future journal. :excite:

Kind regards
Morgana
Club Administrator





Here are this week's submissions...

Images of the Week:

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Submissions:

=PortraitClub http://PortraitClub.deviantart.com/journal/26156084/ http://PortraitClub.deviantart.com/journal/26156084/ Fri, 24 Jul 2009 17:37:58 PDT Submission Guideliness: [link]

Hi Everyone

As well as this week's fabulous submissions, here are some sketching advice from the lovely and very talented ~RoseThorn33. Enjoy!



Sketching with

When Sketching portraits in graphite or charcoal, it is easiest to limit the amount of detail you spend on the sketch and instead layout the places where the darkest shades will be and then where the lighting is placed.



The face is always a good place to start because it is important to make your drawing look like the person in the reference photo. Even if there is no reference, the face requires concentration and attention to detail so drawing the more difficult part first is good practice and will determine whether you want to continue with the drawing or start again.

You can buy blending tools at art supply stores but I prefer to use cotton balls and cotton swabs to blend. Graphite (pencils) are lighter than charcoal and cannot make the same intense black colors, but they are also easier to erase and control when blending. Consider both mediums when starting and look at the reference photo.



If the reference has very dark shadows, the charcoal may work better. Although choosing to work in charcoal from a photo that has bright lighting may change the entire look of the person; in that case, go with graphite.

Good luck on your next portraits!




Here are this week's submissions...

Images of the Week:

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Submissions:

http://PortraitClub.deviantart.com/journal/26020058/ Sat, 18 Jul 2009 05:29:20 PDT Submission Guideliness: [link]

Welcome to our new members and thank you for everyone's fantastic submissions this week.

Alas I had to decline several submissions this week. Just a kindly reminder that to meet the DA Submission Guidelines on Nude photography, all subjects must be under two years or over 17 years of age.

And for the purposes of this Club all subjects must be 18 years or older.

This week no special theme, but please make sure that your images meet the Club's guidelines as the number that don't is starting to creep up again. If you're image isn't included in the weekly submission, check the Club guidelines to ensure it met them all before writing to ask why it was omitted.


Here are this week's submissions...

Images of the Week:

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Submissions: BW Portraits

<... ]]> =PortraitClub http://PortraitClub.deviantart.com/journal/25873827/ http://PortraitClub.deviantart.com/journal/25873827/ Sat, 11 Jul 2009 05:03:32 PDT Submission Guideliness: [link]

Hi to all you wonderfully talented people!

In our recent poll there seemed to be quite a few people who would like to see artistic nudes accepted in the club. Under the current guidelines: "Artistic nudes will be accept at the sole discretion of the administrator." The reasons you don't see any is that no one submit them.

So for next week's submissions, the two themes are: Artistic Nudes or BW Portraits. Images that do not fall into one of these two categories will be declined. [And will really show who reads the journals and who doesn't! ]

Please note: All subjects of artistic nudes or implied nudes MUST be at least 18 years of age. Artistic nudes will be accept at the sole discretion of the administrator. All decisions are final.

I look forward to seeing your submissions in either category.

In the meantime here are this week's amazing and outstanding submissions! [You guys & gals seriously rock! ]


Images of the Week:

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Submissions:

http://PortraitClub.deviantart.com/journal/25741743/ Sat, 04 Jul 2009 20:00:57 PDT Submission Guideliness: [link]

Thank you to all the loyal club members who took the time to read the last journal and poll, and leave their feedback. I greatly appreciate it.

Look out for tutorials, interviews and special features in the coming weeks. Meanwhile here are this week's amazing submissions!

Image of the Week:

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Submissions:

http://PortraitClub.deviantart.com/journal/25482630/ Mon, 22 Jun 2009 20:19:21 PDT Submission Guideliness: [link]

We all have very busy lives, and time is the one very important resource that once gone we can never get back again. Since I took over running this club I have put a lot of time and effort into creating a Club that is supportive of members and their art. I understand that not everyone has the time or inclination to support the Club in return.

So here's the deal. Instead of trying to be all things to all members, I've decided it's time to get tough, and concentrate on the loyal members who support the Club with their regular submissions, comments and feedback. You know who you are.

