Things I've learned from my professional modeling experiences
and now as a pro-photographer... I was represented by one of the top modeling agencies in the world, worked in all the major markets in the U.S. and Milano, Italia...I've modeled for Saks 5th Ave, Oscar de la Renta, St John....tons more...
First and foremost. BE ON TIME AND KIND. You will be fired or replaced and never hired again by the same client if you are late or come with an attitude.
A great website for models www.models.com and www.modelmayhem.com
Portfolio:
Quality not quantity! Agencies/clients don't want to see more than one-two photos from each look. If you even have one amazing photo to get you noticed it would be better than having a portfolio full of ok photos. Investing in a professional photographer will book you work and get you noticed. Check out what type of photographs top agencies represent their models with if you are not sure what
the standards are.
www.imgmodels.com www.elitemodels.com www.marilyn-ny.com
www.dnamodels.com www.womenmanagement.com
www.fordmodels.com www.nextmodelsusa.com www.onemanagement.com
www.suprememanagement.com www.newyorkmodels.com
If you didn't already know...everybody is photoshopped to perfection in almost every single ad, editorial...ect...it's all an illusion, a fantasy...that's the point. Don't be too critical of yourself or starve yourself. Nobody is perfect in real life. Just do your best and exude that inner confidence and love that makes you amazing.
Quality not quantity! Agencies/clients don't want to see more than one-two photos from each look. If you even have one amazing photo to get you noticed it would be better than having a portfolio full of ok photos. Investing in a professional photographer will book you work and get you noticed. Check out what type of photographs top agencies represent their models with if you are not sure what
the standards are.
www.imgmodels.com www.elitemodels.com www.marilyn-ny.com
www.dnamodels.com www.womenmanagement.com
www.fordmodels.com www.nextmodelsusa.com www.onemanagement.com
www.suprememanagement.com www.newyorkmodels.com
If you didn't already know...everybody is photoshopped to perfection in almost every single ad, editorial...ect...it's all an illusion, a fantasy...that's the point. Don't be too critical of yourself or starve yourself. Nobody is perfect in real life. Just do your best and exude that inner confidence and love that makes you amazing.
Model Bag:
Things to always make sure you bring to a photoshoot.
-A small makeup and hair kit
(In case the mua/hair artist doesn't show)
-Water and snacks
(You never know how long you are going to be shooting. Make sure you can be at your best.)
-A tan and black underwear/bra
-Black heels
-Your portfolio and compcard
You should be at the shoot on time, clean and dry hair (this means no products, mousse..ect. leave in conditioner is ok), a clean face (no makeup whatsoever), and shaved and lotioned legs. Also real fashion models never have fake nails. If you are a glamour, swimwear, or commercial model its ok. But nails should be a natural color, this includes your toenails too.
To keep yourself up to date on the current runway walk check
out Oscar de la Renta's fashion shows online www.oscardelarenta.com
If you are new at walking the catwalk have someone videotape you so you can see what you need to improve on.
Things to always make sure you bring to a photoshoot.
-A small makeup and hair kit
(In case the mua/hair artist doesn't show)
-Water and snacks
(You never know how long you are going to be shooting. Make sure you can be at your best.)
-A tan and black underwear/bra
-Black heels
-Your portfolio and compcard
You should be at the shoot on time, clean and dry hair (this means no products, mousse..ect. leave in conditioner is ok), a clean face (no makeup whatsoever), and shaved and lotioned legs. Also real fashion models never have fake nails. If you are a glamour, swimwear, or commercial model its ok. But nails should be a natural color, this includes your toenails too.
To keep yourself up to date on the current runway walk check
out Oscar de la Renta's fashion shows online www.oscardelarenta.com
If you are new at walking the catwalk have someone videotape you so you can see what you need to improve on.
RESPECT YOURSELF. ♥
Think about how and with whom you are collaborating.
Does your portfolio represent your highest self?
Know what you are worth! You deserve the best!
So go out and get it, with confidence and kindness!!
Think about how and with whom you are collaborating.
Does your portfolio represent your highest self?
Know what you are worth! You deserve the best!
So go out and get it, with confidence and kindness!!
(((with love and gratitude))) -MC
