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Thumbs Down....

Thumbs down doesn't really cut it,
But...

If anyone really needed another reason to start the New Year by dumping any piece of music from Chris Brown his recent homophobic comments on twitter might be do the trick...

It is of course a given that being fit, working out and keeping your body in top form is essential in the modeling world. One factor that models have less control over yet is most important is their face. Not just how it looks but what it expresses. 25 year old Terrel Fraser describes himself as a 'fresh new face in the industry' with a face uniquely beautiful and expressive with features brought together from his Italian German and African American heritage. Terrel's gorgeous brown eyes express a sexiness and humanity which bring something special to each of his images.

New to the industry, I was impressed with the quality of work Terrel has already put together for his portfolio. Terrel has worked with some of my favorite photographers and many of whom I have profiled on FH. Here is a look at some of my favorite shots from Terrel's port.

First three shots by Guillermo Real.

'Guillermo is La based now and a fairly new photog, talented he's studied it for many years. We had a great beach shoot where he did it all, styling, lighting as well as taking the shots directed. Very talented!'

Terrel Fraser
Stats:
Height: 5' 8"
Weight: 155 lbs
Chest: 36"
Waist: 29"
Shoe: 9.5
Hair color: Black
Hair length: Short
Eye color: Brown
Skin color: Tanned
Experience: Experienced

Check out more of Terrel on MM HERE: or on Facebook HERE:

Next three shots by JS2D Design.

'JS2D Design, Jake Sorrentno , great guy, close friend and has been in the biz for over 20 years as a designer as well as photog. Schooled me on basically everything I know about posing, modeling and everything about the industry.'

Portrait Below by TARRICE LOVE:

'Great photog and very very underrated! He doesn't get the notoriety he deserves yet, but make no mistake he is talented! Also does it all; style, shoots, everything to get a great image and funny as hell lol'

Four beautiful shots below by Tony Veloz.

'Tony Veloz is super talented DC based photog and draws from his extensive experience in shooting woman and somehow translates it and applies it to men yet still keeps it masculine. Love his work and also looking forward to working more with him'

Below: What I think has become Terrel's signature shot, the great image below by one of my favorite photographers, David Arnot.

'David Arnot is an all around pro it was a great shoot! I am looking forward to working with him again.'

Model Search 2011: AND THE WINNER IS.....

Thanks once again to all the guys who participated in Chris Teel & FH's Model Search 2011!

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Matt Eldracher!

20 year old Matt Eldracher was in a close race with Tyson Smith through most of the contest and although Tyson easily took the final round, overall Matt came in with the most votes! Congratulations Matt!

Matt will be getting together with Chris Teel over the next couple of months to plan and then to shoot! Look for the results on FH as soon as they are available!!!

Favorite Pic of the Day for January 1st

Above: Corey Kirk by Chris Teel (See more below).

Happy New Year to all those who check in to FH on a regular basis. Special wishes to all the artists who have helped make FH a place I am proud of. 2010 was a year for personal reasons I am glad to see come to a close and am looking forward to a great 2011 full of lightness and fun!

Thank you all!
Tye

Birthdays!

Check out previous birthday posts HERE: & HERE: for January 1st Birthdays with include supermodel Beiron Andersson (above) who turns 46 today.

Model Search: End Of The Road!

Today marks the end of voting for Model Search 2011 from Chris Teel and FH! As the contest began with Chris's shots of model Corey Kirk, Chris and I thought it a good idea to end on the same incredible note.

We have learned a lot through the process and given it was our first time putting on a contest thanks for putting up with the bumps along the road. I know for myself the voting went on a bit too long and was too choppy and if there is a model search 2012 there will be some changes.

Thanks to our wonderful panel of judges, all those who voted and especially all of the models, whether they made the final 10 or not who participated. Chris and I were thrilled with responses we got, especially given it was our first time.

Although the voting has been fierce a few models appeared to get the most attention from their families, friends and FH voters. In order to create a wee bit of mystery, we are ending the voting this afternoon with the results being kept a mystery until Chris and I reveal the winner. We have narrowed it down now to the top 5 finalists.

Corey The Bear by Chris Teel

Corey The Bear:
Corey Kirk by Chris Teel

Chris has shot Corey many times and in every shoot you can see the trust that comes through their friendship and close working relationship. Love this recent shoot by Chris. Corey, who always looks so incredible, strong and confident creates an entirely different feel with the use of the bears, sexy, light and fun.

Favorite Click Of The Day: David Wagner on BeautifulMag

I have written in the past that one of my inspirations for FH was BeautifulMag. I loves it clean classy look but more importantly I love the respect it shows the artists it features. As someone who at one time had the goal of professional photographer (I have written about the various weddings I shot) I have grown to loath the countless sites and blogs that post shot after shot of someones work with little to no text, sometimes their name, most times not even that.

In the tradition of BeautifulMag, FH tries to go beyond the photo and look at what went into to creating it. When FH does it job best I try to blend the view of the photographer and model (and stylist or make-up artist when able) to give a feel of what went into the creative process. It continues to fascinate me how some shots came together.

I felt privileged to discover the work of photographer David Wagner earlier this fall. David's work immediately jumped out at me. It is difficult to find new and creative ways to shoot the male form but through David's lens I really felt I was seeing something new and exciting. David generously has shared both his work and his thoughts about his work. (See David's work on FH HERE: & HERE:). It was wonderful recently to see David's work showcased on Beautiful. David's shots of the ultra hot Carlos Villar are spectacular and if you have not seen the shoot please head over to Beautiful HERE: and check them out ASAP!

Must add a Happy Birthday today to Rob From BeautifulMag!

Steve Howey in 'Shameless'

Although Reba was an average sit-com it did excel with it's casting. Steve Howey, besides being adorable, was always a stand out playing Van. Steve has been working steadily since Reba went off the air and is currently on screen as Kev in the new series from Showtime, 'Shameless'. I have yet to see an episode, but reviews and word of mouth have been great. Thanks to JAD poster Garth11 for the great caps!