Under The Spotlight: January 2010

Saturday, 2 January 2010

Hello, year of my marriage

Happy new year to you all!
Because it's the start of a new decade, (or maybe that's next year, but hey don't spoil my opening line) I have a new look.
The hair. It's always the hair. Extensions are gone and I asked my hairdresser to up the peroxide so it's now all choppy, just past my shoulders and white. I can't decide whether to go 100% Lady Gaga and have a fringe cut in too. I might.. or I might just buy one of those fringe pieces you clip in whenever you want.

Here are my new year's resolutions for 2010. I find if I write stuff down, I can't run away from it and say, 'well I never said that!' a few months down the line.

Work on some digital art with Rebecca Parker in Wales - http://www.rebecca-parker.co.uk/
Work in Ireland
Work in India (with Ajit Letap?)
Print off new portfolio / book
Be accepted into a London modelling agency
REALLY work on getting rid of those dark circles under my eyes - find miracle product / buy an insane amount of cucumber!
Drink 8 tall glasses of water a day and make a note of it (as I'm never going to get enough sleep lol)
Maintain regular (but not daily) workouts
Continue swimming regularly
Get a part-time job in a photography/camera shop for extra cash
Get canvas-selling business set up and on the road
Back up ALL hard disc drives literally every week or set it up to do this automatically - I learnt the hard way :(
Get married *girly squee*
Get driving - pass test
~~Buy an artist's easel and take up painting / drawing again as a full-time hobby~~
Make TIME for this hobby
Get entire hallway and living room finished by the end of 2010

It would also be cool to work with Stefano Brunesci, (h ttp://www.stefanobrunesci.com) John Barone, (http://johnbarone.co.uk/) do some fashion with Wayne Johns (http://www.waynejohns.com/) and work in Hong Kong with Teddy So at Studio T (http://www.fotop.net/studiot)

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Biography

Hellooooo. I'm Chiara :)

I'm a confident woman, comfortable in my own skin and rarely without a head full of ideas.

I was born February 17th 1986 at St Mary's hospital, Portsmouth and lived in various places in the area until earlier this year when I moved away to central London for more opportunities in modelling and art.

I was mostly a classical musician during my teenage years; took lots of piano exams, taught piano, entered & won local music festivals, played for concerts & dinners, and started to play the pipe organ at weddings, funerals & church services.

I'm now just a model and an artist though. I sell my artwork, which is mainly acrylic on canvas and lots of drawings and I also like to sculpt. I travel a lot, I love dancing, Sixties rock, listening to Mozart operas and generally getting a bit wild.

I'm generally in good shape and enjoy going jogging & practising yoga.. I also love food, hehe!

I enjoy a glass of Pinot or three on my days off and I love nothing better than relaxing in a hot, candle-lit bubble bath as I generally despise being cold.

I love massages, facials, looking after my skin & nails, experimenting with new make-up techniques & hair styles, and on rainy days if I'm not working, I'm probably found indulging all this to the max.

Modelling Terms & Inspiration

If I am getting on a bit, just remember so too is my creative spirit, hehe.

I am an artist, a chameleon, passionate..

I'm also eccentric, accommodating, musical, bohemian, creative, messy, inquisitive and warm.

I generally think outside the cylinder without having to think at all. I don't do or think anything in slight doses; it's all or nothing.

I still am very much a full-time model. Freelance modelling was my sole income until last year, and now I have two other jobs which include playing classical piano at dinners, concerts, weddings, other events, and I also take commissions for art - usually acrylic on canvas, but will happily discuss use of other mediums.
I am full-time self employed, which means I am available at all times of the the week and weekend, day and night for enquiries and bookings in any of the above fields.

Travel is not a problem and nowhere is too far. Travel expenses must be compensated please. Can offer reliable punctuality, a receipt upon arrival and an up-to-date passport. All travel expenses are from central London, unless otherwise stated.

