She has only just turned two and I was just wondering if anyone out there has had anything similar happen to them and what they did about it. My daughter is beautiful, we live in Australia and she is African-American/NativeAmerican/Australian and stands out cause she doesnt look like other kids here. I have been asked before if she does modelling and told that I should get her into it, but I am very skeptical about the whole "child working" thing. Any advice or suggestions would be appreciated.
2006-06-28 11:21:11 · 24 answers · asked by skattered0077 5 in Pregnancy & Parenting ➔ Parenting
Yes, she is legitimate...and she didnt ask for money up front rather that I give her a call and bring my daughter down for some test shots. I have thought about this happening before cause like I said, its not the first time someone has told me I should let her model. Im not about to be scammed.
2006-06-28 11:33:21 · update #1
It happens all the time. The telling point is: If they ask you for money or to pay up front for anything, its not legitimate.
2006-06-28 11:24:22 · answer #1 · answered by Anonymous · 1⤊ 0⤋
Like many have said, DO NOT GIVE ANY MONEY!! Me personally would not put my child into a position like this. I feel that the child needs to be a child. She is only 2 and she has so much more to look forward to in her little life. Many times the parents get so into the process and the child does not get any say whatsoever. Modeling is very demanding and you have the chance of the child getting to overwhelmed with the whole thing. I honestly think that you should wait till the child is older and able to tell you what she wants. Good Luck!!!!
2006-07-12 03:16:19 · answer #2 · answered by Queenmeupscottie 3 · 0⤊ 0⤋
I modeled as a child and as a teenager. When I modeled as a child, my parents kept it in moderation. It did not interfere with school, or play, or anything like that. I never missed school because of it and I still did normal kid things and had normal friends. My parents did not flaunt the fact that I modeled. It wasn't an issue. If you keep it like that it is okay. It becomes a problem when it starts interrupting every aspect of every day life for your child. If you want to do it, then do it. But, don't take away her childhood. Childhood is something that is so precious and it is something that you can never go back to. It happens only once and it happens so quickly! Good luck in what ever decision you choose to make!
2006-06-28 11:27:26 · answer #3 · answered by #3ontheway! 4 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Been thru that with my grandson....the one thing that stuck out in my mind was this: "Don't let him get sick." Now, he was 7 months old at the time ~ babies do get sick ~ If they are legitimate, they won't ask for money up front, nor a picture portfolio that will cost thousands. If your daughter doesn't feel like working on a particular project, they don't care, they want the job done. I'd run the other way till she's older and may ask to do it. Just be watchful, a lot of them are scams to get your money.
2006-07-10 07:55:05 · answer #4 · answered by belle 3 · 0⤊ 0⤋
I would not do it or very limited. This because she might start thinking that all that her worth is is her beauty and not the inside. It will also make her different from other kids and then she might become an outsider and get teased lateron.
Also she might end up getting attention from not so wanted sources if you know what I mean (wackos) because she is modelling.
my honest opinion is: Let her be a kid she can still work the rest of her life. I think you already know in your heart what you want to do and I have a feeling that it is not the modelling thing.
2006-07-12 03:55:42 · answer #5 · answered by GutsiePerson 2 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Do you really want your precious two year-old in the shallow, superficial world of modelling?
Wouldn't you really have her childhood spent playing and being a child?
Once she finished school, she'll have the rest of her life to work. Why does she need to start soon?
Can you name three child actors/models who have healthy, stable lives as adults?
2006-07-05 21:01:46 · answer #6 · answered by baggyk 3 · 0⤊ 0⤋
This happened to us (my wife and me). We went to the agency and got the pitch. Then I went home and did some Internet research on the agency -- it was a scam (they sell you a modeling website for about $500, implying that photographers / casting agents regularly consult their website for talent). I will grant that their presentation was extraordinarily well orchestrated, though.
If inded the agent is legit, presumably he or she will brief you on the appropriate child labor laws.
2006-06-29 08:22:11 · answer #7 · answered by FriendlyHelper 3 · 0⤊ 0⤋
I worked for a celebrity endorsement agency and scouts do go out to try and find talent. If she is legit ask to see her credentials. What company does she work for, who is she affiliated with. Get a contract before she takes all these pictures of your baby or she can use them at her disposal. You must get everything in writing.
2006-07-12 03:17:53 · answer #8 · answered by chihuahuas2 3 · 0⤊ 0⤋
My son has. And the lady keeps contacting us to get him to modelling.
I have no problem with letting him. I would let him choose how to spend some of the money and use the rest for college. We live in China. He is half European American/Half Chinese.
I dont think we will be able to let him do it because he does not like having his picture taken. I think you can let your daughter decide if she wants to and if she seems to like it let her do it. I see she is just two. Well, if you take her there and she does ok with it, I dont think it can harm her. Save the money for her education.
2006-07-08 06:09:53 · answer #9 · answered by sakeslug 3 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Let your child be a child. Do not get involved with anyone who asks you for so much as a penny. Contract for time limited shoots and events, but do not sign a binding long term contract.
2006-07-10 18:50:48 · answer #10 · answered by ValleyViolet 6 · 0⤊ 0⤋