A few people have recently asked me how I approach models and talk to them at events such as the upcoming Hot Import Nights San Mateo. Well, it’s quite simple actually; talk to them like people because that’s what they are. Regardless of their occupational choice, the way they look, or how much they may seem to intimidate you, there is nothing different about these individuals; humans are humans.

Do what you need to do, and get it done! If you want to ask a model to pose on your car, ask them! I’m sure they would appreciate the offer and the exposure just as much as you would like the pictures to show off. If you want to ask a model for a picture with them, do it! Now if you are trying to get a date, I wouldn’t necessarily say that an event such as Hot Import Nights San Mateo is the right time to do it. Can you imagine how many people are trying to do the same thing? It’s highly doubtful that you are going to be able to grab their attention (unless you are just that good) and have her single you out for whatever reason in a huge crowd. The best thing I can suggest is to try to get some kind of contact information and do what you need do after the event is over. If you are just trying to play grabass well…whatever.

Often times, these models (especially models at Hot Import Nights San Mateo) have huge crowds around them and it’s even harder to get to these ladies let alone ask if you can drag them away from their booth for pictures with your car. In actuality, sometimes the models cannot leave their booths for things like that so the best time to catch them is actually BEFORE the show opens to the public. Right after models have gotten dressed and their booth is setup, models are usually lingering around having fun. This is the perfect time to introduce yourself and get a few snaps in before the swarms come in.

If you are specifically looking for someone to pose with your car, sometimes you will run into models who think they are God’s gift to nature. It will be quite obvious who these “models” are. They are the “models” who don’t even bother talking to you let alone give you a smile. When you come across one of these “models,” do yourself a favor and don’t bother continuing to pursue them.

Needless to say, the entire text within this post is all from personal experience of doing media at events for over five years. I too have run into my share of dumb lines… If a model tells you, “Come back later and I will do it for you,” take that line as a hint and keep hunting. My personal favorite line of all time happened at Extreme Model Fest at the Glas Kat club in San Francisco several years back. The model literally told me, “I charge for pictures.” Seriously, what’s the deal? I’m there to promote you…idiot! And it’s not like she knew I wasn’t media. I was taking pictures before the event was open to the public.

I hope you can learn from my experiences. Have fun and make some new friends!

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