Post by Edita Vilkevičiūtė on Apr 16, 2013 11:54:18 GMT -8
Judging #3: Swimsuit
Ashley:
Mario: You're in trouble Ashley... This is the second time in a row that I judge you so low... and this time around is even worst because most of the people improved and you are going downfall. I feel like i'm forgetting your first photo and it was a one hit wonder... Please step it up... Next time it could be not a warning but a fatal mistake.
Zac: Ashley, I find this a strong photo. The setting definitely works for me and it's not distracting from your great pose and the clothing. Your legs are gorgeous, strong face, my only complaint is that your left arm is gone.
Montana: Just to clarify, I didn't say cover-ups worked, it would be up the discretion of the judges and they could have disapproved if they wished. I approve of it just stating just for everyone to know. I approve of this even more because it does look like you're wearing a swimsuit under it. I love the summer vibe this shot has and those great legs, my biggest concern is your face. The facial expression comes off a bit devious and I find that not really fitting with what you're bringing to the table. Had your expression been a bit lighter and less severe it would have elevated this shot to such a higher level because your body is doing a great pose that works with poolside settings.
Candice:
Mario: So I sad you were still stuck in the middle, but giving out my ranking i have to say it is time to get worried Candice. You're no longer in the middle, because everyone is improving and you're falling behind. You need to push girl! Another average performance like this next week and you might be going home.
Zac: Candice, this reminds me of one of these candids/snapshots of Paris Hilton and the likes. That's not a good thing girl, I'm sorry. The swimsuit is good, but the picture just doesn't work for me, your face looks kind of bland and you don't seem to be giving your all.
Montana: I agree with Zac, that it has a slightly candid/behind the scenes type feel. I agree with Mario that I wanted to see those eyes, you're one of those that convey sexy through their eyes so easily and it would have helped. I think if I scrolled down to block out your face I find that your body is banging and so is the pose, your face just has a slight uncomfortable feeling to it. I like the subtle sexiness that you're giving here you're not flat out bringing hoochie to us which could have easily been done so to see something a bit more restrained is nice but push yourself more in expression, I think this is another time I'm commenting on that.
Edita:
Mario: You managed to keep your game for this round. Of course, not as good as last round; But the important thing is that you're posing yourself as a threat and as a consistent player. keep fighting!
Zac: This is hot Edita. This would immediately draw my intention, hence, great job. Your pose seems a bit random-ish, but it works for the swimsuit and I like the intense facial expression. Good job!
Montana: I think this shot is definitely has a cool vibe to it. I think your body looks so great and I find the posing simple but nice. I love the hair and the movement it has, it definitely edges the shot up, I find your expression the only off-putting thing about the entire shot. I think your neck is gorgeous and the way you're elongating it totally shows off your great facial features just bring it more in your eyes next time.
Freja:
Mario: There you go girl! You're back. You finally gave me body and it paid off. You finally become a threat in this competition... You're in the top right now, keep at it girl! Please don't go wrong next week... there's nothing I hate more than roller-coaster models... If you start going up and down, I start believing your good shots are just lucky strikes... and if I start believing that, I'll be the first one voting you out. So... KEEP IT!
Zac: Uhm, I am not a fan of this Freja. You do have better swimsuit shots. This screams boredom and I find your expression offputting. The swimsuit is kinda unique and cool, but the horrible jewelry isn't helping you. Overall I just find this bland and boring, but I must admit that my eyes are drawn towards the swimsuit as I feel uncomfortable looking at you.
Montana: This is too lacy for me. Definitely not a great swimsuit at all, I find that the necklace is too distracting although nice but not what this challenge was about. The pose is too awkward that I find that you make me feel uncomfortable looking at it that maybe its uncomfortable wearing it, the face is just bland. You definitely could have pushed the envelope more on this especially since your swimsuit looks like lingerie I would want something that is a bit sexier and not so something I'd be a bit uncomfortable to look at along with feeling bored. I find that me and Mario are gonna disagree on this one.
