Modeling 101 - Answering Reader Questions

Anonymous Wrote: The information contained on this blog is so very informative. My question is as a new freelance model are there any links you can share that protect both the model and the photographer? One that allows me to be able to use the photos for my use (calendars etc?) as I may require? Thanks in advance! Hi, Anonymous! Below is a link to a pdf file for a release form from the Model to the Photographer (traditional release forms are from the Photographer to the Model): Release Form (Model to Photographer) This version has a "special conditions on usage" section, where you can write in any specifics about usage, such as the calenders you mentioned. As long as you and the photographer both sign the release form, the photographer will still be granted the rights/ownership (as is the law) but you'll also be protected on your end, as well as free to use the images for your own promotional purposes.

Leslie R. Wrote: Hi.! My Name Is Leslie And I Have Always Dreamed Of Being A Model. I Am 13 and 5'4 And I Was Wondering If I Can Still Make It? Since Im New To Modeling I Want To Start Off In A Normal Agency Nothing Like Elite. Please I Want To Know Before I Go To A Casting Call and Get Sent Home Because Of My Height;(.. Thank You! Hey, Leslie R! Sure you can still make it! At your age and height, you're ideal for either teen modeling or commercial/print. Do an online search for agencies with these divisions that are within no farther than a 2 hour's drive from where you live. Make sure to read the instructions for what materials to submit and what ways they will allow you to send them in. Since you're a newbie, you won't need professional headshots, photos or portfolio. Non professional, digital snapshots will be more than enough.

Anonymous Wrote: Hi dania, You really helped me with your comments, im Viktoria (with a k) and im ten years old ,I really want to be a model when I grow up , and I have almost all the requirements. Im smart(gifted student) ,the tallest in my class,but not a teen . The problem is that I weigh 115 POUNDS do you have any tips on losing weight, not getting fat again ,and how to get accepted into elite and Ford? P.s. I live in Rockford Illinois thx write back Hi, Viktoria! Please read these words very carefully: 115 pounds is NOT FAT . Models are expected to weigh anywhere between 100 pounds to 125 pounds maximum. I'm 115 pounds and I'm not fat, nor has my agent ever told me to lose weight. So you are fine and do NOT need to lose weight ! You are 10-years-old so weight loss should be the least of your problems. Just make sure to keeping eating healthy (fresh fruits and veggies and lots of water) and you'll be just fine. To get accepted into agencies like Ford and

Anonymous Wrote: Hi Dania! I want to apply to Elite Model Management but I have several options: 1. Apply to a local modeling agency in partnership with Elite 2. Apply to an Elite office in a neighboring country 3. Apply to the NYC office Which option would be best for my modeling career? I'd ultimately like to be signed by Elite Model Management New York.  Hey, Anonymous! I don't know where you are currently located but I say do all 3! Since each of those offices are far apart, there's no harm in applying to all of them. It's not like they're going to call each other to cross check, you know? There's far too many model submissions for them to do that. If you got accepted to Elite in NYC then obviously that's the one you'd ultimately go with since it's your main goal. However, if you got an offer from either of the other options, that would still be good because it's a practical way to get your foot in the door. If the agency feels you&

Anonymous Wrote: Hey Dania! I just have a few questions. I've been working as a freelance model and competing in local beauty pageants for a bit and I'd love to try to get agency representation. I live in a small town in North Dakota though and there aren't any agencies here, but there are two in Fargo ND which is about an hour away. The problem is that I'm 21 and I'll be graduating college in a year (Dec. 2013.) I'd love to move to a large city such as Chicago or NYC after I graduate but if I can't find a job right away, I'll probably stay in ND a bit longer. I know the economy is much worse in large cities and everything is more expensive, so the thought of living in one and being super poor freaks me out, which is why I decided to finish college in my hometown first. My parents are paying for my tuition so at least I won't have any student loan debt when I move. If I'm too poor to afford healthy food, a gym membership and qual

Baha Elvar Wrote: I am wondering if the invoice should include also a VAT number, because I haven't seen it on your invoice template... Thank you, it is very helpful! Hi, Baha! When it comes to modeling invoices in the USA, we don't use VAT numbers, which is why that info wasn't included on the modeling invoice template I provided on my blog post, " Modeling Invoices ." However, I found a template example for a VAT invoice that you might be able to customize for your own uses for modeling jobs that should meet those requirements: http://office.microsoft.com/en-gb/templates/vat-invoice-price-including-tax-TC001180191.aspx I hope that helps!

