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Modeling
13/F
Ill be 14 on April 3rd
In 5 foot 4 and i weigh 115 pounds
I would love to become a model. Its always been my dream, but i dont know where to start.
i love all of it. Runway, catalogue, anything.
I need to stay proper (im religious) but i dont think that would be an issue for a 13 year old
But no swimsuits or anything
How would i go about getting prepared to do this? How old/tall do i need to be to begin modeling? What to i need to begin going on go-sees to agencys? How should i act once im there? Do i need a portfolio or anything?
How about posture?
Im basically clue-less, so any information would help!
I watch americas next top model, but they are older.
Do you suggest going to barbizon?
i really really want to do this.
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Maybe give some free advice about: Etiquette?
You will need an agent to pursue this. Do not sign with Barbizon or any other agency that is not credited with being reputible by the Screen Actors Guild (SAG) or ACTRA in Canada.
If an agent isn't listed on their lists there's a good reason. Do not ever pay for lessons, photos they insist on or to have them put your photo on the Internet for casting directors or those in the entertainment industry looking to hire you for modelling or acting.
Those are two huge scams there. Reputible agents never advetise in newspapers, online or in phone books. What you need to find is a talent agent for kids/teens who specializes in modelling/acting/commercials.
Most of these agents only require snapshots and or an 8*10 (it could even be your school photo) laser copied several times. you don't need fancy photos or a portfolio as you are a beginner.
What I would recommend to you is to hire a background talent agent in a large city close to you. This agent will book you on movie sets and television show sets to be an extra. You'll really get a feel for the entertainment agency this way and see if acting and modelling is really what you want to pursue.
I've been on several movie sets with well-known stars as an extra including Man of The Year (Robin Williams, Christopher Walken), Hairspray, Blues Brothers 2000, Dresden Files, Long Kiss Goodnight. Work is abundant as an extra.
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Well I know local store like Wal Mart and K Mart use locals in their adds, so you could try asking there, it's a start.
Always keep your eye out in the paper or magazines, your bound to find something depending on where you live.
But if all else fails, google search modeling agemcies, ect. When i was intrested in the same thing i yeilded many results this way!
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you're still quite short for the modeling agency, but you are thin so ur on the right track! it would probably better if you wait a few years so you will be taller. 5'7" is acceptable for some agencies, but still short for a model. if you want to do it big time like supermodel, you have to be 5'9 1/2" to go overseas.
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