Loyal Members, what do you want from the Club? Member features? Tutorials? Discussions? Please leave a comment on this journal to let me know.


In the meantime there will be some changes in the way the Club operates:

- If you wish to stay in the Club, please send me a note letting me know by June 30th. At this time the membership list will be cleared and started again.

If you have only joined within the last four weeks or are an Affiliated Club you don't need to do this.

- Submissions will still be included in the journal, but only images of the week and outstanding work will be .

- Submissions will now be limited to one per week per member. Please only submit your very best work.

- Please ensure that your submissions meet the Submission Guidelines before you send them. Submissions that do not meet the Guidelines will be deleted without comment.


This changes will probably ruffle a few feathers, but it's time to get tough. I would rather support and promote a small number of dedicated artists who take the time to do the right thing.

Thank you to everyone for their support and I look forward to continuing this wonderful journey.

Kind regards
Morgana
Club Administrator

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http://PortraitClub.deviantart.com/journal/25481853/ Mon, 22 Jun 2009 19:38:02 PDT Submission Guideliness: [link]

I'm very pleased to present the second installment in the Portrait Club's Mini Features.



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Hello! I'm Timothy, well it's rather obvious isn't it. From my user and all
I'm a photojournalist with my nation's military magazine, Pioneer Magazine, while serving my national service. I'm also the founder of Talent-Scope
I particularly loved this picture of the Officer Cadets throwing their peak caps during their commissioning parade because of the whole atmosphere given. It had poured so heavily in the afternoon, yet it stopped right before the parade commenced. As a result, the evening sky was thrown into a beautiful Golden-Blue Hue - A perfect way to commission over 200 officers that day. To top it off, there was even a double rainbow later on! The looks on the faces of the cadets show pure thrill in completing a grueling one year of training, marking them now as leaders to lead others.



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Hey guys! My name is Mara and i'm from Switzerland(no prejudices please, there aren't just mountains and cows here ). My biggest hobby is of course: photography. Until now, most of my pictures contain flowers, but I'd love to make more portraits! I'm just afraid of asking people to be my model The only exception is my little brother(who's on this picture). I love his expression here. He was a bit annoyed that i was taking pictures of him and i think you can see that



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I'm one of the many italian girls that lately has fallen in love with photography and my dream is to become a professional photographer someday. This is my fav picture because in my opinion it holds the two most important features that a picture should have: it's a portrait and it's spontaneous. I like to walk around and find the right moment to take a picture, obviously only if the s... ]]> =PortraitClub http://PortraitClub.deviantart.com/journal/25334566/ http://PortraitClub.deviantart.com/journal/25334566/ Mon, 15 Jun 2009 17:30:22 PDT Submission Guideliness: [link]

I'm very pleased to present the first installment in the Portrait Club's Mini Features.



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I'm Amanda and photography is really just a hobby for me. This is one of my favorite photos because it captures the moment so well. To me, especially considering she (my daughter) is turning 9 this year it also captures the fleeing nature and innocence of childhood.



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I'm Jean, Jeannie if yer nasty. I'm a photographer from Long Island, New York (say it: Lawn Guyland, New Yawk) who is usually her own worst enemy. That being said, this is probably my favorite recent image that I have shot. The model, Jenelle, was amazing to work with, and she just nailed ever pose perfectly. Together we created an image that I look at time and time again and think, Did I really do that? I cannot wait to work with Jenelle again, but for now this is a testament to our superb team-work.



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I'm not used to talking about myself, but I'll try. I am a teenage girl from Romania who is in love with photography, both analogue and digital. I usually do portraits because I love human nature and everything that relates to it. I chose this image because I feel 'black and white' at the moment and also because it represents the innocence and sensuality that can hide in a girl's body.



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Hello! I am a young traditional artist from the United States who loves to work with a variety of mediums in many genres. Most of my artwork comes from portraits or fantasy. T... ]]> =PortraitClub http://PortraitClub.deviantart.com/journal/25296478/ http://PortraitClub.deviantart.com/journal/25296478/ Sat, 13 Jun 2009 18:48:29 PDT Submission Guideliness: [link]

Here are the latest fabulous Club submissions!

