New Orleans Modeling Digitals
By Brandon Andre Partner
Coming soon…
What are modeling digitals?
Modeling digitals (also called polaroids or digital cards) are simple, natural photos that show your authentic look without editing or excessive styling. You'll need them as your modeling "resume". Agencies use them to assess your potential and clients use them for casting decisions. At Brandon Andre Photography, we'll guarantee your digitals meet industry standards while showcasing your unique qualities.
Modeling digitals are one of the most important tools for getting signed by a modeling agency. Whether you're submitting to a top agency or a local one, they all require clean, natural images that show your face, physique, and presence — no heavy makeup, no distractions, just great lighting and simple outfits.
While it's possible to take them on a phone, most models see better results working with a professional photographer who can guide them into the exact poses agencies want to see.
What is a By Brandon Andre Partner?
When you book a shoot on this page, you’re working with an official By Brandon Andre Partner — a trusted photographer in your city who’s been hand-selected and trained to shoot modeling digitals the Brandon Andre way. Every partner follows the same style guide, lighting standards, posing direction, and clean aesthetic that Brandon is known for. They’re an extension of his brand — offering the same high-quality results at a more accessible rate.
Brandon personally vets and oversees all partners to ensure you get the images agencies want to see. That means no guessing, no over-editing, no bad lighting — just clean, professional modeling digitals that actually help you get signed. You’re getting Brandon’s system, look, and expertise — at a more affordable price, right in your city.
Who is By Brandon Andre?
Brandon Andre is one of the most trusted names in the modeling industry — known globally as the go-to expert for modeling digitals and model development. With over 90,000 followers across TikTok and Instagram, he's the host of the #1 model podcast, “Industry Talk with Brandon Andre,” where he interviews top models, agents, casting directors, and insiders from every corner of the industry.
He’s worked closely with every major modeling agency worldwide, offering digital sessions in Los Angeles, New York, Miami, London, and Paris, and has helped launch countless modeling careers through his network and ecosystem.
Pricing
All sessions booked with By Brandon Andre Partner’s are shot in studio. Receive final images in 1-3 days.
1 look Model Digital Session- $300
A 30 minute session that includes one outfit & all raw files.
2 looks Model Digital Session - $330
A 60 minute session that includes two outfit & all raw files.
Preparing for your session
Please take a moment to review my Model Digitals Checklist before your session — it will help you feel fully prepared and ensure a smooth shoot with my partner photographer.
How This Session Moves You Closer to Getting Signed
If you're trying to get signed, your model digitals are the first thing an agency will judge — and they need to be right. This session with my trusted New Orleans partner is designed to give you exactly that: clean, natural, professional images that highlight your potential.
Whether you're just starting out or updating your look, this is your chance to create the kind of digitals that actually get noticed — guided by the same system I've used to help launch models all over the world.
Modeling Digital FAQs
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You’ll be working with a trusted By Brandon Andre Partner — a professional photographer who has been hand-selected and trained to shoot digitals in Brandon’s signature style. Every partner follows the same lighting, posing, and quality standards to ensure your digitals match what top agencies expect. After booking, you’ll receive a confirmation email with all the details of your session, including your photographer’s contact info, so you can connect with them in advance if needed.
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The experience and process are the same — the only difference is location and price. Brandon’s partners offer the same trusted system at a more accessible rate in cities where Brandon isn’t currently shooting. You’ll still receive the same standards, editing workflow, and guidance from Brandon’s team behind the scenes.
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No — modeling digitals are meant to be raw and natural, exactly how agencies request them. However, you can add the “Digital Selects” option for $15 when booking. With that upgrade, Brandon will personally select the strongest images from your session and lightly enhance them (removing discoloration) for a more polished, agency-ready presentation. If you don’t choose this add-on, you’ll receive all raw, unedited images straight from the camera.
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If you have a few temporary blemishes, it’s fine — you can wear light concealer if needed. But if you’re experiencing a major breakout, it’s best to reschedule so you can show your skin at its best. Please note: there are no refunds once your session is booked, but you may reschedule once, as long as it’s at least 24 hours in advance.
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You’re allowed one reschedule as long as you provide at least 24 hours’ notice. Sessions canceled or rescheduled with less than 24 hours' notice may be subject to a rebooking fee. Full details are shared in your confirmation email.
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Raw images are typically delivered within 48–72 hours after your session. If you add Digital Selects, those will follow shortly after Brandon completes the review and enhancement process.
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Yes. Brandon has worked closely with every major modeling agency in the world, and his digitals system is trusted across the industry. Every session — whether shot by Brandon or one of his partners — is designed to meet the exact standards agencies look for.
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Yes — you can add a 1-on-1 coaching call with Brandon Andre when booking your session. After your shoot, you’ll meet with him over Zoom, where he’ll review your digitals, help identify the agencies that are the best fit for your look, and answer any questions you have about submitting or starting your modeling journey.
