Covid-19 special conditions
I am travelling in nearby Europe, according to the respective regulations and in respect of safety measures. I apply very strict hygiene habits and distancing, limit my public transportation as much as possible and avoid city centers and crowded places so that I am in contact with no more than 5 people each week.
I get tested for Covid-19 before and after each trip, and the results are always negative so far.
Enquire to book me for
- Photoshoots — personal projects, exhibitions, or publishing
- Educative Workshops, Classes & Events - for a patient, knowledgeable, experienced and adaptable model
- Photo Adventures - let’s explore beautiful and unique locations in Europe or abroad
- Mentoring — to help models and photographers of any level to realise their creative potential based on their interests and personal strengths
How do I work ?
I am an organic and intuitive poser. I grasp concepts quickly and have a general idea on how my pose and expression will look on camera. My best work is not when I ”strike a pose”, but rather when I flow through a series of movements in which the photographer can capture key moments that speak to him/her.
However, feel free to add small corrections if you think it would perfect the image. I take directions easily. If you are unsure, share the image with me and we can discuss your ideas.
How long to book ?
Booking at least 4 h is strongly recommended, as it allows us a more relaxed workflow and gives us the time to build up a visual project.
I don’t take bookings over 6 hours when I am touring, with a few exceptions (for example if we are visiting multiple locations). This guarantees that I will stay focused and rested so we can get the best results possible.
If you would be interested in booking me on a shooting trip abroad, I give discounts for 3 days+ or week long photography trips. Let’s discuss!
You would like to work together, but don’t have a concept yet ?
If that’s the case, don’t worry, just ask!
We will discuss initial inspirations, interests and ideas then refine them as we visualise your ideas together.
Additionally, feel free to check my moodboards for themes I enjoy very much.
How to book a session with me ?
*You can pay the deposit using IBAN/SEPA transfer, Revolut, Interac e‑transfer (Canada) or Transferwise. Paypal and Stripe are also possible with an additional 5% fee. The remainder of my rates can be paid the same way or in cash at the end of the shoot. I can provide an invoice if you prefer that too.
Terms and Conditions – FAQ
These terms are contractual. The purpose of this document is to state (and agree upon) everyone’s rights, duties and responsibilities, in advance, to avoid misunderstandings and painful situations. This protects you as much as me, and it has been made mandatory by previous experiences (read this to understand the reasons).
By booking me for a shoot, you accept them entirely and without reserve. If you have any further questions, I am happy to answer and clarify if need be.
Thank you for your understanding and I look forward to working with you!
I love working with experienced make-up artists, hair stylists and clothing designers, due to the stunning impact these talented artists can bring. However, if you’re working on a budget, I am trained in basic make-up and can enhance my look well with natural or more intense looks.
As for my hair, I can do simple hairdos such as low/high ponytails, braids, voluminous messy hair, tight bun, curls, and wavy hair. I can bring with me as well as short wigs.
I also have a varied and carefully chosen collection of photogenic outfits & accessories I can bring to shoots if needed, from classic pieces to eclectic and colorful wardrobe. This includes modern outfits (Zara inspired) which can be styled into boho chic, classy casual or glam rock/punk, business/power woman sets, beautiful cocktails and evening dresses, bespoke corsetry, luxurious lingerie, flowing skirts and dresses, traditional Vietnamese and Hanfu Chinese dresses, colored fabrics, versatile or statement jewelry and loads more. I usually come packed with a medium-sized suitcase filled with styling according to the concepts we agreed on.
If the shooting details have been agreed upon, the deposit has been paid and I have sent the confirmation, then our shoot is confirmed. If I have not written you an email explicitly containing the sentence “I have to cancel your shoot”, the shoot is still on and planned, even if you don’t hear from me in the 72 h preceding it.
I understand that some photographers have had bad experiences with models not showing up for a shoot and need several confirmations, the week before, the day before, and then the same day, but I can reassure you that I will be present at the agreed time and location (feel free to check my testimonials or ask around for references).
