Victoria Leigh

About me:

I am an artist above all else; a photographista. I sculpt images and bring dreams to life.

“The only people for me are the mad ones, the ones who are mad to live, mad to talk, mad to be saved, desirous of everything at the same time, the ones who never yawn or say a commonplace thing, but burn, burn, burn, like fabulous yellow roman candles exploding like spiders across the stars and in the middle you see the blue centerlight pop and everybody goes 'Awww!” -Jack Kerouac




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One look or headshot: $100. This is makeup and hair for one (1) look and touchups during shoot. (2 hour limit)

False Eyelashes: $5 per pair
Travel and Lodging is only required for all bookings outside of the Houston, TX area.

I don't require a deposit or prepayment. But once we've agreed on a rate, please be prepared to pay it at the shoot unless we have agreed otherwise.

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I am on myspace to network with other industry professionals, exchange thoughts and ideas, and to make new friends. Feel free to contact me if you are interested in collaborating with me on any art/photography project, in any area of my specialties of modeling, photography, and makeup artistry.

Yes, I can and WILL travel, if expenses are paid. If you don't desire to collaborate, I can follow your ideas and 'let you drive' without giving any input, if needs be. So, if you think I'd be a good fit and/or you are in the area and need a regular MUA, please contact me to let me know.

I specialize in art photography and in building model portfolios for models and non-models alike, or any person who has an interest in the pursuit of becoming a model and believes they have that certain 'model' look. You don't need to have any modeling experience to work with me. I am able to asses the strengths within an individual, then I bring out those strengths while creating my images while at the same time minimizing the weaknesses. I use the latest in digital technology, and have developed years of exceptional digital enhancement and retouching skills to ensure that you will look your best in each and every image. Yes, I can make anyone look like a "model." Care to challenge me? Please feel free to contact me to set up your session TODAY! My rates are reasonable and my images are of the highest quality. 100% of my clients have walked away satisfied, so you can rest assured you'll be getting great images.

My philosophy is three-fold:

1. Anyone can be beautiful with the right tools. Sometimes great beauty comes from unexpected places.

2. Models need photographers to help build their portfolios. Photographers need models to help build theirs. Through working together give-and-take with a healthy dose of mutual respect, in the end everybody wins!

3. When you finally get to your destination of success, be it in life, your career, or elsewhere - be sure to take care of everyone who's helped you get there.


Credits/Awards/Background Info etc:

Art Features - Forever 80's, Sept 2009
Featured model in Ardyss Magic Body Shaper national campaign and informercial
Moments of Treasure Bridal & Tuxedo advertising campaign

Cover model for MBW Magazine, Summer 2009 issue
Glamorous Curves "Model of the Month," February 2009

MBW, Inc Fashion Editor, Mid-West Region, May 2008 - April 2009

Cover of Sassy Sistah Magazine, Bridal Edition April 2008

Featured Model and Featured Photographer, modelbuzz.com, April 2008

Article in Lyricist Magazine, "Plus Size Diva Victoria Leigh," March 2008 http://www.lyricist-magazine.com/

Featured Yippykya "Model on the Rise," August 2007

Featured Author, "Modeling 101," August 2007

Bab's 'Real Women' Model Contest Semi-Finalist, June 2007 http://babs.ca/catalog/modelGallery.php?modelid=152

Contributing Editor for Skorch Magazine beginning May 2007

Tyra's 'Thick and Sexy Top Model,' contestant, last airdate April 3rd, 2007

Contributing Author for Skorch Magazine beginning April 2007

Nominated for Featured Deviant at Death-Chicks, April 2007

Featured in latest news article for Death-Chicks, April 2007

Interview in Wikked Words, published March 2007

Featured in news article 'Betty's March Features,' March 2007

Bombshell Magazine Top 100 Finalist

Featured in Skorch Magazine, February 2007

Bombshell Magazine Model Search Semi-Finalist http://www.bombshellmagazine.com/

Appeared on Tyra Banks Show episode 'Thick and Sexy Top Model,' original airdate November 28th, 2006. Reaired April 3rd, 2007.

