You may not have a size 2 waist or be as skinny as a Dixie cup but that doesn't mean you can't carve out a successful career as a model.
Here are 3 tips for attracting the attention of plus size modeling agencies and get your dreams of a modellng career started right away.
Tip No.1: Self-Assessment
Think plus size modeling is easy? Think again. Getting noticed by can be just as cutthroat as the world of "traditional" modeling.
Take a look in the mirror and ask yourself: do you have a beautiful, yet natural,appearance? Are you tall (ish)? (This is key for plus size models.) Do you have tenacity and drive and are willing to push through for your goals no matter what happens? If it's yes to all this then feel free to move on to tip no.2.
Tip No.2: Create Your Very Own Portfolio
Some prospective plus size models think they need to spend thousands of dollars for a shiny and glossy portfolio to show off their talent. But this is simply not true.
The key to a good beginner's model portfolio: pictures that are "natural." What does that mean? No posing in front of the fireplace. Nothing staged or artificial. Just some simple--but beautiful--shots showing off what God gave you.
So how many pics do you need? Well... at the very minimum... you will need ONE facial close-up and ONE full body shot. (Be sure to wear natural clothing you feel comfortable in.) Having that much will be sure to get you off to a good start.
Tip No.3: Make Contact
Okay. So you've got your portfolio compiled...now what do you do? Well your next step for your modeling career is to contact reputable modeling agencies that do have some form of specialized department in plus size modeling.
And so what do we mean when we say a "reputable" agency. Well it'll be your job to research the reputation of prospective agencies. (Obviously the Ford agency is legit, some guy on Craigslit? Maybe not.)
The next course of action is to pick up the phone and call--don't even think of faxing or mailing--and see if you can schedule a "meet" at the agency.
When you show up for your appointment wear some semi-casual attire that makes you look good, but comfortable.
Tip: Another way to get noticed is go to an "open call." Don't be intimidated by all the people there. Just do your thing, be confident, and before you know it you might find yourself repped by a plus size modeling agency.
By : Bruce_Davridcek
Here are 3 tips for attracting the attention of plus size modeling agencies and get your dreams of a modellng career started right away.
Tip No.1: Self-Assessment
Think plus size modeling is easy? Think again. Getting noticed by can be just as cutthroat as the world of "traditional" modeling.
Take a look in the mirror and ask yourself: do you have a beautiful, yet natural,appearance? Are you tall (ish)? (This is key for plus size models.) Do you have tenacity and drive and are willing to push through for your goals no matter what happens? If it's yes to all this then feel free to move on to tip no.2.
Tip No.2: Create Your Very Own Portfolio
Some prospective plus size models think they need to spend thousands of dollars for a shiny and glossy portfolio to show off their talent. But this is simply not true.
The key to a good beginner's model portfolio: pictures that are "natural." What does that mean? No posing in front of the fireplace. Nothing staged or artificial. Just some simple--but beautiful--shots showing off what God gave you.
So how many pics do you need? Well... at the very minimum... you will need ONE facial close-up and ONE full body shot. (Be sure to wear natural clothing you feel comfortable in.) Having that much will be sure to get you off to a good start.
Tip No.3: Make Contact
Okay. So you've got your portfolio compiled...now what do you do? Well your next step for your modeling career is to contact reputable modeling agencies that do have some form of specialized department in plus size modeling.
And so what do we mean when we say a "reputable" agency. Well it'll be your job to research the reputation of prospective agencies. (Obviously the Ford agency is legit, some guy on Craigslit? Maybe not.)
The next course of action is to pick up the phone and call--don't even think of faxing or mailing--and see if you can schedule a "meet" at the agency.
When you show up for your appointment wear some semi-casual attire that makes you look good, but comfortable.
Tip: Another way to get noticed is go to an "open call." Don't be intimidated by all the people there. Just do your thing, be confident, and before you know it you might find yourself repped by a plus size modeling agency.
By : Bruce_Davridcek
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