G4M's Last Model Standing Cycle 1 Round 1

G4M's "General Chat" Forum welcomes you to the 1st Round of Cycle 1 of G4M's Last Model Standing !!


The models are:

Aked
CeEJhAy_10
claydoh
crazycrepe
hard_hot
james jay
john ralph
Malificent
mrdreamboy
Onyn iS heRe
theTrueCallin
warlocke

The judges are:

Boytoy11
carlosantino
Ellis
Evian_Yohann
Juls2
lenin
mycomic
nonsense
Rafe_143
rotogold
SayNO
toyan
yoh_asakura
zavier.angel
ZephyrInTheS

The mechanics:

1. Every week, the contestants will submit a photo of themselves based on the weekly theme. The deadline for the pic to be e-mailed to the contest coordinator is Saturday night, 9:00 PM. No pic merits automatic elimination. The e-mail address is g4m.lms@gmail.com. The theme for the following week will also be announced on Saturday.

2. The judges' comments on the submitted photos will be posted in the blog and in the thread. Votes, however, will be submitted to the contest coordinator through either private messaging or e-mail. The judges will choose who they want to be the Model of the Week, as well as who they want to eliminate.

The judges must submit a 1st choice and a 2nd choice. Results will be primarily based on the 1st choice. The 2nd choice will only be used if a tie-breaker is needed. In cases of a tie, the 1st choice will count for 2 points and the 2nd choice will count for 1 point, and the contestant with the most points will either be the Model of the Week or the eliminated contestant, as appropriate.

The deadline for voting is Sunday night, 9:00 PM. We're implementing a 2-strikes-you're-out rule. If you do not submit either your critique or your vote for any 2 of the rounds, you will be eliminated as a judge.

3. The contest coordinator will announce the Model of the Week as well as who is eliminated in a new thread, latest Sunday night 10:00 PM. A new thread will also be created for the new round.

Additional rules/notes:

For contestants -- You can post as many pics as you want in the thread, but you need to choose only 1 pic as your official pic for that week. You can ask the audience to help you decide on which pic you will submit as your official entry if you're having difficulty deciding. Please make sure that you don't put any text on your photo.

For judges -- Minimize criticizing a contestants looks. All we're looking at is the quality of the photo (poses, angles, adherance to the theme, artistic and editorial value, etc.). For this competition, you will need to submit a critique (1 paragraph minimum) for each of the remaining contestants every week. We will impose a 2-strikes-you're-out rule starting from Round 1. At the end of the round, please e-mail your comments to the contest coordinator so they can be posted all at the same time for the contestants to see.

CYCLE 1 ROUND 1 THEME: THE HEAT IS ON

It's the middle of summer, and the days are hotter than ever. Your challenge this week is to come up with a high-fashion photo depicting the heat of summer.

Pics will be posted here: http://www.g4m-lms.tk
or http://www.g4m-lms.blogspot.com

Good luck to all the contestants! G4M's Last Model Standing Cycle 1 Round 1 starts NOW!

G4Ms Last Model Standing Cycle 1 Top 12

This is the official announcement of results for G4M's Last Model Standing Cycle 1's Auditions.

* * * *

Hi everyone! It's the moment we've all been waiting for all week. Tonight we finally find out who among those who auditioned made it as contestants for G4M's Last Model Standing, Cycle 1.

As we mentioned previously, this competition is an off-shoot of G4M's Next Top Model. That competition was one of G4M's most popular reality threads, with many people waiting each week to find out the results of each round. It seemed only natural that if we had lots of people wanting to join G4M's Next Top Model, then we would also have lots of people wanting to join G4M's Last Model Standing. So we opened the auditions, and waited for the people to pour into the thread.

And we kept on waiting. We waited for more than 2 weeks before we had enough auditioners to finally begin the competition. Still, the long wait doesn't matter now. What matters now is that in my hand I hold 12 pictures, and these pictures represent the 12 men who will be continuing on the journey towards becoming G4M's Last Model Standing.

* * * *

I will only call 12 names. The 1st model who made it to Cycle 1's Top 12 is...

= = = = = = = = = = = = = = = = = = = = = = = = =

john ralph


The judges thought that out of all the entries for the business attire theme, you submitted the edgiest photo. This bodes well for the rest of the competition.

Congratulations. You are now officially in the running towards becoming G4M's Last Model Standing.

* * * *

The 2nd model to make the Top 12 is...

= = = = = = = = = = = = = = = = = = = = = = = = =

hard_hot


You were the 2nd-placer during G4M's Next Top Model Cycle 2. Throughout that cycle, you consistently came up with great photos. The judges are excited to see what you can do in this competition.

Congratulations. You are now officially in the running towards becoming G4M's Last Model Standing.

* * * *

The 3rd model to make the Top 12 is...

= = = = = = = = = = = = = = = = = = = = = = = = =

Malificent


Though most of your photos have a femme theme, the judges see that you have a potential to be a top model, regardless of which gender you choose to portray.

Congratulations. You are now officially in the running towards becoming G4M's Last Model Standing.

* * * *

Only 9 names remain. The 4th model to make the Top 12 is...

= = = = = = = = = = = = = = = = = = = = = = = = =

Onyn iS heRe


The judges liked the intensity you showed in your audition photos. They think you'll go a long way in this competition.

Congratulations. You are now officially in the running towards becoming G4M's Last Model Standing.

* * * *

The 5th model to make the Top 12 is...

= = = = = = = = = = = = = = = = = = = = = = = = =

claydoh


You did well in Cycle 3 of G4M's Next Top Model. Though your look is mainly commercial, the photos you submitted have an edge to them that the judges respond to.

Congratulations. You are now officially in the running towards becoming G4M's Last Model Standing.

