Announcing the 2009 Southern Maine Model Search

By Robert Akers Photography!

We at the studio are proud to announce our first annual model search. All are welcome! If you've ever thought about being a model, been told you should be a model, or think you've got what it takes, this is your chance to shine!

We're very excited about this event and hope you will pass along the information to anyone that might be interested.

The following is our press going into the paper where you can find all the details of the contest...enjoy!

Announcing the First Annual Southern Maine Model Search

Nationally acclaimed Photographer, Robert Akers, will be hosting the first annual Southern Maine Model Search.

For Immediate Release, December 28, 2009—With the fashion, advertising and print industries high in demand, models are needed for various types of media, including all different shapes, sizes, and looks. Robert Akers is inviting anyone interested to join our model search. This is a great opportunity for anyone who has ever thought of being a model. We will help build your portfolio for talent agent submission, as well as providing you with edgy, individualized, photography session, compliments of Robert Akers. All are welcome.

Each entrant will receive a complimentary test shoot, along with a 15% coupon towards any purchase with Robert Akers Photography. Winners of the test shoot will go on to receive a one hour photography shoot with three clothing option changes.

Contestant winners will be determined on five various criteria: originality, marketability, individualism, personality, and style.

All images of full-session entrants will be voted on by a panel of judges, consisting of Robert Akers staff, local talent agent judgement.

The winner of our contest will receive a half-day professional modeling shoot with a complimentary make-up artist, and (4) retouched 8x10 prints for your portfolio, including one head shot, one full-body shot, and two images of your choice, as well as a page on our website dedicated to showcasing your shoot and our experiences in the professional photography world.

This is a great opportunity for anyone who has ever thought of being a model, been told they should be a model, or simply feels they have what it takes. No previous modeling experience is necessary!

Test shoot dates: January 11-16
Full shoots: January 18-23
Winner to be announced by February 1
For more information, and to schedule your complimentary test shoot, please contact Robert Akers at (207) 985-4606. Space is limited.

We hope everyone had a great holiday and wishing you a great New Year!

Robert Akers Photography Photographs Olympian Alicia Sacramone!

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Robert Akers Photography was so excited to have the chance to attend a USAG clinic with 2008 Olympic Gymnastics Team Captain Alicia Sacramone, and her coaches Mihai and Silvia Brestyan.


Bob, who was the former Maine State Gymnastics Coach of the year, as well as the coach of several High School state winning Maine gymnastics teams, was excited to have the opportunity to combine two of his favorite things-photography and gymnastics.


Bob spent the day photographing Alicia and her coaches. Along with coaching assistance, Alicia took part in an autograph signing, as well as answering young gymnasts questions regarding her experience with the Olympics and the sport of gymnastics.


As many probably know, Alicia was the team captain of this years Beijing Olympic Team that took home a silver medal in the team competition. In addition, she was the 2004 World Champion in the floor exercise.


Please check out below some of the images from the day! Very exciting!







Alicia and her coach, Mihai, answer gymnasts questions.

Alicia signs autographs for the gymnasts.

Leading Warm- ups
Sharing the Olympic Silver Medal from the Womens Team Competition.

Coach Mihai helps a gymnast reach a handstand on the uneven bars.