North River Photography’s experience working with artists in the adult industry is unmatched, and we have produced adult content on both coasts, from LA to NY, and everywhere in between. Our experience allows us to create an entire portfolio for those looking to establish themselves in the adult industry, whether it’s a home based business, like Onlyfans, Tipsnaps, Komon, and JustAskMe, independent erotic work, pay sites, or more mainstream work in the adult film industry, or adult performance art world. We have worked with erotic dancers, porn actresses and actors, erotic models, professional dominatrixs, and sexual and erotic fetishism enthusiasts.
At the heart of our work lies our commitment to ethical production values that set us apart from traditional adult entertainment photographers. Our team have made transparency, consent, and safety their guiding principles in every aspect of our work. As with all our shoots, you are invited and encouraged to bring other people to the shoot, whether they are spouses, friends, lawyers, etc.
Creating an Adult Entrainer Brand
We help you make your brand stand out, and offer a number of options for providing you with a full portfolio for social media, print advertisements, or direct-to-client commission pieces. When submitting audition or introduction photos on paysites, a porn producer, strip club, or private clients, it's important to present yourself professionally and effectively. Our experience in this regard is second to none. We are the preferred East Coast photo studio for a number of mainstream adult content providers, and offer discounted rates for full portfolio shoots.
General Tips for Adult Industry Entry and Continued Success:
Be Authentic: Stay true to yourself and your brand. Authenticity can resonate more with producers, clientele, and fans. At North River Photography, we can capture your true and authentic sexual appeal for your branding plan.
Develop a Personal Brand: Use your unique identity and begin early to build your brand. Think about what sets you apart and how you want to be perceived in the industry. Maintain a consistent image across your portfolio, social media, and any content you produce.
Create a Professional Portfolio: It should go without saying, that you should compile high-quality photos, including headshots and full-body shots, as described earlier. Look polished in your images, as they will represent you to potential producers.
Build an Online Presence: Consider creating professional social media accounts to showcase your personality and connect with the adult industry community. If possible, establish a personal website or online portfolio to present your work and personality. Start your branding early, and give it a great deal of thought, as it gets harder to change your brand down the road.
Network: Attend adult industry conventions or expos to meet producers, agents, and fellow performers. Join forums or social media groups dedicated to adult work to learn from others’ experiences and make connections. You can also develop contacts in the industry who can help guide you to authentic and successful industry professionals.
Find Legitimate Agencies: Research agencies that represent adult performers and ensure they’re legitimate. Look for reviews and testimonials from other models. Be cautious of offers that seem too good to be true or make unrealistic promises. Modeling and actress communities are prevalent online, and are a great source of feedback on those in the industry.
Prepare for Auditions: Treat auditions like job interviews—arrive on time, dress appropriately, and be respectful. Exude confidence and be yourself. Producers and clients are looking for authenticity.
Adhere to Guidelines: If the producer or platform has specific submission guidelines, be sure to follow them carefully. We will ensure that your photographs meet the requirements and needs for your purposes.
Showcase Your Personality: If possible, we recommend that you include a short bio or description along with your images to provide context about yourself—your interests, experience, and what you’re looking for in the industry.
Stay Informed: Stay informed about current trends in adult content, including preferred genres and platforms. At North River Photography, we cater to all online, cutting edge, and traditional content.
Entering the adult industry is a personal journey that should be approached with caution and thoughtful consideration. Always approach this opportunity with professionalism, and ensure you’re comfortable with the submission content. We assist with your professional branding and image, and ensure that you get the photos you need.
Adult Industry Portfolios
While many photographers offer boudoir shoots, we stand above and can provide a full professional adult industry portfolio. There are three basic shots you absolutely need :
- Full body, clothed scantily (lingerie, t-shirt, panties, and shorts, lacy tops, etc.)
- Full-body, nude. Men should have a full erection. Woman may consider ice cubes for erect nipples.
- Basic Head-shots
There are, however, some other types and styles of photos you should consider for your full adult industry professional portfolio, including:
Professional Headshots: Include clear, well-lit headshots that show your face without heavy makeup or heavy filters. This helps producers, clients, and others see your natural look. It will also be needed for those Facebook, Instagram, Tiktok, and Onlyfans advertisements and postings.
Full-Body Photographs: We can provide full-body photos taken from different angles, including some in lingerie, swimwear, or a form-fitted outfit that shows your physique without being overly provocative. The goal is to showcase your body type and proportions clearly. We also include full body professional photographs for use in non-revealing marketing purposes. Of course, full body nudes and erotica that are distinctly provocative and sexual should be included in any adult performers wheelhouse.
Variety of Poses: We will help you with a wide range of erotic and sexy poses that display your ability to express different moods and styles. This can include standing, sitting, or playful poses. Showing versatility can make you more appealing to producers, clients, customers, and those who will enjoy your photos.
Professional Quality: All of our photos are high-quality and well-composed. Professional-looking images reflect your seriousness and commitment to the industry and your professional growth. We provide the photos in high quality electronic format for ease of transition between photos and finished product.
Natural Environment: At North River Photography, we encourage you to including some candid or lifestyle shots in a natural setting, as these can give a sense of your personality and style. Including hobbies or interests that help reflect your brand allow you to better connect to your audience.
Fashion and Lingerie Shots: If you have photos in lingerie or fashion that fit the aesthetic of adult content, those can be beneficial for non-explicit marketing. Make sure they highlight your comfort and confidence in such attire. Our fashion photography is simply unmatched, as seen in our Fashion section of this website.
Expressive Photos: Include images that capture various expressions—smiling, playful, serious, etc. This variety shows that you can convey different emotions, which is valuable in adult performances.
Minimal Retouching: The skill of our photographers allow you to have images that reflect your natural appearance. Overly retouched photos can create unrealistic expectations and may harm your chances for adult employment if you do not match the submission. At North River Photography, we use lighting and posing techniques to achieve the look you want.
Non-nude Content: Unless otherwise specified, many adult entertainment jobs and postings require submission of photos that do not contain explicit nudity or sexual acts. Most producers. agents, and directors, are interested in your look and potential rather than explicit images at the initial stage. We have the experience to make sure you have a wide range of nonnude erotic photos for your portfolio to have when needed.
Clear Background: Our private and discreet photo studio “white wall” studio in Peekskill can ensure that the background is clean and uncluttered so that the focus remains on you. A solid color or simple background works best, and we offer a variety of primary color backgrounds.. We also utilize fully equipped and furnished studios in New York City on a regular basis.
Performance Shots: Depending on your intended use of the photos, from dancing adverts, auditions, promotional materials, or end products, you may consider performance photographs to include in your adult entertainment portfolio. Our ability to capture the mood, emotions, and artistic elements of the performance sets us apart from other boudoir photographers.