Logo of Creative Collaborations with the word 'Creative' in large bronze-colored letters and 'Collaborations' in smaller white letters below.

Photographer-Led TFP Sessions for Models & Creatives

DFW Muse Model Connect offers select TFP collaborations for models and creatives who want to create intentional, portfolio-focused imagery in a collaborative environment. These sessions are built around photographer-led concepts, with direction provided from planning and styling through posing, lighting, and final image selection.

Based in Fort Worth, collaborations may explore editorial, fashion, beauty, Western, lifestyle, and conceptual portraiture. The goal is simple: create polished work that adds something meaningful to both your portfolio and mine.

APPLY FOR COLLABORATION

A Creative Exchange

TFP is a collaborative session where both the model and photographer contribute their time to create portfolio-worthy work. There is no session fee and no requirement to purchase additional images.

Photographer-Led by Design

My TFP collaborations are photographer-led. I develop the overall concept and guide the location, lighting, styling direction, posing approach, image selection, and final edit. Your ideas and personality are always part of the process, but final creative direction remains with DFW Muse Model Connect.

Select DFW Muse collaborations may be shared with members of the Creative Partner Network, including HMUAs, hairstylists, wardrobe stylists, designers, boutiques, venues, and other creatives whose work may complement the concept.

Partner participation is not guaranteed and will not determine whether your session takes place. Unless a creative partner is specifically confirmed for your shoot, you remain responsible for your own hair, makeup, wardrobe, accessories, transportation, and preparation.

Looking for complete control over your concept, location, styling, or final image selections?

A paid Muse session is likely the better fit.

EXPLORE PAID SESSIONS

Your Collaboration Includes

5 fully edited digital images

Selected and professionally finished by the photographer.

Private proofing gallery

Additional edited images may be available for purchase after the session.

Portfolio and self-promotional use

Subject to the terms of the signed model release and photography agreement.

Typical delivery in 2–3 weeks

Additional Images

3 additional $75

6 additional $135

10 additional $200

Additional purchases are completely optional.

Frequently Asked Questions

  • No. RAW and unedited photographs are not delivered.

  • No. Your five included images are yours to enjoy without any additional purchase.

  • For TFP collaborations, final included images are selected by the photographer.

  • No. TFP requests are reviewed based on creative fit, portfolio needs, concept, availability, and location.

  • Yes. An appropriate photography agreement and model release must be completed before the session.

  • Absolutely. Previous modeling experience is not required.

  • Yes. Final images delivered through DFW Muse Model Connect include a subtle photographer signature watermark placed in the lower left or lower right corner, depending on the composition of the image.

    The watermark is approximately 25 pt at 35% opacity and is designed to remain discreet while still identifying the photographer’s work.

    Unwatermarked versions are not included with TFP collaborations.

Text from the image says "Ready to create? Fill out the form below" with a stylized font and a decorative line underneath.
Step 1 of 4 About You

1. About You

A few basics so I know who I’m connecting with.

You should receive an acknowledgment within 24 hours from alex@dfwmusemodelconnect.com. To help keep it out of spam or junk, add that address to your contacts or safe-sender list. If you do not see the acknowledgment in your inbox, please check your spam or junk folder.
Please enter the full link so I can open it directly. If you do not have an Instagram, Facebook, or portfolio link, check the option below and provide links to recent photos instead.
This information is collected only for the photography agreement and related recordkeeping.

2. Modeling Background

Tell me a little about your experience and the kinds of images you’re interested in creating.

Creative interests

3. Your Availability

Please select as many available dates as possible, up to 6, to make scheduling easier. Then choose the golden-hour windows that generally work for you.

SunMonTueWedThuFriSat
0 dates selected
Preferred shooting window *
I lean toward golden-hour sessions, typically near sunrise or about one hour before sunset. Exact start times vary by date, season, location, weather, and the approved concept.

4. Before You Submit

Please confirm the basic TFP terms before submitting your application.

After submitting, you should receive an acknowledgment email within 24 hours from alex@dfwmusemodelconnect.com. Add this address to your contacts or safe-sender list, and check your spam or junk folder if the acknowledgment does not appear in your inbox.
DFW Muse Model Connect is operated by K&A Serpas LLC.