Post by Chris Hernandez on Feb 7, 2014 21:33:48 GMT -5
Hello Models!!!
This week was quite a tough week. So good job guys. Let's see the photos.
AARON ~ JAMAICA
Aaron: This is really neat! I like how you twisted the kickass costume into representing Jamaica. I'm not a fan that its just a head shot... I would've liked to see a full body shot for this shoot. I also dislike that you have a bloody lip and that the costume contains a face mask... I don't think people cheering at the Olympics would be wearing anything like that. It's a neat shot, but nothing spectacular... good luck!
Chris: When I saw Jamaica, I was expecting to see a full Kick-Ass costume and I'm not sure if it's going to work for a modeling competition. But you submitted this half in costume shot which I think is a great move from you. I love the idea behind this shot. Definitely can see Jamaica here. Great job, Aaron!!!
Jensen: I like this, but it's also weird. Which, that's fine. It's the side with the glass(es) that is bothering me most. I wish we could take those away. I really like the overall effect of this, just not sure I'm wow'd right atm.
DOUGLAS ~ FINLAND
Nico: I'm happy you decided to go with the one I suggested. I really like everything about this shot... The setting can definitely represent Finland in the winter... your jacket and pants are almost the same as the flags colours... and your red sweater is typical fashion trends over in northern Europe (and the hipster style in NA lol). Really well done!
Jensen: I didn't know that about the lumberjacks lol I like this. Your setting looks cold, and you're modeling as usual. I hope we'll see something different with your face soon but I do appreciate the variety in scenery. You're a great model that's for sure.
Chris: I didn't know about the lumberjacks too. Modelling wise, this is gorgeous. But I have a hard time to relate this to the country because it isn't visible enough. I think the snowy-setting and lumberjacks are just too general. But you're definitely modelling well here.
Chris: I thought this photo represent France lol... but Finland totally makes sense now
ERIC ~ HAWAII, USA
Nico: I definitely get the tropical hawaiian vibe from this shot... bamboo curtains, coconut drink, colourful clothes, etc. I dislike the quality of the shot.. its distracting.. I'd also like more eye contact. The smile is very creepy too. The theme connection is good, but the modelling isn't great. Good luck!
Jensen: Hawaii is it's own country? LOL I got Hawaii the second I looked at this, even though plaid doesn't make me think of Hawaii lol I do get the all American boy from this photo as well, which works for you. You look great. Quality is off, but I like your looks in this.
Chris: The quality bothers me a lot in this photo. But in term of the connection with your theme, it's very strong. I definitely can see Hawaii (USA) vibes from this photo. I love the styling and even the coconut helps me to relate to your photo. So good job
HUGH ~ AUSTRALIA
Nico: That flag is more like the Union Jack than it is Australian flag... The stars look fake on the flag you are sitting on... Aside from that, the shot is pretty decent.. the angle is a bit awkward, and the lighting is a bit bright on your face, but its not bad. It's not the worst this week, but its not the best. Good luck
Jensen: You look amazing, just not sure how I feel about this photo. You're a very good looking man, but your modeling isn't really top notch. Sitting on the flag doesn't necessarily do it for me. But, it's not a total disaster.
Chris: Yeah.. I don't get why you didn't choose UK as your country then I realized someone already picked UK. Too bad cause UK would fits better for this photo. The stars looks so weird. I like the way you look at the camera but overall, I think it's a little bit too safe.
MACKLEMORE ~ MEXICO
Nico: This is fantastic Macklemore! The setting, the horns, the outfit! I honestly have no complaints about this shot, except for that maybe the filter was unneeded. Aside from that I love it.. great job!
Chris: Last week, I thought that photo will be your best photo in this competition but you surprised me again with this. This is gorgeous, Mack.. The styling is perfect. The setting totally reflect Mexico to me. Amazing
Jensen: I like this a lot!!! I love the profile shot of course. I love your styling and setting and just everything. Quality not great, but who cares, the rest is.