Ginta:
Mario: Running out of the pack is Ginta with a spectacular PHOTO. Ginta you finally proved you're a worthy competitor in this competition. Keep it coming. That's the way I like it!
Zac: Well, way to show off the swimsuit girl. First thing I notice in the shot and that's good. The pose is OK. Your face, not the best I've seen from you. It's kind of gimicky and your hair in front of your face is distracting.
Montana: The pose and everything is creating such a nice frame for the swimsuit, I'm glad you made that the whole star of the shot. The pose is to die for! I find it something that is a bit overused but why fix something that isn't broken, it definitely does its job effectively. I love that your shoulder is raised but you still have such a great neck, I find that your expression is definitely something off about the whole shot but that seems to be going around a lot this round. Had your eyes been less sleepy or maybe even your mouth closed I find the shot would have been better.I find everything else really nice.
Jessica:
Mario: You're improvement is at your own pace and not at the pace of the competition. I need much more from you if you're going to stay Jessica. You need a top of the pack photo next week. I believe you're in trouble.
Zac: This is a bit lackluster Jessica. I'm missing that sparcle in your eyes. I do love this shot though. There's a nice contrast between the background and the swimsuit and while there are a lot of elements in this shot, the swimsuit still pops out quite nicely. Work on your expression.
Montana: I find your face so lovely in this shot, its soft and serene. I love this swimsuit it's very nice looking and showcased here nicely but there are a lot of distracting elements. I find that you worked through most of them nicely, I don't judge based on styling because of course that's out of the model's control so I judge solely on how they worked everything. I find that you definitely had a lot to work with like the bow in the hair, the cardigan, those bulky bracelets and whatever it is you're holding but you're shining through it all and the swimsuit is still one of my main focuses after your face. The other judges may not like it that much but I find that this is something I've been waiting to see from you.
Philip:
Mario: You had a very good photo this week; but for me you're still stuck in the middle. There's no modelling aspects that get me excited about you Philip and that is really worrysome. You need to get out there and give me something because Simon and River have been giving me amazing shots that i will remember. You're giving good shots with no model in them. STEP IT UP!
Zac: I guess your choices were kind of limited based on your blurb, but it's actually a pretty good shot. I like that we get a peak of your body - very sexy shot and the pants are visible enough. Nice setting. Can't really judge your face here, but as a whole the shot works for me.
Montana: You found the photo that I knew you had in your pocket! You said you had nothing but I knew you had this. I love the summery feel of lounging by the pool. I like that you look like a model laying down though, the photographer and you worked the angle very nicely. I like the the swimsuit is showcased very nicely along with a hint of your abs. This is a fashion shot that sells not only the swimsuit but the jacket as well and maybe even that ascot. The angle of your face is definitely something nice but something that concerns me is the way you placed your thigh, the one in the center of the shot looks oddly larger than the other and that's because you didn't position correctly to camera like the other one is which would have made this perfection for me.
River:
Mario: Give me face and you'll go to the top of the pack. This game is called THE FACE, and with those three photos you've submitted it is impossible for us to give you the title. I loved that this week your body gave me so much modelling; I'm seeing potential I haven't seen yet and i'm getting excited about you so... BRING IT!
Zac: Such a hot photo River. I like it, because this would certainly catch my eye and it's memorable. I like the wet look and I love that there are no distractions here. I would have liked this even more had you looked into the camera, but still a great shot.
Montana: Stop wanting things! Models do not get to wear what they want. Let's move onto the photo, I dislike the amputation of the left arm it just throws the shot off. I understand it was used for balance needed for the pose but it could have been placed more over so we could get a slight glimpse of it while achieving the same pose. I like the pose though, it's different and a bit unique the arm being bent makes this less strained looking and I like the slight curve in your body. The swimsuit is shown off great and the entire shot is about swimming, possibly a good stretch before. Eyes could use a bit of work, they don't really help the shot since they seem a bit dull. We needed a bit more from you in the eyes this time around but I like that you tried a whole new angle with your face, you just got to now use it well.
