Frequently Asked Questions

Do you offer Time For Prints (TFP)?

Yes. However, we believe that neither models nor photographers should engage in TFP arrangements unless it proposes to benefit their respective portfolios. In our case, we believe that we need to update our lingerie/boudoir portfolios. Thus, we are willing to offer TFP to models who are interested and willing to pose in lingerie assignments. This will not be exclusively; it will be in addition to your fashion wear and casual wear poses. One of our photographers will take approximately 100 to 150 photographs in a single session and you get copies of every one of your photographs. Note: being available for lingerie and/or artistic assignments does not guarantee our willingness to offer TFP. Please apply under MODELS WANTED for consideration

Can I bring someone to the shoot?

Of course! In fact, we think it's a good idea for every model to bring along a trusted companion to a shoot with a photographer with whom they have never worked with before. Models have brought companions along to 25% of all of our past photo sessions. For those who choose to bring along a chaperone, you should consider your choice of companion carefully. Do not bring along someone who will interfere with your session and/or will make you feel uncomfortable, inhibited or self-conscious. These feelings WILL show up in your pictures and will ruin them.

Do you pay models?

Approximately 10% of all our past photo shoots have involved us paying models. Paid assignments can be made available for (and are often offered to) certain models. That is, those who are interested in and willing to pose nude and/or have the look we need for our creative projects or clients. Usual rates may be $150/ hour for Playboy-Style Nudes. For models who qualify, we may also offer $120/hour for Artistic Nudes and Topless models, $90/hour for Semi-/Implied-Nudes and $60/hour for Lingerie Models. Note: being available for nude assignments does not guarantee our willingness to offer compensation. Please apply under MODELS WANTED for consideration.

How long have you been taking pictures?

R. Lamar, our lead photographer, became a "picture-taker" in 1984 (almost 25 years ago) when his father gave him his first camera; a Canon AV-1. He took photography classes while at Michigan State University and became a true "photographer" in 1990 (19 years ago). Today, he is a life member of the International Freelance Photographers Organization (IFPO) and is considered a semi- professional moving toward full professional status. Since 1990, he has taken over 22,700 photographs in over 200 photo sessions; over 130 of those have been conducted since January 2000. Find out more about R. Lamar and the other INFINITE IMAGES photographers by clicking on THE PHOTOGRAHERS.

Where is your studio located?

We do not own or rent our own studio. That's right!! Take another look at our work and you will see that we can take better pictures shooting "on location" than what many other photographers can do in a studio. After years of renting studios, we've realized that the best pictures in magazines and on the Internet are those that have natural and unique backgrounds. We can identify and secure any setting that is desired for the purpose of creating the perfect photos; anything from rose gardens, to natural wood burning fireplaces, to beach fronts, to almost anything else of which you can think. And, with no studio to rent, we can afford to charge you much less for your photographs than most other photographers -- and we can even offer you a TFP (time in exchange for prints) arrangement.

I see a lot of Black women on your site; few others and even fewer men. Is this on purpose?

We do not deliberately target African-American women for photo shoots. However, we do primarily focus our efforts on Detroit metropolitan and southeastern Michigan aspiring models. Over 78% of the inner-city population here in Detroit is African-American. And, women are more likely than men to seriously pursue modeling opportunities. In other words, we get contacted by a lot of African-American, or Black, women; a lot more than anyone else of any other race or gender. Over the years, we have photographed a half dozen males and we will photograph anyone of any race. Statistically, approximately 80% of all our past models were Black, and 94% of all our past models were women.

You will photograph anyone? What about teens... or "mature" models?

We have worked with aspiring models as young as 12 years old and the shoots went great. However, all models under 18 years of age MUST be accompanied by a parent or legal guardian who must be present for the entire photo shoot. And, our advice to teens is this... if the parents are not enthused about the teen's dream to become a model, the teen will have a difficult time getting started in the industry, and we will not work with that teen. It's a waste of your time! We respect the role of parenthood and will not aid in the creation of conflict. And, regarding mature models, we have no maximum age limit; if you look good, flaunt it!

How Much Do You Charge?

Our rates are extremely negotiable. Give us an idea of what you want and we'll offer a price that is fair and affordable. To give you an idea of typical rates -- you can receive 100 images of yourself in up to four different outfits on CD-ROM for only $85 -- that less than $1 per image and, you retain full copyrights. Check out OUR RATES for more details and prices.