My first attempt at writing here, please comment and critique. I am trying to improve my writing style everyday.
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It had been a roller coaster year for the couple, they had won the lottery quit their jobs and started new careers. Elizabeth changed careers, she decided to take up modelling, she was an out going person and the thought of doing nothing but having money did not appeal to her. She and her husband Sean were in Amsterdam on a photo shoot assignment, her first really big gig a fashion spread for a magazine devoted to plus sized fashion conscious and professional women.
They were to meet up with famous Belgian photographer Chloe. Chloe was one of those eccentric artists who were tops in the field and who only used one name, like they are the only person worthy of the name. She was in her mid 20's and already at the start of her career she was on every fashion magazines "to get" list. Chloe had a certain way of working, she liked to observe her models before a shoot and spend time with them taking the odd candid shot and seeing how they naturally move and behave. This also gave her an opportunity to direct them in the shoots more effectively. A photo is as good as a thousand words.
Elizabeth's husband encouraged her to pursue this career change. He knew staying around doing nothing would drive her mad. It also gave them a chance to travel. At first she did not consider it a viable career choice, but her curvy figure, ample breasts, child bearing hips and wonderful smile were a sure sell. There was a large market for the plus sized model, and the magazine she was doing the shoot for was geared towards the plus sized professional type, so the fashion comes with a price tag and nothing but the best model and photographer combination would do.
They recognized Chloe from a distance waiting at the designated spot outside the Amsterdam train station. Her hair was longish short and dyed a dark red with more blondish highlights. Her figure was slim and athletic. She wore the usual attire for late fall in north central Europe, Leather jacket, slim cut jeans, high flat soled boots and a heavy scarf. She carried a haversack over her left shoulder which served as a purse and a place to put things she needed during outdoor shoots. Chloe could have modelled herself but choose to be on the other side of the shutter.
They greeted her in their best Dutch/Flemish they could muster and she greeted them in English. They agreed to do some shopping, then grab a coffee at a cafe. During which time Chloe would take a few candid shots so they could go home with some travel pictures and she could focus on her work later that afternoon. The trio toured Amsterdam and did some window shopping, the day seemed to be consumed with taking in the sights. They ended up at the Bulldog a coffee shop, a cafe that also purveyed marijuana. They all sat down and ordered coffee, Chloe went to the marijuana bar and purchased some pre-rolled Marijuana and tobacco cigarettes. She lit one and inhaled, then passed it to the couple.
"Go ahead it will help you relax a bit, just don't inhale too much if you are not used to it" Chloe remarked.
"When in Rome!" Sean replied taking the cigarette and inhaled.
His wife looked at him with some disdain, but realized she was really nervous and it's legal here. "okay just a bit". She inhaled lightly, feeling a definite buzz not being used to the sensation. They passed the cigarette back to Chloe who took another deep puff, she did this sort of thing more often the couple figured.
Chloe chimed in "okay as you know we have a few shoots to do this week. I like to do one shoot a day and not rush things. Today's shoot is themed, waiting for a date. You'll be wearing some leather and clothing from a famous designer and the scene is a cafe, a more upscale place than this. The shoot location is being renovated and is currently closed."
The couple nodded in agreement.
Chloe then explained "I prefer to work without many people there, do you have an issue if Sean is not there? I find too many people disruptive and I like to have the model focus on what I want them to do."
"Well that's okay I guess, I'd prefer to be there but if it helps things along I can take off for a bit" Sean replied.
Elizabeth replied "Are you sure? I'm a bit nervous, I'd prefer to have Sean there."
"For now no, please, you are a new model and it is important I have you focused. Maybe in the future when you are more comfortable in your work. We will only be a few hours this way." Chloe replied. "Okay, is that okay honey?" Sean nodded yes, he trusted the situation. "For Now lets change the topic" Chloe interjected.
The trio stayed at the cafe for another hour and left for the cafe where the shoot would take place. It was in a nicer area of the city, no prostitute window shops or trashy sex shops. The presence of which made the couple a bit uncomfortable A number of tables were set up still and the barrista counter were still intact with various baked good still on display along with the cappuccino machine on the back counter. Three digital cameras on tripods, numerous lights and other photography paraphernalia were set up around the cafe ready for the shoot. A stylist and an assistant were also present.
"Elizabeth go with Mila she will help with your makeup hair and getting dressed. I am going to be getting ready for the shoot and can't be disturbed until you are done, try to relax, it's easier than you think."
"Okay, well honey I guess this is goodbye, I'll call your cell when I'm done?" Elizibeth asked her husband.
"Sounds good." He replied and kissed her tenderly and embraced her. "You'll do great, can't wait to see you in print." He smiled trying to avert her fears and smiled.
"I'll need you to go out back, Sean, I'll Show you." Chloe replied, time for a cigarette.
The two of them went to the back of the cafe, she heard a door close in the back.
"This way." Mila showed her the change room and began working on her hair and make-up.
