advise for beach fashion modeling?

Q. I'm 14 and I have a friend who is around the same age. He is VERY passionate when it comes to fashion and has actually released some of his clothing in local stores and is coming up with a website. Yay for him, but he wants me (along with some other girls our age) to model for him. I was super excited when he told me about this and agreed but i need some tips or something with the following; what the HECK i'm i supposed to do? Does anyone has suggestions on poses for modeling swimsuits and Cover-ups?

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Try watching shows like Americas next top model and look at models in summer magazines to see how they pose to get some ideas then when you are modeling don't think to much and just have fun. When you feel good you look good.:)

Short models?

Q. I'm 21 and only 5'0"-5'1" and I want to get into modeling, but I don't know where to start. (Besides making a porfolio). I'm afraid since I'm so short, no one will take me. (Just extra info, I'm in the Va Beach area.) Oh, I want to do real modeling, not things like lingerie!

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Anyone can be a model, mesurements are flexable, as long as they have the right attitude and are happy with the work, and don't expect overnight success. If you are actually thinking about it here is some advise.

I have heard a lot of bad thing about SOME (not all) modelling agencies and how they make you pay for photos and photo sessions before they take you on then never give you any work. Always check with the local Better Business Bureau.

I think a better starting place before you go to agencies is if you have a friend who is reasonable with a camera (do not have to be a professional or even that good just okay) Just take 100 photos of yourself in different poses, clothing and backgrounds then pick out 10-20 nice photos. You can then use this as a portfolio, and even better instead of printing them which cost you money every time, host them on a website and get some business cards print with the website address on and just hand these out instead. This is a far cheaper way of doing it and with no RISK. You should never have to pay to get a job if you do there is a high chance it is a scam.

However if you would like a personal portfolio site please contact me and I will set you on up for free. I can design you a fully personalised flash website with as much or little information and then host it for you. This site can contain a gallery of your photos, personal information, list of work, contact details, etc or if you prefer just a couple of photos and nothing else. It can be password protected and all images will be protected as is humanly possible, or the photos can be available to download.


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Beach photoshoot ideas for models?

K.ily

My friend and I model and we want to do a beach shoot. Not the ordinary bikini stuff
but unusual almost hippy Kind of free spirited sort.
We have come up with some ideas like, wrapping ourselves in sea nets and taking photos, and pics with our surfboards and watermelon, and weird things like top hats, highwaisted bikini bottoms and vests with nothing underneath. Helium baloons
Anything hippy like shells in our hair, quite happy to go topless, and just have fun and get some nice shots. Also both have long hair if that helps? So basically just want any suggestions for more ideas!
Thankyou heaps !!!

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Try covering your top with your hair and leaving your nipples partially exposed, or you sitting in the sand with water droplets on your body. Also try covering each other's "top" and "bottom zones with each other's surfboards. Feel free. (I've once done the next idea) try sitting in the sand and letting someone cover your legs with sand and shaping it like a mermaid tail. Try going in the water up to neck level and take your suit off and hold it above water. Do stuff like those, they will boost your confidence & your personality! Glad I could help.

Modeling agencies in chesapeake va or virginia beach?

crimsineup

I am looking for an agency in my area but am having a hard time locating one. I tried evie mansfield but they said i have to be 21 or i have to have my mother sign paperwork. Shes not willing to do this. I am 19. So any other agencies out there?

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You are unfortunately not in an area where there is a lot of work. If you really want to model, you need to think of moving somewhere like NY, LA or Miami where the jobs are. There aren't many magazines, major ad agencies or fashion designers in Virginia Beach so there aren't going to be many agencies there

Why not look for jobs on your own as many local jobs aren't booked through agencies. If any local malls/stores do fashion shows, call and speak to the events/marketing manager and find out how they book their models. If you see any local businesses using models in their ads, call the business and ask how you could be considered. Contact hair salons and see if they need any models.

And your best bet will probably be promotional modeling. Look in the yellow pages for promotional modeling agencies - this could be anything from a new fragrance launch in a department store to a Hawaiian Tropic promotion on the beach to handing out samples of some new candy bar

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