Trifuion Wrote: I am not signed to any agency. I got an offer from a mother agency. Do you advise me to sing with a mother agency? Because in this way, a mother agency takes a % from your earnins, and the modelmanagement also takes a % from your earnings. Will I get enough money for me...to cover expences, pocket money and still have some for myself? Hi, Trifuion! If you have an offer from a mother agency I would say take it, especially if you don't have offers from other agencies on the table. While there are two sets of commission you'd have to deal with, the move will get your foot in the door with modeling, allow you to travel and gain the exposure needed to increase the likelihood of being successful in the field. The agencies book models for the highest paying work most times so they'll do their best to make sure that the money you walk away with is enough to cover basic living expenses. It might be a difficult transition in the beginning but once you ga

Farrah Wrote: Hello Dania, I would just like to ask you a few questions concerning modelling. Well i'm 21, female, 5"9, (30-27-34). I've always been told that i look like a model, however i've never really been confident about my looks and whenever i see photos of models they always have those perfect features and perfect white teeth. Unfortunately, my nose is not tiny, it's not huge but it's noticeable, i also don't have straight teeth or soft hair. I'm scared if i try modeling, they would reject me because of these flaws. Do you think a larger nose and a few imperfections could be an issue? And also do you think 21 is too old to try Runway modeling? Last but not least, Do you think there are models out there who started with no confidence and with time they were able to grow and become more confident? Thank a lot :) Hi, Farrah, There are TONS of runway models with imperfections...many right on their faces. But that didn't stop t

Nala Wrote: Hi dania I would firstly like to thank you for having such an amazing blog. I have aspirations of becoming a VS model I'm only 14 right now but I'm turning 15 on the 24th of december which is in a couple of days. I exercise and do kick boxing and yoga and jog and I try eat healthy I don't wear make up at all do you think I'm on the right track?. I read a post from another website that said that told me to wear things that make me feel beautiful and be confident but I'm not the confident type of girl I'm more of the socially awkward girl are they're any tips you can give me to be more confident?. The post also said you must be on the cover of vogue before you're 18 but how do I do that because I live all the way in south africa but I'm moving to new york in 3 years. And lastly I would like to know if NEXT, IMG, Elite and ford agencies have open casting calls. Thank you I hope I didn't ask to many questions. Nala. Hey,

Ashley Wrote: Hi Dania! So, I've already asked a few questions (reader question #475) but I have a few more... If you were to persue fashion modeling and had the right measurements does your wieght play in? Like you're proportioned well had the measurements and height but you were heavier? Thanks so much! Love the blog! -Ashley Hi, Ashley! Don't worry, you can never ask too many questions! If your height and measurements are on point, then weight doesn't play as much of a factor. However, if you're aiming for fashion and runway, just be aware of the fact that in large markets like New York and Los Angeles, fashion agencies do "weigh ins" on their models so they'll know exactly how much they weigh. And in some instances, even if the height and measurements are good, an agency could still tell a model to lose a few pounds.

Anonymous Wrote: Hi, if I live in PA and almost 3 hours from nyc, would it be okay to send pictures to agencies like Ford and Elite in New York?  Hey, Anonymous! You can send your pictures to agencies in New York but if an agency there wants to sign you, they'll more than likely want you to relocate to NYC to be closer to the agency and castings. So I would recommend submitting only if you're willing to move.