Excellent references, telephone communication, (GOOD communication) and examples of your work are all required before any work is undertaken.

I have no tattoos (nor any desire to ever get one) or enhancements and my only piercing is one hole in each ear lobe.

References

- Met Cheryl at Lowford Studio, Southampton and I have to say that I was very impressed with her consummate professionalism and genuine warmth of personality. With us for almost 9 hours, she was empathic and enthusiastic in her work helping me to achieve the classical look I was after. I did not see her spirit flag once, delivering pose after pose, each one effortlessly and perfectly formed. She is a very special and gifted young woman and I hope that one day I may also get to listen to her play "Footsteps in the Snow" on the piano. If I never get to work with Cheryl again, I will be very disappointed and extremely grumpy for a long long time. - Arthur Hutchins, PHOTOGRAPHER, ARTIST.

- I had been wanting to work with Cheryl for a long time and when I finally did my only regret was not doing it before. She is without doubt one of the best models I have ever had the pleasure of working with and will definitely book her again. Cheryl has all the qualities you would expect in a professional model from great communication through to the ability to pose with or without direction. A five star rated shoot that produced some of my best ever pictures. - Scott Chappell, PHOTOGRAPHER.

- Had a great shoot with Cheryl. I've wanted to work with her for so long, finally got the chance and WOW she is a true professional and also fun whilst working. We are already talking about another shoot in August, so roll on August 2010! We got some great images. Thanks again, highly recommended 100%. - Kevin Burroughs, PHOTOGRAPHER.

- Have now had second shoot with Cheryl. Again great to work with, imaginative and good fun. Hope to work with her again soon. - Martin Seal, PHOTOGRAPHER.

- I've worked many times with Cheryl and she is an absolute delight to work with, never failing to offer inspirational input. A love and thoroughly recommended. - Robin Short, PHOTOGRAPHER.

- I had a productive shoot with Cheryl in my studio. She was very patient whilst I experimented with the studio lights! She was a pleasure to work with, outgoing and chatty whilst at the same time professional. Cheryl has a lovely figure and would be an excellent subject for any photographer. Highly recommended... - Mark Gilham, PHOTOGRAPHER, STUDIO OWNDER 'THE BEAUTY OF LIGHT'

- Cheryl is a great model. We had a really productive shoot and she put 100% into the work which showed. Very professional, punctual and a joy to be around. Highly recommended! - Spiros Politis, PHOTOGRAPHER.

- I worked with Cheryl at one of the Brighton group shoots, with all proceeds going to the Macmillan Breast Cancer charity. Cheryl was an excellent model: very polite, perfect skin, perfect body, didn't need any direction at all (but was able to pose as directed when required), extremely professional, and very patient. She's very comfortable as a model, and this feedback system cannot possibly do her justice... 5 stars out of 5, for sure! - Jason Yip, PHOTOGRAPHER.

- This is the second time that I have worked with Cheryl. She is easy to work with, has some very good ideas. I cannot praise her enough. Will definitely work with her again, Thanks for a great day. - John Hill, PHOTOGRAPHER.

- I had a shoot with Cheryl earlier today, she is stunningly beautiful and lovely to work with. Excellent communication beforehand, and enthusiastic throughout the shoot. I hope to work with her again very soon. Wow! - Racing Line Photography, PHOTOGRAPHER.

- Bloomin amazing... So easy to work with, a true professional and hopefully my future mentor in my new direction as a fashion photographer. I would work with Cheryl again and again at the drop of a hat and so should you... 11/10. - Matt Miller, PHOTOGRAPHER.

- Damn what a stunning model, an impromptu totally unplanned shoot at the Brighton group shoot (June '10) and the images just came together so easily, pose after faultless pose, this girl oozes quality and sex appeal, thank you Cheryl, looking forward to getting together later in the year for another shoot. - Joel Parr, PHOTOGRAPHER.

