Viele junge Mädchen und auch einige junge Männer träumen davon ein Fotomodell zu werden. Daß das gar nicht so leicht sein kann wie das Fernsehen immer wieder suggeriert dürfte jedem bekannt sein, der sich schon ein wenig mit der Materie beschäftigt hat. Wer ein Modell werden will, der muß folgende Kriterien erfüllen, die ich nachstehend [...]
Posts Tagged ‘Model’
Wie wird man ein Model?
Posted: 1st June 2011 by Svenler in ModelingTags: Agentur, Entdeckt, Karriere, Mode, Model, Modell, Petite, Plus
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Reputable Model Agencies in the UK
Posted: 9th May 2011 by Svenler in ModelingTags: Agencies, Agency, London, Model, UK
In the UK, London is pretty much the only recognizable high-end market for modeling. There are a few smaller and less specialized markets such as Glasgow, Birmingham, or Manchester. Other even smaller markets are Bristol and Brighton, of which the latter is in close proximity to London. London: AMCK Models (Men Only) Bookings D1 Elite [...]
Income Statement: How much does a top model really make?
Posted: 2nd December 2010 by Svenler in ModelingTags: Agencies, Agency, Conde Nast, Earnings, Grey Paris, H&M, Income Statement, J. Crew, Model, Modeling, Models, New York, Rates, Vogue
I just received an email from a booker with a really interesting piece of information. It’s a statement of earnings for one of the top models with a major agency in New York. I blurred the name of the model to protect her identity as well as the identity of the agency. You can clearly [...]
Modeling: How do I improve my Expressions?
Posted: 10th July 2010 by Svenler in ModelingTags: Advice, Expression, Model, Modeling, Pose, Tips
Many amateur- and freelance models (and even some professional models) that I meet seem to have a problem with their expressions. While they may look outstanding, they fail to convey desired emotions with their face and their eyes. To help all of you out there who have such problems, here are some pointers to help [...]
Funny Finds: That doesn’t make you a Model Music Video by Robert James
Posted: 9th July 2010 by Svenler in ModelingTags: Facebook, Model, Model Mayhem, Music Video, MySpace, PunchRobert, Robert James
Alright, I know some people may get offended, so take it for what it is – a funny song about an issue that people talk about. If the YouTube link does not work for whatever reason, you can also find the video here.
Jennifer Ohlsson: Model Posing 101 and Tips
Posted: 1st July 2010 by Svenler in ModelingTags: Jennifer Ohlsson, Model, Photography, Posing, Tips
How do I know if an agency is a scam? – How do I know if an agency is legit?
Posted: 20th June 2010 by Svenler in ModelingTags: Agencies, Agency, Model, Modeling, Myth, Scam
Models frequently ask me if this or that agency is a scam or if it is legit. When there is a computer around, I can usually tell pretty quickly. If not, I can tell if I have worked with said agency or how the model has been treated. When contacted by an agency, every model [...]
Freelance Model Rates: How much can or should you charge?
Posted: 1st May 2010 by Svenler in ModelingTags: Agencies, Freelance, Model, Rates
I constantly see this question: “I am a model. How much should I charge?” from amateur- and freelance models and most of them actually think that there is a general answer to this question. While agencies work with fixed rates and fixed commissions, the rates for freelance models can range anywhere from $0 to $infinite. [...]
Model Posing Guide: How to pose a model
Posted: 20th February 2010 by Svenler in Modeling, PhotographyTags: Beauty, Fashion, Model, Photography, Portraits, Pose, Posing
While most professional models know how to pose and are very aware of their surroundings and the lighting, many amateur models are unaware of their bodies and have problems finding a pose that goes with their body type and your concept. Ideally, the model will pose on her own until you tell her to hold [...]