Emilie Wrote: Hi Dania! I contacted Unique Models in Denmark about a year ago (i were 14, soon 15) and they said that they wanted a follow-up meeting because they thought I were too young. Now, a little over a year after, I am turning 16,and they want to see me one last time (I've been there 3 times i guess)to finaly decide weather they want me or not. I am SO excited, but I am afraid that I don't have the right mesurements.. I am 176 cm, 78 cm around my bust, 62 cm around my waist, and 88-89 around my hips. is that too much? and another thing is that I have got acne.. last time I went to the agency, my skin was almost perfect, but now my skin is really bad, an I get medication from my doctor. what will they say if I have acne on my next meeting at the agency? will they change their minds, and not want me? please Dania, I am so confused and scared that they don't want me Love Emilie Hi, Emilie! First off, your measurements are just fine , so please don&#

Kristine Marks Wrote: Hi Dania :) I really enjoyed reading all of your postings, and was so impressed to see that you literally respond to each person who posts! I'm 23 years old, and have the exact measurements that you listed, except I have an extra 1/2 in. around the largest part of my rear. I'm 5'8" and just applied to Ford. Though I've done a shoot to create a portfolio with a local Wisconsin company that wanted to sign me, I did not agree with the terms of their contract. That was when I was 20. Now I'm 23, graduated from college, living in Chicago and at a full time job... and have decided that I need to give this my all one last time! My dream has always been to be a victorias secret model, and my husband and friends have been pushing me to send in this application for a long time. But... what do I do now? Just wait? I literally just sent in the application 2 days ago, but I want to make sure that I'm doing everything that I ca

Izabela Serban Wrote: Hy! Can a modeling agency want to sign with them even if they never seen you live' but just on pics and videos? Who pais for the model apartment, food and plain ticket?ft Hi, Izabela! Modeling agencies must see a model in person before offering them a contract. If a model can't make it to the interview, it isn't likely to convince the agency to want to sign them. Once signed if a model has to relocate and live in a model apartment, the agency will cover the costs of living until the model begins to book work and can either afford to cover their own expenses in the model apartment or has enough funds to find their own place. As far as the plane ticket for relocating the model, this expense is usually covered by the model. Or if the agency agrees to pay for it, that expense is later reimbursed by the agency taking the amount back in the form of the commission they charge for each paying gig they book for their models.

Anonymous Wrote: Hi, I would like to ask if an exclusive model can still get jobs on their own but let their agency know so that they can be in charge of those jobs? Hey, Anonymous! It is possible for models with exclusive contracts to freelance their own jobs on the side. It is best to bring this subject up once offered a contract by the agency. Let them know you're interested in freelancing and see what feedback they have. Most times, the agencies are perfectly fine with this and could give you guidelines to follow for how they would prefer you to go about this. Others might not have any guidelines in place but may just tell you to let them know when you do book work on your own. I will say, though, that many agencies that allow their models to freelance often do ask for commission from those jobs, even though the model got the assignment on his/her own with no help from the agency. So be aware of that possible situation as well.

Anonymous Wrote: Hey, Dania. I'm 5'2" and 15. I'm not 100% sure how to become a model with any really important agencies, so if you could give advice? I'm not really material for VS, but I'm really interested in becoming a model. Any advice you give would be greatly appreciated. Thanks!  Hi, Anonymous! At your age and height you should try looking into agencies within a 2 hour's drive from where you live. Make sure they represent either or both of the following divisions: teen models, commercial/print models. Below is a link to a blog post I wrote, which gives the basic steps for how to get started in modeling if you're looking for agency representation: Where Do You Start?

Nika Wrote: Hey Dania, So I have a question, I can't hold it. Is 130lbs really considered not fit or not small? I notice a lot of your readers post about their weight which is small and then at the end they say, but I'm trying to lose weight (insert: confused face). For fashion probably a little to big I guess, but for commercial I would think 130 is totally okay. I'm 128 now which is how my body looks most fit. I can't imagine going below this on purpose. When I'm lazy and don't exercise my weight can max out at 135 but I'm still in my size 4's and 2's comfortably, although again 128 is where my body has the most toned/fit look and it takes work to stay there. I'm 5'5" like the poster. I consider 130 to be a small/healthy size at that height, of course this all depends on how you are are proportioned and your muscle tone etc. I'm on a workout regimen now and while I hope to lose an inch or two, I don't

