Model Agency Fame 4 Anyone

Hi have recently joined model agency and listed myself as a photographer on there site.

The website is called Fame 4 Anyone below is a few features they have:-

Your own mini Website to promote yourself.

View and apply for Auditions, Jobs andCastings.

Upload your photos, portfolio, skills and experience

Get Scouted and offered jobs by industry employers.

Interact with other members by Instant Messaging.

Get your own Fan Club and join other peoples.

Our dedicated team will find and inform you of work suited to you/your abilities.

Fame 4 Anyone - Talent Directory Website for all kinds of new and established talent
Fame 4 Anyone offers hundreds of opportunities for members to apply for Auditions, Jobs and Castings in the Entertainment Industries
Fame 4 Anyone offers companies and organisations in the entertainment industry to find talent and find new faces and to advertise auditions, post castings and casting calls and advertise jobs for free!

You can see my profile on Fame 4 You here: Darren House Photography

Model Portfolios - Model Photography - Buckinghamshire Photographer - Hertfordshire Photographer

Ten Top Modelling Tips

1. Make sure your on time, if you cannot, be let the Photographer or agency 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.

2. Always go prepared :- ie clothing changes, don't always think that they will have everything that is needed for the shoot.

3. Always take your own make-up, even if they 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 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 they are hesitant. You might want to rethink.

6. Make sure that you know exactly what the shoot consists of never feel pressured to do anything that you feel uncomfortable doing.

7. Always take along enough "cash" for cab fare etc. In case the photographer cannot provide adequate transportation. Most will!

8. Keep in mind that modelling 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 regret later. What you do today can affect your career 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".

10. If you have a verbal or signed agreement on travelling expenses etc, make sure that it is followed up on.

For boudoir, modelling and all photography requirements please check out my website.
darren house photography

Modelling Tips, How To Become A Model

Are you ready?

Despite the glamour and hype you have seen about the modelling 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.

Are you willing to put the time and energy into competing with pretty much everyone you meet, 24 hrs a day?

You'll need a modelling portfolio, I'm sure you'll all know what one of those is but for those that don't it's basically a selection of pictures showing yourself in different outfits and poses. Make sure you get a variety of different looks such as swimwear, catalogue and lingerie, you get the idea, also get a couple of black and white shots in there. Avoid using pictures of the same shot.
It can be very advantageous to have photographs from different photographers in a portfolio.

Before going ahead with a photo shoot ask to look at the photographers portfolio to see if you like his photography. No doubt if you go to the photographers studio to book the appointment he will have examples of his work on display anyway. Avoid photographers wanting to take nude shots.

The Agency

GOLDEN RULE - Don't go with an agency who asks for money up front! You'll probably never hear from them again and I certainly doubt you'll ever get any work from them.

More modelling tip and photography news to come soon.

Model Advise websites

I have looked through Google and i have found 2 quite good site for Model Advise.

Modeling Advice.com

e-model.net

Hope these help!

Model Portfolios | Boudoir Photography | Wedding Photography | Commercial Photography


Darren House Photography

Posing for Models

Once again i am always asked about this by Models.

From the modeling Guide "SUCCESS IN MODELING CAREER" by Igor Malkov.

Here is the first example of a very popular advice:
“All you have to do is learn to relax in front of the camera, have fun, and let your creativity come through.”
It is one of the stupidest advice. It's good to relax on vacation. In front of camera you must work. Or, at least, to learn how to work. For me it is difficult to understand how is it possible to relax and feel comfortable in front of camera if you have no idea what and how to do? I think it will be more useful to learn how to work. It is only way for you, your agent and your clients to feel comfortable.
One more example:
"Buy the books with the modeling poses and learn from them."
Following this ingenious advice someone from you has probably bought the similar book. Perhaps you have learned some poses already. My opinion on this advice is very simple - take this book and throw it to a garbage can as soon as possible. What you have to do next, will be more difficult - you have to forget all those poses! Why? Because they are empty and absolutely useless. Only imagine that you preparing for the shooting and think: "Now I use a pose number 25, and then a pose number 19". The real nightmare for any art-director and the photographer.

Each product, fashion collection and especially high fashion collection has its own style and mood. And the model's job is to express this style and mood and to make it attractive to public.
Please understand: The pose is secondary. First there should be a feeling which will give birth to a natural pose. You do not need to learn how to make empty poses. You should learn how to create thousand natural poses.

