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 ID: 292974 Posts: 3 | Date: 2009-08-12 21:17 I am new to the site and to modeling. I have a portfolio and I am looking for an
agency and work. Also, I am looking for any feedback or advice anyone would like
to offer please.
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 ID: 290363 Posts: 1 | Date: 2009-08-13 07:15 Hello Molly,
You certainly have a pretty face, and your posing makes a statement. You are
conveying emotion from your eyes, which is critical to a good shot. Take the
time to practice your looks and learn about modeling. There are so many web
resources for modeling advice, study them and you will be well armed for your
photoshoots.
Your photographer has let you down, though. It's painfully obvious you were in
the "zone" with your modeling, makeup, hair, clothing and location, but the
photog's skills were not up to the task. You need to graciously thank that
person and move on to the next photog. After several disappointments, you will
know what good photography looks like. Get on ModelMayhem.com and offer TFCD
shoots. You'll get to work with lots of photogs, develop an understanding of
your own favorite styles and learn about the biz. PLEASE, PLEASE, PLEASE...
always have an escort with you on a first time shoot. There are a lot of creeps
out there, and you don't want anything to do with that.
As a woman, you probably know lots about makeup and clothing. Good models
compliment that knowledge with some understanding of photography. Lighting,
angles, color and composition is what it's all about. If you understand the work
the photog does, you can present better in front of the camera, and can offer
your own creative ideas on locations, styles and perspective. You can make your
own art by telling the photog what you want.
To be blunt, a pretty girl is a dime-a-dozen. Hair, makeup and clothes can make
any woman look cute,and she'll look back on those pictures when she's 80 saying
"Wasn't I a dish?". But, there's no money in that. A skilled model is worth her
weight in gold. You become a skilled model by studying and practicing your art
with lots of local photogs who have different styles. It's a collaboration
between the model, makeup artist, hair sytlist, clothing designer and
photographer that creates a money-making shot. Get a linked up with a good local
photog, and he/she can network you with MUAs and CDs to build your portfolio.
Those of us who pay models want educated, skilled, low-maintenance models who
are passionate about creating art. The money comes from the effort we all put
into it. It's not enough to be cute. Make a personal choice to be serious about
the craft, and you can realize your dreams. Then, and only then, will your dream
come true.
Good luck,
Rob |
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