* * * *

The 6th model to make the Top 12 is...

= = = = = = = = = = = = = = = = = = = = = = = = =

crazycrepe


You submitted photos that portrayed the commercial side of modelling. The judges were impressed that you could show this side, since a lot of your profile photos were edgy.

Congratulations. You are now officially in the running towards becoming G4M's Last Model Standing.

* * * *

Half of the Top 12 has already been called. Only 6 more names to go. The 7th model to make the Top 12 is...

= = = = = = = = = = = = = = = = = = = = = = = = =

james jay


The judges sense a bad boy streak in you that they feel will translate well into edgy, high-fashion photos.

Congratulations. You are now officially in the running towards becoming G4M's Last Model Standing.

* * * *

The 8th model to make the Top 12 is...

= = = = = = = = = = = = = = = = = = = = = = = = =

Aked


The judges think you have a very high-fashion look. They think that you can hone it through this competition.

Congratulations. You are now officially in the running towards becoming G4M's Last Model Standing.

* * * *

The 9th model to make the Top 12 is...

= = = = = = = = = = = = = = = = = = = = = = = = =

theTrueCallin


The judges like your strong features. We hope that you can use them to your advantage during each of the rounds.

Congratulations. You are now officially in the running towards becoming G4M's Last Model Standing.

* * * *

We're down to our last 3 names. The 10th model to make the Top 12 is...

= = = = = = = = = = = = = = = = = = = = = = = = =

CeEJhAy_10


The judges think you have a strong look. You can be both refined and rough, and this is something that will help you in the competition.

Congratulations. You are now officially in the running towards becoming G4M's Last Model Standing.

* * * *

The 11th model to make the Top 12 is...

= = = = = = = = = = = = = = = = = = = = = = = = =

mrdreamboy


You have a very commercial look. Your challenge in this competition will be to bring a edgier look to your photos in order to go far.

Congratulations. You are now officially in the running towards becoming G4M's Last Model Standing.

= = = = = = = = = = = = = = = = = = = = = = = = =

Before we announce the 12th and last model to make the Top 12 of Cycle 1, we'd first like to thank the 4 other models who didn't make it to the Top 12. Though your time with us may have been short, we hope that you have learned from this experience, and we hope that you continue to support G4M's Last Model Standing. You can re-audition for Cycle 2, and who knows you might make it to the Top 12 then.

* * * *

Finally, the 12th model to make the Top 12 is...

= = = = = = = = = = = = = = = = = = = = = = = = =

warlocke


The judges liked your business attire look. Be sure to continue taking fierce photos, and you'll do well as the weeks progress.

Congratulations. You are now officially in the running towards becoming G4M's Last Model Standing.

= = = = = = = = = = = = = = = = = = = = = = = = =


So there you have it folks. We finally have our Top 12 contestants for G4M's Last Model Standing Cycle 1. Round 1 officially starts now. This round the theme is "The Heat Is On". Please see the new thread "G4Ms LastModelStanding Cycle 1 Round 1" for details.

Thanks! :-)

For a recap of competition so far, and to view all the photos, please visit the website below:

http://www.g4m-lms.tk
or http://www.g4m-lms.blogspot.com

= = = = = = = = = = = = = = = = = = = = = = = = =

OFFICIAL TALLY OF VOTES

* * * *

Boytoy11: [no vote -- strike 1]

carlosantino: Aked, CeEJhAy_10, claydoh, crazycrepe, hard_hot, james jay, john ralph, Malificent, mrdreamboy, Onyn iS heRe, thetruecallin, warlocke

Ellis: Aked, CeEJhAy_10, claydoh, crazycrepe, eizo, hard_hot, james jay, john ralph, Malificent, Onyn iS heRe, theTruCallin, warlocke

Evian_Yohann: Aked, CeEJhAy_10, claydoh, crazycrepe, eizo, hard_hot, james jay, john ralph, Malificent, mrdreamboy, Onyn iS heRe, warlocke

Juls2: Aked, Bastard2, CeEJhAy_10, claydoh, crazycrepe, hard_hot, james jay, john ralph, Malificent, mrdreamboy, Onyn iS heRe, theTrueCallin

lenin: Aked, Bastard2, CeEJhAy_10, claydoh, crazycrepe, eizo, hard_hot, james jay, john ralph, Malificent, Onyn iS heRe, theTrueCallin

mycomic: [no vote -- strike 1]

nonsense: Aked, Bastard2, CeEJhAy_10, claydoh, crazycrepe, eizo, hard_hot, james jay, john ralph, lannz, Malificent, mrdreamboy, Onyn iS heRe

Rafe_143: [no vote -- strike 1]

rotogold: Bastard2, CeEJhAy_10, crazycrepe, eizo, hard_hot, john ralph, lannz, Malificent, mrdreamboy, Onyn iS heRe, theTrueCallin, warlocke

SayNO: Aked, claydoh, crazycrepe, eizo, hard_hot, james jay, john ralph, Malificent, mrdreamboy, Onyn iS heRe, theTrueCallin, warlocke

toyan: Aked, CeEJhAy_10, claydoh, crazycrepe, hard_hot, james jay, john ralph, Malificent, mrdreamboy, Onyn iS heRe, theTrueCallin, warlocke

yoh_asakura: Aked, CeEJhAy_10, claydoh, crazycrepe, hard_hot, james jay, john ralph, Malificent, mrdreamboy, Onyn iS heRe, theTrueCallin, warlocke

zavier.angel: Aked, claydoh, eizo, hard_hot, james jay, john ralph, lannz, Malificent, mrdreamboy, Onyn is heRe, theTrueCallin, warlocke

