I am surprised to see so many models working from studios right now with countries enforcing bans of non essential work in offices (I don't think sex work, as admirable as it is, falls into the category of essential) . For the safety of the models and the rest of their home communities, I am a little concerned that they are not at home until the virus blows over. Quote

My favorite model is quarantined in his studio's building in Medellin (Colombia), along with 13 other models. (It was originally more, but 5 others decided they could not deal with it, and are no longer online. Those who were authorized for home broadcasts are simply staying at home.) The initial quarantine ended on Tuesday, but now has been extended for another 19 days.

Each model staying at the studio has their own designated room, which is not shared by anyone else. They perform online and sleep in that room. The studio does not let anyone leave the premises for any reason ... food is delivered and the models share cooking and serving chores. Support staff is minimal, also lives on site, and is screened carefully. Very strict hand-washing and shower rules. A covered courtyard has been converted into a makeshift exercise room, and equipment is sanitized after each use.

It is not a perfect situation, but likely as safe as it would be if they stayed home alone. But less lonely, obviously. Quote

My favorite Bel Ami model is working from home.

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I'm now quarantined on studio, have no contacts with people outside, hehe. Quote

Now also seeing many Russian models are either working from home (if they can) or will be in studios probably much like the situation in Colombia. Their quarantine seems to much tighter than others from what I have been told. Quote

Now also seeing many Russian models are either working from home (if they can) or will be in studios probably much like the situation in Colombia. Their quarantine seems to much tighter than others from what I have been told.

Yup, we are closed at homes/studios. Aren't allowed to go outside, but it's not so bad. There is less opportunities now to get sick being quarantined.

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It should also be mentioned that the impact of the epidemic's economic effects is causing a definite decrease in tipping, noticed by the models. This is at a time when their expenses (maintaining a home somewhere else AND duplicated living expenses at the studio!) are higher than usual. I ask users to realize this and be especially generous during this period.

I have given my favorite model a couple of messages to run periodically during this time, and they seem to help. Feel free to adapt and use them if you want:

"To stay online for us during his country's quarantine, (model name) is LIVING in his studio. The economy has caused tips on the site to be much lower, so please be as generous as you can to him. Thanks!"

"The economic impact of the quarantine has resulted in VERY tough times for those who depend solely on tips, such as webmodels like (name). Please be especially generous to him! Thanks!"



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