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“My…mother kind of took a lot of pictures of me growing up. So being in front of a camera is easy for me,” Alec replied with a small bashful smile. His mother had taken a lot of photos of her children, but he knew that as her first, she probably had a bit too many of him in scrapbooks around the manor. “Thank you, though. I’m glad that you like my work.” And maybe, if he was lucky, this shoot would lead to something more. Alec wanted to act, but he hadn’t found the right film or show yet. Alec nodded and smiled, pleased that his sister had done so well. “She’s always been like that. People flock to her without her even having to try, though trust me when I say she tries. She’ll have you charmed in no time at all.” Alec had always been a bit protective of his sister too, but he trusted her to do what she knew she needed to do.

Venice. He was looking forward to going from place to place on a boat. Maybe he’d stay a day or so longer after the shoot just to enjoy the area. Alec chuckled and replied, “Perhaps you should give them some incentive to use a better background. Though I suppose they think the plain ones look nice in their catalog’s.” He stood and followed after the man, eager to see what he would wear. Alec didn’t entirely have the best fashion himself, but he could dress nicely when he put his mind to it and when he’d started this career, he’d gotten a lot better at it. “Woah,” Alec said as he walked toward the rack of clothes. “This is more than any of my other shoots had.” His fingers trailed over a dark, black leather jacket that was just his style. Jace would be so jealous if he brought this home. “Did my sister tell you I like leather?” He asked as he turned to look at him. He wouldn’t be surprised if she had. “Okay, let’s get started then. Where’s your changing room?” He didn’t pull anything off the rack, though he was tempted to take the jacket now. He saw a nice shirt that would go well with it too, it had a little more frills than he would’ve liked, but it would blend well. Despite all that was in front of him, he could already imagine taking an outfit home, maybe two if Magnus let him buy the second one off of him.

Magnus listened to the other, nodding as his lips curved upwards. “Well, having an early start has definitely come as an advantage.” he assured. The work Alec had done was marvelous, and pictures did no justice to the full beauty of the younger man. He looked up as Alec talked about his sister and he nodded. “She really looks up to you. You’ll be the first siblings I’ve ever used for my personal line.” he explained with a smile. “Well, as charming as she is, I’m sure you’re just as wonderfully charming.” It was a subtle attempt at flirting, because Magnus had a serious weakness for the dark hair and blue eyes combination but he really wanted Alec for this shoot in particular.

Magnus shrugged. “They see what I’m capable of, but they want to line to stand out more on the promotion posters. Which is foolish, but let the cooperate idiots remain blind to true vision.” He let Alec look around, giving a little shrug of one shoulder. “This particular line I wanted to have something more people could afford, my line has become immensely popular in the last two years.” He replied, as Alec looked through the rack, smiling as – just as he’d been told to expect – Alec fell in love with the leather jacket. “She did. She has a slight taste for it herself. She took the women’s leather mini jacket with hardly a glance and built the outfit to go with it.” he chuckled. He motioned to the area curtained off by tall black curtains. “There’s a three way mirror, let me know when your done and we’ll see if anything needs to be changed.”

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Alexander

“So I’m told. And thank you,” Alec said with a charming grin. He shook his hand and nodded saying, “Magnus Bane.” The name rolled off of his tongue like he’d said it before, which he might have, to his sister. He sat back down the moment that Magnus had and kept his eyes on him, which wasn’t difficult to do. The photographer was stunning and it was a wonder he didn’t model himself. “I hope that I’m able to give you exactly what you were looking for. I’m sure you’ve seen some of my past modeling work and while I’ll admit that it’s not much, I’m very good at what I do.” And he wasn’t saying that to brag. Modeling was a lot like acting and he could put on a face just as well as he could pretend to be someone else.

“Yes, she told me how amazing of a photographer you are. So when I got your request, I couldn’t deny it. Don’t be surprised if she buys more from your line. Though I’ll admit that Isabelle has a bit too much of clothes.” Though he had a feeling that his sister would disagree. “Venice? Really?” Alec asked, leaning forward some in interest. “I’ve always wanted to go to Venice.” Money wouldn’t be a problem for him, but it was an extra perk to have everything covered. “Very well. I will show up, no worries about that. And we’re doing something today too, correct? Or is it just fitting me to some outfits.” And the one he would take home, Alec was actually looking forward to that. “I’m prepared to do whatever you ask of me.” And if Magnus hired him, he would certainly not say no to that. He finished the remainder of his coffee and sat the glass down. “So, what’s first?”