HOW? LET US BEGIN TO LEARN POSING TECHNIQUE.
You should begin practicing in front of a full length mirror. But very soon you should check up your success with a help of a camcorder. There are two reasons for that.
First: You will not use a mirror posing in studios;
Second: you will be amazed how differently you see yourself in a mirror and as you will be seen by a lens of the camcorder.

The main thing you have to understand that a model as any artist or a musician has own working tools - the instrument. And that instrument for a model is a whole you. Including everything. Your body, your head, hands, legs, fingers, your eyes and feelings. Perhaps you think that if it all yours you know how to use it. Big mistake! You must practice and practice until you will learn how to use this instrument.

I can always assist with posing whilst on a photo shoot and i also carry posing guides as well.

Darren House Photography

More Model information

As i am asked all the time about models and modeling i have found this information.

This is not written by me but it will give you a guide.

What size do you have to be a model?
Editorial and fashion female models are tall and thin, are usually 5'8"-6' tall with hips no larger than 36, usually have long necks and full lips.
Male models are trim and athletic, 6'-6'2" tall and wear a 40 or 42 jacket. A full head of healthy hair and good teeth are essential.
Commercial models come in a whole range of sizes.... it really depends on your "look" more than your size.
Body and parts models can be any size... it is proportions that count.

Children and teens modeling
Children and teens can work in many types of modeling: fashion shows, editorial, catalogue, commercials. Teen models are called JUNIOR MODELS and must be 5’4 to 5’8 tall, 12 to 17 years old with youthful look. Children can be any size.

I just found on internet info that all that "slim and beauty" models almost gone and to be a model you can look as regular people on the streets. Is it true?
Browsing an internet you can find tons of absolutely unprofessional information and stupid recommendations.
It is a very easy to get an answer to your question. Just look through the last fashion magazines. When models will look as regular people on the streets they will be paid also as regular people: $10 - 15 per hour. However, some ads and fashion collections require the "street" look.

All my friends think that I am very beautiful and keep saying that I should try modeling, but I am not sure. Can you give me some advise?
It is very difficult to give you this kind of advise without seeing you. However, if many people suggested that you should consider modeling, perhaps you should. But first you have to understand what a modeling is about. Any client who is using a model's services does so because the model can help to promote and sell their product. That is the only reason why they hire models. Just to be a beautiful is not enough to be a good model. Look through fashion magazines and you will see many not so beautiful but very successful models. Please understand that all agencies and clients are looking for models with a very interesting and unique look.

EVALUATION
You have learned requirements. It was a first and an easiest step. But now you have to make a second step. Evaluation. It is a very critical and sometimes is a most difficult step. You have to be honest with yourself!
Look in the mirror and ask yourself: Do I have what needs to be a model?
The best scenario if you are young, tall, slim and beautiful. You have good teeth, long necks and full lips. In this case your modeling potential has no limits. Any market!
But If your body is not slim - it is already a limit. If you are not tall enough - it is a limit. If you are not young - one more limit. And each one more limit makes your modeling market more and more narrower. Some people think that anybody can become a commercial model. But commercial modeling still has one very important requirement - you must have an acting talent.
So, ask yourself: What kind of modeling is good for me? What is my market? What can make clients to choose you to promote their collections or product? Give yourself honest - I repeat - the honest answers and you can save a lot of time and money. And you will never be a victim of scams.

I can provide model portfolios and much more so please contact me.


Darren House Photography

T.V. Film Agency info

T.V., Film Agency

They are T.V. Film etc agency and they don't charge to get on their books. Contact Jay or Julie for an interview! Contact them via email or on 01753 655514. They are based just outside London.

“Oi Oi ! was founded in 2004 and specializes in casting artists in Television, Film, Commercials, Music Videos, Photographic and Corporate work.

Oi Oi represents artists of all ages including babies, children, and adults of all ethnic mixes.

Please don’t hesitate to call their very knowledgeable casting team based at Pinewood Studios if you require any further assistance.”


Oi Oi website

Model Advice Forum

I have just found a new model advice area called Model Advice Forum

They can be found at Model Advice Forum

They have a very good area with FAQ and advice for all types of Modeling.

To all of you who ask hope this helps.

Darren