RHD, I couldn't agree with you more. I was just throwing out some options.
Hi again,
I recently took these using a Canon 6D and a Canon 24-105 zoom lens. By reading your post it sounds like this is somewhat what you aiming for. It can be done. Good luck and happy shooting.
You can also crop your pictures (Photoshop)and get some nice close up results.
Great pictures and your model is a doll.