In the experience I have had and from the people I have spoken to, some people need clarification on the concept of modeling. I have noticed that from my experience on a website for models and photographer, that most of the people claiming to be models, aren’t really that.
If you have posed for pictures, it doesn’t necessarily make you a model. A model is someone who knows what angles will work for showing off what is needed. Knowing the proportions of their body and how to make their body look their best.
Just because you have posed for some guy with a camera asking you to do sexy, partially nude pictures, that doesn’t make you a model either. That just makes you a victim. 90% of the pictures taken by a man claiming to be a photographer and wanting you to take you clothes off, come out looking like they belong in the amateur section of a Hustler magazine. If you don’t have aspirations or dreams of being in one of those magazines, then you should avoid doing that borderline sleazy work.
Listen to the photographer. When they ask you to crook your leg to the left and swivel your hips. Yes it might be uncomfortable, but your photographer may think that that particular pose will make a great shot. After all isn’t that what you are wanting? A great shot? Be willing to do anything that isn’t inappropriate. If you are asked to hang from a fire escape, do it. It’s not going to hurt you and the photographer isn’t going to make you do something that can potentially hurt or injure you.
When getting in contact with a photographer or anyone else in the industry, be sure to speak or type correctly. You definitely do not want someone to think you are uneducated. For they might just think you will not be someone they would enjoy working with. Also, be prepared. Have a recent photograph of yourself if not more. A few examples of the work that you have done can help a photographer get a feel for your potential and what they can expect from you.
If you are pursuing a career in modeling then you need to know something about the business. Like I mentioned earlier, if you have posed for pictures, it doesn’t necessarily mean that you are a model. If you want to begin a portfolio, contact several photographers. Contact only those that you feel will be able to benefit your portfolio. Make sure that you enjoy their work. The worst thing to do is get work done from a person claiming to be a photographer and all it is, is someone with a camera who wants a title.
If you are less than 5’8”, remember that high fashion/runway models are taller than that. You might be great for commercial/print modeling. So if you want to do modeling make sure you are honest about your height and body measurements, so that you can be grouped into the proper category. It’s easier for a photographer to know these things before a shoot, so that everything is planned in advance.
Also, if you are really wanting to be a model; go for it. But remember that you need to do the things that are going to put you in the best light. You don’t want to be known for nude pics, if that is all you have done. You want to be known for your ability to model. So practice, practice, practice. The best way is to get as much time in front of the camera. Just make sure it is someone that knows how to work that camera.
If you would like any more information, feel free to email me !
*Above picture Copyrighted to Christine Pope Photography.
If you have posed for pictures, it doesn’t necessarily make you a model. A model is someone who knows what angles will work for showing off what is needed. Knowing the proportions of their body and how to make their body look their best.
Just because you have posed for some guy with a camera asking you to do sexy, partially nude pictures, that doesn’t make you a model either. That just makes you a victim. 90% of the pictures taken by a man claiming to be a photographer and wanting you to take you clothes off, come out looking like they belong in the amateur section of a Hustler magazine. If you don’t have aspirations or dreams of being in one of those magazines, then you should avoid doing that borderline sleazy work.
Listen to the photographer. When they ask you to crook your leg to the left and swivel your hips. Yes it might be uncomfortable, but your photographer may think that that particular pose will make a great shot. After all isn’t that what you are wanting? A great shot? Be willing to do anything that isn’t inappropriate. If you are asked to hang from a fire escape, do it. It’s not going to hurt you and the photographer isn’t going to make you do something that can potentially hurt or injure you.
When getting in contact with a photographer or anyone else in the industry, be sure to speak or type correctly. You definitely do not want someone to think you are uneducated. For they might just think you will not be someone they would enjoy working with. Also, be prepared. Have a recent photograph of yourself if not more. A few examples of the work that you have done can help a photographer get a feel for your potential and what they can expect from you.
If you are pursuing a career in modeling then you need to know something about the business. Like I mentioned earlier, if you have posed for pictures, it doesn’t necessarily mean that you are a model. If you want to begin a portfolio, contact several photographers. Contact only those that you feel will be able to benefit your portfolio. Make sure that you enjoy their work. The worst thing to do is get work done from a person claiming to be a photographer and all it is, is someone with a camera who wants a title.
If you are less than 5’8”, remember that high fashion/runway models are taller than that. You might be great for commercial/print modeling. So if you want to do modeling make sure you are honest about your height and body measurements, so that you can be grouped into the proper category. It’s easier for a photographer to know these things before a shoot, so that everything is planned in advance.
Also, if you are really wanting to be a model; go for it. But remember that you need to do the things that are going to put you in the best light. You don’t want to be known for nude pics, if that is all you have done. You want to be known for your ability to model. So practice, practice, practice. The best way is to get as much time in front of the camera. Just make sure it is someone that knows how to work that camera.
If you would like any more information, feel free to email me !
*Above picture Copyrighted to Christine Pope Photography.
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