Simon:
Mario: Disappointment is the word for you this week. This is a modelling competition Simon; please don't forget that. Hopefully I'll see you on top next week.
Zac: This is good Simon. Shows that you're in great shape. I like your pose and like in River's shot I like the lack of distractions. The one thing I hate here is the huge shadow that certainly takes away from selling the swimming pants.
Montana: The shot is good, I especially like the right half of the shot. The pose shows off your muscle definition and your swimsuit is shown off well. The leg placement is great for me, it does create a slight shadow on the swimsuit but I still see the whole thing so that's fine with me. I find the neck awkward and the same about your arms, they seem too constrained and create odd proportions to your body that you don't have typical issues with. Your face placement is nice but had you learned your neck back more it would have been even better. Like you see with River, I find that your left arm was needed to pose the way you did but you could have achieve the same pose had your arm been slightly even more to the left to show it a bit more in the shot.
Vlada:
Mario: Another great photo from you Vlada. Great consistency and improvement. I think you'll be going places in this competition. Keep it up!
Zac: Nice job selling the bag Vlada. You were supposed to sell the swimsuit though and this shot is just not doing that for me. I wish we could see a bit more detail of the swimsuit because I'm not even sure what's going on in this one. I do love your pose and your face though. Very dreamy and not as 101 as some of the others.
Montana: I am obsessed with Gucci! Especially the season that they were showing this and the advertising campaign was amazing with Natasha Poly! Since this was a focus on swimsuit your bag does take a lot of command of the shot but you swimsuit is definitely shown off nicely. I love the way the hair just moves and has such a nice summer flow to it which is a great addition to the shot. I wish that the bag was just slightly behind one of your legs so that it was still shown and selling the bag because you want to always sell accessories along with a garment but the garment should be shown off the best. Your expression in this is not my favorite, if you had slightly been looking up towards camera it would have been better.
Ashley:
Mario: You're in trouble Ashley... This is the second time in a row that I judge you so low... and this time around is even worst because most of the people improved and you are going downfall. I feel like i'm forgetting your first photo and it was a one hit wonder... Please step it up... Next time it could be not a warning but a fatal mistake.
Zac: Ashley, I find this a strong photo. The setting definitely works for me and it's not distracting from your great pose and the clothing. Your legs are gorgeous, strong face, my only complaint is that your left arm is gone.
Montana: Just to clarify, I didn't say cover-ups worked, it would be up the discretion of the judges and they could have disapproved if they wished. I approve of it just stating just for everyone to know. I approve of this even more because it does look like you're wearing a swimsuit under it. I love the summer vibe this shot has and those great legs, my biggest concern is your face. The facial expression comes off a bit devious and I find that not really fitting with what you're bringing to the table. Had your expression been a bit lighter and less severe it would have elevated this shot to such a higher level because your body is doing a great pose that works with poolside settings.
Candice:
Mario: So I sad you were still stuck in the middle, but giving out my ranking i have to say it is time to get worried Candice. You're no longer in the middle, because everyone is improving and you're falling behind. You need to push girl! Another average performance like this next week and you might be going home.
Zac: Candice, this reminds me of one of these candids/snapshots of Paris Hilton and the likes. That's not a good thing girl, I'm sorry. The swimsuit is good, but the picture just doesn't work for me, your face looks kind of bland and you don't seem to be giving your all.
Montana: I agree with Zac, that it has a slightly candid/behind the scenes type feel. I agree with Mario that I wanted to see those eyes, you're one of those that convey sexy through their eyes so easily and it would have helped. I think if I scrolled down to block out your face I find that your body is banging and so is the pose, your face just has a slight uncomfortable feeling to it. I like the subtle sexiness that you're giving here you're not flat out bringing hoochie to us which could have easily been done so to see something a bit more restrained is nice but push yourself more in expression, I think this is another time I'm commenting on that.
