| Francois Legagneur |
| Francois Legagneur Francois Vision ? Hatchouprite Studio Very Inappropriate & Unprofessional Photographer New York City, Internet |
| 14th of Aug, 2011 by User619122 |
Francois Vision is a very unprofessional photographer! Upon meeting him on Model Mayhem, he told me that he would give me a great deal on a package for about $200. He didnt specify whether or not I would get any edited
images so I didnt assume thats what I was getting. After agreeing to get the package he told me that we would have to set up a date to shoot. He also told me what to wear for my shoot which I thought was crazy considering the fact
that I was already paying money for his services and not his suggestions.
The day comes for the shoot and I finally meet him. He was very friendly and unintimidating at first, but little did I know that this would be the MOST uncomfortable and unprofessional experience I ever had. He turned into an aggressive and perverted fraud. He KEPT finding reasons for touching me in inappropriate ways, to fix my poses, so he said. He
continuously groped my rear end and inner thighs while I was in a bikini.
After the shoot he told me that he would submit some of my photos to an industry friend of his. He also said that in order for some people to get famous they have to give a friendly exchange to industry people. To be more specific, theses friendly exchanges are sexual favors. Since he made it clear to me that he was an industry insider I was certain that he was indirectly saying that he expected something from me. I played stupid and ignored his statement to avoid
entertaining it but he then asked what my breasts looked like and then told me he needed, not wanted, to see them. He then gave an excuse stating that if I wanted to model I would have to lighten up a bit because plenty of realmodels would do it and that this incident happens pretty casually in the fashion industry. I said I didnt want to and that I had to leave but he insisted and even told me to have an alcoholic drink with him.
I declined and went home. Yes, Francois Legagneur is inappropriate and pretentious. On his page his only professional looking pictures are pictures of fashion week models from fashion shows. So dont be fooled! He is only hired to snap shots of these type of events. As far as how my pictures came out: they looked like regular pictures from a camera phone.
Also, he exploits other models on his Facebook. He posts all of the unedited shots that youve paid for on his page for the public to see. WHY? I have no clue.
Stay away if you can! I hope my experience has helped enough. Moreover, im hoping that whoever is his next victim does research on him and finds this report.
All Im asking is for anyone else to share some experiences theyve had with him. Please dont be scared. This is the only way to stop him.
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I Am a former client and employee of Mr.Francois Legagneur and i can ensure you that these accusations above are FALSE! . Francois did not display any unprofessional conduct with his models/clients. He did not touch his model inappropriately nor make sexual innuendos. the following accusations were filled by a Jealous and Upset client who got what she was promised (photos, prints) but wanted more, As most humans always want more. I have also woked as Mr.legagneurs Assistant and have first hand witnessed The Fake accusations, Sexual requests (from clients to legagneur which were denied) as well as Other employess who have also worked for WEKNOWTV, Francois company who have
gossiped fake stories after they though that they deserved more (better pay) Although most of the work done is unpaid and the employees knew that from the start!! I can firmly assure you that Francois is a good man and this are wrong and LIESSSS!!! |
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October 22, 2011
My name is Hannah Rokes, and I have been working with Francois Vision for a while now. Working with
Francois Vision through We Know T.V. as the photographer has been an
experience. Going to different events and fashions shows, including Mercedes
Benz Fashion Week, and getting to meet many different people and being apart of
a company that works as a team has been life changing. Working with Francois
and his company I can say he has the vision, the drive, and the people who work
for him are approachable and friendly but still maintain a professionalism that
get the job done.
Francois himself
is dedicated, driven, and you can see the vision he has, and he has been able to put it into reality. He is always willing
to work with people as a team, and work through any challenges that may come
with respect to everyone. Needless to say, it has been a pleasure as well as, a
lot of fun to work for Francois Vision.
Sincerely,
Hannah Rokes |
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I had the pleasure of staying at the model apartment in Queens, NY provided
through Francois Vision of WeKnowTV. The apartment was safe & secured in a
peaceful retirement like community. I never felt unsafe or uncomfortable on any
of my visits. The apartment was fully furnished & also included bathroom
toiletries, cable TV, wifi & Internet access.
Anything I needed advice on in the industry, Francois provided me with. I can
honestly say I have a better outlook & clearer prospective on the fashion
industry as a model, than what I had prior to meeting Francois. When I met with
Francois in January/February 2011, I was frustrated not knowing how to revamp
myself & career as a model and I explained my frustration to him; Coming from
Maryland, a place of "promising opportunities with slim structural foundation
on how to advance & move forward outside of local work. I told him what my
vision was & how determined & willing I am to progress as a household name in the modeling industry as a Runway/Print Model.
Francois told me straight up what I needed to do & how I should go about it.
He's like a personal tutor, on call whenever you need him. Everything from my
image to helping me with my test shoot, to getting me INSIDE at Fashion Week &
watching numerous shows, I can honestly say Francois has followed through on his
word. I've even been backstage & met with designers, viewing their model
lineups, meeting with people who work behind the scenes with designers being
invited to the after parties . I mean up front access most people never have the
opportunity of being familiar with.
Recently, I signed with Flaunt Models in NYC as well as Wilhelmina of PA.
Francois helped shape me into what the industry looks for in black models. I
never had anyone other than one other person, to spend the time into molding me
into industry expectations. He would tell me what size I needed to be, what
look to go for, how to carry myself when meeting with them. Sure you learn this
through modeling school & the web but, very rare do you meet someone who is kind
& generous enough to hold your hand & say, "I will help you, don't worry... You
will make it". He's never crossed the line and touch me in an inappropriate manner or made me feel uncomfortable around him. I have new test shoot images I'm able to use because of him,
references, Fashion Week access, new agency representation, and a friend I can
call.
Melanie Blue |
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