Online wishlists: trashy, a tad creepy or harmless and useful?

[Melissa Misfortune]

I've been noticing more and more lately that some models have online wishlists. They offer to shoot in anything off the wishlist that is bought for them in return and some even offer a signed print or two from the shoot. Like most pinups, I do this on a pretty tight budget but I'm not the least bit sure what I think of this. Do you think it's trashy to ask for free stuff, a bit creepy or harmless and useful?

[Roxy Tart {PL Team / Comm. Mgr}]

I see nothing wrong with it. This day in age, get what you can, lol. I've never seen anyone say they will trade stuff for shoots on their wishlists, but hey, what's wrong with trade? We trade shoots for products from vendors and designers, so why not trade with people who might want to see us in/with what they give us? I like getting gifts, and I love giving them. Seeing people enjoying the gifts I give them makes me happy, so why would it be different for others. If someone wants to buy me something, I see nothing wrong with it.

[Craig Gardner]

I don't see anything wrong with it.

[David Randall]

I see nothing wrong with it, I do a lot of trades with models.

[PinkPurr.com]

Barter is the way to go in a tough economy. Of course both parties have to be in perfect agreement of the deal and followed up with the satisfaction guaranteed stamp. More people should be open to do it, it would be a better world.

Cheers and a Happy Thanks Giving to my American friends and customers!

Kat (pinkpurr)

http://www.etsy.com/shop/pinkpurr?ref=si_shop

[Rich Newnham Photography]

If someone buys you something to see shots of you in it: Free stuff! If you can effectively paid to pose in it, then great. I guess you take the risk that the guy is a bit of a creep, but there's also a good chance it's just someone wanting you to do you a favour and who loves your work.

 

If I could get someone to pay for me to have new pretty lenses for my cameras I would!

[Edson Carlos]

I have many friends that do this, I encourage it. Simply be safe and smart about drawing the line between accepting someones kindness and them expecting more than a photo...

 

Personally I can tell you that If I had tons of money available I'd shop for every inspiring girl I know. Hell, even without all of cash I can wish for I find myself doing it. You know they want it, you know you'd enjoy seeing them in it, you know they'll let you, WIN.

 

BTW If someone bought me a Nikon D3x I'd send them every single SNAPSHOT STASH that ever came out ;)

[Rich Newnham Photography]

Edson, try working in central London. I walk past shops with TONNES of killer heels in them and find myself thinking "I should get some of those for shoots...". I know nothing about sizes, etc. It would be a disaster! And I only know one model here in London that I shoot with. And her boyfriend might be a bit miffed if I start buying her pinup outfits!

 

On second thought, he'd probably be ok with it!

[Johnte]

Seems OK to do TF, contra or what ever you want to call it, but if there are any concerns perhaps a chaperone with you on shoots would keep everything above board. Probably a good idea to set boundaries prior to shooting and to stipulate usage of any pix. Control the content and distribution as much as possible. Get it in writing!

 

[DJ LaSha]

Well Bartering has long been a resource for those who value keeping their money in their pocket.  If i needed a shoot and it was more economical to buy thw wardrobe than buy the wardrobe and pay a model I would be interested in filling someone's wish list. Sounds like a team effort to me. I think we should network and work together within the industry.  We shouldnt try to make money off each other but work together to be capable of making good money together.

I dont see any difference in wish list than TFP or TFCD. new models wish for portfolio's

LaSha

[KatieO]

Offering to shoot in things or exchanging signed prints seems fine.  I have seen a few models though, especially on Facebook, just incessantly posting links to items with "Anyone want to buy me this?" and it irritates me for some reason.  Offering nothing in return...makes me feel like if you want it that bad, work for it and go buy it yourself!

[Harlean Carpenter {★}]

I don't see anything wrong with it as long as, as a few people have pointed out, the person doing the buying understands what they are and are NOT going to get in return.  I have a wish list for just that purpose, and I've given signed prints in the past, but next year I'm actually going to be tying my wish list to my fundraisers; buy something for a shoot, get the signed print and credit/link/"sponsored by" on the gallery page, then when I turn around and resell the item, the donor can either specify the charity they'd like the proceeds going to, or have them go to whatever fundraiser we're running at the time.  I get things for new shoots, sponsors get a little publicity, and a good cause makes some money. Win/win/win :)

[Studio Fuentes]

God gave you boobs, use them to your advantage, I say. If I had them, I'd be rich! lol