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Rachel Clark
Rachel Clark
ID: 203454
Posts: 43
Date: 2008-03-13 10:32
For the past year now I have been trying to get into modelling, I am sixteen and dont really have the cash to get professional potfolio :dunno: So people advise me to do tfp. I have contacted so many people to see if anyone will. Does anybody actually do tfp :doh:
I aint been asking professionals as i know they get paid for what they do, so what am i doing wrong. I feel so depressed :(
I have been advised to seek a photography school, which i did but they only work with over 18s I feel so stuck.
I just wish somebody would give me a chance.
How did all you guys start out???
Laughters the best medicine! Keep on smiling! :)

Alan Patrick
Alan Patrick
ID: 204848
Posts: 10
Date: 2008-03-13 12:28
Rachel, dont give up, keep at it and someone will give you your break.

A lot of photographers will do tfcd, time for a cd.

There are as many beginner photographers as beginner models, so keep perservering and someone will give you a chance.

Cheri D. Clark aka Frenchi
Cheri D. Clark aka Frenchi
ID: 209800
Posts: 446
Date: 2008-03-13 14:23
Never give up! Your beautiful! It just takes a long time :)

Hint: go to Model Mayhem and make an account. You will find people there...

:saint:

Mike Jones
Mike Jones
ID: 199345
Posts: 390
Date: 2008-03-13 17:06
Hi Rachel,

I know that I was the one that gave you most of that advice and I'm glad you have been trying. The advice is still very sound. TFCD is the only way to go if you cannot afford professional images.

One question, do you have parental consent ? I know a lot of photogs including myself will not photograph under 18's without an adult present and also written consent. There are too many cases of youngsters accusing adults of doing something inappropriate, many of them are probably true but you also hear about ones where it is later revealed that it was all made up. By then the adults career, marriage and life is in tatters. So... you definitely need to have your parents on board if you want to get a head start and not wait until you are 18.

Like Cheri or Sheryl says try model mayhem, try here too and also onemodelplace. Advertise in the local newspaper, it should not cost too much, maybe 5 quid.

Failing all that, put the word out at school. Talk to the geeks, chances are all the cool kids are interested far more in xbox than photography. However, the geeky really smart guys that are too weird to have a girlfriend, they are probably the guys that are interested in the mechanics of how a camera works, they'll understand depth of field and f-stop. They are also probably way to shy to ever ask you to pose for them.
Okay admittedly that was totally stereotyped and I apologise to all geeky adolescent photographers. But that's where I would start as my last resort. Also make sure their motives are honest, and don't let them take any shots that you might regret should they get circulated by email.

From my experience there are far more amateur photogs looking for models than models looking for togs. It shouldn't be that difficult. You may have to do some leg work but get the word out. If you cant find a photog find another model in your area and ask her who she uses. You seem to have the looks, so I have to assume the reason you are failing is that you are not trying hard enough. I would shoot you at the drop of a hat. In fact I am back in the uk for 2 weeks in June. I am a long way from Liverpool though, Leicester. If you can come down (with parental consent and an adult) then I will do TFCD with you.

Keep trying and keep positive.
Regards Mike

Rachel Clark
Rachel Clark
ID: 203454
Posts: 43
Date: 2008-03-13 17:24
Thanx for your posts guys :thumbup:
My parents are fine with me modelling so consent is not a problem, My dad also drives so ifyou are serious about tfcd that would be great.
You guys are really helpful, and mikes stereotyped geek comment was funny :lol:
Laughters the best medicine! Keep on smiling! :)

Mike Jones
Mike Jones
ID: 199345
Posts: 390
Date: 2008-03-13 17:40
Rachel Clark:

Thanx for your posts guys :thumbup:
My parents are fine with me modelling so consent is not a problem, My dad also drives so ifyou are serious about tfcd that would be great.
You guys are really helpful, and mikes stereotyped geek comment was funny :lol:

Rachel, I'm serious, if you and your dad are prepared to travel over 2.5 hours each wau to do a shoot I will definitely put some time aside to shoot you.

It's a long trip. I remember working in Huyton years ago I finished at 5pm and then had to travel to Leicester to sign some documents for a house I was buying down there, I think I went 99mph almost all the way there and back. Got to Leicester signed the forms had some dinner and then drove all the way back. Was back in the hotel around midnight. Point is if you want it badly enough you'll do it.

