I had an interesting conversation with a photog in my area via Model Mayhem, that got me thinking. The conversation involved us talking about my modeling style and his photography style. I told him that I like to do pin up, or something with a theme to it. Lots of theatrics, bold poses, hair, make up etc. I said that I'm not a "stand over there and look pretty" kind of model. He said that after reviewing my portfolio, he didn't think that we were a good match because he wants to take photos of women who make guys say, and I quote, "Whoa, she's hot!" Thus implying that I am not that kind of woman. He aslo said that I seem to be too much of a "character." Ok. Well, being from a theatre background, I have learned to take comments about my looks (good and bad) with grace, humor, and a grain of salt. I wasn't mad, or offended that he didn't think I was "hot". But it got me thinking.... I don't WANT to be viewed as traditionaly "hot". It's just boring. I think this is why I love pin up because it truly celebrates what being a woman is. We have "flaws", and we are all "characters". I see so many beautiful woman on PL who don't always fall under a traditional frat boy deffinition of "hot" but who are stunning in their own right. We are special and interesting! I guess I just had to get this off my chest... but.. does anyone else feel this way? Just curious what everyone else has to say about this.