I really want to become a model/actress, but im afraid to tell my mother. Help?

Question

I dont know why im afraid to tell, her. i probably think she doesn't believe in me. Please help me with any advice on how i can tell her. Thank You!!

Answer 1

If you want it more than anything, just tell her. It's your dream so who cares what anyone else thinks?

Answer 2

Family is important but do not let your parents destroy your confidence. Just sit her down and talk to her explain exactly how you feel and why you want to do this. The sooner you do the better you will feel, as i am sure you will need your mothers suppport and help if you do go into modeling, is so heres some advice.

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.

NEVER GO ON YOUR OWN ALWAYS TAKE YOUR PARENTS!!!! BE VERY CAREFUL WHAT YOU SIGN!!!

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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Answer 3

I would just tell her, but like the actors who have answered have said, it's a tough business. You have to be able to take rejection well. It's the only job interview you'll have where your job qualifications will have nothing to do with wether or not you actually get the job. My daughter is studying theater in high school, and wants to pursue an acting career. I will do everything I can to help her, but she realizes that her dad and I also want her prepared for a career as well, in case acting doesn't pan out for her. I think your parents will be supportive, if they realize you're serious. Good luck!

Answer 4

Wow, that's really harsh.... I def. say you explain to her that this is a passion because most parents are like "ugh acting/singing/modling..." because those are VERY hard jobs to get into it takes alot of work and you have to be ready for that esp. acting, and modling because modling is a pain in the ****, and acting well you have to have one hell of a stomach because you have to swallow your pride and be able to take rejection because there's ALOT of it, trust me... i'm an actress it's really, really, hard but that's what I WANT to do that's MY passion and I've explained this to both my parents and they understood that I was personally prepared for the way ups, and the way downs for acting, I mean I've had my share of rejections, and they hurt but I wiped the tears that I saw fit to cry, and picked my head back up and went on auditioning. That's what your mother is probably worried about that because it's SUCH a hard business to get into that she doesn't want to get hurt, I don't think that she "doesn't believe in you" she believes in you she's your mom, it's just it's really hard to get into, she's probably worried that you'll be disappointed and won't be able to pick your self up. So explain to her that you're ready and you understand the work it takes.... and if makes you feel better I believe in you, I believe in anyone who has a passion and can't tell someone because if they know that just one person, no matter who has faith in them. So good luck!
and Break a leg.

Answer 5

Why, do you want to become an actor or model?


Do you live in a city with a lot of work for models and actors?

Start by taking acting classes, do it for about a year, and see if you still like acting.

Many actors in New York, work as waiters, because they can't get acting jobs. How do you feel about waiting tables?

Answer 6

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Answer 7

Tell her you have a passion for the stage and you want to become an exotic dancer. Then let her talk you into becoming an actress.

Answer 8

Let her know that this is what you want to do, BUT I would also plan (and tell her this) on getting a degree in something else. It is VERY competitive, and I know...I have been in the field for a long time.

Answer 9

Just tell her how you feel.. I mean come one shes your mom shes gonna love you no matter what its not like she is just going to all of a sudden disown you because u decided what you want to do with your life

Answer 10

Just say this, "Mom, I want to be a stripper.........(pause for reaction)....... just kidding I want to be and actress!" She'll be so relieved she'll be o.k. with it.