I'd give you a try ..

If you around in February, I'd love to get some new pic.
Send me some of your work and prices.
[email protected]

Good Luck,
Addy

...maybe Model Mayhem if you're not out there already to network with models and other photogs.

Interesting post.  I've been a semi-professional photographer for some time now.  However, my focus is more landscape and macro photography.  That being said I always wanted to do portraits.  I've done a handful for professionals (business portfolio type work).  If anyone in the DC area (or coming to the DC area) would like new photos please message me and we can discuss further. I do have my portfolio online