At her first shooting day, Cleo was in a very good mood - we uses the last sun rays to finish the day. When we made appointment for the shooting Cleo wasn't sure if she will pose topless.
In this case I always offers a model that she didn't have to do anything she doesn't want, and she doesn't have to decide it at the beginning. At the end of the day she felt so comfortable in front of the camera, that she was brave enough to take off her top.
It's very important to give a model, and especially a newcomer, a safe feeling. I recommend always create a good and relaxed mood, don't push anything, accept limits, accept a "no"
don't ask again and again ... and give her time to decide. You will see the difference if a model feels good at a shooting or not.
I'm sure some of you already know this, but some of you are maybe interested.