[And don't forget, all images must be submitted as thumbnails]

Images of the Week:

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Submissions:

http://PortraitClub.deviantart.com/journal/25147125/ Fri, 05 Jun 2009 16:21:00 PDT Submission Guideliness: [link]

I really enjoy receiving Club submissions and really look forward to them. Unfortunately a growing number of them don't meet the Club Submission Guidelines [below].

In the past I have replied to each one, letting the artist know that their image has not been accepted. As of today I won't be doing this anymore; it takes up far too much time. If you image doesn't appear in the weekly submission before you jump in and send me a note asking why, stop and think. Did you meet all the guidelines? Did you send submitted it as a thumbnail?

If after reviewing your image and guidelines you still don't understand why it was not included, then send me a note with the subject: "Submission Query" and include in the note a thumbnail of the image you are asking about. Only notes in this format will be answered.

I spend a lot of time and energy running this club. Help me to promote your work by doing the right thing.

And to the majority of members who consider the guidelines when submitting their images, your thoughtfulness is greatly appreciated.

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What kind of images can I submit?

This criteria are for the purposes of Club submission only.

1. All subjects must be human.

2. The subject must be the main focus of the image.

3. The image must show at least half the face and at least one eye. The eye may be open or closed.

4. The face most be in focus. Soft focus is fine; a blurred face will not be considered a portrait.

5. Submissions may be photographs, drawings or digital art.

6. Images that have been retouched are fine; however photographic manipulations will be declined as there are many other wonderful clubs more suited for this art genre.

7. Artistic nudity will be accept at the sole discretion of the administrator.

8. No gore, violence or ideologically sensitive images please.

Images that do not fit this criteria will not be accepted.

Members may only submit images that their own copyright to, or have permission to use [for example a model who is in the photograph may have permission from the photographer to post on DA].


Here are some examples of images that meet the Club's criteria:



Here are some examples of images that do not meet the Club's criteria:



All images are accepted at the Club's Discretion. Please note decisions are final and not open to debate.

http://PortraitClub.deviantart.com/journal/24934602/ Mon, 25 May 2009 00:44:47 PDT Submission Guideliness: [link]

Are you a photographer who shoots models? Or a model who works with photographers?

Here are two articles you might find helpful:


Shoot organisation plus being an awesome person [Or how to be a photographer models want to work with]: [link]


Being a model photographers want to work with: [link]

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Here are the latest fabulous Club submissions!

[And don't forget, all images must be submitted as thumbnails]

Images of the Week:

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Submissions:

http://PortraitClub.deviantart.com/journal/22741715/ Thu, 30 Jul 2009 04:38:14 PDT

I'm receiving lots of questions regarding club submissions, so here are the guidelines again to help clarify.

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How To Join:

- Just send us a note with "Join" in the subject line.
- Add us to your devwatch list.
- And add our avatar to your clubs list on your front page.


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How To Submit Images:

[link]

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What kind of images can I submit?

This criteria are for the purposes of Club submission only.

1. All subjects must be human.

2. The subject must be the main focus of the image.

3. The image must show at least half the face and at least one eye. The eye may be open or closed.

4. The face most be in focus. Soft focus is fine; a blurred face will not be considered a portrait.

5. Submissions may be photographs, drawings or digital art.

6. Images that have been retouched are fine; however photographic manipulations will be declined as there are many other wonderful clubs more suited for this art genre.

7. Artistic nudity will be accept at the sole discretion of the administrator.

8. Any person who is the subject of artistic nudity must be at least 18 years or older.

9. No gore, violence or ideologically sensitive images please.


Images that do not fit this criteria will not be accepted. If your image has not been accepted, please check it again these guidelines before sending the Club a note asking why it has not been included in the journal.


Members may only submit images that their own copyright to, or have permission to use [for example a model who is in the photograph may have permission from the photographer to post on DA].


Here are some examples of images that meet the Club's criteria:



Here are some examples of images that do not meet the Club's criteria:

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