There is something quite "007" about Premier model Alex Beer; He is mysterious, sexy, athletic and not afraid of a challenge. Behind the camera or in front of it Alex is making waves in the fashion industry;modelling internationally and shooting ad campaigns for labels like Danielle Alessandrini and editorials for magazines like GQ. And like a true man of mystery he still makes time for his leading lady (sorry girls!). Be sure to check out his blog  where you can check out his photography skills!

1.    Tell us a little about yourself.
 I am a full time model with Premier. I have modelled all over the world and shot ad campaigns for labels like Danielle Alessandrini and editorials for magazines like GQ. I have always been interested in the creative side to photography and by the photographer's vision of how they decide on a story and then tell it through various compositions, lighting and subject expression. To me it is a window to a world that only exists for that moment in time and images are a permanent reminder of that world. Moving from in front of the camera to behind the camera seemed an obvious and easy transition. Photography is my passion.

2.    How did you get signed to Premier Model Management?

3.    Your modelling pictures have an element of mystery… would you say you're a man of mystery?

I think everyone has an element of mystery. That's what captivates you when you see them in images. The eyes tell everything about that moment… Modellling is like acting. You have to perform when the camera is on you. As a good model you have to make someone stop on your image, to make them think….having mystery is a good thing. Diverse mystery even better! Thats what gets you work.

4.    You shot an upcoming editorial for GQ with Zena Holloway, what was it like working with her?

Working with Zena Holloway for the November issue of GQ was amazing and it's a 12 page editorial so you will see a lot of her work in the magazine and the story behind the shoot.

It was one of the most exciting shoots I have ever done.

I love the water and I used to be a national swimmer so it came naturally to me to play my role in the shoot. Being underwater and shooting was very different to anything else I have done in my modelling career and as I am a big fan of Zena's work it added to my excitement when I was cast to do it! She is an amazing photographer; Friendly, easy to work with and professional. Although my eyes were very red after! I recommend putting full fat milk drops into your eyes while shooting underwater all day..!!!

 5.    Describe your personal style?

My personal style (photography) is very cinematic and with a directional approach, where the concept, style and all the details are carefully thought  out prior to the shoot with the models acting out their roles in the scenes. I create scenarios, concepts and feelings with my photographs.

My style is very eclectic and some may say eccentric! I love hats and I have lots of them, always like to put a hat with any outfit – no matter what the occasion!  I love putting outfits together with a twist….

6.    What made you want to crossover and work behind the camera as photographer?

I have always loved photography and art. I like to be moved by images, igniting feeling and emotion inside me. Being a model is sometimes very frustrating as you are just a subject, you have no creative scope or control. I am fascinated by everything that goes into creating a great shot; From finding locations to models to getting the right light, I could not wait to start taking pictures. I love the excitement I get from taking pictures. The self-fulfilling buzz and passion.

    7. Does your experience as a model influence and improve how you work as a photographer?

Being a model has helped enormously..! I understand angles of models, body posing and above all how to make the models feel relaxed to allow their personality and spirit to shine through in shots.

8. Any upcoming shoots that you can tell us about?
I am shooting the Autumn editorial for Refresh Magazine. And this month, the ad campaign for Nico-D. That's all I can tell you about at this stage anyway!

9. What is your favourite movie of all time?
Matrix.

10. Finish this sentence. At weekends I can be found…..
Trying to chill out and switch off from my constant stream of ideas (doesn't usually work)!! Watching movies and eating out in my favourite restaurants…..with my girlfriend, who I ADORE!!! ha ha

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The Clothes Show at Excel London was well attended by scores of young women from all over the capital hoping to view the latest trends modelled on the catwalk and to find special bargains on both beauty and fashion items only available at the event. It took me a year and a day to get to the venue because of train delays but the sunny weather made the journey there a bit more pleasant.

Hosted by top model Erin O' Connor and co-presenter of ITV2's "The Fashion Show" George Lamb, the catwalk element of the event was a riot. The stage was lit with a variety of special effects and provided a back drop against the upbeat music of artists like Lady GaGa, Dizzee Rascal and New Young Pony Club. The show opened with dancers practicing everything from ballet to hip hop and ballroom dancing.  The interchange between the models and the dancers on stage was so seamless that at times it seemed as if everyone were models. 

The true models gave a good show modelling a host of items of which many were glam rock inspired and in tune with the eighties vibe which is so in right now. It featured evening wear, party wear and street styles in various segments. Kate Price, Jordan, also managed to make an appearance alongside the fashion wonderman, Anthony Lowther where she played a beauty queen "Miss London" It was enough to create a frenzy as the girls behind me hyperventilated and screamed her name while the photographers made every effort to get the first pictures of Jordan on the catwalk since her break up with Peter Andre. The fashion show was entertaining however while I recognised some of the designer's work showcased on stage it would have been nice to have some material "in hand" at the event which indicated what pieces belong to which designer as it was easy to get carried away in the "circus" of events happening around us.

The market did have quite a few good finds, however the time we attended it meant a swarm of teenage girls had covered the complex and the resulting million queues meant you could be put off.

Steve Madden's shoes were extremely sexy and were sold like hot cakes at the reduced "Clothes Show" price. Much of the trendy clothing on sale had a "nautical" feel to them using navy blues with streaks of gold. There were some standout lines such as Chi Chi, which features some cute dresses with bold colour, Strawberry Kats, which had some beautiful shirts complete with romantic and whimsical frills and Meteor Shower at which I bought a really cute 50s inspired purse.

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Today we went to the Clothes Show Live in London. Unfortunately we missed most of the show as we were TRAPPED on a train for over two hours. We were supposed to arrive at 3:00pm but instead we spent are time baking on a hot steamy train.

Luckily we got to the Clothes Show in time to see a bit of the show before it ended. Here is a shot of the fashion show featuring celeb  guest, Katie Price (Jordan)  with British male models Anthony Lowther and Max Rogers from Storm. You might recognize Max Rogers from the recent Agent Provocateur ad. There is one more day of the Clothes Show left and we will be returning tomorrow to bring you the best bits of the show

Check back tomorrow as we will have a full Gallery of  the entire show.

Feast your eyes on the latest Agent Provocateur campaign. The last Campaign was about virgins, this one takes a total 180 degree turn and is titled "Ulysses and the Call of the Sirens". Agent provocateur enlists, Supermodel, Karen Elson to front the  campaign. British male models Ross Slade and Max Rogers from the dynamite hosts are also in the ad.

Source: fashioncopious

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Gene Kiegel has to be one of my fave photographers in Britain. Its hard to imagine that someone so artistic initially studied Computer Science and Electrical engineering and pursued a career in the IT Industry.

His style has an almost cinematic quality and I would describe his work as a visual master class. There is so much originality and personality in his shots. The images come together to create beautiful stories.  He sites legendary photographers such as  Robert Maxwell, Irwin Penn, Ellen Von Unwerth, Rankin, Terry Richardson, Steven Klein, Helmut Newton, Peter Lindbergh, and Paolo Roversi as his inspirations.

I saw one of his editorials that I really liked so i asked if it would be okay for me to share wth you. Last year  he shot this editorial showcasing the  glamorous lives of the Jetset. The editorial is called ‘Jets, Cribs & Rides’  and features Anth Lowther, Parris Taylor and some of the guys from from  Dynamite Hosts, Lauren & Josephine from M&P and Sean B from Nevs.

Every time I see this Editorial I hear one of Lady Gaga's songs.

"Beautiful, dirty dirty rich rich dirty dirtyr rich , Our hair is perfect
While were all getting shit-wrecked  "- lyrics from Beautiful Dirty Rich  by Lady Gaga

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