Hello, I’m Thomas Elders, the owner/operator of Birchwood Academy, as well as the current cameraman, editor and lead actor. Birchwood Academy is an online video clips store that produces adult fetish videos for spanking enthusiasts.

The store is in need of some eager spankees and I am currently seeking potential female models to appear in future videos. I’m based in Tampa, but shoots may take place throughout west central Florida. The spankings given will be firm and real, and will typically result in anything from overall redness to marking/bruising. This will mostly depend on your skin type, and your experience in being spanked. On occasion, though, intense spankings may be negotiated in which marks and bruising will be more likely. If marks should occur, aftercare can be administered upon request to reduce further marks and increase healing.

I’m willing to accept females of all ages, races and sizes, though preference will be given to those who would be most appealing to potential customers. This could likely include girls with paler skin (lighter skin reddens easier, and is more attractive to a spanking fetishist), girls whose weight doesn’t lean to either extreme (slim to chubby is good, but thin girls have little bottom to spank, and BBW is another specialized kink), and younger girls (I’m 37, and it would probably break the illusion if I’m spanking someone older than me in a video, though I’ve done so more times than I can count in real life). Girls that would be considered “cute” (a subjective value, yes) or have the “girl next door” look would also be preferred, especially in the school themes.

Wardrobe is generally not an issue, as most streetwear will be fine for a spanking video. Glamour isn’t necessary, and its absence is actually preferred. Styles that appear plain, cute or innocent are preferable to those which would be considered sexy, hot or seductive. For undergarments, normal or bikini-cut panties are best, rather than g-strings or thongs. Bras (in those videos in which they may be visible) should likewise be “sensible” garments, rather than showy, and match the panties worn with them. Outerwear can vary, but there is again a preference for garments that make the wearer look cute. Short skirts that are pleated or frilled are excellent choices, as are shorts and pants made of looser material. Any garment that is difficult to remove, particularly when baring the bottom, should be avoided. Particular wardrobe needs can be discussed with the model prior to a shoot, once the nature of that shoot is determined.

I would prefer models who would like to appear in multiple videos over a period of time, as I do have a recurring storyline for our store, but “one-shot” roleplays, punishments or simple play spankings are also possible for those who aren’t able or willing to commit to further appearances. Some acting is required, as most shoots will include domestic situations that lead up to a spanking, rather than the rigid setup of a standard BDSM scene. The majority of the videos will contain a school theme, so the ability to play within this role will be a plus. Nudity is not required, with the exception of having a bared bottom during any spanking given. Other degrees of nudity may be discussed on a case by case basis, but will not make or break a shoot if the model decides that she would prefer to remain clothed (again, with the obvious exception of a bared bottom). Most shoots will likely take place on weekends, though other times may be possible. The majority of shoots will only contain one spankee, though some might have two or three. The number of people on set will vary, depending on circumstances, but will usually run from two (spanker and spankee) to several (spanker, spankee, cameraman(men), other models waiting for their scenes, the person whose house we’re using, the spankee’s escort, etc.). Shoots are laid back, and we try to let the scenes flow naturally, rather than scripted and forced.

(A note on escorts.... If the escort is there to make you feel more comfortable, and is willing to either stay inobtrustively out of the way or to help out, then I'm fine with escorts on the set. If the escort is going to be a hindranc to my performance or yours, then they will likely be asked to wait outside until your shoot is completed. If the escort basically amounts to a thug, though, who's only there to intimidate the photographer into "behaving himself," then both of you will be leaving the set without compensation.)

Three forms of compensation are available.

Commission: This is a simple commission based on the number of videos sold with the model appearing in them. For each video, fifty percent of the income is set aside for the models appearing within. For longer videos with more than one model, this is split equally among the models participating. For most videos, there will only be one model, so the entirety of this amount will be set aside for the model in question. This option would probably be best for local models that would be willing to appear in multiple videos over an extended period of time. It takes time for sales to accrue, and this is particularly true while we are still establishing ourselves in the industry. With each video that we add, though, our total sales increase, so this could be a desirable option over time. Depending on the shoot, a cap may be added to a commission by agreement of all parties, limiting the scope of the commission either by amount or by timeframe.

Trade: Another option is to trade time or resources between us. This could be as simple as filming two videos during the same shoot, and each of us keeping one for our own uses while promoting the other’s. This is obviously better for models that have their own sites or stores, or have the intention of starting one. Part of such a trade could also include sharing of cameras, lighting or other equipment for the duration of a shoot, as well as working that equipment while the other performs. For instance, if the model owns a site or store that caters to lingerie lovers, I could hold the camera to film a video of her modeling a sexy teddy before passing the camera to someone else to film me giving her a spanking in that teddy. Ultimately, we can come to any agreement that seems fair to both of us.

Cash: Direct cash payments aren’t preferable at this time, but are possible under some circumstances. This is simply because we’re a new studio. It will take time to see what revenue will be generated once we’re established, and we won’t know a fair and reasonable amount to offer until we do. Also, being new means that we have few assets that we could offer direct payment from. Once we’ve been in business for a period of time and have the liquid assets to pay directly, then this policy might change. We are already formulating what a fair price should be, based on my current communications with models, and balancing that with what we’re willing and able to compensate our models with.

Compensation forms may be mixed and matched to suit all parties’ needs. For instance, a model might agree to a partial cash payment and a capped commission based on amount. This essentially amounts to the model accepting some payment up front, and the rest when her videos accrue a certain amount of revenue. This would be more preferable to me, since I have to take less out of pocket, but the model still receives her full payment in the long run. Mixed compensations like this allow for all parties to leave happy.

Interested models may message me directly through my email (baka_otaku30@yahoo.com) or through the message system on this site. Please include “spanking model” in any subject line, so that I’ll know the purpose of the message. A short description of yourself and perhaps a picture, plus your preferred payment method(s) and what elements you’re willing to include in any video that we make (implements, degree of nudity, pain levels, etc.), would also be appreciated. All models will be required to sign a model release form, and provide valid picture identification as proof of age.

For anyone that would like to know more about me, you can visit my personal spanking blog, (http://thomassspankingexploits.blogspot.com/). More about my store and its school theme may be found at another blog, (http://birchwoodacademyblog.blogspot.com/).

This is a current list of all of the girls that have filmed with me. I will include ModelMayhem numbers for those that I know, though some of my previous models have been personal friends, and don't model otherwise.

Cookie Crawford (My girlfriend)
Angelica Evans (Personal spanko acquaintance)
Alice Morrison (MM #1252051)
Renee Blaine (MM #392591 & #1004852)