Edita:
Mario: You managed to keep your game for this round. Of course, not as good as last round; But the important thing is that you're posing yourself as a threat and as a consistent player. keep fighting!
Zac: This is hot Edita. This would immediately draw my intention, hence, great job. Your pose seems a bit random-ish, but it works for the swimsuit and I like the intense facial expression. Good job!
Montana: I think this shot is definitely has a cool vibe to it. I think your body looks so great and I find the posing simple but nice. I love the hair and the movement it has, it definitely edges the shot up, I find your expression the only off-putting thing about the entire shot. I think your neck is gorgeous and the way you're elongating it totally shows off your great facial features just bring it more in your eyes next time.
Freja:
Mario: There you go girl! You're back. You finally gave me body and it paid off. You finally become a threat in this competition... You're in the top right now, keep at it girl! Please don't go wrong next week... there's nothing I hate more than roller-coaster models... If you start going up and down, I start believing your good shots are just lucky strikes... and if I start believing that, I'll be the first one voting you out. So... KEEP IT!
Zac: Uhm, I am not a fan of this Freja. You do have better swimsuit shots. This screams boredom and I find your expression offputting. The swimsuit is kinda unique and cool, but the horrible jewelry isn't helping you. Overall I just find this bland and boring, but I must admit that my eyes are drawn towards the swimsuit as I feel uncomfortable looking at you.
Montana: This is too lacy for me. Definitely not a great swimsuit at all, I find that the necklace is too distracting although nice but not what this challenge was about. The pose is too awkward that I find that you make me feel uncomfortable looking at it that maybe its uncomfortable wearing it, the face is just bland. You definitely could have pushed the envelope more on this especially since your swimsuit looks like lingerie I would want something that is a bit sexier and not so something I'd be a bit uncomfortable to look at along with feeling bored. I find that me and Mario are gonna disagree on this one.
Ginta:
Mario: Running out of the pack is Ginta with a spectacular PHOTO. Ginta you finally proved you're a worthy competitor in this competition. Keep it coming. That's the way I like it!
Zac: Well, way to show off the swimsuit girl. First thing I notice in the shot and that's good. The pose is OK. Your face, not the best I've seen from you. It's kind of gimicky and your hair in front of your face is distracting.
Montana: The pose and everything is creating such a nice frame for the swimsuit, I'm glad you made that the whole star of the shot. The pose is to die for! I find it something that is a bit overused but why fix something that isn't broken, it definitely does its job effectively. I love that your shoulder is raised but you still have such a great neck, I find that your expression is definitely something off about the whole shot but that seems to be going around a lot this round. Had your eyes been less sleepy or maybe even your mouth closed I find the shot would have been better.I find everything else really nice.
Jessica:
Mario: You're improvement is at your own pace and not at the pace of the competition. I need much more from you if you're going to stay Jessica. You need a top of the pack photo next week. I believe you're in trouble.
Zac: This is a bit lackluster Jessica. I'm missing that sparcle in your eyes. I do love this shot though. There's a nice contrast between the background and the swimsuit and while there are a lot of elements in this shot, the swimsuit still pops out quite nicely. Work on your expression.
Montana: I find your face so lovely in this shot, its soft and serene. I love this swimsuit it's very nice looking and showcased here nicely but there are a lot of distracting elements. I find that you worked through most of them nicely, I don't judge based on styling because of course that's out of the model's control so I judge solely on how they worked everything. I find that you definitely had a lot to work with like the bow in the hair, the cardigan, those bulky bracelets and whatever it is you're holding but you're shining through it all and the swimsuit is still one of my main focuses after your face. The other judges may not like it that much but I find that this is something I've been waiting to see from you.
Philip:
Mario: You had a very good photo this week; but for me you're still stuck in the middle. There's no modelling aspects that get me excited about you Philip and that is really worrysome. You need to get out there and give me something because Simon and River have been giving me amazing shots that i will remember. You're giving good shots with no model in them. STEP IT UP!