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You'll need to update your digitals whenever there's a significant change in your appearance – haircuts, color changes, weight fluctuations, or approximately every 6-12 months. If you're actively pursuing modeling work in San Francisco, having current digitals is vital as agencies need to present clients with accurate representations of how you look right now.
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While you could attempt self-taken digitals, agencies can immediately spot amateur photos. You'll make a stronger impression with professionally captured digitals that emphasize your features correctly. With 13+ years of fashion photography experience, we recognize exactly what agencies are looking for in the San Francisco market.
Why Digital Model Photos Make or Break Your Portfolio
As a model, your digitals are your first impression in the industry. They're not just snapshots, they're powerful marketing tools that display your natural look, body proportions, and versatility to agencies and clients. Without strong digitals, even the most promising talents can be overlooked in today's competitive market.
You've likely heard contradicting advice about what makes great model digitals. The truth is, they need to be simple yet technically flawless—properly lit, professionally composed, and genuinely representative of your current appearance. Brandon Andre Partners specialize in capturing these crucial images that highlight your unique features while meeting industry standards expected by top agencies and clients throughout New Orleans and beyond.
When you're serious about advancing your modeling career, investing in professional digitals isn't an option, it's a requirement. With Brandon's model development expertise, you'll receive guidance on poses, expressions, and presentation that elevate your portfolio from amateur to professional. The difference is immediately noticeable to industry professionals who review hundreds of submissions daily, giving you a significant competitive advantage in the New Orleans modeling scene.
How Do Modeling Digitals Increase Your Chances of Signing With An Agency?
Model digitals are the first impression agencies have of you, and first impressions matter profoundly in the competitive modeling industry. When you submit photos shot by Brandon Andre Partners, you're showcasing yourself through the lens of a working fashion photographer who understands exactly what agencies are looking for. These aren't just pretty pictures—they're strategic tools designed specifically to highlight your true potential and marketability.
Your digitals need to show your natural look with clean, professional lighting that reveals your bone structure, proportions, and skin without heavy editing or distracting elements. Brandon's experience shooting for actual fashion clients means he knows how to capture those agency-approved angles and expressions that demonstrate your versatility and photogenic qualities. You'll receive guidance on posing that feels natural while meeting industry standards—a balance that amateur photographers often miss.
Getting signed requires quick action when opportunities arise. With fast delivery service for models throughout New Orleans, you won't miss application deadlines or casting calls. Many models have secured agency interest the same day using Brandon's professional digitals because they stand out among the countless amateur submissions agencies receive daily. The investment in professional model digitals isn't just about better photos—it's about profoundly improving your chances in an industry where presentation determines who gets through the door.
Modeling In New Orleans
New Orleans boasts a dynamic modeling industry, supported by several reputable agencies and events:
Modeling Agencies:
FT45 Agency: A full-service talent and creative media agency in New Orleans, providing leading talent and creative professionals for the advertising, fashion, and entertainment industries.
Fame Agency: South Louisiana's largest full-service model and talent agency, representing union and non-union talent for TV and film, fashion and print, conventions and trade shows, commercials, corporate events, and promotions.
CM Models: An international modeling agency offering services for photo shoots, fashion shows, campaigns, and commercials, with a network spanning across the globe.
Fashion Events:
New Orleans Fashion Week: Recognized as the Southern Region's premier platform for designers, models, and beauty professionals to showcase their fashion and talent. The weeklong event includes runway shows, a top design competition, workshops, fashion career day, and networking opportunities.
Snow Queen's Fashion Show and Luncheon: Hosted by the Houston Ballet, this event features a fabulous fashion show, lunch, and wine, with fashions provided by Saks Fifth Avenue.
More About New Orleans, LA
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Location: New Orleans is situated in southeastern Louisiana, along the Mississippi River, near the Gulf of Mexico. It serves as the largest city in the state and is the parish seat of Orleans Parish.
Population: As of 2025, New Orleans has an estimated population of 351,399 residents.
Founded: New Orleans was founded in the spring of 1718 by the French Mississippi Company under Jean-Baptiste Le Moyne de Bienville. The city was named in honor of Philippe II, Duke of Orléans, then-regent of the Kingdom of France.
History: New Orleans has a rich and diverse history influenced by French, Spanish, African, and Creole cultures. It became a significant port city due to its strategic location along the Mississippi River. In 1803, the United States acquired Louisiana, including New Orleans, through the Louisiana Purchase. The city played a pivotal role in the development of jazz music and is renowned for its vibrant cultural festivals, including Mardi Gras.
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City of New Orleans Official Website – Access city services, news, and information.
New Orleans Tourism – Explore tourism, events, and visitor information.
New Orleans Museum of Art – Delve into New Orleans' rich art and cultural heritage through exhibits and events.