ZephyrInTheS: Aked, Bastard2, CeEJhAy_10, claydoh, crazycrepe, hard_hot, james jay, john ralph, Malificent, mrdreamboy, Onyn iS heRe, theTrueCallin

* * * *

Judges' Vote Rankings:

[Rank -- Number of Votes -- Model]

1 -- 12 votes -- john ralph
1 -- 12 votes -- hard_hot
1 -- 12 votes -- Malificent
1 -- 12 votes -- Onyn iS heRe
5 -- 11 votes -- claydoh
5 -- 11 votes -- crazycrepe
5 -- 11 votes -- james jay
5 -- 11 votes -- Aked
9 -- 10 votes -- theTrueCallin
9 -- 10 votes -- CeEJhAy_10
9 -- 10 votes -- mrdreamboy
12 -- 8 votes -- warlocke
13 -- 7 votes -- eizo
14 -- 5 votes -- Bastard2
15 -- 3 votes -- lannz
16 -- 0 votes -- sexiest18

Cycle 1 Auditions -- Judges' Comments

===========================================

rotogold

Aked

B/W: Why are you sad? There is a feeling of questioning in your eyes. A typical pose I would say but not bad. Just casual. One more thing, you could do more on your hair.

Color: Now that is more like it. I like the confidence. No fuss in the pose. The eyes are really prominent. I do not know if the clothes are relevant to the theme, but they do you good. Nothing much , except that you are plainly posing for us without much effort.

Bastard2

B/W: Now, what could I say? Definitely, a wonder. I like the bitchiness. I like the care-free attitude. Definitely, you will be in the running.

Color: That’s what I call a model. You are wonderful in this photo. Everything I see is cool. There is confidence in the close-up shot. The oversized spectales is a little bit nosy but what the heck , you can pull off a stunt. Great Work!

CeEJhAy_10

B/W: I would have to be honest. I am a sucker for a body like yours. We do have our own prejudices, right? Anyway, I like the way you nodded down. There is a flirt in you telling us in black and white, hey look at me. Maybe next time you could show us more fierceness. A model must have the necessary attitude and you are definitely one. This photo is a teaser.

Color: Ironically, this one is contrived. Yes, you are trying to play sophistication to the end, but it is amiss. Overall, you let your eyes play with us. You are talking to us. I like the lips. They are definitely a plus for you. As for the theme, maybe you are businessman on a trip in a snow-laden country. In the middle summer, I just felt suddenly cold? Overall, you are safe here.

claydoh

B/W: I have seen this picture before and the shot is too near. Anyway, you have that look that deceives. There is no much expression felt in that close-up shot that will make you really exceptional. I have a feeling that you have not made any effort to take another shot of you in black and white.

Color: Cool. The very natural flair of the shirt you’re wearing fits you in. But you are so informal in that get-up. Must think that you are a businessman having a break. The shot is becoming of you as you now look like a model in this photo. Clean shots, but having survived the last GNTM, you should know what it takes to become a model.

crazycrepe

B/W: Suave. A very simple pose speaks huge of what you really are. There is a child in you waiting to speak up, and you are projecting that very nicely. Au natural!

Color: Now that’s what I call a “model’s” pose. Very clever. You are very cool and relaxed in your pose. Clothes are perfect for an everyday businessman in action. Your photo shows some action. Great shot.

eizo

B/W: You are daring. You know what your assets are. The effect is simply outstanding. But there is one thing lacking. Your eyes. You are not talking to us. Make us aware that you are there.

Color: There is a story in this photo that many can relate to. A very simple shot of someone doing a deal in a cocktail setting is one hell of a concept. You are really a businessman. Very cool.

hard_hot

B/w: I am listless at what I see. There was no effort at all on your part to project the model on you. It was just an ordinary black and white shot of you. I am missing a projection of a model-like figure in the photo.

Colored picture: Now there’s the model. In your very simple way, you exuded elegance wearing a modern suit. There is no escaping the look in your eyes. “You are talking to us.” I do not know how to gauge you, but even if I do come across you in a formal meeting, I will be totally in awe of you. There is one lacking though. You are still not yet comfortable in all of this. Maybe in the succeeding cycles, you will be able to project more. Overall, this is acceptable.

james jay

B/W: Practically typical. But you shine in black and white. You could have been more challenging if you had worn a more desirable outfit. Showing the best in Black and White is difficult unless you truly exude the X-factor.

Color: You look better in black and white. I do not see any redeeming factor in your colored picture. Your black and white rendition of yourself is more apt. Maybe your attire will win points, but the model isn’t just there.

john ralph

B/W: You, as always, know how to project well. You simply use your natural talent to present a very simple pose that really speaks of yourself. You are a cover boy material and everything that I see in your black and white photo is a person who can be many other persons at an instant. Truly, in your simplicity, you projected excellently.

Color: Now I am having problem with your pose here. There is not much to affect me to endear you to me as a businessman. You depicted arrogance as if you are modeling only for the yuppies. You are more than a student rather than a businessman in your photo. The tough stance is okay. The background is just appropriate. The business attire may not suit you well, but your total demeanor is quite novel such that I see great promise in you.

lannz

B/W: I like the hat. I like the pose. I like your teeth. I like the diagonal presentation. I see a model material. But you seem to be lacking in depth. Despite the strong jaws. But you are definitely safe here. You are cunning.

Color: You are too far away. You are not even business-like in your stance. This is just an ordinary shot of someone going on an out-of-town beach gimmick. Nothing much to show.

Malificent

B/W: There is such sweet depiction of a debutante in your black and white photo. But I got distracted by the wings on the background. But then, and I say it honestly, you are a teaser! A very good projection in black and white which is difficult to achieve. An outstanding projection, I may say because I like how you speak with your eyes. They are flirting! The finger is just an accessory but your eyes are doing it well.