On short-notice queries (72h or less), if I do not reply, I may simply be busy on a shoot, in transit, or lack a stable internet connection, in which case, please call me directly at the phone number written in your confirmation email, or at the emergency number (my husband) if you get no answer. If I am unable to answer your call, I will call you back as soon as possible.
Photographers and models are able to hire me for 1:1 mentoring.
Mentoring may include:
- Basics of photoshoot ethics and etiquette
- Basics of creative collaboration
- Portfolio, website and social media curating and review
- How to direct your model | Photographers
- Posing techniques and tips | Models
Additionally, as a photographer, if you are new to working with models and you are a bit nervous, here are some easy-to-read ebooks about the subject: How to work with models — A model’s guide for photographers and In Front of the Lens.
- The shoot must be consistent with our agreement - contact me if you have any questions. The scope of the shoot is defined in the confirmation email that I send when I receive your deposit.
- Model release/contract — If you work with one, please send it to me before the shoot day via email or my Contact page so that I can read or approve it. I will not sign contracts that I have not read in advance or that are offered on the spot.
- I do not shoot explicit — Any photo showing my labia and butthole must be deleted.
- Please do not touch me — no matter the reason, unless consent is given (such as moving a hair out of my face or rearranging the clothing on my body).
- Weather — If this is a nude shoot, temperatures must be warmer than 15°C/60°F (indoors or outdoors).
- Safety ‑I reserve the right to refuse any photography where my health or safety is at risk.
- Privacy — any nude shoot must happen in reasonably private locations.
- Please inform me at the time of booking if you:
- Want to use clothing or props that leave marks on the skin (ropes, corsets, etc.)
- Want me to be covered in of any sticky/staining substance (water, glitter, body paint, oil, etc.) — there must be facilities available to clean up and this time will be included in the shooting time.
- Want me to pose with other models - I am very selective in this regard so my answer will not always be yes. This must be agreed upon when booking.
- Plan on shooting with other photographers — so I can check their portfolio/credentials. If booked with multiple shooters, generally I ask that those involved take turns to shoot separately, allowing for better communication and stronger results for each photographer.
Exceptions
- Temperatures below 15°C/60°F - Shooting under these weather will be considered only if you provide a warm shelter, hot beverages and blankets immediately on the set, and I reserve the right to cancel or conclude photography depending on weather conditions.
Right of withdrawal
I reserve the right to leave the shoot at any time and claim my rates paid in full if :
- the actual shoot does not correspond to the initially agreed upon project, for example (but not limited to) :
- if I discover last minute that I am to pose with another model or for another photographer (or a group) without prior notice,
- if the photographer tries to sneak his way into switching the theme of the shoot from art nude to erotic/pornographic material.
- my security is endangered, for example (but not limited to) :
- if I discover that the shooting location is not safe (dangerous wild animals, risks of drowning, falling or any other injury),
- if I am asked to do illegal public nudity, property trespassing, etc.
- if the location to shoot nudes is in crowded venues and in plain sight,
- if any member of the shooting team displays any inappropriate behaviour towards me (attempt to kiss me, touch me without consent, getting me drunk, etc.).
As my primary role is to be in front of a photographer’s lens, when I am working or traveling, I generally have little time between assignments and commuting. Therefore please allow me a 72 h delay at the least to answer your messages/inquiries/calls.
To help me, I also have my husband (Aurélien Pierre) to assist me with communication and schedule from time to time. Don’t be surprised if he answers for me.
The best means to contact me are (in order) :
- by email for general communications and inquiries,
- by phone/VoIP to discuss projects and ideas in detail (request a meeting by email),
- by phone/SMS only for emergency contacts, in the last 48 h prior to our shoot (my number will be provided in the shoot confirmation email).
Your confirmation email, summarized agreed-upon conditions and project, will contain my phone number and my husband’s phone number for emergency contact.
- Acting / Conceptual Art / Cinematography / Story-telling / Video,
- Beauty / Commercial / Editorial / Fashion / Hair / Lifestyle,
- Bodypaint,
- Dance / Movement / Yoga,
- Fetish / Shibari (very selectively. Do not expect to shoot this style with me if we have not discussed in correspondence)
- Fine-art / Artistic Nudes,
- Live modeling,
- Portrait,
- Underwater (so far, I have modelled around 10 underwater shoots in pools. I am confident and relaxed to pose gracefully underwater).
