2013 Photoshoot Poll

Photoshoot Date Poll

It has been quite a while since there was an Abandoned In Detroit photoshoot. The poll at left and on the sidebar of the website is being used to determine interest in holding a shoot this year. There is a location on W Fort St that I've been watching for a few years and this would be a good time to use it.

Entrance Fee Reduced

A ONE-TIME project entrance fee is used - which paying once means you are on the roster of member talent and welcome to attend the shoot. So if you've already paid in the past you've got an invitation to the shoot headed your way. Considering the amount of activity the project has had and recent involvement, this fee is being dramatically reduced from $100 to $30 at this time.

Designer Heather Golden's outfits at the Dequindre Cut on August 26, 2007

Why Join The Project?

Connections are a major factor toward success in any business. This project has drawn talent through shoots and related events since 2005. A number of designers have brought their early work in and shown it off during the shoots. Runway models have been found and talent connections for photographers, makeup artists, accessory designers, hair stylists continue to happen.

We have visited locations which have gone through remarkable changes, such as the Dequindre Cut (shown above) before it was developed into an activity path. We can't predict the future too specifically, but we know the landscape of Detroit is going through a lot of changes. Talent from the project have also gone through changes as well - hopefully those involved in past shoots will come back and join a shoot again this year.

September 18 - Fall 2011 Flyer & Registration

Above is the flyer for the Fall 2011 photo shoot. The registration page has been updated to collect information for the upcoming shoot.

Key Dates to Note

A planning meeting and phone in conference will be held August 18 from 7-8pm. It is being planned a full month in advance of the shoot to enable and encourage project members to bring additional talent to the shoot. If group arrangements are to be made this gives more time to work details through. The location discussion will also be of interest as a status report will be offered on where we are planning to shoot - and plans are for a space that all will love.

The Detroit Design Festival starts the week of the photoshoot from Wednesday to Wednesday Sept 21-28. A rehearsal for all talent registered for the project (existing and into the upcoming Sept 18 shoot) will be held on September 16. We will be creating the presentation sequence for the fashion show coming September 25. This will also be the time for designers to fit models for both the shoot and the upcoming show.

This is an exciting time coming up for the project with many activities.

What To Bring

The Spring photoshoot is just a few hours from now and you might be thinking... what is supposed to be in my bag for the event? The base location for this shoot is Red Door Gallery, 7500 Oakland St, Detroit 48211. The locations will be in the Northend / Central neighborhoods which are going through a lot of change at present. A number of community meetings have been happening plotting out a vision for the future of the neighborhood and this shoot will have appropriate placements.

Everyone

Bring a bottle or two of water, a snack, comfortable shoes for walking, a flashlight, and a cell phone for communications. A recharger or extra cell phone batteries is a good thing as well.

Models

Two changes of clothing to include a casual look and something dressy and easy to accessorize. The outfits should be foundations for creating a look. Layers work well as they permit mix and match and for group photos it becomes easier to bring together common styles. Casual jeans, a dark t-shirt, a light t-shirt, a couple belts, about 4-6 pairs of shoes mostly heels, plus the walking shoes. Underwear options such as strapless/convertible bra makes for easier wear under a variety of outfits, colors for underwear should be flesh color or black. A night-club style dress. Fun separates for going out - skirt, pants, tops. PLEASE don't OVERPACK. If there is anything you need to bring in abundance it is accessories... for some reason we haven't had many accessories designers/stylists at the photoshoot events. We will likely leave a lot of what you bring at the base location and return to pull from it as needed.

Photographers

Make sure you bring lots of memory/film for camera. A recharger for your batteries or spares is a smart thing. Reflectors and bounce boards help bring natural fill light into images. The weather forecast says we'll have GORGEOUS partly cloudy skies and highs in the mid-60s.

Stylists

The responses from models for this specific shoot have been lower than expected, especially given six months of awareness. We will likely have less than a dozen models to work with. That makes it easier to bring outfits and styling accessories. If possible please prepare for 12 models and if we have fewer there can be change-outs to cover what is brought. Model sizes vary a lot for these shoots with an average size of 3-4, and going from 0-16 generally.

Can't Make It?

Don't let transportation stand in the way - call 248-632-6156 between 8:30-9:30am and a fast network of carpools will be created. If you know someone else attending it is recommended to travel together as community.

Summer and Fall Shoots

Dates for the next shoots can be discussed at the Spring shoot. Tentative dates are Sunday July 10, and Sunday September 18.

Abandoned In Detroit Photoshoot 16

Call Stephen at 248-632-6156 to find out more about the event. This is taking place at a semi-developed space. There will be electric and limited lighting. There is no plumbing. Additional activity during the day will be assembly of a catwalk for the runway event. Lumber needs to be purchased, transported, hammers, nails, work team to build 4'x16' platform off the front of the stage. Need 2 4x8 sheets 3/8 plywood, framing lumber, and linoleum top surface.

14th photoshoot THIS Sunday, July 29

Click the flyer to see the event posting on Myspace.

Please call 248-632-6156 to get involved on the shoot. This will be one of the most exciting locations we've used yet. Check out the video below...