TFP - TFP is an acronym for 'Time for print' also known as tfcd which is 'Time for cd'. This is usually an arrangement between the photographer and the model where a shoot takes place and no money exchanges hands, instead the model recieves a copy of the images on print or cd and the photographer gains more images to add to his/her portfolio.

Portfolio / Book - A collection of images that demonstrates the range and skill of either a photographer, model, makeup artist, hair stylist, wardrobe, creative or agency. Photographers usually use this when trying to get projects or apply for related work. Example: "He's got some really impressive work in his portfolio, for all sorts of brands including Mozo, Kraft and Renault.

MUA - Makeup Artist

Wardrobe - Collection of clothing - usually the photographer asks the model to bring her wardrobe to the shoot. Or a 'Wardrobe Stylist' will specifically find clothing for individual models.

GWC - Translates to 'Guy with camera', usually meant to describe someone in a derogatory way. If someone is deemed to be a GWC they are thought to be someone who is posing as a photographer with the sole intent of taking photographs of naked females for their personal collection.

No Show - Occurs when a shoot is arranged and one of the party fails to turn up without giving prior notice

Adult Work - Frequently misunderstood type of work, 'Adult' means that the type of picture you'll be expected to do are the type of pictures that appear in top shelf magazines. The kind of images you'd typically have to pose for involve nude, open leg shots etc.