Modelling Tips:
Do I want to be a model:
Despite the glamour and hype you have seen about the modeling profession, it's hard work. It's boring (sometimes) and it can be tedious. Prepared to be constantly rejected, get ready for some major ups and downs. Modelling is a lifestyle, not an 9-5 job. Not all jobs pay well. Unless you are seriously committed about modeling, willing to work at it on your own time, live a healthy life style, etc., you will not succeed as a model.
You have to understand that there are lots of other people who want to be models, it's a very competitive business. Are you willing to put the time and energy into competing with pretty much everyone you meet, 24 hrs a day?
Our Top Ten Modeling Tips:
1. Always be on time, if you cannot, let the Photographer know. Punctuality is very important."safety tip": If you are not taking anyone with you to the shoot, let someone know where you are and with whom. And be sure to tell the photographer that someone knows where you are.
2. Always go prepared : ie...clothing changes that you know will fit you. Don't always think that he/she will have everything that is needed for the shoot.
3. Always take your own make-up; even if he/she has told you there will be a make-up artist there. Always think of the could be's.
4. Get references, as many as you can. That would include other models and/or assignments that the photographer has had. Check and double check. And be sure that a legitimate photographer is doing the same with you. Never take anything for granted.
5. Get phone numbers and addresses if possible, if he/she is hesitant. You might want to rethink the shoot.
6. Make sure that you know exactly what the shoot consists of, and never feel pressured to do anything that you do not feel comfortable doing. If nothing else, go by your gut feeling.
7. Always take along enough "cash" for cab fare etc. In case the photographer cannot provide adequate transportation. Most will, but always be prepared for the "just in case".
8. Keep in mind that modeling is a business, not a personal venture. You need to be prepared to negotiate with prospective employers, regarding everything from pay to content. Don't just drop out of contact because you don't like what's offered - either negotiate or say, "Thanks, but no thanks." You never know, the employer you turn down could well have your dream job later - and if you treat him or her rudely or with disrespect, you'll likely miss out.
9. Don't ever do anything that you might be sorry for later. What you do today can affect your carreer later down the road. "If you pose for a photo that you cannot show your family and friends, and be proud of it, it wasn't worth doing". Mainly YOU should be proud of it.
10. If you have a verbal or signed agreement on traveling expenses etc. Make sure that it is followed up on. Written is sometimes the best.
PROFESSIONAL PHOTO SESSIONS FOR POTENTIAL MODELS ONLY £60!
Covergirl offers any new and aspiring models; the opportunity to be photographed by professional photographers in our studio ( various studio sets with authentic antique furniture to achieve that boudour sophisticated and unusual photographs) for a very reasonable rate of only £60 to see if you could make it as one of the Covergirl models, this is only for models who are serious about being glamour models.
If you are interested in attending one of our regular professional shoots then just complete the Model Registration Form and someone will get back to you to arrange a time and date. All models attending get professional advice and a CD of everything shot during the shoot for their own personal use and a minimum of six images professionally retouched, if we decide to take you on then we will set you up with your own model porftolio section, offer you FREE training should you require it and promote you to our database of photographers who hire our studio.
We also have a make up artist available should you require it at an additional cost of only £25.
