Some truths about modeling

IN MY OPINION:

WILLIAM REYNOLDS:

Some truths about modeling

We seriously have many wannabe models come into our studios that are 3" to 6" too short, some too young and some too old. BUT, because some national modeling chain told them exactly

what they wanted to hear "YES", then of course charge you a few thousand dollars to learn to do basic stuff. And 99% of the time all for NAUGHT> because they are making a ton of $$$ upftont

, because they are never, ever going to earn a commission.

Women – Because it is the most restrictive of all the modeling genres, let’s start with fashion models (high-end models typically shooting for editorials, high-end designers, runway and fashion campaigns).  Fashion models have very particular age, height, and measurement standards.  The typical age is 16-21.  Models can be younger than this, but many agencies will require models to be at least 16.  Likewise, models can be older but agencies and clients tend to like their models looking younger and more youthful.   Height is typically between 5’9″-6″, bust is between 32″-36″, waist is between 22″-26″, and hips should be between 33″-35″.  Of course most woman do not meet these standards and that is why fashion models generally get paid the most and work the most.  If you do not meet these requirements, don’t worry, most women don’t.

Males -  between 6' and 6'2" pr 6'3" fit but not much muscle, but ripped, if without shirt. Coat 40 reg to 42 reg or long. Remember both girls and guys...the client does not find the clothes to fit YOU, they find the model to fit the clothes.

And if each male and female do not fit either, there is always commercial modeling, which is less restrictive for both age and sizes, and, truthfully many times pays just as much, or more in some cases because of the amount of 'usage' and 'time'.