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rolando

Need two photographer assistants--

Want to learn white-balance techniques, how to use a Calfornia Sunbounce, OctaSunhaze, Bastard Amber gels, CTO's, figure-nude (our night shoot) lighting, beauty dishes, scrims, etc.? Want a chance to photograph a Playboy model and five other models on an exotic locale? Want to be at the same location Brad Pitt just filmed his latest movie? Want to learn by assisting? Want to spend a week in the U.S. Virgin Islands working on your tan?

I have a special Virgin Islands workshop coming up next month, dates are Aug. 7-12 (you can arrive w/me, the models and MUA on the 5th) and we're featuring six models--so if you'd like to spend a week on location were Brad Pitt just filmed his latest movie, this is what I'll offer for your help as a photographer's assistant. (BTW--no passport is required to visit the U.S.VI, just photo ID)

You can work for tips plus two free, two-day workshop that I offer personally (Not Samy's, Palm Beach Center, etc.) throughout the U.S.. You will be provided lodging and most meals, alcholic drinks are on you. You'll also have the opportunity to come two days early with me (August 5-12), the models, make-up, and you can work out any shooting with the models for those two days--that's between you and them. You can also watch me shoot for publication there too. We'll allow you to participate on the private shoot day (our last day before departure), only after the official attendess have taken their time slots. Models include at least one Playboy and FHM, Maxim models. Your responsibility is your flight, airport code is STT. I fly out of San Antonio and would prefer you fly out of SAT too, so we can travel together, but don't have too--that is flexible. (Dates for assistants, models, make-up and me only, are Aug. 5-12) Arrival and departures are preferred mid-afternoon, not too early or late as we take a 5-minute ferry to a special island were we stay.

Right now I'll consider two assistants. You cannot bring a companion, space is limted and this location, while the houses we stay in have indoor plumbing, kitchens, DSL, satelite TV, phone, etc., you will not be staying in a 4-star hotel, though the accomdations are better than a tent. This is my 16th workshop there and 17th time personally. It gets better everytime. If you choose to apply to come, you only need jeans to travel up there and back, the rest of the time it's shorts and t-shirts, bring your razor to shave on the last day.

If you elect to do this, I will also deduct $300 off your own Virgin Islands workshop slot for a future date in 2009 (pick one from my currently posted dates) provided you book it before space runs out. This will give you an advantage when it's your turn to come back as an "official" photographer for the whole time! Let me know ASAP, as I have only limited slots for this. You will still get the two, free (fee waived, you have to get there) two-day, traditional, weekend workshops I offer. If you want, you can even attend my San Antonio one-day workshop this Sat., Aug 2nd which includes Playboy Playmate Holley Dorrough as one of the models.

For more information, send me your phone number and time to call. Keep in mind, you do not have to be athletic, no serious medical conditions as some physical work is required, so don't apply if you have back problems or can't walk up stairs. The portable battery packs are 23lbs., think about three gallons of milk. It does get hot, but that's what we have the swimming pool for! The hot tub is for the night, to relax.

So in summary for assisting you get the following:

1. The opportunity to shoot before the attendees get there, choice of seven beautiful models to work with.

2. All lighting equipment is provided, you just bring camera, film/cards, lenses, and a great attitude. Laptops are optional, but we have DSL there too along with TV and phone.

3. Two free, two-day (traditional) weekend workshops on me, about a $600-700 value.

4. The possibility to earn some money off tips.

5. Lodging, meals and non-alcholic drinks.

6. Time to visit St. Thomas.

7. Optional (plus the above). If you book a slot for a 2009 workshop, you will receive a $300 discount off the advertised (todays) price.

To apply ASAP, first-come, first serve, PM me here with all your details and a contact phone and best time to call. I would also email just in case at rolando@rolandogomez.com. Thanks, rg sends!

(Sheila from Houston is one of the models attending that you can photograph while there)

(Last book cover shot there)

(actual location)

(Rangefinder Magazine Cover shot there, with Playboy SE Model Laura F. She will be attending, you can photograph her there.)

ShutteredEye · 07-26-2008, 12:25 PM

So, basically we'd be responsible for our airfare, lodging, and meals?

rolando · 07-26-2008, 12:32 PM

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Originally Posted by ShutteredEye

So, basically we'd be responsible for our airfare, lodging, and meals?

Just airfare, any meals you do when in St. Thomas, if on location, we have that covered. No lodging costs once on location. I hope that helps, thanks, rg sends!

Dobick · 07-26-2008, 12:40 PM

Rolando,
As I told you on the phone, I totally wish I could do this again.

For anyone who reads this post and is thinking about it, I just want to say that this is an amazing deal, and if my schedule allowed it, I would be all over this in a heartbeat.

Not much beyond that to add.

ShutteredEye · 07-26-2008, 12:53 PM

Oi. I was getting excited, I actually have that time off anyway. I was even looking at flights.

Then my wife saw your example pics, and nixed the trip on the spot. Dang it.

MarcoFromHouston · 07-26-2008, 01:38 PM

I had the opportunity to work as an assistant with Rolando in the Virgin Islands back in June. It was awesome!!!!!

JUMP ON THIS OPPORTUNITY!!!!! I learned so much and met some amazing people. Plus one week in Paradise with beautiful women and tons of photography equipment...... it can not get any better than that!!
these are from my trip:

Cowboy33 · 07-26-2008, 05:00 PM

Rolando once again thanks for the opportunity!

Chuck

vinylgurl · 07-26-2008, 06:22 PM

I would have loved to have this opportunity to do this. I have been looking for someone that I could help assist and learn from. Next time I will definitely jump on the chance to have this amazing experience.

Breezy · 07-26-2008, 10:52 PM

Man I would love to do this if the dates were just a little differently lol. But "I" have to take the kids to camp on the 10th :(
I will be looking at for the next one :D