Local Photographer had sex with 15 y.o girl?

Photographer - also commonly known as the camera man. I have multiple friends in the industry and all I can say about this industry is that it's messed up. The easy access of DSLR cameras did not help the industry at all. I've worked with photographer that earn thousands of dollar for just a single shoot and I've seen client going to so call photographer that shoot for $50 for a 3 hour event. No, I am not saying that client should not encourage new blood but my point here is that the entry into this industry is just way too easy.

I'm a photographer too. Some how.

So the person standing behind the camera is known as the photographer and that makes the one standing in front of the camera the model right? So basically it really sounds good to any girl or actually anyone who wants the little fame or money to take the job up no? It's a simple task, just simple and be pretty right? With that many photographer, I am sure it's not easy to make a person a model? 

No need study lor, everyone can be model.

What I am trying to say here is that the industry entry is too easy, and that gives everyone the equal chance to be in the industry including some bad horses. There is this certain forum that likes to do Take For CD or more commonly known as TFCD (I guess it's more TFDVD these days though.) which simply means a few guys cummingcoming together, pay a few underage girls models to wear skimpy clothing and take some picture. It's not for client, it's for nothing. Some of these people do it as a hobby and some just want to take the chance to meet these girls. Frankly if it's a hobby you can shoot anyone and anything like some of my friends. You do not need to only shoot young girls.

Of course, shooting them and letting them go home in a piece ain't the worst after reading this new scandal. And where else other than our local favorite forum - EDMW. 

 In summary, there are rumours about this photographer going around asking girls to shoot and even till the extend of asking them to do indecent act. I am not involved in this incident in anyway and don't quote me cause I am only reading information off EDMW as well.

Pictures from EDMW.

Seriously, this is not uncommon if you asked me. It's pretty common on how guys use such tricks to get close to girls. It works the same way for many industry. Especially with facebook, guys can easily click on any girls and send them a message and up sell themselves. How do I know? Because I do that too but I am not the cool photographer. I've been in the events/talent management/community management business for long enough to be thick skin enough to approach anyone remotely marketable. From show talent, show girl, models, bloggers, regardless of age, shape, size or gender and from experience, with working opportunity - people reply you.

It is not against the law for these people to be lurking around the corner and put you into trouble(unless the trouble part happened.) thus it is always important to protect yourself especially for the ladies. I've heard stories about girls meeting new event manager, going into industry and worked but not getting paid. Not getting pay is a small issue, it's always better than those who got rape or molested.

In this case, it seems like to me the girl agreed to have sex cause she was too turned on, so frankly I've no clue why she is sharing this and "flaming" this guy. Maybe for the 15 yr old, yes, it's bad thing that he suggested that to a 15 yr old but I am glad the 15 yr old is smart enough to say no. Well I guess such black horse in the industry should be name and shame. 

I guest the carrot on the other end of money and fame gets victim aboard easily, here are a few things you could do to avoid putting yourself into any unwanted trouble.

Tips on being a model/talent in Singapore. 

1. Always google or "CSI" this person on different social network or any friends in the industry to find out more about this person.

2. If it is a photoshoot, always get someone to go with you. Even if it is a girl at least you have someone.

3. Always have black and white paper work, be it real contract, e-mail or even SMS. Truth be told that a lot of such ad-hoc jobs are actually not covered by MOM so never ever threaten an event manager that you will complain to MOM cause that only shows that you know nothing but at least keep all these Black and white to put it onto sites or even Stomp him.

4. With regards to money, always ask for deposit or maybe 50% before job if you do not know that certain person. Losing half is always better than losing all.

5. Never sign any contract blindly, yes I know I mentioned black and white and I know you are no lawyer but at least read it up a little or get a 2nd opinion.  In case where you are meeting for the 1st time and that person insist in you signing something, tell him or her you need to check with someone else, I.E: Father, Mother, your current manager or anyone.

6. If it is a photoshot or video, always ask for proper release form just in case. We have no idea where that person is going to send the photos or videos to, always be safe than be sorry. 

7. Nude photo shoot - better be careful with the photographer's credential, always bring a close friend and ask for all the images. Even if it is implied nude, make sure there are no other cameras around or even at the changing room. You don't want to get famous this way. I hope.

I am no pro but the above is my 2cent worth. :)

Mr.Smith, hi intro please? Sleep with me and I make you famous okay? (like Tammy NYP.)