Color: I do not know how to take this. A businessman in the shrubs? I like the stance but where is the business? You must command respect in a business suit. You must make people buy a business suit and who would your audience be? It will be mostly the middle aged guys who have the moolah to purchase the suit. But being playful on your shot will make the buyer think twice before purchasing the suit, because the first thing that will enter his mind is this MUST be a casual suit. Honestly, the vines did not blend into the total picture. It is somehow misplaced.

mrdreamboy

B/W: Prominent jaws. Lights to sharp. Background undecipherable. But you get attention. You know how to look without looking. You are a flirt. To me, you are in for this round.

Color: Now that’s a model. Problem is you were very casual. The stance says it all. But you are too young to pass off as a businessman. And the youthfulness shows. With hairs highlighted? That would be like saying Fernando Zobel de Ayala wearing a Tee with his hair colored. I like the way you look into the camera. You are teasing with the lens. Subject matter wise – you fail. As a model, again , this is safe. There is potential.

Onyn is here

B/W: Though blur, and I think that this was done intentionally, there is some mystery in you. I like the way you use your eyes to look into a diagonal direction. You are playing with you. And with your arms raised near your neck, you are making us fell at ease. Some stiffness, but I simply like the stance. A model material.

Color: I guess this is how you would really look in color. You are packed with action. Without much effort you are a doer. Though not in a strictly business attire, you have conveyed that you meant business. I like the deception. You know your art and your business and it shows. You have great projection.

sexiest18

B/W: I am confused. A part of me is saying that I like your shot. Another part is telling me that there is something wrong in what I am seeing. The photo first – it is weak in a sense that it does not do you justice. Is it because you lack the subtlety in posing as a model? The shot/pose itself – I like the concept. Had this been taken very wisely and artistically, it could have come out better. But I am ambivalent on this photo.

Color: Come on, do I need to comment on this? Everything I see is wrong. And I do not know what to say at all.

warlocke

B/W: I like the attitude. I like the childish smile. Simple, Clean. I like the projection. But there is something missing. The model is simply “simplish”. Safe photo.

Color: Now this is different. I like the daring, the carefree. Nawala lang ang business concept. There is a character in you that we want for you to continue. You could have removed the necklace and wore something more “business-like” in lieu of the necklace, like a watch, or a tie, in your bold presentation. One thing I like, you know how to project.

===========================================

toyan

Aked - looks like a yuppie.. young professional.. good job.. but.. the way u project.. seem like ur stucked in elementary

Bastard2 - the theme is "strictly business" everything wud've been ok.. if u just took off those shades.. its very informal.

CeEJhAy_10 - well the scarf looks hot.. but.. its a picture not worth rememberin.. it didnt made a lasting impression to me..

claydoh - good .. but not great... outfit is good.. the background is so-so .. the problem is.. ur not able to put up a facial expression of how a real businessman wud be reactin like..

crazycrepe - I LOVE IT!! the background is cozzzy.. antique chair.. nice outfit.. and the idea of makin business calls.. but... the only thing that i domt like is his facial expression... u cudve atleast shown a sexier and fiercer facial expression

eizo - uve just shown a pc of cloth. .. ..

hard_hot - nice attire.. and the way u stared... it cuts so deep.. the watch is a plus point!! keep it that way!.. nice projection too..

james jay - everything is nice..specially ur attire.. except for the background... obviously.. its somewhere in the corner.. i dont like it.. u should have chosen a better background.. seems like ur in an empty apartment

john ralph - Congratulations.. uvr sticked with the theme.. and uve done it well.. nice backgorung.. projection and choice of clothing considering the color combnation.. and.. dude.. the hotness is there..

lannz - can't see the relevance of the background to the theme.. the theme is "STRICLY BUSINESS" not.. "OCEAN ADVENTURES"

Malificent - i love the burberry hat... but hey... u dont look like a businessman... ur more of a poser.. tryin to sniff weeds.. u shudve chosen a better background... the theme is strictly business.. not .. indulgence nature,, but yeah i love the burberry hat.. i mean it.. hehe

mrdreamboy - again STRICTLY BUSINESS... yeah wat ur wearin is something that a businessman wud wear.. but not in a conference or a business meeting... maybe on a dinner date with sum1... stick with the theme.. be strict..

Onyn iS heRe - the backgroung is good.. really good!! love it big tym.. but.. it looks like ur not so comfortable with what ur doin.. cmon.. I would have thought that u got diarrhea... I love the outfit.. next tym fold the sleeves properly its "STRICTLY BUSINES" not STRICTLY RAGGED

sexiest18 - uh oh.. im giving credit.. for the costume.. yeah.. definitely its what a business tycoon wud wear.. but the the biggest loop hole is.. the model hus wearin it... im sorry.. it didnt matched... the background.. i think its poor.. the skin tone of the model and the background... they oppose bigtym... a fish and a bird cud love each other.. but.. how will they live together?? thanks to the outfit.. it saved u.. and im sorry to say.. the make up.. it doesnt look good.. it looks like a combination of H2o and Johnsons baby powder.. no offense...but the only thing that went right is ur attire...

theTruCallin - the background is blurry, orangy to reddish color of polo shirt and jeans... wers the theme?? its not in ur outfit... and not in the background... ur projection saved you.. love it... full of confidence... if only uve chosen
the ryt attire and background u cud have been on the top5!

warlocke - portrayin a very sexy businessman.. i hope its really a businessman that u r portrayin not a gigolo.. yeah but its good..

