It's hard for me to admit, but at this point I am officially a struggling model and would like to change that ASAP or I will be forced to decide whether or not I want to continue with modeling. My photographer from my very first test shoot after I turned 18 referred me to Model Mayhem, even though I already made an account almost a year ago but didn't submit it for approval until a month ago because I did not have pictures thanks to the lack of support from my parents when I was 16-17.
My initial purpose for moving forward with model mayhem was I wanted to start my modeling career on my own and I was tired of wasting my time and getting scammed looking for gigs on Craigslist (yes I was so desperate and didn't know better at the time and used Craig'slist). I wanted to go on legit casting calls, free and paid, and gain experience and exposure so that when I really decide to apply for agencies, chances of rejection would be slim because I would be able to provide a flawless/stellar modeling resume. In addition, network with other models so I can really put myself out there and become more successful. Once I got approved, I almost immediately got a TFP opportunity from a photographer not far from me, and a week later got my first official gig (unpaid). Later on, I got my first paid gig posing for a professional artist. I was really excited, my friends and "supportive members of my family" were really proud of me, and I wanted to keep going.
But overtime, I've realized that that artistic shoot would unfortunately be the last casting call I would ever get on this site. I found myself applying and applying and constantly getting rejected, even from free gigs. My outbox is already 3 pages on its way to 4.
I know in this industry you have to have tough skin, however, what frustrates me is that most of the casting calls I apply for are:
1. Free (TFP or just unpaid)
2. Are usually very broad and open, don't really look for specific requirements
3. Say they're open to all types (age, height, experience level, ethnicity, etc.)
4. Don't really have a limit on how many models they need
So my question is, what is wrong is me? Is there something wrong with my pictures? Are they not good enough? What is it? Remember, I entered this industry by myself with no mentor or coach. With my pictures, I try something different but it never works out because I do not know.
I love modeling and want to keep doing it! I love how I was able to start something on my own and it turn out great for me (at first). However, at the same time I don't want to keep wasting my time, applying for small casting calls that don't even ask for much and not getting them. I need some serious advice, help, and answers on how I can successfully move forward and land more gigs. If I need better pictures and there is a photographer in the New York & New Jersey area who is willing to help me take better pictures, please let me know, I will really appreciate it. I am really on edge and do not want to give up so soon but I have to face reality.
Anyway, please help me! sad

Your portfolio is rather limited and flat. You have the same expression in all the images - bored. Sometimes to build a quality portfolio, you need to pay quality photographers. Quality images will attract more photographers willing to do TFP, and a growing portfolio will eventually lead to paid gigs.

you seem to care about this business, yet it seems you have not done your homework.
At 5'10 you are short for a model, males need to be between 5'11 and 6'0 with a 40 reg suit size. 
Older guys make more money and if you want to work as a jr then you need to have much better photos and a serious acting or commercial background.
Guys make less money as models than women for the most part as they are generally seen as accessories.  That means personality and a very targeted look are needed.

This is a billion dollar business and unless you want to do it for "fun", you need to treat it as such.  Get your presentation and skills up to par, then try again. No one has time for amateurs.

You have posted this same thread on the main Critique page and you are still getting the same response on this one. What do you want us to tell you? You seem to be unsatisfied with our critiques.
From your pictures, there is no apparent potential. You have a lot against you as many have highlighted previously. You can do modelling as a hobby for sure. But if you truly have aspirations to be a professional agency model, then you have to do a complete overhaul of your image and get proper Test shoots of which you pay for.

Your portfolio does not demonstrate any modeling skill.  There is much more to modeling than standing in front of a camera.