Harsh Singh Wrote: i am 5'10 and skin is dark my friends says that agencies look for fair models so i want to ask can i be a model and i am from india.(u look beautiful) Hi, Harsh! Awww, thanks for the compliment! Agencies use male models of all skin tones. It mainly depends on what area/country you are trying to pursue modeling, however. For example, in Asia many of the models represented are very fair skinned but agencies will usually also have a select few that are very dark in complexion. In the United States, I've seen a consistent mix of both fair skinned and dark skinned male models. I'm not very familiar with the trends for models in India but I would recommend looking at the websites for Indian modeling agencies and looking at the photo galleries of the models they currently represent. If you see that a majority of the professional male models on there are lighter in complexion, then that may be the look they want right now. But if you also see that t

Kimberly Spear Wrote: Hi Dania Denise I am an aspiring model and I have a couple of headshoots that were done by a friend and I wanted to know if it is better to have my headshoots re-taken professionally or submit the ones I already have? I have been waiting for something like this, a place where true modeling questions are answered by a qualified professional. Hey there, Kimberly! Glad to have you as a blog reader! :-) If you're a new model starting out and are looking for an agent, you don't need professional headshots or portfolio modeling pictures to submit. They'll prefer non professional, digital snapshots. So if the ones your friend took are decent, clear in quality and if you don't have a bunch of makeup on, then submit those. It isn't necessary at this time to get headshots done by a professional photographer. Below are samples of snapshots for headshots that agencies like to see from new models:

Damarif S. Wrote: Hi, My Name is Damarif S. I'm 15 years old and I'm short (5'2). I think I'm going to grow much and I really want to become a model. But I become discourage because all the models I see are tall. Is there any modeling agency's that sign short girls like me?  Hi, Damarif! At your age and height, your best bet would be to find a modeling agency that represents teen models. Most times they don't have strict height requirements for general teen modeling so that would be a good place to start. Other than that, you won't have many options as far as agencies go until you reach at least 5'4" or 5'5".

Kelsey Wrote: I am almost 17 years old and modeling has always intrigued, yet frightened me. I am 5'5, so would commercial/print be my only option. I am 130 now but plan to lose weight. Also, how could I become comfortable in a shoot and what should I do before looking into an official agency? Hey, Kelsey! According to current agency height standards, yes, commercial/print is the type of modeling you qualify for. My best piece of advice for learning how to be comfortable in a shoot is to be comfortable with yourself. This can be accomplished by practicing posing in the mirror. The more you know your body and how to it moves and could be photographed, the less intimidating it is once you actually get in front of a camera. Of course there's also the option of doing a test shoot just for fun to see how you feel and to get your feet wet. There are plenty of professional photographers that do free test shoots with new/inexperienced models but you can also do this with a

Girly Geek Wrote: I'm 11 and i have great pretty long brown hair and a sparkling smile and i want to know should i be a model? Hi, Girly Geek! I'm afraid I can't answer that question for you. That is a decision you have to make for yourself. As I'm sure you know, it takes more than looks to become a successful model. It takes hard work, determination, being able to handle rejection and competing against a lot of other girls that want the same thing you do. Not to mention that even if you're 11, you'll be treated like a young adult and expected to behave as such. Sure, it's fun but it's also work and a job, especially if you get an agent to represent you. You're still very young and at your age so you've got plenty of time to see if modeling is something you want to do. Learn a bit more about the industry, read more of my blog posts to get a better understanding of what modeling involves and talk to your parents to see what they think. S

Anonymous Wrote: Hi Dania, I am recently 'working' with a huge agency in NY. They met with me and said they wanted to do a test shoot. Two months later I did the shoot. I didn't get the pictures back until a month. My supposed agent said she loved my look. Then the owner of the agency emailed my father and said that they were just going to put me on the website and send my pictures to bookers, but to not come in for a while. Is this yet another hoop I have to jump through? Don't you think I should be signed with them already!!!! Urgh I just hate waiting. Hey, Anonymous! It does sound like another hoop. I know waiting is the toughest and definitely not fun, especially since you've already gone through so much and are receiving positive feedback. Agencies in markets like NY get bombarded with new faces all the time and they have to feel confident that once officially signed, the models will book work. So this "hoop jumping" phase is like being

Anonymous Wrote: I've always wanted to be a model and people even today tell me that I should become one. Only this is.. I'm 25. Becoming a model would be a dream come true for me but from what I read in your blog, it's too late for me. Is it honestly too late for me to try and follow my dream? Hi there, Anonymous! 25 is considered too "old" (I'm using that word SUPER loosely) for fashion and runway modeling BUT you are the ideal age for commercial/print and--specifically--lifestyle modeling. Lifestyle models pretty much do the same type of work as commercial/print models but this division is for men and women ages 25 and older. Here is a link to my blog post that describes this type of modeling in a bit more detail: Lifestyle & Mature Modeling Definitely follow your dream, just make sure to seek out agencies that represent commercial/print and/or lifestyle models and you'll be fine. Good luck!

