{"id":11123,"date":"2018-04-06T14:15:42","date_gmt":"2018-04-06T19:15:42","guid":{"rendered":"http:\/\/www.maxagency.com\/blog\/?p=11123"},"modified":"2021-06-24T07:10:03","modified_gmt":"2021-06-24T12:10:03","slug":"how-to-get-into-modeling","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/blog.maxagency.com\/?p=11123","title":{"rendered":"What Now? How to Get into Modeling"},"content":{"rendered":"<p>is our new series where we explore options, processes and insider insights into the modeling world.\u00a0 Read on for step one:<\/p>\n<h6>How to get in to the modeling industry<\/h6>\n<p><a href=\"http:\/\/www.maxagency.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2018\/04\/questino.jpeg\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"aligncenter wp-image-11125 size-medium\" title=\"what now photostock\" src=\"http:\/\/www.maxagency.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2018\/04\/questino-300x182.jpeg\" alt=\"What Now?\" width=\"300\" height=\"182\" srcset=\"https:\/\/blog.maxagency.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2018\/04\/questino-300x182.jpeg 300w, https:\/\/blog.maxagency.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2018\/04\/questino-768x465.jpeg 768w, https:\/\/blog.maxagency.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2018\/04\/questino-1024x620.jpeg 1024w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 300px) 100vw, 300px\" \/><\/a><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Many people have dreams and aspirations of becoming a model. It is not uncommon to find young children fantasizing about growing up and walking down a runway with a million flashbulbs going off all around them. The allure and glamour of the modelling industry is something that we have been subjected to from the media for as long as media has existed.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">If this idea has turned into a passionate pursuit, then how do you go from looking at magazines, to being <em>IN<\/em> the magazines? In this blog we will discuss the the steps that should be taken in order to secure representation.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p><a href=\"http:\/\/www.maxagency.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2018\/04\/pexels-photo-192774.jpeg\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"aligncenter wp-image-11126 size-medium\" title=\"Now what Open page magazine\" src=\"http:\/\/www.maxagency.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2018\/04\/pexels-photo-192774-300x200.jpeg\" alt=\"Now what Open page magazine\" width=\"300\" height=\"200\" srcset=\"https:\/\/blog.maxagency.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2018\/04\/pexels-photo-192774-300x200.jpeg 300w, https:\/\/blog.maxagency.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2018\/04\/pexels-photo-192774-768x512.jpeg 768w, https:\/\/blog.maxagency.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2018\/04\/pexels-photo-192774-1024x683.jpeg 1024w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 300px) 100vw, 300px\" \/><\/a><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Being a model takes much more than being just a pretty face and a large social media following. You need stamina, patience, and lots of hard work.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><strong>Now What?<\/strong><\/p>\n<p>Before seeking out an agent to represent you, you need photos to show off.\u00a0 These will act\u00a0 almost like a resume, but for your face.<\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Take very simple photos. When you are just starting out in it rare to already have a portfolio or even head shots yet. But no worries. You can start with simple digital or print photos at home. These can be done by family member, a friend, or even on your own with a timer camera. These photos will give agents a look into who you are and the canvas which can be worked it.<\/span><\/p>\n<h6>When your taking your picture remember the following:<\/h6>\n<ul>\n<li><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Wear minimal makeup, or better yet, none at all. You want to show your features in a neutral and natural setting. <\/span><\/li>\n<li><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Wear simple, form sitting clothes that are in good taste and neutral colors. The \u201cmodel uniform\u201d usually consists of skinny jeans or leggings, and form fitting shirts or tank tops, usually in black or white. <\/span><\/li>\n<li><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Keep hair simple, consistent and well groomed.<\/span><\/li>\n<li><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Stick to simple poses, and avoid props, you are the focus of these pictures.<\/span><\/li>\n<li><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Have one head shot (or close up) of your face smiling and one close up (or head shot) of your face in a neutral expression. You can include left and right profile pictures.<\/span><\/li>\n<li><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Always include a full length body shot. Women, if you are comfortable with the idea, consider a swimsuit. Men, if you are comfortable, consider boxer briefs or swim trunks. This way it will be easy to access your fitness levels.<\/span><\/li>\n<li><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Always submit clear, and in focus photos.<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<h6>When taking your pictures, super remember that following:<\/h6>\n<ul>\n<li><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Dont w<\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">ear tons of heavy makeup. By putting on 4 layers of base, contouring on new cheekbones and overdrawing your pout, you\u2019re covering your natural angles and beauty. Keep that for the \u2018gram. <\/span><\/li>\n<li><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Dont Wear distracting clothing. Avoid bright colors and anything Ed Hardy (in photos and in real life, please). Don\u2019t take this as an attempt to wow a potential agent with your style. Keep it simple!<\/span><\/li>\n<li><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Dont do elaborate up-dos, massive hair extensions, and teasing or the roots should be steered clear of. If you are the kind to change your hair colour and style often, know that you may be asked to update your photos so as not to catfish casting directors. (this can get expensive when you have to re-shoot your professional head shots every few months.\u00a0<\/span><\/li>\n<li><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">DON\u2019T EVER USE FILTERS OR PHOTOSHOP IN ANY WAY OR FORM. DON\u2019T EVEN THINK ABOUT THAT. PLEASE.<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p><a href=\"http:\/\/www.maxagency.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2018\/04\/headshots.jpg\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"aligncenter wp-image-11127 size-medium\" title=\"Now what headshot\" src=\"http:\/\/www.maxagency.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2018\/04\/headshots-300x209.jpg\" alt=\"Now What headshot variety\" width=\"300\" height=\"209\" srcset=\"https:\/\/blog.maxagency.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2018\/04\/headshots-300x209.jpg 300w, https:\/\/blog.maxagency.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2018\/04\/headshots.jpg 500w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 300px) 100vw, 300px\" \/><\/a><\/p>\n<p><strong>Now What?<\/strong><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">So now that you have your beautiful, clean and clear photos ready, youll want to start looking for an agent to get an idea of your potential and markets that you may have potential in. You can schedule a meeting with a MAX agent <a href=\"http:\/\/maxagency.com\/application.php\">here.\u00a0<\/a><\/span><\/p>\n<p><strong>Now What?<\/strong><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Next step is an evaluation. Evaluations are a necessary part of the process, this is so time and money on both sides are not wasted. Very rarely are people signed automatically. Professional agents will give you their industry opinion and let you know where you might fit in and in what market you have potential.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">\u201cMarket\u201d can refer to both location and the sort of modeling work you will do. There are many different kinds of markets. For example: North American, Asian, commercial, and high fashion.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">It is important to be persistent with your goals, dont give up. The entertainment industry is a tough one and there will be many rejections to faced. Don\u2019t be discouraged, keep working, keep practicing, keep getting exposure. <\/span><\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>is our new series where we explore options, processes and insider insights into the modeling world.\u00a0 Read on for step one: How to get in to the modeling industry Many people have dreams and aspirations of becoming a model. It is not uncommon to find young children fantasizing about growing up and walking down a &hellip; <a href=\"https:\/\/blog.maxagency.com\/?p=11123\" class=\"more-link\">Continue reading <span class=\"screen-reader-text\">What Now? 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