- Had a great shoot with Cheryl today. Very relaxed and good fun. I can not compliment Cheryl enough. A truly fantastic model that I have wanted to work with for a long time and i have finally managed to. A great day with some fantastic images. - Dave Kimber, PHOTOGRAPHER.

- Cheryl was polite at all times; although mainly known for figure work Cheryl is a really fine fashion model too. She gives an elegance to all her poses which is really lovely and gives her own input on lighting which is very valuable. I will not hesitate to recommend her to anyone and I am already considering doing another session with her next month. - Manuel Odabashian, PHOTOGRAPHER.

- Wow where to start.... Well have only shot with Cheryl once (so far!) but can say that I have fallen for her modeling abilities totally! Communication leading up to the shoot and on the day was first class. We worked on a loose framework of ideas and I can only say that the results rock. Cheryl was happy to try ideas out and contributes 110% to all that she does. Fabuolus poses, great understanding, so creative, stunning figure, fab looks and so adaptable. Totally totally totally recommended. - Peter Whitfield, PHOTOGRAPHER.

- Worked with Cheryl at an art nude workshop. A delight to work with and everything you could ask for from a pro model. Great communications, contributes to the shoot and happy to take direction. I can't wait to work with her again on a 1:1 basis. Would recommend to anyone without hesitation. - Gary Plumley, PHOTOGRAPHER.

- Worked with Cheryl yesterday at my art nude photographic course. She's not only a great model and easy to work with, but actively engages in the shoot and provides ideas and opinions. - Mikon Photography, PHOTOGRAPHER.

- 28th Jan, short notice shoot.. Cheryl really is a delight to work with, absolutely stunning and a professional model. Flawless skin, great wardrobe, excellent make-up skills and totally committed. Basically everything everyone else has already said.. Had a great 5 hour shoot and would definately work with her again. - Andy B, PHOTOGRAPHER.

- Cheryl is a dedicated and enthusiastic model. Easy to work with and direct. She has lots of clothes and accessories. Great for art nude and glamour. Recommended. - Peter Airs, PHOTOGRAPHER.

- Brilliant day shoot with Cheryl. Great to work with and easy to chat to. Very easy to work with, thanks. - David Hicks, PHOTOGRAPHER.

- I found Cheryl a fantastic and charming model to work with. She looks stunning and is highly organised and professional; during the shoot she was energetic and full of ideas. I worked at her house and surroundings and am really pleased at the great range of shots I managed to take. I'd definitely recommend her and would happily work with her again. - Andy Booth, (sister of Gemma Booth, http://www.gemmabooth.com/#/fashion/372) PHOTOGRAPHER.

- Yep, I worked with Cheryl a while back now - a quick evening shoot although very productive. She knows what she's doing and looks after herself properly. I think we'll be working again in the new year... - Jim Berriman, PHOTOGRAPHER.

- Worked with Cheryl at Studland, we were straight into it at the deep end with difficult failing light conditions. Cheryl was patient and understanding. I look forward to working with her again. - Stuart Freeman, PHOTOGRAPHER.

- Worked with Cheryl in Bristol recently and found her to be very friendly, professional and easy to work with. Would definitely work with Cheryl in the future! - Ian Pain, PHOTOGRAPHER.

- I worked with Cheryl at the Studland shoot and she is a friendly professional, easy to work with.. - Svetlana Goodridge, MAKE-UP ARTIST.

- Worked with Cheryl who had agreed to do a studio day in Bristol. I enjoyed my session with her. Found her to be hard working and professional and will have her back again in the future. - David Radford, PHOTOGRAPHER.

- Intelligent, creative, very hard working. Wished I had booked double the time in retrospect. Recommended unreservedly. - Steve Cantellow, PHOTOGRAPHER.

- I had a productive afternoon with Cheryl yesterday and she is awesome. She is a totally gorgeous model with a beautiful face, figure and skin. All her poses are elegant and natural. Cheryl is completely professional, highly creative and thoughtful. A dedicated model and is recommended 100% to any fellow photographer. - Karen Jones, PHOTOGRAPHER.

