Thinking about modeling? Here’s what I look for.

Whether you’ve modeled for years or are just stepping in front of the camera for the first time, I want you to feel welcome, safe, and confident in our time together. You don’t need to have the “right” body, the “right” look, or the “right” vibe—I’m not here for that. This isn’t a checklist you need to pass. It’s a window into the kind of energy I’m drawn to, and what tends to make a shoot flow best for both of us. You might be a perfect fit and not even realize it yet.

It’s Not Just a Pretty Face.
Sure, looks play a part, but I’m not after a perfectly polished, hyper-curated version of beauty. I’m looking for presence—someone who brings energy and perspective to the set. What worked in the past might not work today, and what excites me now could shift tomorrow. Stay open. Be yourself.

Fitness Is a Bonus, Not a Requirement.
You don’t have to be a fitness model or have a “perfect” body to work with me. A general sense of health, energy, and vitality is great, but I’m not here to judge or measure you. Show up as you are.

Bring Something to the Table.
If your entire contribution is your appearance, you’re missing out. Maybe you’re a poet, a jokester, a chef, a musician, a dancer. Let that part of you shine. Have something going on behind your eyes.

Move.
Don’t freeze like a statue—trust me, the camera already does that. One of the biggest hurdles I see, especially with newer models, is a tendency to lock up. Relax. Loosen up. Play a little. You don’t need to go full-on “crazy dance lady” mode (unless that’s your thing), but don’t be afraid to shift, to breathe, to let the moment move through you. We’ll tell you when to hold.

Loud or Quiet? Doesn’t Matter.
You don’t have to be the life of the party. Some of my favorite images come from quieter, more introverted folks. Just because the final shots might look serene doesn’t mean we weren’t laughing and joking on set. Bring your real energy, whatever that is. Come ready to stay loose and engaged.

Boundaries Are Respected. Always.
Let’s be real: a lot of my work is shirtless, in underwear, or less—that’s the look and vibe of a lot of the images I create. But that doesn’t mean you have to get naked. You don’t have to bare it all to work with me. If you’re comfortable taking your shirt off, great. If you’d rather stay fully dressed, also great. Your body, your rules. You are always in control, and I will never push you to do anything outside of your comfort zone. Period. Your limits are respected, no questions, no pushback.

Communication Matters.
You don’t have to be on-call 24/7, but let’s keep the lines open. If you need to reschedule, change plans, or cancel, just give me a heads up as early as you can.

Friendly and Reliable Forgives a Lot.
A good attitude and following through on commitments goes a long way. If you’re bringing that, you’ll always be a favorite of mine.

-Anders