Magnus barely concealed the little shiver that ran down his spine as Alec said his name, giving a little nod. He leaned back as he sipped his tea and smiled. “I assure you, Alexander, when I ask for someone specifically? It’s because I know they can give me the results I want.” he promised. “I have never worked with someone I couldn’t get to give me what I want for a shoot, but I take particular pride when it comes to my personal fashion line. I only want to the best, and while you’re work isn’t as long winded as some other models, you’re certainly one of the best. More relaxed than other models are in front of the camera.” he explained, setting his cup down.

“Isabelle was amazing. She’s exceptionally beautiful and she knows it. I like having confident women in my shoots, but I prefer to have ones who enjoy the chance to help other women find confidence, too. Your sister is one such woman.” he said with a nod. “She is welcome to buy more of the line, as are you. My models get special treatment with my personal line.” Magnus smiled and nodded. “Yes. Isabelle’s shoot was in Rome, yours is in Venice. It’s a lovely place, you’ll enjoy it.” he promised. “We have a few shots for here, but most of those are for the department stores that sell the line. They like plain background things because they lack vision, but they sell my product, so I give them their mediocrity.” he laughed softly, moving to stand. “First, I’ll show you the line.” he replied, leaving his cup and motioning for Alec to follow him from the room and into the actual studio, the lamps and shades and backdrops all pristine, and a long rack along the wall was filled with clothes, but a section of about 30 outfits sectioned off. “Here is the current line, we’ll have them tailored to you today and you can pick whatever you like to take home after the shoot.”

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Alexander [ @bowstrung ]

Alec hadn’t thought he would be a model, far from it actually. His father wanted him to take over the family business, which happened to be tech and his mother wanted him to do something that would get him a high ranking in society. He felt like he achieved that somewhat on his own anyway since he was rather well known and even had quite a few offers for acting work. He was considering taking up a show now, but first he had to meet with the famous Magnus Bane. He wondered what the man was truly like. He’d read up on him and knew that he’d gotten around, but he wasn’t one to judge solely based on rumors.

He was guided into Magnus’s main office as went to the building for the first meeting and was given a coffee while he was told to wait for the man. This photoshoot was one he was looking forward to. Alec didn’t mind much if he had fantastic fashion, but he knew that this man had it and he could appreciate a good taste in clothing anyway. That and the man would be taking his photos too. Alec sipped as he waited for Magnus to arrive. When he did, he glanced over to see the door open and he stood with a smile. “You must be Mr. Bane. It’s a pleasure to meet you.” He was quite honored to have been chosen for this mans next photoshoot. “I’m Alec Lightwood.”

Magnus was setting up for his newest shoot, gathering his lenses and making sure he had the filters and backdrops he needed. He paused when his assistant came to let him know his model had arrived and neutral painted lips curved up into a grin. He gave a nod, grabbing his camera. “Thank you, Cat, my dear.” he told her, letting her leave before heading to his main office. He moved to open the door, but he stopped short as he saw the full effect of the young man. HE hadn’t been prepared for how beautiful Alexander Lightwood was up close and personal, and he had to take a moment before shaking his head minutely. “Sorry, I’m back. I wasn’t expecting you to be more handsome in person.” he chuckled, reaching to offer his hand. “Magnus Bane.”

He moved to pour a cup of fresh tea, going to sit behind his desk and looking at the dark haired model. “I don’t usually request models, Alexander. But this particular shoot is for my personal fashion line and I wanted the best.” he explained, moving to slide a folder of images he’d taken of his completed works. “I also asked for your sister for the feminine line, but her shoot was two weeks ago and she loved the outfit I let her take home.” He smiled a little. “Perks to being a model in my personal line, you get to choose an outfit and take it home free of charge; my gift for your agreeing to be here.” he replied. “But also because my personal photos tend to be done in more open areas. The shoot for the line I want you modeling is set for Venice, just three days and it’s all paid for and everything. You don’t have to worry about a thing except showing up.”