===========================================

Official Entries: Cycle 1 Auditions -- Models

theTrueCallin
http://www.guys4men.com/members/893094

warlocke
http://www.guys4men.com/members/142771

mrdreamboy
http://www.guys4men.com/members/820275

hard_hot
http://www.guys4men.com/members/725281



Malificent
http://www.guys4men.com/members/855057



john ralph
http://www.guys4men.com/members/857899



claydoh
http://www.guys4men.com/members/683362



crazycrepe
http://www.guys4men.com/members/889013



eizo
http://www.guys4men.com/members/1055794



Onyn iS heRe
http://www.guys4men.com/members/374861



sexiest18
http://www.guys4men.com/members/1034649



Aked
http://www.guys4men.com/members/1192985



CeEJhAy_10
http://www.guys4men.com/members/1121183



james jay
http://www.guys4men.com/members/1040590



lannz
http://www.guys4men.com/members/398866



Bastard2
http://www.guys4men.com/members/402131

Official Entries: Cycle 1 Auditions -- Judges

G4M members who wanted to sign up as judges for G4M's Last Model Standing had to critique the models in the 2 photos below.


The G4M members below are now official judges of Cycle 1.

* * * *

Ellis
http://www.guys4men.com/members/212097

First Photo - The man in the water.

I wish I know who the model is but I don't. No doubt na fierce siya. I like the facial expression. Kaso nga lang, mas maganda sana ang shot kung medyo naka-relax ang jaw niya. Kasi parang nangalit ng husto ang panga niya. Other than that, I like the body angle except for his right hand kasi medyo natakpan yung broad shoulders niya, which I think na asset niya. Mahirap magmodel sa tubig and I salute him kasi he really did a great job. I like this photo.

Second Photo - Jenna Doucette

I love Jenna and I love this photo. This is from Cycle 9 photoshoot kung saan nag-quit si Ebony diba? Anyway, I love this pic. Kung naging babae ako, maghahanap ako ng ganyang damit. In this photo, talagang binebenta niya ang damit. Kasi yung pose ng katawan niya dito, she looks like a broken babydoll (In a good way). Yung pagkapiki ng paa niya dito eh nag-work out. Yung pose niya hindi masyado couturish or commercial-like. It's just plain fierce. Pati yung shoulders nya and yung neck, overall, ang ganda ng pose niya. Hindi praktisado, halata mong natural na ang pagmomodel sa kanya. Medyo awkward ang pose pero yung pagiging awkward ay nagdulot ng magandang larawan. A very great job indeed. :)

* * * *

Juls2
http://www.guys4men.com/members/251333

A W K W A R D

Photo of the Girl

Angles look awkward and it really worked from the crooked positioning of the feet, uneven leveling of the shoulders, and the way the bag was handled w/ a pointing finger on the loose.

Waist down = artwork / Waist up = work of art

Key element of this photograph is to blend in w/ the carton background but not to a point of camouflaging oneself. The “subject” in this scenario completed the “sentence”.

Photo of the Guy

Water symbolizes tranquility and at times calamities w/c are ironies that are perfectly portrayed in the picture.

Angst and intensity of the eyes, force of the jaw down to the neck, strength of the right arm are all about the catastrophes that water can bring.

Reach towards the snake and holding it like a delicate and precious being, legs apart as if resting on a stable ground are all gearing towards the element of tranquility of the water.

Summary

Destined to be an inspiration to this cycle and hopefully directs me to participate in this cycle.

* * * *

rotogold
http://www.guys4men.com/members/106140

Picture 1 - the first picture evokes power and illusion. The model is strong, masculine and determined. The use of the snake is allegorical. The posture is perfect. Needless to say, while maintaining a blank expression, the model is definitely A material.

Picture 2 - I became distracted with the background but is it the right scene? The model is awkward, pretentiously awkward , but not clumsy. I may have a little sense of fashion but I do not think the clothes is something to drool over. Facial expression is best depicted in this case. The color used to project the overall concept is dull, though clean. Overall , the model is so-so. Average. Question: Talaga bang bagay ang red sa brown?

* * * *

ZephyrInTheS
http://www.guys4men.com/members/887549

Photo 1 -- This photo is amazing. I love how the model, Perry from "Make Me A Supermodel", stays calm even though it's clearly difficult to pose underwater while holding a snake. What's great about the photo is that although the model is the most outstanding element, the clothes are still highlighted. The body angle evokes power, and while the face might seem a bit too intense, I think it's appropriate for the shot. Anyone who can make a snake look like a harmless rope deserves to be commended.

Photo 2 -- I like the photo, but I'm not amazed by it. Jenna, from America's Next Top Model Cycle 9, had better photoshoots. Still, she can wear anything and make it look fashionable. I'm not into cross-dressing, but she makes me want to buy that dress. As always, she knows how to work her body, although I wish she didn't hide her neck as much. Her facial expression is flawless.

* * * *

lenin
http://www.guys4men.com/members/177218

Picture 1 (male model)

I love this picture, it's like a shot from a high fashion men's magazine. He managed to hold a good pose even under the buoyant force of the water. I understand how hard it is to give a good picture specially if your in a situation holding a struggling snake and not only that, a couple of minutes holding your breath underwater, is too much pressure already, and with the absence of one your senses (hearing), is as hard as no creative director around to assist you. However, I see some stress point in your lower body, if you could just have your legs together; you could have worked it well with your element. Nonetheless it's a great Picture!!

Picture 2 (female model)

I love Brown; it's my color, earth color. Brown represents wholesomeness and earthiness. It also represents steadfastness, simplicity, friendliness, dependability, and health.. She's none of that, she looks unfriendly, hard and stiff. If she could have just softened her face, lose awkward legs position, and look at her hands, aggressive and "WHAT ARE YOU LOOKING AT?" Kudos for the photographer, It's a nice picture but if its one of the bunch I would not choose this one.

