Kip Fulbeck's new book project is MIXED KIDS ... a photo portrait book about multiracial/multiethnic kids!  We're having an open shoot Sunday, October 12th. Here are the details:

MIXED KIDS PHOTO SHOOT / L.A.

OPEN CALL

This is an open call for mixed kids 12 and under ... multiracial, biracial, mestizo, Hapa, etc.  Any ethnic mixture is welcome!  Approximately 100 children will be picked for the book.

DETAILS

1.  Release forms must be signed by parents/legal guardians.  If you are bringing children that aren't your own, please print out this release form and have it signed.  Kip will not photograph anyone without a signed release.

2.  Please have your child wear their typical clothes.  We'd like them to look as everyday (and beautiful!) as they normally do, as opposed to having them look "dressed up."  

3.  Please do not have your child wear all white.  Kip shoots on a white backdrop, so white jackets, t-shirts, etc. bleed into the background.  The less white clothing, the better.

4.  Let your child know this is a fun project.  Kip is great with kids, and he'll joke around with them, show them their pictures and give them stickers.  But anything you can do to get them in a fun frame of mind is appreciated.  Please make sure they're well-fed and have gotten their sleep!  :)

5.  Depending on crowds, the whole portrait process can usually be completed in 10-20 minutes.  

6.  INDIVIDUAL STATEMENTS:  Your child will be given the opportunity to write about themselves on a piece of paper (similar to Kip's other books) ... the basic question is "Who are you?" but they can take it wherever they want.  They can write as many statements as they want, but they must finish it at the shoot before you leave -- i.e. no sending it in by mail later.  Kids are pretty good at coming up with their own genius ideas here!  Scribbling for the younger kids is fine.

7.  If they'd like to practice, make sure to have them write/draw in a 7"x7" box with black ink.  They'll probably have to re-do a statement on premises to keep the project uniform.

8. If your child is really into a hobby or activity, you can bring a prop for them to hold/play with (sports equipment/ball, musical instrument, paintbrush, stuffed animal, blanket, toy, doll, book, etc.) Also, if they participate in a sport, feel free to have them come in their uniform, gi, etc. PLEASE NOTE: THEY SHOULD ALSO HAVE REGULAR CLOTHES AS A BACKUP... Just so we have the option of shooting either.

FAQS
What are my child's chances of getting in the book?
It all depends on how many people we shoot and what the publisher pics.  For 100% Hapa, Kip photographed 1200 people for 120 images.  For Permanence, he photographed 400 people for 120 images.  We are planning to photograph approximately 300-400 kids for Mixed Kids.

How do I increase their chances of getting picked?
This is a hard one, as we don't make the final decision, but usually the more original the statement, the better.  Humor, drawings, and poignancy are always good.

Can we get copies of the pictures?
Sorry, but we cannot forward original pictures.  If you are interested in purchasing an image, we can send you a sample copy.  Please contact me (Lindsay) at info@thehapaproject.com to inquire about purchasing signed prints.