Richmond Modeling Digitals
By Brandon Andre Partner
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What are modeling digitals?
Modeling digitals are simple, unretouched photos that show your natural appearance to agencies and clients. You'll need them as the foundation of your modeling portfolio—they're what agencies look at first to determine your potential. At Brandon Andre Photography, we'll capture digitals that honestly represent your look while highlighting your strengths.
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 Richmond 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.
Portfolio Development: Your Gateway to Modeling Success
You're standing at the threshold of your modeling career, and there's one vital element that'll either swing doors wide open or leave them firmly shut: your portfolio of modeling digitals.
Without professional modeling digitals that highlight your natural features, proportions, and potential, you'll find yourself struggling to gain traction in an industry that moves at lightning speed. Every successful model has invested in quality digitals as their foundation, creating that essential bridge between raw potential and professional opportunity.
When you're building your portfolio, the quality of your digitals isn't something to overlook. Many aspiring models make the significant mistake of using smartphone snapshots or overly stylized images that mask their true appearance.
Agencies need to see the real you—your skin texture, true proportions, and natural expressions—all captured with perfect lighting that doesn't distort or flatter artificially. Working with a photographer trusted by leading agencies means you're not just getting pictures; you're getting industry-standard images that speak the visual language agents are fluent in. This expertise extends to serving models throughout Richmond and beyond, ensuring your portfolio meets national and international standards.
You'll find that professional model digitals aren't an expense—they're an investment that continues paying dividends throughout your career. Each time an agency opens your portfolio, those first few seconds of review determine whether you'll receive a callback or be passed over. Your digitals serve as silent advocates, demonstrating not only your physical attributes but also your professionalism and understanding of industry expectations. As you progress in your career, you'll continually update these foundational images, documenting your evolution and presenting your current look to new opportunities.
The models who succeed aren't necessarily the most naturally gifted—they're the ones who've built and maintained portfolios that effectively highlight their potential and adaptability.
Get Agency-Ready with Professional Model Digitals That Highlight Your True Look
Having the right digitals can mean the difference between getting signed and getting overlooked. At Brandon Andre Photography Partners, you'll work with a professional who understands exactly what agencies are looking for—because they shoot for them regularly. Our approach captures your natural features with clean, professional lighting that emphasizes your potential without excessive retouching.
You don't need to worry about awkward poses or unflattering angles. We'll guide you through simple, industry-standard poses that let your unique qualities shine through. Our clients throughout Richmond and beyond appreciate that we focus on creating honest representations that agencies trust, not overly produced images that misrepresent your look.
When opportunity knocks, you need to be ready. That's why we deliver your finished digitals the same day as your shoot. You'll walk away with a complete set of agency-approved photos that you can submit immediately. Your modeling career shouldn't be held back by poor quality images or slow turnaround times. We’ll make sure you have everything you need to take that next professional step forward.
Modeling in Richmond
Richmond boasts a dynamic modeling industry, supported by several reputable agencies and events:
Modeling Agencies:
Modelogic: A full-service modeling agency representing a wide variety of talent across all different sizes, ethnicities, and ages starting representation at the age of four.
Liquid Talent Agency: A premier talent agency in Virginia, specializing in connecting regional talent with national and international opportunities in film, TV, and fashion.
Hutson Talent Agency: A Virginia-based agency representing both union and non-union talent, including actors, models, singers, dancers, musicians, and look-a-likes.
Fashion Events:
RVA Fashion Week: An annual event showcasing local, national, and international designers, models, and beauty professionals. The weeklong event includes runway shows, a top design competition, workshops, fashion career day, and networking opportunities.
WEAR RVA – Rocking The Runway For A Cause: A fashion show that celebrates confidence, self-expression, and philanthropy, featuring local designers and models.
Runway Flash Walk in Carytown: An outdoor fashion event where models showcase the latest trends in the vibrant Carytown neighborhood.
More About Richmond, VA
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Location: Richmond is situated in east-central Virginia, at the fall line of the James River. It serves as the capital of the Commonwealth of Virginia and is an independent city, meaning it is not part of any county.
Population: As of 2025, Richmond has an estimated population of 231,007 residents.
Founded: Richmond was founded in 1737 by Colonel William Byrd II. He inherited the former Stegg lands on both sides of the James River from his father and became known himself as the “Father of Richmond”.
History: Richmond became Virginia’s center of government during the American Revolution when the capital was moved from Williamsburg. During the Civil War, it served as the capital of the Confederate States of America. Today, Richmond is known for its rich history, vibrant arts scene, and as a hub for fashion and culture in the region.
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City of Richmond Official Website – Access city services, news, and information.
Visit Richmond VA – Explore tourism, events, and visitor information.
Virginia Museum of Fine Arts – Delve into Richmond's rich art and cultural heritage through exhibits and events.