Nichole Wrote: I've been modeling for 8 months. I'm starting to get some recognition in the industry round my city. I've been given the chance to attend a tent show in New York. I wanted to know if 24 is to late to go on castings in New York while I'm there. Should I say I'm younger since I look that way. Hi, Nichole! I'm assuming you're talking about casting calls for modeling agencies? If so, it will be a matter of what types of agencies you're considering. At your age, you're ideal for lifestyle and commercial/print modeling, which is for models ages 24-25 and older. A majority of New York fashion and runway agencies set their age cut-off at 21 or 22. The stricter ones set it at 19-20! It's important to know that upfront. For an agency of this kind to take you on for fashion and runway work at your age would be rare but not impossible. Each agency has its methods for who they consider as an exception to the rule so it's not c

Sadie Wrote: Hi im Sadie im 16 & Want to be a VS Model. Im 5'6 & Trying To Grow Taller My Moms 5'4 & Dads 6'4 Should I Grow Taller ? Ive Be Working Out Im 135lbs Heading to be about 125lbs So I want To Try Ford Models But Will I Have To Move To New York I Live In CA . Hi there, Sadie! Your doctor would be the best person to estimate how tall you'll eventually grow to be. Physicians/doctors have the knowledge to predict that kind of stuff since they can easily look at your family's medical history and use that info to tell you how tall you could be. So it's worth making a quick appointment to find out. To pursue VS you will have to move to New York in order to work in that market. An alternative would be to get signed to Elite or Ford in Los Angeles and then seeing if they'd be willing to relocate you to New York to work with the office there but that would still involve moving. Either way, relocating to New York is key to being cons

Nika Wrote: Some of the agencies I'm submitting to want hard copy photos, no emails. what size to you recommend sending? Is 5x7 the standard? Nika Hey, Nika! For your snapshots, 5"x7" is ideal. There's also 4"x6" but 5"x7" is definitely more than enough to meet the requirements for submissions. No need for big images like 8"x10"--that's only for professionally printed modeling images.

Katie Wrote: Hi Dania! (: So I'm 13, 5'11, 34B, and weigh 115 pounds. I'm confident in myself, and my looks, and I was just wondering what kind of work I could do at my age to build up my experience, since I really have *no* idea where to start. I live in Canada, so anything in or around New York is out of the question for now. Thank you! (: Hi, Katie! Oh my goodness, being 5'11" at 13...the agencies are going to LOVE you! :-) I would definitely suggest sending in snapshots (non professional images taken with a digital camera) to fashion and runway agencies in Canada. You don't need previous experience, training or a portfolio established in order to be considered for agency representation. Snapshots will get your foot in the door. Once signed, your agent will take care of the rest, as far as setting up your first test shoot (the majority of experience building is hands-on and takes place during the test shoot) and sending out your pictures to gi

Sierra Wrote: Hi! My name is Sierra, and I am 12 years old and 5,5 and sadly have a better body then my two 16 year old sisters!! I have all ways been told I would a VS model by my sisters and should by my friends because of how good a model I am and how my body is. I never wanted to be, but I looked into it and instantly fell inlove! I was wondering how much or how expensive Elite and Ford are because I am going to save up as much money as I can and would like a goal to reach. But my mom and sisters think its dumb that I want to be a model, they dont know its for VS. So Im finding this info out by my self because I am alone :PP Hey, Sierra! Agencies like Elite and Ford do not charge models to be represented by them so that is the good news. To send in your pictures or attend an open casting call is completely free. Once you are signed, the only time money comes into play would be the costs related to setting up your first test shoot and using those images to create you