* * * *

Rafe_143
http://www.guys4men.com/members/926339

Photo comments

Male model photo:

well i can see this photo is taken underwater...this model is so working it..given the fact that hes submerged underwater..and has to work with a boa in his hands..he still managed to make it look serene and edgy at the same time.i see no sign of being uncomfortable or whatever..and i see that he is working the clothes as wel....which is a big big plus..the designer of that outfit would be so so happy with the shot of the clothes...but...i think that all models should learn to find the light..coz his face isnt totally lit .....other than that..this photo is fierce

Female model photo:

i love jenah.....and i love this shot of her..given the fact that her dress is the same color as the material used in the backdrop.. oh and her legs are so working it....like some busted down, marionette legs..which gives it an awkward thing with the pose..its awkward but its not an uncomfortable position.. and my god she managed to stand out ..which is a big thing...and i love the "im a spoiled, bitchy rich girl and im in charge" look that she got on her face..and her whole body..no wonder she was called 2nd..ryt ryt?????? work work work it girl

* * * *

Boytoy11
http://www.guys4men.com/members/902195

PHOTO 1: MALE MODEL WITH AN ALBINO SNAKE
Nice use of the snake, great body language. It would've been fiercer had there been eye contact. Great effort for an underwater shot. Models usually have a hard time controlling their facial muscles when faced with the elements or gravity. The tip is to try to rest between shots so that the strain wouldn't show on your face.

PHOTO 2: JENNA'S (ANTM Cycle 9) RECYCLABE MATERIALS PHOTOSHOOT
Personally, I think Jenna and Jay could've done a better job at this. Jenna could've played with the cardboard material/props. Personally, it's just a picture of a girl with her arm akimbo. Jay on the other hand could've swathed her in recyclable cardboard paper pulp to give the theme better justice.

* * * *

toyan
http://www.guys4men.com/members/641395

1st pic the guy with a snake..

Background: its dull
Effects: NIce effects, specially the underwater effect,, Lightings are also good
The Model: he doest look at ease. he is not comfortable with what he is doing.. very unprofessional.. but the clothes that he is wearing looks hot on him.. The snake thingy is very fierce!!

all in all .. 6/10

2nd pic .. blonde lady in brown

Background : Very vintage!! love it!!
Effects: not much effects.. but its ok..
The model: looks really good in her brown dress... and red stilettos.. GOOD PROJECTION very professional.. fierce + hot!!

all in all an 8/10

* * * *

mycomic
http://www.guys4men.com/members/507618

male model: tho photo just doesnt come across with any message, meaning or whatsoever. first, the face doesnt look relaxed. second, the tummy area seemed like it was having a hard time keeping air inside. the only thing i like about this photo is that he was able to pull off an underwater shot with an amazing effects of the lights coming from above. but still i bet that the raw version of this photo doesnt actually look like this. good finishing touches. kudos to the graphic artist. not to the model.

female model: is it just me or her pose simply sucked big time? her neck was hidden and her head looked like it was hit by something really hard. and the body angle crossed the line of the "awkward pose that would have worked" to the "awkward pose that simply looked awkward". the pose could have worked if she have tilted her head backward and thus complementing the shoulder and at least taking off the shadow from her neck. the headshot simply looked twisted. really twisted.

* * * *

Evian_Yohann
http://www.guys4men.com/members/778689

underwater guy:
Im not crazy about this foto…second-rate. I don’t think it will run any cover of a magazine. The model was eaten by the snake, I believe so. Nonetheless, B for effort.

paper gal:
This is One of my fave foto of Jenna since ANTM9. She rocked this foto, she made it so high-fashion even though the set is not as glamorous / colorful as the flower shoot week. Pose – superb, attitude – cant get over it, facial thing going on – astounding and that is why I cant think of any negative statement.

* * * *

zavier.angel
http://www.guys4men.com/members/1023058

Lines, colors, and lighting are three indispensable elements that determine the impact of a photograph. The lines are delivered by the object of photography – a human model, a flower, a cat, a coin, a stick of cigarette – to cut across a message or visual statement. The colors and lighting are provided by the milieu but can be controlled by the technology (camera, image processing, image treatment mechanisms) and the person using the technology.

The image of a man holding a snake on his left hand is a subliminal seduction of the human phallic instinct. The near-flesh color of the snake used by the photographer or art director or the person who conceptualized this shot is a deliberate choice to highlight the snake’s head. While the snake’s lines are curved to indicate movement, the man’s lines are angular to indicate stability despite the seeming underwater milieu. This is the message thus that the picture imparts: the male human body may not move but his snake will. It is an adoration of the male species.

The image of a woman, on the other hand, shows an overworked corporate slave who may be well madeup and fashionably dressed but unhappy, tired, and perhaps feeling exploited. Her legs set apart and curved, the woman tries to keep herself upright but obviously fails as indicated by her head that almost reaches her right shoulder. Here, the lines, colors and lighting worked harmoniously to create not only an effect of drabness or misery but the message of discontent and disarray. Any photograph has an emotional hook that hits anyone who sees it. The model and his photographer’s objective is how to utilize the basic elements of visualization to make that hook snap at first glance and hit the viewer’s eyes, mind, and heart. Both photographs succeeded in saying what they mean and meaning what they say. As McLuhan would say: the medium is the message.

****

nonsense
http://www.guys4men.com/members/937112

Photo 1
I'm not familiar with the guy, but he looks absolutely stunning in that photograph..did you see how the light touches his face?...it's so good..for a male model to pull off a shot as risky as this is..he's gotta be good...but is it the best photo Ive seen for a male model?..NO.But is it something worth looking at the second time..YES...Which means that it has something rather peculiar ..it isnt about the snake or the lighting...or the setting of this photo..it's about how he delivered..cmon you guys...holding a snake underwater??...You have got to be kidding me..I like it..it didnt seem as if he was having a hard time underwater...it's so strikingly powerful...it moves you...

