Answering a Reader Question #532

Aly Wrote:

 Hi Dania! I was considering pursuing modeling sometime in the near future, and I had some questions for you.
1) I have lots of freckles, is that a bad thing, or does it even matter?
2) My measurements are 31-27-34, and I'm 70" tall. What kind of modeling, if any, do you think I should pursue?
3) Is a test shoot a good idea if I don't have any modeling experience at all?
4) Is there any other advice you can give to someone just starting out?

Thanks
-Aly

Hey, Aly!

1) Having freckles doesn't really matter and could work to your advantage. It's all up to the agencies you submit to. What doesn't work for one agency could be just what another agency is looking for.

2) At your height, you're ideal for fashion and runway modeling (if I'm correct in my conversion, 70 inches is 5'10"). However, you'll need to bring your waist measurement down to at least 25 inches. The ideal measurements are 34-24-34 but you can be smaller so your bust and hips are just fine.

3) Test shoots aren't mandatory or necessary if you are trying to submit to agencies since they will want non professional, digital snapshots. However, there's nothing wrong with trying out a test shoot to see if it's even something you would enjoy doing. But don't feel pressured to produce pro images to try and build a portfolio or to create headshots to send to agencies. Digital snapshots will get your foot in the door.

4) Research, research, research before taking any action! I recommend doing an online search for modeling agencies within a 2 hour's drive from where you live. Visit the website for each agency and find out what kinds of models they represent and what the options and instructions are for new model submissions. Not all agencies ask for the same types of photos or info so you'll have to prepare each submission accordingly.

Once you know what each agency wants, then go about putting your snapshots together. If the agencies offer open calls, attend them instead of just sending your pictures in because it gives you a better chance of impressing an agency.

Best of luck to you!!!

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