15 April 2009
To models and guests:
I've reached the breaking point on the subject of cell phones. I have placed witty posters and cartoons in highly visible places begging to have cell phones left in your cars. My pleas are falling on deaf ears. It is more than a distraction. It's downright in-your-face RUDE and is making me want to throw in the towel. This policy applies not only to photo sessions but to get-acquainted visits as well.

1. Cell phones need to be kept in your car from the time of arrival until you are on your way home and your car has turned the corner and is out of sight.

2. This applies to the model and to anyone who accompanies the model to her shoot.
   - My Info3 file asks that anyone who accompanies the model to the shoot needs to have read all of my information files. Please especially point out the photographer's policy about cell phones..
   - It is the responsibility of the model or legal representative of the model to ensure guests have read all of the information and know about cell phone policy.
   - Models under 18 years old who can read should read all of the information files with emphasis on cell phone policy. Those who cannot read should be briefed.

3. This is extremely important. If someone has to use a cell phone during any part of a shoot we should stop shooting and begin wrapping up.
   - This proscription of cell phone use applies to the model and to any guest.
   - This includes talking on your cell phone in the changing room, in the bathroom or "Just stepping outside for a minute".

4. If anyone who plans to be present at a shoot has a special need that requires the cell phone be handy to receive important calls we should not shoot.
   - Advise family, friends and associates that you will not be available to take calls on the day of your shoot, but that you will return calls upon returning home from the shoot.
   - Appoint a trusted person to take calls on your behalf and to tend to emergencies while you are at a photo shoot.