I'm fine with escorts, and find they can be quite helpful. My wife is usually near by (when done at our small in-home studio), but if you want to bring your own that's cool for the painting portion. You will want to check with the photographer about the photography portion.

I am not a photographer, I have one available sometimes, but not always, she has a lot on her plate as well, if you would like to work with me, please have someone in mind that you would like to have shoot you.