MARK ~ CHILE
Nico: I like your attempt.. your description really helps too! This definitely looks like the chilean desert. The modelling is just alright... it feels too promotional and boring. There is no fashion value, and your face looks like a complete mixed bag of emotions. The theme isn't the strongest, but its there, so job well done in that aspect. Good luck!
Jensen: I am so glad you included an example photo. This works. I love your face here and your body as well. Not great at modeling, but you always look good for me. The amazing scenery connection is wonderful and I am so glad you found this.
Chris: This is where the explanation plays such an important role to get us understand on what you're trying to do. The example photo helps you a lot. I think you look great here but overall, it feels a little bit empty. There's too many empty spaces in that photo but overall I like it.
MICHAEL ~ UNITED KINGDOM
Nico: Definitely getting the bond vibes from this shot... the setting definitely looks European as well... maybe not UK looking... more so Italy or souther France. But this description does help this photo out, so I like the case you made. Modelling wise, i'm not a huge fan of your face or hair here... you need to relax your facial muscles lol. Other than that good job!
Jensen: I thought of James Bond right away lol Your face does look a bit on the really bad side, but the rest of the photo is really good. I love the scenery. Your pose is actually quite regal looking. I like.
Chris: I like this but I'm not loving it. It's a little bit too formal to me. But I totally get the relation between you and the country that you want to portray this round. The setting is great. Just work on the angle of your face a little bit. I don't see neck again from you. But overall, it's a good photo
PENN ~ CANADA
Nico: At first I was really confused when you said Canada and this very greenish picture appeared... your description definitely helps out a lot. Aspens are definitely prominent in the northern hemisphere including mostly Canada. The jacket could be for the cool weather as well (but Canada is not cold all year round! how dare...
)... the leaves are a bit of stretch, but I like that you mentioned it since Canada does contain a leaf on its flag. Modelling wise its pretty good... feels a little too claustrophobic but not too bad. Good luck!
Jensen: Yea, we're not ALWAYS cold here lol For me, this actually looked like it was shot outside of an apartment building in Toronto. Your pose is actually ok, I'm not bothered by you in this photo at all, but I am just not sure how Canadian it feels to me. I'm Canadian and I just don't totally get it.
Chris: I like this. Your explanation helps you a lot. I get 'Canada' vibes from this photo. Nice styling. I wish we could see the tree more. But overall, this is good. But be careful, sometimes good isn't enough
TOM H ~ IRELAND
Nico: I feel like the shot is a bit of stretch but your description sells it to me. I never knew crystals were so big in Ireland! Thanks for opening my eyes to a new part of my heritage. I dislike how dark the shot is, and your loki hair isn't doing it for me. I like that your eyes match the shawl? dress? The theme connection is there, the modelling is just soso. Good luck!
Jensen: I like quite a bit of this photo. I love the green, the crystal, the darkness, how cold it feels. The snow, your outfit. Your pose. I really really really hate your head though lol I didn't realize until this moment how HUGE your forehead is. I don't just mean high for a five head but wide as in Hey Arnold wideness lol wow lmfao
Chris: I love this. From your expression to the styling, I think you nailed it. I definitely can see Ireland in this photo. Great job, Tom. Keep it up!!!
USHER ~ ITALY
Nico: I'm not getting strong Italy vibes from this shot.. but Rome is known for its church, so the one connection is good. Bling and Adidas are not very italian. The lighting is definitely cool. I do wish the theme connection was stronger, as the modelling isn't very strong either... you could be in trouble this week. Good luck
Jensen: Now now Nico. Guidos dress trashy all the time. lol My uncle is Italian, his family came from Italy. They are much more classy than any Guido wannabe. Your bling and leather give you a Jersey Shore vibe. The church works for Italy. I'm not the biggest fan of this photo, although you look beautiful.
Chris: It's very hard for me to relate to this photo at first. The whole Roman Church and Pope thing didn't really convince me. But after Jensen starts to talk about Jersey Shore, that's make sense now. I think that's the way you should explain your photo. I'm not sure with the shadow on your face but I like this photo.
