Is Babizon a great place to go?

Question

I'm thinking of sending my daughter there. (I don't have one yet) But I want her to be a model. And I'll make her start young just in case if she hates it,she could always be something else.So I need these questions answered:

<>How much does it cost?
<>Can anyone go there without being scouted?
<>What ages can enter?
<>Are the workers there friendly?
<>What do you do there? What lessons?
<>Are they racist to anyone?
<>If you've went there before,would you recommend it to anyone?

Thanks. If you can answer other questions I did not mention,please.

10 points to the one who has the most detail.

Thanks.

Answer 1

yes i went there it is SOOO MUCH FUN.and a once in a life time thing is what i called it.im 14.and i graduated january 28 2007.it cost any where from like 1175 dollers to like 2000 thats if u pay in full.then u have to pay like 500 dollers for your 6 months in the modeling training.that was soo fun.but she only has to go there if she doesnt now how to model.yes anyone can go there without being scouted thats what the 6 months are for to help u get scouted.the youngest that ive had in my class was 8 years old.but im positive there can be younger girls.yes the workers are super friendly . i had coaches name mrs.brittney and mrs.kiki they were awsome. and each student in the class are so nice and they help you if u need help as well as the teachers.you do a BUNCH of stuff.but in a good way.ok well first u have to go to the website www.barbizonmodeling.com and contact them and they will contact u no later that a week.and they will set up and interveiw with your daughter and you. and she will have to fill out a form with about 12 questions on it.or u can for her.they are real easy.then youll discuss your payment process which yull pay.then theyll call u a day later and tell her if shes made it or not. but most likely she will.they will send u a flyer in the mail telling u what place u need to bring her to a drop her off at what time she needs to be there and get dropped off and picked up. and what she needs to wear when she goes.then when u drop her off yull do an orientation type of thing.and she gets a tote bag that says barbizon on it. a makeup kit a facial kit and a models guide handbook. and they learn about models walk,fashion,how to present yourself like a lady,how to eat properly,how sit properly,or when u go out to eat the dos and donts of eating out. and how to do commercials ,how to talk in font of a crowd or in front of a camera.its really helpful.and later on theyll send u stuuf in the mail called barbizon flyers and yull get 1 for every month.and it will tell u what to bring,like a healthy snack,water or juice,your shoes.and stuff like that.then theyll send u stuff for competitions for agents.and theres one really big one that barbizon hosts its for a scholorship to a school in N.Y.C. or L.A but u get to go with her and u have to pay 3000 for u and 5000 for her but thats what the scholorships are for. and after u graduate she gets a certifocate saying she did and a placement package for her IMTA audition for the real thing and thats when shell have to pay.im going to imta in january 7-13 2008 and i cant wait . if u want to now more go to www.imtamodeling.com no absolutly not nobody is racist at all they even teach not the think about whats on the outside but what on the inside.yes iv went there and i recommend it to anyone i can.and i u have anymore ''?'' give me an email at [e-mail]

Answer 2

I've never been to Barbizon but I have been to John Robert Powers and John Casablancas. Which are similar schools. You can expect to pay anywhere from $900-$2000 total in tuition, depending on what program you put your child in. And after they're done with that program they go to the next one.......there's always a next program. They vary from 2 week summer programs going everyday, to once a week for 5 months in the fall/spring. Anyone with money can attend their programs as they are for confidence and etiquette as well as preparing for modeling/acting careers. However, John Robert Powers is harder to get into the modeling/acting portion as they go by your marketability. And that depends on what goal you have also. If you just want to stay in the local market or go national/international, that would depend also, as the looks and standards are different for both. John Casablancas lets anyone with money in and I'm not sure about Barbizon. The lessons vary from general etiquette, hair, makeup, runway, commercial acting, stage acting, film/tv acting, confidence, speech, clothing. Those are some of the lessons that I've done. There is no upper age limit, however there is a lower age limit. You may want to check how old a child has to be to attend, sometimes it's 5yrs old and sometimes it's 8yrs old. There is no scouting process to attend any of these schools as they are not agencies. The "auditions" they refer you to are open auditions that anybody has access to. They may charge extra money to have you get pictures taken with their photographer or the "photo session" may be included in the price. You will get a master copy of a zed/comp card and a head shot and then you have to go to kinkos to get a bunch of color copies made. You don't get the negatives. They're not racist to anyone and actually are always looking for diversity. The mixed races actually do rather well in this field because it's hard to tell what nationality they are and it keeps people guessing. Also, there is a IMTA (International Model Talent Association) convention every year that these schools participate in. They pick 10 people every year (expenses paid) to go and get seen by agents and scouts. Anybody is allowed to go but they have to pay their own expenses. If you ask, you can get a form to fill out that has the prices listed of what it costs and breaks down the fees to enter the seperate competions they have. This is good for experience. But for $2000 you have to decide if it's worth it. That's what the cost is total for airfare, hotel and entry fees. You don't need it, but if you have the money laying around, it doesn't hurt. Your kid could come back with awards, titles and could possibly be approached by an agent. Also, there are competitions in malls that your child can compete in as well that your school can get them into for a small fee. You may even be able to get your child into local department store fashion shows. Again, it's mainly for experience. That is as far as this "agency" can get you unless you live in a major city. Then you can just audition for a major agency and representation. I do recommend attending a school if you have the means, although you don't have to have it to become a model. You can simply just go to a reputable agency in your area and have them look your child over. A reputable agency will never ask you for a dime! Barbizon is not an agency, neither are any of the schools I listed. They are schools and charge tuition. It's helpful and gives them confidence in their field however, not necessary. So, if you have the money by all means sign them up. But if you're struggling to pay your bills, pass it up because it's not worth it. I hope I answered you questions, even though it wasn't on that particular school. I have spoke with Barbizon and asked them questions before. They're very similar to the others. Good luck.

Answer 3

these schools are a rip off