Mac PRO Member as of November 2005, maccosmetics.com

Narrated audio book, "Starting Your Internet Business Right," By Chris Malta, 2004

Appeared on Jay Leno's Tonight Show 'College Days' segment - Original Airdate March, 2002

On-set during the 2001 filming of "The Life of David Gale," starring Kevin Spacey and Kate Winslet

Page Parkes National Model Search Competition Finalist - 1997

Photographer Credits:

Recent work: (there's more recent work than this, I just haven't had the time to put it all down yet! :)

01/24/08 Tracy Hicks Photography - Fantastic shoot. Tracy is a master of creating unique images with a timeless, classic look. Some of the best work yet!

01/12/08 BackBay Images - Had a great shoot! Lots of images to choose from. Thanks again, Robert!

12/31/07 rp photo - Our annual New Year's Eve shoot, which has now become a tradition.
11/25/07 Richard Priest - Our best shoot to date.

11/09/07 Photo Dog - WOW! This was an amazing shoot! Talk about a perfect gentleman. I really enjoyed working with John and he delivered the prints and photos faster than ANY OTHER photographer I've ever worked with.

10/31/07 E Tibbs - An outstanding new photographer with natural talent, skills, and abilities.

8/18/07 Through Gary's Eyes - Gary is a consummate professional who went above and beyond to come through for our shoot. He was completely prepared and diligent, polite and professional, and I felt totally comfortable working with him. I would recommend working with him to any new or experienced model.

7/21/07 Deborah Frances - Deborah approaches photography with an artist's eye, which lends a unique perspective to her work. I can't wait to see the finished images!

12/31/06 Priest Photo - What a great way to finish out 2006! I think our annual New Year's shoots are becoming a tradition and that's just fine by me! I believe that this was our best shoot YET - and that says a lot because there are so many wonderful shoots to choose from! Richard, you're a pro.

12/05/06 NaKrownphOto - Had a great shoot! Nathan (NaKrownphOto) made me feel very comfortable and I we did some GREAT work together. I couldn't be happier with the images we produced and the variety of edits he provided me with. This was a very interesting project and I am honored to have been a part of it.

10/08/06 - 10/09/06 Steven Kahn with Smashbox Cosmetics - His work has been seen nearly everywhere and he has worked with the best of the best in the industry. Steven has it down pat and success seems to come so naturally for him.

9/02/06, 9/22/06, 9/29/06 ViCi Studios - Watch for this up and coming star as he takes his work into the stratosphere! A relative newcomer, ViCi Studios has already made an indelible mark on the photographic community. With vision like no other before him, and an unquenchable thirst for invention that drives his creative spirit, Vici Studios is sure to be a high priority on the top of your 'Desire to Work with' list. Models, book him now, while you still can!

7/23/06 - 8/09/06 Zeptae Photography - What can I say about such an incredibly talented photographer? His work speaks for itself. He's also a colossally gifted in musician and businessman and a genuinely good person - who could ask for more?

7/20/06 RP Photography - Yet another great session with RP Photography. Worked with a second model for this one, the very impressive Emily Louise.

6/24/06 RP Photography - Another shoot with RP Photography, and my first shoot as a REDHEAD! :)

5/20/06 Imagography by DRL - I have yet to meet another photographer with the same artistic vision and level of talent as Doug. His work speaks volumes to me and on many personal levels. He creates his images with care and mastery, and as a result, they are created not just simply for the sake of existing, but are examples of a higher level of cognizance and thinking for the rest of us to behold in all of their artistic splendor.

04/22/06 Ruben Sanchez - Mr Sanchez' talents are far-reaching, he has the ability to capture a subject in the best possible light (both literally and figuratively). I can't wait to work with him again. Thanks so much, Ruben! I really enjoyed meeting and working with you.

03/30/06 Giovanni Navarre - Giovanni has earned the nickname of my "personal photographer." He gives every shoot his all. He knows exactly what he's looking for in a shot, and won't leave you guessing. Thank you, Giovanni, you managed to capture yet another side of my personality with your camera that was just waiting to be unleashed.

03/29/06 Photography By Erik - Don't let his age fool you, Erik is not just experienced, but wise beyond his years. Erik took some incredible photographs of me that I will cherish for years to come, he is a true master of his art. Thank you again, Erik, for a wonderful shoot!