This week was quite a tough week. So good job guys. Let's see the photos.
AARON ~ JAMAICA
Aaron: This is really neat! I like how you twisted the kickass costume into representing Jamaica. I'm not a fan that its just a head shot... I would've liked to see a full body shot for this shoot. I also dislike that you have a bloody lip and that the costume contains a face mask... I don't think people cheering at the Olympics would be wearing anything like that. It's a neat shot, but nothing spectacular... good luck!
Chris: When I saw Jamaica, I was expecting to see a full Kick-Ass costume and I'm not sure if it's going to work for a modeling competition. But you submitted this half in costume shot which I think is a great move from you. I love the idea behind this shot. Definitely can see Jamaica here. Great job, Aaron!!!
Jensen: I like this, but it's also weird. Which, that's fine. It's the side with the glass(es) that is bothering me most. I wish we could take those away. I really like the overall effect of this, just not sure I'm wow'd right atm.
DOUGLAS ~ FINLAND
Nico: I'm happy you decided to go with the one I suggested. I really like everything about this shot... The setting can definitely represent Finland in the winter... your jacket and pants are almost the same as the flags colours... and your red sweater is typical fashion trends over in northern Europe (and the hipster style in NA lol). Really well done!
Jensen: I didn't know that about the lumberjacks lol I like this. Your setting looks cold, and you're modeling as usual. I hope we'll see something different with your face soon but I do appreciate the variety in scenery. You're a great model that's for sure.
Chris: I didn't know about the lumberjacks too. Modelling wise, this is gorgeous. But I have a hard time to relate this to the country because it isn't visible enough. I think the snowy-setting and lumberjacks are just too general. But you're definitely modelling well here.
Chris: I thought this photo represent France lol... but Finland totally makes sense now
ERIC ~ HAWAII, USA
Nico: I definitely get the tropical hawaiian vibe from this shot... bamboo curtains, coconut drink, colourful clothes, etc. I dislike the quality of the shot.. its distracting.. I'd also like more eye contact. The smile is very creepy too. The theme connection is good, but the modelling isn't great. Good luck!
Jensen: Hawaii is it's own country? LOL I got Hawaii the second I looked at this, even though plaid doesn't make me think of Hawaii lol I do get the all American boy from this photo as well, which works for you. You look great. Quality is off, but I like your looks in this.
Chris: The quality bothers me a lot in this photo. But in term of the connection with your theme, it's very strong. I definitely can see Hawaii (USA) vibes from this photo. I love the styling and even the coconut helps me to relate to your photo. So good job
HUGH ~ AUSTRALIA
Nico: That flag is more like the Union Jack than it is Australian flag... The stars look fake on the flag you are sitting on... Aside from that, the shot is pretty decent.. the angle is a bit awkward, and the lighting is a bit bright on your face, but its not bad. It's not the worst this week, but its not the best. Good luck
Jensen: You look amazing, just not sure how I feel about this photo. You're a very good looking man, but your modeling isn't really top notch. Sitting on the flag doesn't necessarily do it for me. But, it's not a total disaster.
Chris: Yeah.. I don't get why you didn't choose UK as your country then I realized someone already picked UK. Too bad cause UK would fits better for this photo. The stars looks so weird. I like the way you look at the camera but overall, I think it's a little bit too safe.
MACKLEMORE ~ MEXICO
Nico: This is fantastic Macklemore! The setting, the horns, the outfit! I honestly have no complaints about this shot, except for that maybe the filter was unneeded. Aside from that I love it.. great job!
Chris: Last week, I thought that photo will be your best photo in this competition but you surprised me again with this. This is gorgeous, Mack.. The styling is perfect. The setting totally reflect Mexico to me. Amazing
Jensen: I like this a lot!!! I love the profile shot of course. I love your styling and setting and just everything. Quality not great, but who cares, the rest is.
