Ivory Flame

I come with a positive work ethic, creative eye and happy soul. Modelling has been my profession for over 18 years, working with photographers, artists and designers around the world. I'm available for 1:1 photoshoots, mentoring, and some workshops/events. My model work is more part-time now, but my schedule is flexible and I still adore creating striking imagery, memories and connections with those I meet (long-term collaborators and new).
I encourage you to reach out if you're keen to shoot, as I'm not touring frequently or making castings as much these days.

What I have to offer...
I pride myself on being easy going, enthusiastic and attentive to detail - striving to uplift those I work with and elevate what we create.
As a photographer myself, I appreciate this dual perspective and endeavour to be the kind of model I find rewarding to photograph - one who is encouraging and inspiring, I listen well to your aims whilst bringing my own energy and style, suggesting ideas without being overbearing, and intuitively adapting for the pace and mood of each setting. I have refined awareness of light, my positioning and adjustments that can make all the difference (people often tell me 'you read my mind!').
I enjoy dynamic and free movement, and can be a 'pose machine' for short periods - but generally my strengths lie in slower, nuanced variation through each pose - subtle adjustments to my eyes/hands/breath/body language etc. This gives time to consider composition unrushed, communicate extra direction, and work towards the strongest images together - whether finding harmony within the environment or discovering that 'je ne sais quoi'.
Portraits - Fashion - Artistic Nude - Historic & Vintage - Art-Inspired - Lingerie & Corsetry - Surreal - Emotive - Underwater  Genre specialities include classical, pre-raphaelite, vintage/hollywood looks, but I also love experimental, futuristic, dark and conceptual ideas. My styling wardrobe includes diaphanous robes, ornate headdresses, delicate fabrics, bohemian skirts, bespoke corsetry, elizabethan ruffs, vintage props and other curiosities (SEE HERE)
Based in Leicestershire, UK, I can drive to most places around the midlands, or further afar on a schedule trip. I'm comfortable to work in studios, indoor venues or outside on location. I have a home set-up available with multiple backdrops, furniture and props... plus gorgeous forest, streams and ruins around the corner from my home.

Rates
My in-person UK rates vary from £50-£65 p/hr depending on the duration booked...
£220 for 4 hours (£55 p/hr) | £400 for 8 hours (£50 p/hr) |Otherwise £65 p/hr for 2 or 3 hours, plus travel costs covered.
For studio days, events, tours or shoots with multiple participants, I may charge an additional fee depending length of day, travel and workload, please enquire to check. 

I ask 50% deposit or full payment in advance. My preference for payment is Bank Transfer, Wise or Paypal.
My remote rates are higher due to the additional costs and effort, set-up time and equipment - send me a message for info.

Important Notes
My guidelines for nudity, pace and editing...
- Just because a model is paid does not mean they should do anything the photographer asks, without prior agreement. With nudity I aim to work on artful ideas that are interesting, beautiful or evocative... rather than nudity for the sake of it.
A few experiences have prompted me to clarify some ways I do not wish to pose: flirt with the camera whilst nude or undressing, reveal one breast from an outfit in an unnatural way, pose as 'naked girl in distress', look 'shocked as if caught nude', pose nude in flat front-on lighting, extreme close-ups of breasts or pubic area. In general I try to steer clear of glamour or over-sexualised nudity.
To avoid any surprises, simply message me directly in advance to go over ideas, concepts and props you intend to use. You can send examples or moodboards to help show the look and feel you're aiming for. If I feel uncomfortable with anything, we can adapt the idea or suggest something else that we can both be happy with.
- During our booking I ask for decent pauses to rest, review images, grab a drink, discuss our creative process or just generally talk. As I have worked very hard as a model, doing dramatic S-curves, arches and tip-toes for almost 2 decades - unfortunately my hips, shoulders and neck can get aggravated from prolonged holding of poses or non-stop shooting. All I ask is to not be expected to pose like a robot. I give a lot to my shoots but do require friendly rapport, respect and consideration from photographers. 
- Some photographers kindly wish to send me final results from our shoot which I always appreciate, and sometimes ask my opinion on editing. My personal preference is for a natural look with little to no skin-smoothing (except removing temporary things like spots/bruises). I heavily dislike the weird, fake, white eyes and plumped up effects that Portrait Pro and other auto-editing programs give, and tend to untag myself from those as they no longer look like me.
- I'm 39 years old and may 'look younger' sometimes, but I'm still aging and have no botox or filler, embracing the natural lines and folds of my face and body. Generally I'm more drawn to naturalistic and emotive expression, though more polished or 'fantasy' like editing can also be intriguing, and I'm happy to enhance myself with make-up and razzle dazzle when the lighting, location or styling calls for it ;-)
 

