Photo Study #42: The Black Model

Like Rodney Dangerfield, young guy masks don't seem to get any respect. "Old Fart" masks seem to be the major money-maker, probably since they are easier to create a realistic impression and few people are going to stare hard at a senior citizen. 

Also, those discounted "early bird" dinners pay for the mask in no time.

So I was very happy when Yves Gravelle of Metamorphose masks came out with a new younger, sleeker, black guy mask. 

Yves has really taken up the challenge of filling the void left by Studio135 and has been producing absolutely amazing masks that are close to or matching Bryan Silva's amazing talents.

The "Black Model" is a mask that aims at a mid-to-late twenty-something and does it with a great deal of aplomb. This mask is slightly thinner than his recent masks (like the Clark) but is constructed just as sturdily; the bib is well developed and the material produces a nice grip on the face which definitely improves eye and lip fitment. The interior is silky smooth and extended wear is extremely comfortable.

The reference pics for my mask were Brandon Carter and Simeon Panda. Brandon for the skintone, eyebrows and waxed head; Simeon for the facial hair.

Brandon Carter has been one of the top personal trainers and nutritionists in North America for over 10 years. He has worked as a fitness model for Nike, Puma, Adidas, Men's Health, and many others. Brandon Carter was born and raised on the South Side of Chicago. He went on to study Marketing at Howard University's prestigious School of Business. Brandon works full time as CEO of "Bro Laboratories", a sports nutrition company that makes the best bodybuilding supplements the world has ever seen.

Simeon Panda is an English professional bodybuilder, who currently competes in Musclemania. Simeon has been lifting weights since he was 11 years old, and his transformation over the years is incredible. Right now, Panda is one of the most popular figures in bodybuilding; with millions of followers on social media. Owner of Just Lift®, he is a fitness entrepreneur who is featured on Forbes as one of the worlds top ten influencers for fitness. Simeon has immense popularity not just because of his amazing physique, but for his character and high standards in representing the sports fitness industry. He has competed in Musclemania® competitions worldwide, winning the European Championship in 2013 and earning himself Musclemania Pro® status. 

Yves (as usual) did an amazing job of adapting the pictures to reality. Mask fitment overall is a 10/10, with eye fitment a solid 9.9/10 and lip fitment a 9.95/10. Other than the Studio135 masks, this mask is the only one that you can actually smile in and have it MOVE with your mouth.

So if you are looking for a hot-looking young black guy, look no further - get the Black Model from Metamorphose Masks!

UPDATE

I've also added a video review of the mask as well...