MARK ~ CHILE
Nico: I like your attempt.. your description really helps too! This definitely looks like the chilean desert. The modelling is just alright... it feels too promotional and boring. There is no fashion value, and your face looks like a complete mixed bag of emotions. The theme isn't the strongest, but its there, so job well done in that aspect. Good luck!
Jensen: I am so glad you included an example photo. This works. I love your face here and your body as well. Not great at modeling, but you always look good for me. The amazing scenery connection is wonderful and I am so glad you found this.
Chris: This is where the explanation plays such an important role to get us understand on what you're trying to do. The example photo helps you a lot. I think you look great here but overall, it feels a little bit empty. There's too many empty spaces in that photo but overall I like it.
MICHAEL ~ UNITED KINGDOM
Nico: Definitely getting the bond vibes from this shot... the setting definitely looks European as well... maybe not UK looking... more so Italy or souther France. But this description does help this photo out, so I like the case you made. Modelling wise, i'm not a huge fan of your face or hair here... you need to relax your facial muscles lol. Other than that good job!
Jensen: I thought of James Bond right away lol Your face does look a bit on the really bad side, but the rest of the photo is really good. I love the scenery. Your pose is actually quite regal looking. I like.
Chris: I like this but I'm not loving it. It's a little bit too formal to me. But I totally get the relation between you and the country that you want to portray this round. The setting is great. Just work on the angle of your face a little bit. I don't see neck again from you. But overall, it's a good photo
PENN ~ CANADA
Nico: At first I was really confused when you said Canada and this very greenish picture appeared... your description definitely helps out a lot. Aspens are definitely prominent in the northern hemisphere including mostly Canada. The jacket could be for the cool weather as well (but Canada is not cold all year round! how dare...
)... the leaves are a bit of stretch, but I like that you mentioned it since Canada does contain a leaf on its flag. Modelling wise its pretty good... feels a little too claustrophobic but not too bad. Good luck!Jensen: Yea, we're not ALWAYS cold here lol For me, this actually looked like it was shot outside of an apartment building in Toronto. Your pose is actually ok, I'm not bothered by you in this photo at all, but I am just not sure how Canadian it feels to me. I'm Canadian and I just don't totally get it.
Chris: I like this. Your explanation helps you a lot. I get 'Canada' vibes from this photo. Nice styling. I wish we could see the tree more. But overall, this is good. But be careful, sometimes good isn't enough
TOM H ~ IRELAND
Nico: I feel like the shot is a bit of stretch but your description sells it to me. I never knew crystals were so big in Ireland! Thanks for opening my eyes to a new part of my heritage. I dislike how dark the shot is, and your loki hair isn't doing it for me. I like that your eyes match the shawl? dress? The theme connection is there, the modelling is just soso. Good luck!
Jensen: I like quite a bit of this photo. I love the green, the crystal, the darkness, how cold it feels. The snow, your outfit. Your pose. I really really really hate your head though lol I didn't realize until this moment how HUGE your forehead is. I don't just mean high for a five head but wide as in Hey Arnold wideness lol wow lmfao
Chris: I love this. From your expression to the styling, I think you nailed it. I definitely can see Ireland in this photo. Great job, Tom. Keep it up!!!
USHER ~ ITALY
Nico: I'm not getting strong Italy vibes from this shot.. but Rome is known for its church, so the one connection is good. Bling and Adidas are not very italian. The lighting is definitely cool. I do wish the theme connection was stronger, as the modelling isn't very strong either... you could be in trouble this week. Good luck
Jensen: Now now Nico. Guidos dress trashy all the time. lol My uncle is Italian, his family came from Italy. They are much more classy than any Guido wannabe. Your bling and leather give you a Jersey Shore vibe. The church works for Italy. I'm not the biggest fan of this photo, although you look beautiful.
Chris: It's very hard for me to relate to this photo at first. The whole Roman Church and Pope thing didn't really convince me. But after Jensen starts to talk about Jersey Shore, that's make sense now. I think that's the way you should explain your photo. I'm not sure with the shadow on your face but I like this photo.
It's a shame to see you go so fast but all it takes is one bad round 