- I had a brief shoot with Cheryl at the Brownbread group shoot and I can only endorse the very positive comments made by other photographers. Few models can pose so naturally and create beautiful shapes time after time. Her attention to her whole body, right down to the shape of her hands sets her apart from other models. Highly recommended. - Alan Holden, PHOTOGRAPHER.

- Cheryl what can I say, an amazing model and without doubt very professional and very creative. Gave me 110% for all the shoots I worked with her and I am sure that will continue in the future. - Jason Wright, PHOTOGRAPHER.

- Had a great shoot with Cheryl at the Brighton group shoot, lovely figure, inspired model, highly recommended. - Jim Gordon, PHOTOGRAPHER.

- What can I say, this girl is stunning, worked closely with fashion and then art nude, and the photos were amazing. Put every effort into each pose. She has an amazing figure and I would recommend to any photographer to work with Cheryl. Look forward to the next time. - Darren Hayes, PHOTOGRAPHER.

- I can't praise Cheryl highly enough, she was very professional and has some great ideas of her own and she's not afraid to share them. She was my first artistic nude model and was very gentle with me. I would recommend her to any beginner who needs expert guidence. Thanks again and look forward to working with you again soon. - David Timpson, PHOTOGRAPHER.

- I shot with Cheryl the other day and found her to be very professional - considering poses carefully, reviewing and fine-tuning her work to get the best shot in a given outfit or set up. She is also very easy-going and nice to work with. Cheryl had been on my 'must work with' list for some time and I am glad I finally sorted out a shoot. When you book her, ask to see her trick with the latex skirt - it's a showstopper!!!! - Mark Adams, PHOTOGRAPHER.

- Cheryl is simply awesome to work with - in fact I'd put her in my top 3 models of all time... constantly enthusiastic and fun, adventurous and daring... and of course, simply stunning. Can't recommend highly enough! - Andrew Kent, PHOTOGRAPHER.

- It took a long time coming but finally got to do a shoot with Cheryl. A lovely looking model that is completely professional. Communicates well pre-shoot. She has many wonderful ideas of her own. Contributes 100% to get the best image and worked tirelessly. Needs little instruction with posing and is completely natural. Cheryl has a lovely sense of humour which helped on a long hot day. I cannot praise enough and would recommend to all. Really hope to work with her again. Thanks for a great day. - Shaun Hodge, PHOTOGRAPHER.

- Had a recent shoot with Cheryl and she was keen, positive and happy to work with my ideas and concepts and add her own thoughts and ideas into the mix. - John Tisbury, PHOTOGRAPHER.

- I worked with Cheryl at Graham Wood's studio, she's a real sweetheart, lovely to work with and very down to earth. - Rachel Thomas, MAKE-UP ARTIST / HAIR STYLIST.

- Lovely to look at, delightful to know and an unmitigated joy to work with, Cheryl is very, very special lady. Book her, you won't regret it, I certainly never have after getting on for half a dozen shoots. The results are plain to see on this website, and I am already planning another session. - Robin Short, PHOTOGRAPHER.

- Had a great day with Cheryl and got some lovely shots. She works hard and is easy to work alongside, taking direction when needed and improvising well. I would recommend her to anyone. - Chris Anderson, PHOTOGRAPHER.

- I met Cheryl at the Bristol Christmas party in December 2008 and was keen to arrange a shoot with her. Having done so, all I can say is WOW. Gorgeous looks, both in face and figure, charming, professional, enthusiastic and fun. Can't wait for the next one. - Ed Melville, PHOTOGRAPHER.

- Cheryl is one of the best models I've worked with. Great figure especially for art nude, works hard to get the shot, full of ideas and a lovely person too. Her communication before the shoot was 100% and arrived early for the shoot too. Not to be missed - I'll be booking her again soon. - Marcel Hibbart, PHOTOGRAPHER.