I am versatile as I love portraying different projections of myself within several kinds of styles. My artistic universe tends to gravitate around the realm of visual poetry, surrealism, pictorialism, abstract, cinematography, Asian avant-garde and quirky fashion.
I enjoy both the adorned and the unclothed, as I think each can be powerful in its own way in making timeless imagery.
Need some inspiration? Check my moodboards for ideas.
My interest lies in creating artistic imagery. I reserve the right to not pose in a way I don’t feel is in line with my working style or if I feel my health and wellbeing are at risk. I also don’t pose in a way that portrays me in a degrading or overtly sexual way and so I will refuse any trashy glamour, adult styles, or paysite work (PornHub, Diverxity, Bentbox, etc.).
As a picture is worth a thousand words, in addition, I have created an anti-Pinterest moodboard consisting of styles of images I do not model for. Please take a look here: https://www.pinterest.ca/minhlymodel/styles— i— dont— model/
If you are not sure of my boundaries, don’t hesitate to ask.
My rates include :
- Working on set,
- Makeup (professional cosmetics),
- Hair,
- Styling & wardrobe,
- Art direction before and on set: brainstorming, ideas development, creative assistance (if needed),
- Beginners coaching (if needed),
- Traveling time and fees,
- Communication and planning time.
When requesting to book me for a shoot, please ask for my rates. I don’t have flat rates, they are calculated exactly on a per-project basis, taking into account the actual expenses, shoot requirements and working time engaged for each project.
My regular rates apply for office hours (08:00 to 20:00). For late night and early morning shoots, I charge an additional 40 % plus taxi fares if public transportation is not available at these hours.
Upon request, I can provide you with an invoice.
Throughout my career, many artists have booked me several times because they know when working with me, they are guaranteed to not only get brilliant and different results on each session, but also a great experience in general.
I personally wish to thank all the wonderful artists I had the privilege of working with over the past years and I look forward to meeting many more.
Working with Minh-Ly has been an absolute pleasure. From her immaculate pre-shoot communication to showing up on time to her attitude in the studio, all aspects of working with her are professional.
She is intelligently creative, offering ideas within the scope of my own style. She was well prepared, had studied my style and understood how I work before we met. Particularly this quality of her, I find rare and precious. Too often, I meet models who just “deliver” their rehearsed poses that they have done a thousand times, and I find myself having to go through my portfolio to “teach” them what I want and how I work. Minh-Ly had done her research and understood what I was looking for without me having to explain. Free of any Diva-like attitude, she joins my creative process and intuitively enhances my style.
I absolutely loved working with Minh-Ly and immediately booked another full day shoot with her.
If you are looking for a beautiful, professional model with great work ethics, I strongly recommend you book Minh-Ly. And… apart from being highly professional, she is also a very nice person.
Can’t say enough good things about Minh-Ly. She was constantly in contact before, during and after the shoot. Beautiful, Professional, Friendly, Punctual, Hard Working, Cooperative, Helpful, and all-around Charming.
Worth every second of my time and effort.
If you’re looking for one of the best then this is her! A versatile, emotional and highly intelligent model, Minh-Ly constantly reinvents herself. Always prepared, always morphing during a shoot: it is an honour to witness her presentation of my art. With just a few words, Minh-Ly will absorb a concept and then elevate it to even higher levels of beauty. This lady has an open invitation to my services, any time and always!
Minh-Ly is pure genius. What a pleasure to have worked with a true professional, from start to finish. Very versatile and skillful at achieving all the concepts I asked of her. As the posing was choreographed to achieve the desired lighting effect, Minh-Ly was very patient and skillful with micro movements to get the desired effect. She has beautiful features and a unique appeal for me to achieve a cool folio of images. It is always a pleasure to work with a model who loves her work and always strives to work in harmony with concepts a photographer wants to achieve. We were both on the same wavelength and I loved the results. Minh-Ly comes highly recommended by me, and I hope to work with her in the near future.