Zac: I guess your choices were kind of limited based on your blurb, but it's actually a pretty good shot. I like that we get a peak of your body - very sexy shot and the pants are visible enough. Nice setting. Can't really judge your face here, but as a whole the shot works for me.
Montana: You found the photo that I knew you had in your pocket! You said you had nothing but I knew you had this. I love the summery feel of lounging by the pool. I like that you look like a model laying down though, the photographer and you worked the angle very nicely. I like the the swimsuit is showcased very nicely along with a hint of your abs. This is a fashion shot that sells not only the swimsuit but the jacket as well and maybe even that ascot. The angle of your face is definitely something nice but something that concerns me is the way you placed your thigh, the one in the center of the shot looks oddly larger than the other and that's because you didn't position correctly to camera like the other one is which would have made this perfection for me.
River:
Mario: Give me face and you'll go to the top of the pack. This game is called THE FACE, and with those three photos you've submitted it is impossible for us to give you the title. I loved that this week your body gave me so much modelling; I'm seeing potential I haven't seen yet and i'm getting excited about you so... BRING IT!
Zac: Such a hot photo River. I like it, because this would certainly catch my eye and it's memorable. I like the wet look and I love that there are no distractions here. I would have liked this even more had you looked into the camera, but still a great shot.
Montana: Stop wanting things! Models do not get to wear what they want. Let's move onto the photo, I dislike the amputation of the left arm it just throws the shot off. I understand it was used for balance needed for the pose but it could have been placed more over so we could get a slight glimpse of it while achieving the same pose. I like the pose though, it's different and a bit unique the arm being bent makes this less strained looking and I like the slight curve in your body. The swimsuit is shown off great and the entire shot is about swimming, possibly a good stretch before. Eyes could use a bit of work, they don't really help the shot since they seem a bit dull. We needed a bit more from you in the eyes this time around but I like that you tried a whole new angle with your face, you just got to now use it well.
Simon:
Mario: Disappointment is the word for you this week. This is a modelling competition Simon; please don't forget that. Hopefully I'll see you on top next week.
Zac: This is good Simon. Shows that you're in great shape. I like your pose and like in River's shot I like the lack of distractions. The one thing I hate here is the huge shadow that certainly takes away from selling the swimming pants.
Montana: The shot is good, I especially like the right half of the shot. The pose shows off your muscle definition and your swimsuit is shown off well. The leg placement is great for me, it does create a slight shadow on the swimsuit but I still see the whole thing so that's fine with me. I find the neck awkward and the same about your arms, they seem too constrained and create odd proportions to your body that you don't have typical issues with. Your face placement is nice but had you learned your neck back more it would have been even better. Like you see with River, I find that your left arm was needed to pose the way you did but you could have achieve the same pose had your arm been slightly even more to the left to show it a bit more in the shot.
Vlada:
Mario: Another great photo from you Vlada. Great consistency and improvement. I think you'll be going places in this competition. Keep it up!
Zac: Nice job selling the bag Vlada. You were supposed to sell the swimsuit though and this shot is just not doing that for me. I wish we could see a bit more detail of the swimsuit because I'm not even sure what's going on in this one. I do love your pose and your face though. Very dreamy and not as 101 as some of the others.
Montana: I am obsessed with Gucci! Especially the season that they were showing this and the advertising campaign was amazing with Natasha Poly! Since this was a focus on swimsuit your bag does take a lot of command of the shot but you swimsuit is definitely shown off nicely. I love the way the hair just moves and has such a nice summer flow to it which is a great addition to the shot. I wish that the bag was just slightly behind one of your legs so that it was still shown and selling the bag because you want to always sell accessories along with a garment but the garment should be shown off the best. Your expression in this is not my favorite, if you had slightly been looking up towards camera it would have been better.