R E C O M M E N D E D  S T U D I O S
Some of my favourite and local locations with their own awesome, unique features
My own home set-up is available on certain dates - Gorgeous natural light with multiple backdrops, furniture and props... plus forest, stream and ruins nearby.
The Boardroom, Derby - Light-filled white room with great windows, beautiful hand-painted backdrops available, a stairwell and cellar.
Basford Hurst Cottage, Leek, Staffordshire - Charming old home with wood-panelled rooms, big windows, moody corners, interesting features and outdoors areas.
The Kiln Studio - Lots of natural light and build-able sets over 3 floors, plus historic brick kiln 
Two Wei House, Dunham - Victorian Rectory in French Gothic style with many period features and 7 acres of private gardens (only outside areas currently available)
PGD Studios, Leicester - Spacious studio with large cove and multiple backdrops.
Aura Studio, Weedon Bec - Large industrial space with natural light, huge windows, expansive coves and posing platforms.
Image Red, Tamworth - Two studio rooms + a grungy natural light warehouse on site
Saracen House Studio, Milton Keynes - Multiple colourama backdrops, daylight room with boudoir set.
TankSpace, Ollerton, Nottinghamshire - Custom-built, warm tank with various coloured lighting set-ups to shoot underwater (the photographer stays dry!)
Pipewell Hall, near Kettering - Decadent country house, with grand fireplace, staircase, reception rooms, bedrooms and expansive gardens.
Some of the other places I love working at around the country, and can arrange model days at...
Belt Craft Studio & The Buckle Factory, North London - funky hipster heaven, natural light, rust, & vintage furniture
Gregory Brown's Lofthouse Studio, Battersea, south-west London - compact but flexible and very creative space with brilliant props
The Factory, Tower Hamlets, London - Awesome natural light apartment with authentic brick walls, interesting features, plush bedroom and cool frosted bathroom doors.
Fareham Studio, Hampshire - Fab, welcoming studio including gorgeous natural light sets and beautiful backgrounds in the studio
Far Forest Studio, near Kidderminster - Large equipped studio with extensive wardrobe collection surrounded by private woodland and a waterfall.
Talliston House & Gardens, North Essex - A magical rabbit hole of fascinating, sumptuous themed rooms, featuring over 1800 antiques from all around the world!
The Cottage Studio, West Sussex - Spacious studio with infinity cove, ropes, lyra, mezzanine level to shoot downwards and nearby outdoor locations.


Remote Shoots Available...
I continue to run remote session for photographer/artists located far from me or those who cannot travel so easily (I have a select few dates free for this each month). Full info on my remote page - https://www.ivoryflame.co.uk/remote.

N O T E D  P U B L I C A T I O N S  +  E X H I B I T I O N  F E A T U R E S...
Women Painting Exhibition, MEAM, Barcelona, 2021 - Patricia Watwood
Graphis, Nudes 5, Art Book, 2020 - Klaus Kampert | Nyk Sykes
SeeingWOMEN Honourable Mention, 2020 - Håkon Grønning
Photoshoot Awards Winner 2019 - Håkon Grønning
Yoga Photograms Exhibition, London, 2017 - Rob and Nick Carter
Music Video 'Lies, Lies, Lies', 2016 - The Luka State 
FAPA Grand Prize Winner 'Flora', 2015 - Jaime Travezan
'Eat & Delete' Installation Exhibition, New York, 2014 - Conor Harrington
'Transforming Nude Painting' 2013 - Rob and Nick Carter
'The Box' A Typology of Poses in a Confined Space, 2013 - Eric Kellerman
ObsessionArt 'Female First' Exhibition, London, 2012 - Stephen Perry
BP Portrait Awards 2011, National Portrait Gallery, London - Louis Smith
'Lighting the Nude', Cover, 2010 - Gregory Brown


My Photography...
I've enjoyed photography since I was a child and developing my work behind the lens for over 15 years. You can see my work behind the lens here at @jewelledearth.

Please get in touch with any queries, I look forward to hearing from you.

~ I V O R Y  F L A M E ~
Website: www.ivoryflame.co.uk 
Instagram: @IvoryFlameModel
Facebook: www.facebook.com/IvoryFlame 

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