Photo 2(Jenah from ANTM Cycle 9)
Okay..I love her!She's one of my favorite girls in that cycle next to saleisha and heather..but going back to the photo..She did look a bit awkward it didn't seem much of a brokendown baby doll..but there's something so intriguing about her pose...the angle of her body worked for her as awkward as it was, she served it!...sure..she didn't have the neck nor the shoulders, but it isn't always about the neck or the shoulder, models have to be unconventional sometimes.....that "watch y'all lookin' at" thing going on for her in that pose, worked! She just popped right out of the picture..she nailed it..besides, working with a cardboard background...are you serious!!...It's Fierce, Flawless and Fabulous!Love this photo...

****

yoh_asakura
http://www.guys4men.com/members/739883/

Male Model -- Overview: What's the concept of this photo!?! I can't see any relation between the elements used in this photo; a brawny guy holding a yellow reptile wearing a pasty tatter styled shirt combined with metallic colored trousers shot under water. Photo Composition: The flare on the python's skin is quite distracting. But the albino colors of the boa create a very nice disparity with the marine ambience. Since the model was photographed under water, the light above make distinct shades on the face of the model emphasizing the furious emotion in his eyes and the partial darkness at his jaw line stresses more of his manliness. A vast of energy radiating from the model can be felt although it's strange to pose against buoyancy, the model still managed to look confident with slight stiffness. The clothes are nice but the not on his body; texture opposing tranquility. Final Verdict: AMBIGUOUS YET FEROCIOUS!

Female Model -- Overview: Out of the ordinary! Quite odd in the eyes but it is still expresses sense of style. It looks more than just a high fashion photo for me; its more of an authoritative campaign adds promoting the re-usage of cardboard boxes. Photo Composition: This is one of a very well expressed fashion shot I ever saw. The near-monochromatic setting plus the model who really look outstanding on this photo blended very well. I just like it the way it is. Dim lights made it less dark, yet just that characteristic gives it a mood. Excellent lighting emphasized the model creating great shades and shadows in her facial features. Facial expression is strong making an impact. Nice eyeshadow! It's about the clothes. Very nice color matches well with her skin, hair and big belt! And the texture of her designer dress and belt seemed resembling by-products of cardboard. Her unusual projection makes her more striking especially on the arms and legs beautifully accentuated with a hand bag and a pair of crimson sandals. Over-all, she really comes out of the picture! Final Verdict: EARTHY YET FLAMBOYANT!

****

carlosantino
http://www.guys4men.com/members/1271638

pic 1:the eyes look dull and possessed. I dont like it at all. The picture has no messsage. No charismatic effect just plain mediocre pic. dream on for this model. Blah, blah blah...!

pic 2: The model is well-balanced to its background. Nice legs, nice facial angle, powerful eyes and having an idiosyncratic manner that portrayed its part well. Nice wardrobe. Good projection and very professional-looking. Fierce, fierce, fierce!

****

SayNO
http://www.guys4men.com/members/1003412

PERRY'S PHOTO: to be honest at first glance it might appear like an awesome photo but after closer inspection you'd seethat his face looks strAINED.there might be a hint of expression, but i feel liek he could have done better.his eyes look to squinted.

JENNA'S PHOTO: i love jenna's face, but i feel liek she could have done more with the photo.it's a good photo but not great.it didnt get me that excietd as comapred to her other photos.the expression of her face is flawless, imight say her pose if awkwardly good but it didnt maximize the set that she had.nor gave the theme any credit

****

G4M's Last Model Standing Cycle 1 Auditions

"Fashion is the art!
Designers are the gods!
Models play the part of angels in the dark..."


G4M's "General Chat" Forum welcomes you to the auditions for Cycle 1 of it's very own reality thread -- G4M's Last Model Standing!!


We had 3 wonderful cycles of G4M's Next Top Model. That competition started with a small group of G4M members who were fans of America's Next Top Model. Some of the members suggested that we come up with a competition here in G4M similar to ANTM. In other forums, threads had been created to mirror reality shows such as Survivor or The Amazing Race. It seemed only fitting that here at G4M, where a lot of the members love taking pictures of themselves, we'd create a reality thread mirroring America's Next Top Model. And so G4M's Next Top Model was born.

That competition quickly took on a life of its own. Never could we have predicted that G4M's Next Top Model would turn out the way that it did. What started as a small photo contest between ANTM fans soon turned into one of the fiercest and edgiest online competitions. The thread soon had many supporters, and we managed to run 3 whole cycles. Well, almost... :-)

During Cycle 3, we realized that as the competition grew larger in scope and reknown, to avoid any legal issues it would be best to rename the competition. And that's how G4M's Last Model Standing was born. We will retain many of the elements of G4M's Next Top Model, including the basic mechanics of the competition. We modify some aspects though, including the audition process for both models and judges, as well as the competition requirements during the last few rounds. Whatever the changes will be though, we're confident that everyone who joins, whether as a model or a judge, will have loads of fun.

So enough of the talk. Let's move on and begin the fiercest and edgiest competition in all of G4M: G4M's Last Model Standing!!


* * * * *


G4M'S LAST MODEL STANDING
Contestant Auditions


To all those who want to audition to become a contestant for Cycle 1, now's the time to sign-up. A few things to consider before auditioning:

** This is a 12-week long commitment. If you're not going to be able to sustain coming up with a new pic every week based on the theme for that round, then please don't sign-up. We want to avoid having contestants back-out very late into the competition.

