I am already very very tall.
2006-07-11 15:58:43 · 9 answers · asked by babyfacepooka 1 in Beauty & Style ➔ Other - Beauty & Style
I have heard a lot of bad thing about SOME (not all) modelling agencies and how they make you pay for photos and photo sessions before they take you on then never give you any work. Always check with the local Better Business Bureau.
I think a better starting place before you go to agencies is if you have a friend who is reasonable with a camera (do not have to be a professional or even that good just okay) Just take 100 photos of yourself in different poses, clothing and backgrounds then pick out 10-20 nice photos. You can then use this as a portfolio, and even better instead of printing them which cost you money every time, host them on a website and get some business cards print with the website address on and just hand these out instead. This is a far cheaper way of doing it and with no RISK. You should never have to pay to get a job if you do there is a high chance it is a scam.
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2006-07-12 02:08:26 · answer #1 · answered by indieboy 5 · 1⤊ 0⤋
well first you should start with grooming yourself and finding a "look". Then find a modeling agency that can represent you. You need a portfolio.
Well besides that you need to have tough skin, because you will be regected a lot. You will need the drive, confidence.
The more stricter part:
for a high fashion model: Waist:22-25" Hips: no more than 35" Height: no shorter than 5'8" unless you are Heidi Klum she is 5'7"
For editorial models: about the same, but the height can be adjusted a couple of inches.
Good luck, it is a very hard business, and you will not always have success.
Tip: go to proscout.com
2006-07-11 23:18:38 · answer #2 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 0⤋
Get ready to be a clothes rack. That's what a model is. Oh yes, and to starve. You're never thin enough. You're going to SELL CLOTHING - you are a moving, living mannequin. Models are tall because clothing drapes better on tall people.
Still want to do this?
2006-07-11 23:07:15 · answer #3 · answered by Thom Thumb 6 · 0⤊ 0⤋
most runway models are 5/9-5/11
drink lots of water
eat very little but good food only
learn to walk with stellettos
like fashion
don't develop a big bust
have high cheek bones
bee smart/bussiness sense
2006-07-11 23:04:52 · answer #4 · answered by lindaann_56 3 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Don't pay anything to an agency. Then e-mail Tyra Banks or go to her website, because she had a whole show on what to do if u want to be a model.
2006-07-11 23:04:11 · answer #5 · answered by miss 2 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Don't let anyone talk you out of being a healthy weight. Your health is so much more important than your appearance. Remain confident and stand up for yourself, if not, you will be walked all over. Eat healthy and drink lots of water. Smile and do your best!
2006-07-11 23:02:09 · answer #6 · answered by lovin' life 3 · 0⤊ 0⤋
sign up with a reputable agency....get some head shots done and get training it is very important
2006-07-11 23:00:58 · answer #7 · answered by creativechild 3 · 0⤊ 0⤋
sign up in america's next top model.. yeah!
2006-07-11 23:02:12 · answer #8 · answered by Jean767 2 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Learn how to make yourself throw up!
2006-07-11 23:01:50 · answer #9 · answered by calgal 5 · 0⤊ 0⤋