Mike

Mike Jones
Mike Jones
ID: 199345
Posts: 390
Date: 2008-03-13 17:59
Hi,

I did a quick search here for UK togs. On the first page there were 2 in your area.
One in Blackpool: Anthony Gregory: an amateur with some nice work
and
one in Preston/Warrington: Dan Archer - Semi pro again with some nice shots.

Message them and see explain to them what you want. Can't harm to try

Regards Mike

Joseph Mlinaric
Joseph Mlinaric
ID: 181346
Posts: 112
Date: 2008-03-13 20:49
Rachel Clark:

For the past year now I have been trying to get into modelling, I am sixteen and dont really have the cash to get professional potfolio :dunno: So people advise me to do tfp. I have contacted so many people to see if anyone will. Does anybody actually do tfp...


Since you dont have any photos available (after a year of getting into!), I really wonder, with all respect, what kind of "getting into modeling" that was lol :cantlook: ;)

There is a big difference between just an idea, a wish to be a model whats taking our minds, and getting into literarly.

In todays world of digital hardware where cameras are practitly given away, there is no excuse not to have a bunch of at least somewhat what we can call images - especially for someone who likes to be infront of lenses (like a model). Im sure, there is someone nearby, a friend or a girl in your neighbourhood (or frined's friend), who enjoys photography alot and instead of taking dull landsapes he/she would enjoy beautiful girl like you infront of camera to express his/shes love for a photography.

You dont need to ask; just put yourself infront of camera. Say "take me now!"

Yes it is true; professional images take some better attention of scouts and companies buuuut... scouts are not looking for images, but for models. And if you are really a model, scouts will find you on any image, even taken during shopping somewhere.

Shortly, if you want to be a model - act as one. Be one. Dont just dream about it :P

And good luck :)

Michael Lam
Michael Lam
ID: 234136
Posts: 11
Date: 2008-03-14 22:22
heres your problem, your not 18.. you need a parent or guardian to accept shots from you..

nonetheless you will need to seek other photographers they cna be professional or not.. tis better then web-cam pics.
I took shots with 3 professional photographers they did TFCD with me.. there are NUMEROUS amount of photographers that also need help building there portfolio.
just ask mommy or daddy to go with you. sign paper, do the photoshoot, net work
network
network

network
oh and tyr to network :) hardest+longest but most affective process.

Kim S.
Kim S.
ID: 223398
Posts: 537
Date: 2008-03-15 08:19
don t give up keep asking for test shots
Kimberley :)

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Date: 2008-03-17 10:34
Hey there, I would do some TFCD, get ahold of me 04intrepidse "at" cogeco "dot" ca

Mike Jones
Mike Jones
ID: 199345
Posts: 390
Date: 2008-03-17 11:58
Dave Leeworthy:

Hey there, I would do some TFCD, get ahold of me 04intrepidse "at" cogeco "dot" ca

How ? You are in Canada and she is in England.

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Date: 2008-03-17 12:20
I am in England 2 times a month if not more for work, Thats how.

Mike Jones
Mike Jones
ID: 199345
Posts: 390
Date: 2008-03-17 12:50
Dave Leeworthy:

I am in England 2 times a month if not more for work, Thats how.

That's great. She needs some good quality images in her portfolio.

Grace O.
Grace O.
ID: 161101
Posts: 97
Date: 2008-03-17 13:21
Mike, it's nice of you to offer your help.
sherlly butshy

Joseph Mlinaric
Joseph Mlinaric
ID: 181346
Posts: 112
Date: 2008-03-17 14:41
Dave Leeworthy:

Hey there, I would do some TFCD, get ahold of me 04intrepidse "at" cogeco "dot" ca


Dave thats great of you finaly an opportunity for Rachel and im sure its gonna be a lot of fun overthere :D

Kim S.
Kim S.
ID: 223398
Posts: 537
Date: 2008-03-18 14:23
i hope yo go and do well gl
Kimberley :)

Lucia M.
Lucia M.
ID: 170792
Posts: 688
Date: 2008-03-26 06:14
Dont give up just yet...good things take time to come by..u just have to work alittle more hard. Get some nice shots n start approaching agencies around ur area
:muscle:

Nicole C.
Nicole C.
ID: 236960
Posts: 9
Date: 2008-03-28 19:24
i have this same problem like i hear from everyone " you should model" and then when i try its complete opposite should i really be trying for this do i really have what it takes? or are people just saying that? :dunno:

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