** It's easier to be a contestant if you have access to either a digicam, a phone with a cam, or any sort of camera for that matter. The themes get harder and harder as the competition progresses, and it will be difficult if you're just relying on the photos in your archive.

** This is not a photoshopping contest. We're looking for models, not graphic artists. While edited pics may be better to look at, it's the quality of the model's performance that we're more interested in. That having been said, there are many audience members of this thread who would be more than willing to help you photoshop your pic should you need help with that.


Once you've considered the things above, you can begin thinking about your concept for your official audition pic. Here is the audition process for contestants:

1. You have until 9:00 pm on April 12 to e-mail your official audition photos to g4m.lms@gmail.com. There are 2 photos you need to submit:

a. Photo 1: Black and white face shot
b. Photo 2: Photo for the theme "Strictly Business" (models in business attire)

You can post as many pics as you want here in the thread to get people to help you choose your official audition pics, but only 1 pic for each theme will be posted in the blog. Please include your G4M nick as well as the link to your G4M profile in the e-mail you will be sending.

Important: You MUST e-mail your official audition pic to g4m.lms@gmail.com. Sign-ups through the thread will not be considered valid.

All official pics will be posted here:

http://g4m-lms.blogspot.com
http://www.g4m-lms.tk

2. The contestants then have 1 week to validate their identity with 1 of the veteran G4M-NTM judges/models (list to follow). The validation may be done through webcam. The deadline for the validation is April 13, 9:00 pm.

3. At 9:00 pm on April 12, the judges will begin critiquing your photos and submitting their votes to the contest coordinator. They may also choose to base part of their decision on the photos in your G4M profile. The deadline for the submission of critiques and votes will be at 9:00 pm on April 13. A new thread will be created to announce the 12 finalists, and another thread will be created to officially begin G4M's Last Model Standing Cycle 1 Round 1.


* * * * *


G4M'S LAST MODEL STANDING
Judge Auditions


Sign-ups are ongoing for those who want to become judges for G4M's Last Model Standing. Some things to consider if you're interested in becoming a judge.

** This is a 12-week long commitment. If you're not going to be able to vote for all the rounds, then please don't sign-up. We will impose a 2-strikes-you're-out rule starting from the auditions round. You will not receive any reminders to vote. If you don't vote for any 2 of the rounds, you will automatically be eliminated as a judge.

** Part of your duties as a judge for G4M's Last Model Standing is to provide all the models with constructive criticism on their modelling abilities. For this competition, you will need to submit a critique (1 paragraph minimum) for each of the remaining contestants every week. This is also a 12-week long commitment. If you're not going to be able to submit a critique for all the rounds, then please don't sign-up. We will impose a 2-strikes-you're-out rule starting from Round 1. You will not receive any reminders to submit your critiques. If you don't submit a critique for any 2 of the rounds, you will automatically be eliminated as a judge.

** If you have friends who are joining as contestants, please remain an audience member. Judges must be impartial and unbiased when it comes to voting. If you can't imagine voting off your friend even if they have the weakest pic of the round, then please don't sign-up as a judge.


If you want to sign-up as a judge for G4M's Last Model Standing, please send an e-mail to g4m.lms@gmail.com with the information below:

1. G4M nick
2. e-mail address
3. Yahoo messenger ID

In addition to the information above, you need to submit critiques of the models in the 2 photos below:

If you are unable to submit your critiques, your application will be considered incomplete.

None of your information will be made public, and your information won't even be given to the other judges. The information will be used solely for the purpose of the contest coordinator to get in touch with you should the need arise (e.g., you still haven't placed your vote for the week, there's a tie in the voting that needs to be resolved, etc.).

The deadline for sign-ups to be a judge is 9:00 pm on April 12. All sign-up e-mails received after this time will be considered void. Sign-ups with incomplete information and incomplete critiques will not be entertained.


* * * * *

G4M'S LAST MODEL STANDING
Cycle 1 Mechanics


The mechanics of the competition proper are as follows:

1. Every week, the contestants will submit a photo of themselves based on the weekly theme. The deadline for the pic to be e-mailed to the contest coordinator is Saturday night, 9:00 PM. No pic merits automatic elimination. The e-mail address is g4m.lms@gmail.com. The theme for the following week will also be announced on Saturday.

2. The judges' comments on the submitted photos will be posted in the blog and in the thread. Votes, however, will be submitted to the contest coordinator through either private messaging or e-mail. The judges will choose who they want to be the Model of the Week, as well as who they want to eliminate.

The judges must submit a 1st choice and a 2nd choice. Results will be primarily based on the 1st choice. The 2nd choice will only be used if a tie-breaker is needed. In cases of a tie, the 1st choice will count for 2 points and the 2nd choice will count for 1 point, and the contestant with the most points will either be the Model of the Week or the eliminated contestant, as appropriate.

The deadline for voting is Sunday night, 9:00 PM. We're implementing a 2-strikes-you're-out rule. If you do not submit either your critique or your vote for any 2 of the rounds, you will be eliminated as a judge.

3. The contest coordinator will announce the Model of the Week as well as who is eliminated in a new thread, latest Sunday night 10:00 PM. A new thread will also be created for the new round.


* * * * *


Good luck to everyone! G4M's Last Model Standing Cycle 1 starts NOW!


* * * * *


For updates on G4M's Last Model Standing Cycle 1, please visit the websites below:
http://g4m-lms.blogspot.com
http://www.g4m-lms.tk

To see what happened during the 3 cycles of G4M's Next Top Model, please visit the websites below:
http://g4m-ntm.blogspot.com
http://www.g4m-ntm-blog.tk

* * * * *