Anonymous Wrote: I'm slightly bow-legged. Most people do not notice but do you think I could still become a model? I'm 15 and 5'7". Hi, Anonymous! I doubt being slightly bow-legged would stop you from modeling, especially since you mentioned it's not that noticeable. I'm sure there are plenty of working models that have the same thing and don't experience any issues. At your age and height, you're ideal for teen modeling and commercial/print. However, if you end up growing taller in the next few years and if you have the right look, you could also qualify for fashion and runway modeling. Some fashion agencies lower their minimum height requirement to 5'7" for girls that are ages 14-16 so check out the websites of agencies in your area and see if such an exception for younger models exists.

Stark Wrote: Where would you recommend a male model to start? Where I live there are a lot of Modeling scams it's gotten pretty difficult to find any authentic agencies. And is it required to have a ripped and chiseled body? Cause I definitely do not have that, but I'm not fat. Hi, Stark! Since you're having trouble finding trustworthy agencies to submit to, allow me to help if you don't mind. :-) All I need to know is the city and state where you live (not your mailing address or anything like that) and I'll see what I can find for you, in the way of agency names and websites. You can provide that info in a comment on this blog post or you can email me directly at: daniadenise@gmail.com. I will not share your email address or anything we discuss via email on my blog--that goes for any of my blog readers that wish to communicate with me through email. To answer your other question, no, you definitely don't have to be ripped and chiseled like a Chipp

Anonymous Wrote: Hey, Dania! Great post! It helped boost my confidence a tad bit! :) As others have done, I'll give you a tidbit about myself in hopes to get your feedback. A few years back, when I was 16, I went to a model search (which was with a very well-known agency) and gained a callback and was told I had raw potential. Now that same agency is actually have a "fashion show/homecoming party" in my area and I'm pending on purchasing tickets as you get to meet designers, models, the agency, etc. I guess this is a little bit my way of wanting to be "found" and this time pursue, if able, a career. As stated, I'm nineteen years old and am approximately 5'7.5". I'm not sure if my age or what not would be the end of this dream or if it's something I should at least give a shot. Also, would there be any pointers to help me "stand out" if I did go to the fashion show/party? Thank you! Hey, Anonymous! You should de

M.Alexandria Wrote: Hi, I'm 17, 5'7, 135lbs. I have no tattoos and only my ears pierced. I would like to pursue modeling. I want to lose some weight first and I've always wanted after I lost the weight to get a tattoo between my hipbones almost as a reward. But also as a testament to my journey because I've been losing weight since my doctor told me I was at risk for diabetes. How much of a problem would that cause in finding representation? the tattoo would only read "studio de perfectum" Hi there, M.Alexandria! Congrats on doing so well with losing weight and getting your health back on track! Since the tattoo you described seems simple, I don't think it would hinder your chances--mainly because of where it will be located and if it's small, that means it will be easy to conceal with body makeup. So as long as you don't make it too big/elaborate in design, I think you can get away with it.

Sandra Wrote: Hi Dania, I'm a 24 year-old and want to start modeling, just not sure where to start. I'm finding your blog very helpful full of tips and insights thank you very much! I'm so eager to get out there just wondering when starting out, should I be going to all the agencies in my area or just choose one?  Hi, Sandra! You're very welcome--I'm thrilled my blog has been of help to you so far. :-) When it comes to agencies, submit to as many as you meet the requirements for. There's no need to submit to one at a time. As long as they are legit and credible, send in your photos and info. The more you submit to, the better your odds will be. Never hold out for one agency, either. Wait to see what replies you get and if there is more than one agency interested, determine which one you want to accept an offer of representation from after you've met with each one for an interview.