- I had the pleasure of working with Cheryl for the first but not the last time today. What a star! She cannot be recommended highly enough, such a professional model with a wicked sense of humour and really nice person too, made our shoot such a fun event and a high success rate of images from a never ending range of poses. - George Swift, PHOTOGRAPHER.

- Had my first studio photoshoot with Cheryl. She was fantastic. Completely got what we were trying to achieve and helped give me the confidence I needed to achieve it. Great. Book her! - Gordon Fraser, PHOTOGRAPHER.

- Oh yes! I have to agree with all the comments. Cheryl is an absolute sweetheart! Very friendly, beautiful and professional. I had only a quick shoot with her so I really hope to work with her again in the future. Very highly recommended! - Iveta Niklova, MODEL.

- A creative, intelligent, warm and artistic individual; Cheryl is without doubt a superb person to with and one whom I can recommend to you with reservation. Book her now - you will not be disappointed. - Christopher Ball, PHOTOGRAPHER, EROTIC ARTIST.

- Cheryl is fantastic to work with, she's professional and full of ideas. she's a wonderful person too and this makes the whole shoot a lot more relaxed and enjoyable. I just wanted to say thanks for the excellent work! - Alastair Ingason, PHOTOGRAPHER.

- Well what can I say, a truly remarkable portfolio and an outstanding shopwindow. The folio demonstrates a wide range of styles and strong contribution from the model. She clearly attracts very capable photographers, which is a major endorsement of her work. Clearly considerable thought has gone into the selection process for this portfolio and the arrangement of the images (something many people ignore). A very well toned body and attractive face may well have contributed to her success to date. I only have one recommendation and that is for her to include a couple more quality fashion shots, because she may be denying herself a segment of the market. There are a number of photographers around who don't shoot nude or glamour and it would be a shame if they felt she was outside of their remit. Well done. - Ken Pegg, PHOTOGRAPHER.

- Worked with Cheryl at a studio workshop and although she was full of cold she worked through it and was professional throughout. Stunning figure complete with a varied and interesting wardrobe. - Stuart Holden, PHOTOGRAPHER.

- Cheryl is a lovely lovely lady with an absolutely drop dead gorgeous figure ...and temperament to suit. ...and now I believe a good friend too.

What a super subject Cheryl is.. had a second shoot with her in Paris. What a trooper! Most constructive in addition to being an imaginative model.... takes great interest in the shoot ...and works tirelessly. Very highly recommended. Bon continuation! - Jim Rowbotham, PHOTOGRAPHER.

- What a star. Cheryl has all the ingredients of a fantastic model. Works well to direction, eager to learn and try new ideas, lovely skin, a natural look and a fantastic body. She was punctual and also has a great sense of humour. - Christopher Brick, PHOTOGRAPHER, LOWFORD STUDIO.

- Excellent young lady, great shape, skin, attitude and understanding! She's a real cracker! book her up! - Toby Carter, PHOTOGRAPHER.

- Cheryl is a pleasure to work with, totally open to direction and full of her own ideas to bring something new and special to each shoot/setup.. Very professional, great fun to work with and absolutely stunning. - Mark Cavill, PHOTOGRAPHER.

- Awesome. I can honestly say that Cheryl is one of the best models that I have shot. She has a fabulous figure and is full of ideas. She's very friendly and it was easy to strike up a rapport with her. The shoot was arranged at short notice and communications were very good. The only downside was that I ended up listening to the sodding Doors for nigh on 8 hours. Still the pictures rock even if the Lizard King no longer does. Would work with her again. - Mick Waghorne, PHOTOGRAPHER.

- Cheryl is an absolute delight to work with. Very professional and willing to give it all to get the picture. Cheryl, with stunning unique looks and a great sense of humour is a model not to miss. An inspiration still after 2 years! - Steve Gamblin, PHOTOGRAPHER.

