Sarah,
Unfortunately, rude trolls can spoil things for everyone. I'm sorry you were met with such rudeness.
I don't think this is the forum to drum up business, though. A few people have been fabulous in contributing content, but many only come here to feed, as it were. Perhaps you could ask Leona, Anya, Marianne or the Longhairportraits women if they gained much business through this or similar sites.
Personally, I would like more models to present themselves. I'm a part-time photographer, and I'm always interested in having more potential leads. However, I'm also in California, and not available to travel very far.
Thank you for making yourself known. Do you have a website?
Best wishes,
--Bruce