Anonymous Wrote: I was wondering what was needed in order to have your own successful modeling agency. Do you need to go to school? If you do, what would you major in? Or just mostly have connections? What is the owner of a modeling agency called? Sorry if these are dumb questions! Hi, Anonymous! Definitely not dumb questions at all!!! I can only speak about modeling agencies as they run and operate in the USA so that's what I'll talk about here (I don't know if you're in the U.S. or another country, as I do have international blog readers). To have a successful modeling agency you don't technically need to go to school. However, most people ideally do get a degree in Business, Business Administration, Entrepreneurship, etc. After all, it takes knowing how the business industry operates in general, plus studying this field in college introduces people to all aspects, including marketing, accounting, finance, funding and other topics that all relate to h

Anonymous Wrote: I just got a tattoo on my forearm it's a tiger it's just not that much big eather can I still get a job Hi, Anonymous! As long as the tattoo can be easily concealed and/or covered up using body makeup, it shouldn't prevent you from booking modeling jobs. While some modeling gigs specifically ask for models with no tattoos, there are many that make exceptions for models with small, minimal tats. Make sure to submit yourself to those (if you're freelance) and you should be fine. If you have an agent or are seeking representation, make sure to let them know about the tattoo and they'll keep that in mind when submitting you for castings.

Jessica Naicker Wrote: Hi my names jess I'm 17 years old Always had a dream to.be a model in a top modeling agency Im very enthusiastic nd very competitive My current weight is 45 kg height is 164 cm It would be nice to get some advice on modeling or how to reach my goal.  Hi, Jess! Based on your height, you don't meet the requirements for fashion or runway but could try for commercial/print. That being said, you'll want to look online for the websites of modeling agencies that represent commercial/print models. Each site will list its guidelines for how to submit yourself as a model, which you need to make sure to follow to a tee. Don't worry about getting professional photos or a portfolio--you won't need them as a new model to send to agencies. 9 times out of 10 they'll request non-professional, digital snapshots. So make sure you know exactly what they ask for and give them that. Once you've sent in your materials, it'll be a matter of wait

Nika Wrote: Hi Dania, I did some research and drilled down to the agencies that I think I meet the specifications for. Wondering if you can tell me if you recognize these names and if I'm missing any that you would have told me to add. Two of them concern me, I've listed them first. Thanks!! http://www.couturemodelagency.com/ http://www.umodelinc.com/ http://www.realpeoplemodels.net/ http://www.thediamondagency.com/atlanta-print-models/ http://www.clickmodel.com/index.php http://www.williamreynoldsagency.com/ http://www.aboutfacemodels.com/ http://www.theamragency.com/#!home/mainPage http://www.peoplestore.net/index.php5 http://www.alluremodelmanagement.com/faq.htm http://www.modernmodelsinc.com/Pages/default.aspx http://www.mtmagency.com/locations/atlanta.html http://www.shawndajaentertainment.com/ http://www.affinitytalent.com/requirements2.html Hi, Nika! I don't see that you've missed any agencies so far. I don't live or work in the ATL area so I pe

Haute Styled Wint Wrote: Hello, I am interested in becoming a buyer for the bridal industry. Do you have any insight? I am currently a bridal stylist and a freelance writer for Houston Brides Magazine. Hey there, Haute Styled Wint! I personally don't have any experience with fashion buying in general so I can't offer any specific advice to you, unfortunately. However, I did some research and given the fact that you're already in the bridal industry, that gives you a huge advantage over those just starting out with no experience at all. Ideally, you'll want to get into an internship/apprenticeship training program at a bridal boutique or a traditional fashion boutique or department store. The training program/internship should specifically deal with buying operations. This will give you the hands-on experience, knowledge and connections needed to build your qualifications as a buyer. Try doing an online search for "Buying Training Programs" and see

Nika Wrote: Hey Dania! Nika again! Makeup question. Can you share with us how you prepare for the camera when you don't have an MUA? I assume you always use concealer and full coverage foundation even if you have perfect skin. I have perfect skin off and on. At this moment I am fighting dark spots and my regular foundation is not covering. I've never used concealers or full coverage foundation so I don't know where to start. Can you tell us what steps you take to prepare for the camera when you need a flawless look and what brands you use? I was looking at dermablend for concealing but I'm not sure. Oh, do you ever have to use body makeup? Thanks! I feel like I may need a makeup application class :( I only now how to quickly throw on my basic foundation, mascara and gloss! Hi, Nika! Great to hear from ya! :-) Trust me, my skin is NOT perfect...far from it, in fact. It's healthy but as far as appearance, I do a lot to try and maintain it. I have ecz