- Cheryl is wonderful, and I don't say that lightly. She has ideas, she's easy to get on with, and of course she looks wonderful. - Ashley Pomeroy, PHOTOGRAPHER.

- Wow! Cheryl really is a gem in front of the camera. An absolute joy to work with, she just knows the moves for the right look and takes direction easily. - Lester Coates, PHOTOGRAPHER.

- Wow, only spent an hour with Cheryl at the Studland House shoot, but what an hour. Rearranging the hotel's sitting room, we got through a vast range of poses, she was a delight to work with. Amazing model. - Russ Burrows, PHOTOGRAPHER.

- Met Cheryl at Studland House. She is an absolutely stunning model and lovely person to work and socialize with, looking forward to the next time. - Tina Marsh, MODEL.

- What a great find, thanks to Tony Nutley for recommending her. Cheryl is not only beautiful and in possession of a perfect figure, but she is also fun and easy to work with. Nothing was too much trouble for her. We produced some fantastic images together and I am sure we will be working together again soon. - John Evans, PHOTOGRAPHER.

- Absolute pleasure to work with. Good communications, talks well, clothes on or off, she has brilliant looks. Don't know when, but only hope I get to have the pleasure of another shoot soon. - Mark Edwards, PHOTOGRAPHER.

- Cheryl is an absolute star! Came to a short-notice shoot bang on time with a ton of gear and was an absolute pleasure to work with. Poses beautifully and knows how to put on make-up. Very helpful, chatty, funny and clever she couldnt put a foot wrong - dont even hesitate - book her! One of the best shoots I have ever had. - Gary Wallace, PHOTOGRAPHER.

- Thank you for a productive and interesting day which I hope to be the first of many. - Graham Wood, PHOTOGRAPHER, RED ROSE STUDIO.

- A star. Easy to work with. Productive. helpful. Numerous bookings. Always turns up. Always reliable. Always stunning. - Graham Wood, (a few months later) PHOTOGRAPHER, RED ROSE STUDIO.

- I enjoyed our shoot immensely and can highly recommend her. She is a complete natural in front of the camera and I will definitely be working with her again soon. She is an absolute star. - David Ballard, PHOTOGRAPHER.

- One of the most perfect bodies I've seen after 5 long years of photography. She's ace and I can't wait to shoot her again. - Tim Jones, PHOTOGRAPHER.

- Can you use too many superlatives to describe a model? One of the best, if not the best, models I have worked with. Knows her body and how to use it to best effect. Works with the photographer to turn ideas into great images. - Keith Griffiss, PHOTOGRAPHER.

- I've worked with Cheryl 4 times now and every shoot has been a total success. Stunning model, always puts everything into the shoot, would highly recommend. - Jim Bateman, PHOTOGRAPHER.

- Carlsberg don't do art nude models but if they did... Honestly, this was the best shoot I have ever had. Cheryl gets involved in all aspects of the shoot and studio time spent with her is hugely rewarding. Creative, compassionate and hugely jolly, you'll come away with some excellent results. I think I've found my muse! - Bob Dixon, PHOTOGRAPHER.

- Cheryl is absolutely brilliant! Weather forced a change to our plans, had to work indoors with minimal lights etc. but really great results thanks to a great model. - Stephen Plant, PHOTOGRAPHER.

- Cheryl is a gorgeous, graceful model, infectiously enthusiastic and fun. - Clive Welch, PHOTOGRAPHER.

- Cheryl & I have shot loads of times now and I have been priviliged to see her figure blossom and for her to become one of the best models around. An absolute joy to work with and photograph with her bubbly personality, excellent communication, creative skills and total commitment to getting some great shots. - Keith Curtis, PHOTOGRAPHER.

- Cheryl is a great model, she does everything asked of her only better than you'd expect. I used her to check some lights out, the idea was just to muck around not expect anything. What I got was a mass of useable pictures, she's so good you cannot fail to get great pictures. I'd book her and book her, she's awesome. - Tony Nutley, PHOTOGRAPHER.

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