03/04/06 Snaps In Time - Pete Fink is one of the few genuinely good guys left. With no agenda except to capture true beauty, Pete earns very high marks in my book, not just as a photographer but also as a person. Thanks again for putting up with me, Pete! It's a tough job but you handled it well. ;)

2/23/06 LeFay Photography - Sometimes fate steps in and opens doors to new opportunities we might not otherwise have. This was certainly the case in my shoot with LeFay Photography. I filled in for a model whose physical attributes are about as opposite from mine as can be, but he pulled the shoot off beautifully. Michael Grider was amazing to work with, a consummate professional, and he managed to capture some breathtaking photos while displaying incredible flexibility and versatility of ideas.

2/20/06 Giovanni Navarre - Out first "double digit" shoot, lol! This shoot took place in a gorgeous multi-million dollar home in north Houston. Giovanni, here's to lots of zeros after your one! ;)

01/14/06 ClairMar Photos (OMP# 132655) - Tony S. Martinez it a portrait and glamour photographer in Houston. If you decide to book a shoot with him, be sure to tell him that "Victoria Leigh" sent ya.

01/12/06 Giovanni Navarre - Giovanni takes a classical approach with the new technology of the digital age. Never compromising on quality, he creates wonderful heirloom images that will be sure to please decades down the road. Thank you GN, for another magical shoot!

01/11/06 BobbyG Photo, bobbygphoto.com (OMP# 102913) - Bobby excels at whatever he does, whether it's his role as a photographer, singer, businessman, or just the next big project he takes on. Bobby kept me laughing through the entire shoot. His personality and talent really comes through in his work, and all of this is besides the absolutely incredible images he creates. Plus, he's fast: I received my first set of processed preview images by the next morning. Thanks again, Bobby, for a GREAT shoot!! If you book a session with him, please, please mention me.

12/30/05 Richard Priest (OMP# 128590) - What a great way to end the year! Models, don't be intimidated by the name of the "abandoned well site" location, it's a great place to shoot and Mr. Priest is always the perfect gentleman. Thanks again for a great shoot, Richard!

11/19-11/20/05 Texas Photo Forum Lighting Workshop with host Scott Watters (OMP# 114955) as MUA - I'd like to say a big "Thank you" to all the workshop attendees, but especially to Scott Watters for putting this all together. This was the most organized and well planned workshop that I've ever had the honor of being present at, and that's no easy feat!

11/10/05 Darryl Briggs of darrylbriggs.com (OMP# 2194) - The shoot was awesome! I only wish I could rate his work higher than OUTSTANDING. He's not what everyone says he is - he's even BETTER. Highly recommended!

11/11/05 Fantasia Images (OMP# 50772) - Ricardo is a fascinating photographer and individual. Highly respectful of a model's limits and personal space, he is as gifted with his post-processing as he is with his photography. Models, book your session TODAY!

11/25/05 - RJ Warren Photography (OMP # 2729) - Bob's experience really comes through in his work. We created some outstanding images that I was proud to share.

11/25/05 Jerry Brown (OMP # 24551) - I was honored to have not just one, but two simply outstanding photographers present at this shoot. Jerry was a joy to work with, and integrated seamlessly with Bob's style of shooting. The two pros worked together well.

11/15/05 A Kaye Photo, http://www. akayephoto. com (MM #424) - A Kaye is an incredibly talented, passionate photographer with a sharp eye for detail - he knows exactly what he's looking for when he sees it. A very capable artist, he brings the best out in you.

Prior work: too much to list, will update as time permits

Education:

Bachelor of Arts Degree in English from the University of Texas at Austin, 2002. Astronomy minor. Certified in foundations of business from the McCombs School of Business (Formerly the UT School of Business), 2002.

Mensa Qualified, 1999. Take the test yourself!

Presidential Award for Academic Achievement, signed by Bill Clinton, 1998

National Merit Scholar Qualifier, 1997
(Holy moley that was 10 Years ago?!? Sheesh...)

Miscellaneous:

For what it's worth, I am worth $1,931,810 on HumanForSale.com
- That and 5 bucks will buy me a small coffee @ Starbucks! :)

Successfully completed the Rubik's cube (without peeling any of the stickers off), 1985 ;)

I am also a certified (or is that certifiable? :P) computer geek. .... ..