What photos should I use and dump?
What type of work should I get?
I'm losing weight to sample out the fashion industry, I'm a size 6 dropping to a size 4 ( :0! ) I'm planning to hit below 120. It's been fun being a freelance model, but I'd like to see how far I can go in this business.
Anna Adrielle
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Antwerp, Antwerp, Belgium
I see very little in your port that would be suitable for a fashion agency at this point. but that's okay, since you don't need an accomplished portfolio to get signed. you need good snapshots, and you need agents that like your look.
fashion is tough though. You may want to think about commercial . For commercial, you probably do need some starting pictures... think smiley stuff, catalogue, very natural.
Anna Adrielle wrote: I see very little in your port that would be suitable for a fashion agency at this point. but that's okay, since you don't need an accomplished portfolio to get signed. you need good snapshots, and you need agents that like your look.
fashion is tough though. You may want to think about commercial . For commercial, you probably do need some starting pictures... think smiley stuff, catalogue, very natural.
Thank you! I've read fashion is tough. How would I be able to get into commercial? I am pretty knowledgeable of the artistic world, but when it comes to commercial and fashion I am a complete novice.
Anna Adrielle
Posts: 17,059
Antwerp, Antwerp, Belgium
Inertia Creeps wrote: Thank you! I've read fashion is tough. How would I be able to get into commercial? I am pretty knowledgeable of the artistic world, but when it comes to commercial and fashion I am a complete novice.
it's basically the same process . Look for agencies that don't (just) have highfashion boards, but also more commercial looking girls as well. Look at their portfolio's (a lot), and learn from it. that will tell you what you need.
commercial has standards, but is a bit more forgiving than fashion (regarding height, size and age). you need a great, natural looking smile though!
a commercial portfolio doesn't mean all your shots need to be supercheesy either... well it's a bit hard to explain, just look at commercial boards of agencies .
here's the "lifestyle women" board of Ford. that's about as good as it gets, but there are plenty of other agencies out there so this is just to give you an idea about pictures
it's basically the same process . Look for agencies that don't (just) have highfashion boards, but also more commercial looking girls as well. Look at their portfolio's (a lot), and learn from it. that will tell you what you need.
commercial has standards, but is a bit more forgiving than fashion (regarding height, size and age). you need a great, natural looking smile though!
a commercial portfolio doesn't mean all your shots need to be supercheesy either... well it's a bit hard to explain, just look at commercial boards of agencies .
here's the "lifestyle women" board of Ford. that's about as good as it gets, but there are plenty of other agencies out there so this is just to give you an idea about pictures
Anna Adrielle
Posts: 17,059
Antwerp, Antwerp, Belgium
Inertia Creeps wrote: Gracias! This is really helpful, you have no idea.
no prob! and check out the polaroids, it's that type of picture that you need to submit to agencies (little to no make up, clear face, showing your body, tight clothing or underwear, no distractions, showing your body and face in different angles, natural, some smiley ones, etcetera)
also check out the fashion's board, if you want: you'll see a bit of a difference between the commercial board and the fashion board!
EDIT whoops, the link I gave you directs you to the Classics board, it was meant to link to the "lifestyle women" board . (classics is for commercial, mature models)
I think its going to be a struggle for you to get an agency as your look doesnt "say" that. You may have more success trying to tap into the commercial print market- using your ethnicity to an advantage for advertising - think banks, credit cards, computers etc. For that market you need smiling, personable photos- mostly close up but a few full body and interacting with people.
If you are trying for fashion, despite what I wrote above, your current photos will be of little help. You need a nice, well lighted head shot and better styling.
any way ATB
I just read you are asking about commercial agencies- one of the very best here in NYC is
www.bellaagency.com not saying you should apply to them but look at their web site at girls similar to you and use their photos as a guide for your tests.
Anna Adrielle wrote: I see very little in your port that would be suitable for a fashion agency at this point. but that's okay, since you don't need an accomplished portfolio to get signed. you need good snapshots, and you need agents that like your look.
fashion is tough though. You may want to think about commercial . For commercial, you probably do need some starting pictures... think smiley stuff, catalogue, very natural.
She didn't ask for a critique, she asked how to get signed with an agency, to which the answer is, get a good headshot, and 3-5 good photos with some variety, then submit along with a resume and why you want to be represented. Going to an agency is like going to a job interview, and the answer is to answer, why should they pick you over someone else.
Mark wrote: I think its going to be a struggle for you to get an agency as your look doesnt "say" that. You may have more success trying to tap into the commercial print market- using your ethnicity to an advantage for advertising - think banks, credit cards, computers etc. For that market you need smiling, personable photos- mostly close up but a few full body and interacting with people.
If you are trying for fashion, despite what I wrote above, your current photos will be of little help. You need a nice, well lighted head shot and better styling.
any way ATB
I just read you are asking about commercial agencies- one of the very best here in NYC is
www.bellaagency.com not saying you should apply to them but look at their web site at girls similar to you and use their photos as a guide for your tests.
Thanks! I'm checking out your port and had read your bio. I will be doing some fashion work and would like to know if every now and then I could ask you for advice? I admire your experience. It's incredibly holistic.
I definitely would like to jump into commercial. I also think it would be a tad easier.
Mark wrote: I think its going to be a struggle for you to get an agency as your look doesnt "say" that. You may have more success trying to tap into the commercial print market- using your ethnicity to an advantage for advertising - think banks, credit cards, computers etc. For that market you need smiling, personable photos- mostly close up but a few full body and interacting with people.
If you are trying for fashion, despite what I wrote above, your current photos will be of little help. You need a nice, well lighted head shot and better styling.
any way ATB
I just read you are asking about commercial agencies- one of the very best here in NYC is
www.bellaagency.com not saying you should apply to them but look at their web site at girls similar to you and use their photos as a guide for your tests.
Thanks! I'm checking out your port and had read your bio. I will be doing some fashion work and would like to know if every now and then I could ask you for advice? I admire your experience. It's incredibly holistic.
I definitely would like to jump into commercial. I also think it would be a tad easier.
She didn't ask for a critique, she asked how to get signed with an agency, to which the answer is, get a good headshot, and 3-5 good photos with some variety, then submit along with a resume and why you want to be represented. Going to an agency is like going to a job interview, and the answer is to answer, why should they pick you over someone else.
Thank you, I like the insight on the resume. This will be very beneficial for me! I appreciate it.
Anna Adrielle
Posts: 17,059
Antwerp, Antwerp, Belgium
pullins photography wrote:
She didn't ask for a critique, she asked how to get signed with an agency, to which the answer is, get a good headshot, and 3-5 good photos with some variety, then submit along with a resume and why you want to be represented. Going to an agency is like going to a job interview, and the answer is to answer, why should they pick you over someone else.
she asked what photos to keep/dump, and what she needs, and I answered .
anyway... most submissions happen online, and "resumes" are not included with that. A model's resume is her portfolio anyway: if you have any tears or publications, bring those. if you have special talents (this is something they may ask on the site, and otherwise when they meet you) like balletdancing or fitness or something, definitely mention that too (you will probably be asked to fill in a list with your measurements, flaws, talents, etcetera). but I wouldn't bring an actual resume
Inertia Creeps wrote: Thanks! I'm checking out your port and had read your bio. I will be doing some fashion work and would like to know if every now and then I could ask you for advice? I admire your experience. It's incredibly holistic.
I definitely would like to jump into commercial. I also think it would be a tad easier.
. For commercial, you probably do need some starting pictures... think smiley stuff, catalogue, very natural.
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