Minh-Ly is my personal inspiration. We have worked together frequently and I brag to our mutual contacts (and her future clients) that she could model a shoelace for hours if you asked her. Sure enough, someone finally did and apparently she rocked it — I’m not surprised. Minh-Ly has an insane queue of poses in her mind at all times. She is an everlasting inspiration. Not only will she help you create images you couldn’t think of, her ambition, work ethic, personality, and general personhood will drive you to create other images you never dreamed you would.
I highly recommend hiring her or even meeting her (if you’re lucky enough to steal an hour of her valuable time). She is probably the only person — that I can say with absolute certainty — is one in a million.
The duration of shooting/posing starts exactly at the time agreed and stops after the exact number of hours agreed. Out of respect for my next clients, I generally cannot stretch the shooting sessions past the agreed amount of time without prior notice. If I happen to be late for a shoot, I will either refund the time lost or stay later if I can.
When showing up at a shoot, my makeup and hair are already done with a possible 5 – 10 minutes touch-up before we start.
- If you provide a makeup artist on the shoot, I can allow an additional 45 minutes free of charge. The same goes for a hairstylist.
- Change of setup, hair, make-up, clothing or travel between locations is included in my billable hours.
- Breaks are included in my billable hours (except lunch/dinner breaks).
- If you choose to end our shoot earlier than agreed, my rates will not be prorated.
- If you would like to extend our shoot past the agreed duration, please mention it as soon as possible (at least 48h in advance) so I can make arrangements.
I understand that unexpected things may occur, and I will do my best to work with you to adjust to these unexpected events. If an alternative time or date is not possible, my cancellation policy applies.
Cancellation fees in Nancy-Metz (North-East of France) area
- from 48 h notice or more notice: free of charge, deposit refunded in full,
- between 24 h and 48 h notice: 30 % deposit non-refundable,
- less than 24 h notice: payment due in full (deposit + remainder).
Cancellation fees worldwide (except North-East of France)
- from 14 days notice or more notice: free of charge, deposit refunded in full,
- between 72 h and 14 days notice: 30 % deposit non-refundable,
- less than 72 h notice: payment due in full (deposit + remainder).
In the unlikely event that I cancel, the deposit will be returned.
Covid-19 special conditions
For shoots booked that should be cancelled due to government measures such as confinement or lock-down, the following conditions apply :
- if I am already in your city/region (I have already paid for the trip, I am there and need to pay the return trip), deposits will be partly refunded. I will keep just enough to cover travelling fees back and forth, split the amount between all the photographers’ deposits in that city, and refund the rest,
- if I am still at home (the trip is not already paid), deposits will be fully refunded, no question asked.
As a professional freelancer, I ask for deposits, which amount is fixed to 30 % of my agreed-upon rate for your shoot (calculated on case-by-case basis depending on your project, please ask for a quote). These will serve :
- as an advance of treasury, to cover the fees I have to pay ahead of your shoot (transportation, make-up, lodging, visas, travel insurances, etc.),
- as a booking confirmation and a mutual motivation to honor our engagement so that our shoot will go on as planned,
- as a penalty fee, retained if your shoot is cancelled later than the allowed cancellation period (see Booking & Communicating -> What is my cancellation policy ?) and results in a loss of income.
Modelling is my profession and my sole income.
Planning for travel, communicating with photographers, going to the shoots, anticipating and solving logistical issues is part of my job and can take more than 40 h/week. As such, I cannot afford to model for free.
Stats & Current looks
US | Europe | |
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Height | 5’5 | 165 cm |
Weight | 120 lbs | 54 kg |
Bust | 36′‘A | 92 cm |
Waist | 28″ | 71 cm |
Hips | 37,5″ | 95 cm |
Dress size | 6 (Small) | 36 (Small) |
Shoes | 6,5 | 37 |
Hair Color | Black with natural light brown highlights at the tips |
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Hair Length | Long (bust level) |
Eye Color | Dark brown |
Ethnicity | Asian, Vietnamese & Chinese roots |
Skin | Tanned |
Tattoos | None |
Piercings | Ear lobes only |