Dance is for everyone and it can really help boost mental health!
That was the message that some of our male models helped to convey when they took part in a ground-breaking shoot in Southampton.
Alex, Muhammad, Lee and Renaldo were all chosen by our client ZoieLogic Dance Theatre to help promote their monumental dance event, the Big Movement.
The Southampton dance company’s aim is to empower, ignite purpose, fuel pride, and show that ordinary people can achieve extraordinary things.
And via the Big Movement, where 800 men will dance through the city streets, the group wants to raise awareness about men’s mental health.
Alex, who has cerebral palsy, is one of our models who was put forward by us for the assignment and ultimately chosen by the client to take part in the promotional shoot.
Afterwards, he said:
“Thanks again to Models Direct for my second modelling experience!
“This time it was for a new men’s mental health campaign called the Big Movement.
“The team at ZoiLlogic Dance Theatre was very welcoming explaining what was going to happen throughout the day.
“Being a wheelchair user, I was very nervous but the atmosphere was very positive and uplifting and that gave me the confidence to be part of the shoot.”
Muhammad also enjoyed it. He said:
“I had a great experience working on the Big Movement’s campaign to support men’s mental health.
“The production staff from ZoieLogic Dance Theatre were amazing, professional yet considerate and fun to work with.
“I thoroughly enjoyed the experience and would be keen to work with them again – and I am looking forward to seeing the results of the work and campaign becoming a success.
“Thanks to Models Direct and Gemma for giving me the opportunity. I am looking forward to more work from Models Direct.”
Lee was just as enthusiastic in his feedback.
“I had a great day at the photo shoot: it was fun meeting new people and working with the team!
“Gemma at Models Direct was really helpful in providing details and telling me what to expect at the shoot…
“I look forward to seeing the results of the shoot and hope it helps the movement.”
Renaldo was also pleased with the way it all went. He said:
“The photoshoot was fantastic and Gemma was absolutely brilliant with her communication.
“The lead for the day was Zoe who was a light of sunshine.
“Models Direct, thank you so much for a fantastic experience. I really am looking for other opportunities to work with you. Thank you.”
If you would like the opportunity to take part in photo shoots like this, please fill in our form, send us a photo and wait for a member of our team to get in contact.
