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Firstly, its a great idea.

Secondly , it IS affordable!

I've done a few photoshoots myself, although nothing on a theme. All but one of the models I used had some modelling experience- ie semi-pros, although really just amateurs doing it for extra cash.

I'll take you through my experiences.

Hiring

Firstly, there ARE people who would be happy to pose for this, if you approach people on adult modelling style forums. Suggest the idea, agree a fee and away you go. However, some might request more money for a video shoot.

Secondly, you could post an advert in a free college paper , online board etc. Darering used this method, although they did suffer with a high drop out rate- check out the boards for more information.

Thirdly, you could try recruiting people directly- e mailing people through online portfolio sites etc. Expect lots of "nos" and even some abuse, but it is potentially very rewarding.

Performing

The main issue here- not all models will be able to "live your dream." Some simply won't understand the concept, others might struggle to "act natural" especially on video.

There is a massive Catch 22- the whole point of strip poker is that losing clothes is a forfeit- something a player does not want to do. Models hired for a nude shoot, by definition, are comfortable being nude.

Basically, the challenge here will be finding good, convincing actresses.

Legal etc

I'd suggest you make it clear that you are paying people to model/act. If you market this as being paid to play strip poker they might be issues.

The money you pay to a model is income, and she should declare it as such for tax purposes. Just check that the models are aware of this- in the UK models are typically self employed.

Profit!

You can sell your footage very easily, there are lots of site that let people upload footage to be sold (they charge a commission.)



But yeah- my suggestion would be to start small. Get a cheap, but decent video camera, and just hire two models, and have them pose-play strip poker. Get a feel for what the shoot involves- and get references. Build a reputation as a "legit" film maker, and work from there!