Modelling Wannabe? Extremely Important Concepts to Remember

This truly is a "first impression" business. You only get one chance to make a good first impression. Every agency or client that you contact-your photos or modelling portfolio will always go in the door before you, therefore set your standards HIGH! You must use a critical eye when selecting any images to put in your modelling portfolio. Make sure that the pictures you show have the ability to WOW agencies and potential clients.

You are only as good as your worst image- and believe me- photographers, agencies and art directors will remember the worst image.

Questions and Answers to Help You Build a Great Portfolio

1. How many photos do I need to have?
Less is better! You will not impress with quantity-you will make a lasting impression with quality.
The purpose of the modelling portfolio is not just simply to show that you are attractive- it is to show your ability to portray different characters, age ranges and importantly personality!
As a model, 6-12 pictures is adequate to present yourself to a new agency. 20 should be a maximum-but only if they are 20 WOW pictures.

2. Do I need to shoot with more than one photographer to develop my portfolio?
NO. Certainly if you have lots of money to spend, hire several photographers to help you develop your portfolio. You will however not get work because you  spent a ton of money and time to shoot with multiple photographers. You will get work with a selection of pictures that show you at your best, show your range of emotions and ability to portray various characters.

3. Should the pictures all be in color?
Is every advertising in color? Black and white is not only an artistic medium that can be effectively used to create and convey a mood, but it is also a medium that is very much in use today- so don't be afraid to include a few black and white photos in your portfolio.

4. Do I need to do photos in a swimsuit or lingerie?
You do not have to model anything that is in conflict with your cultural or religious beliefs. Certainly, the more that you are willing and able to do, the more opportunities that you will make available to yourself.

5.How large should the photos be?
The correct answer does tend to be market specific. I would recommend purchasing a book that holds 8X10 pages.

Remember that this is truly a “first impression” business. You know the quote – “You only get one chance to make a good first impression.” – There is no business where that is more true than modeling. Every agency or client that you contact – your photos, comp card or modeling portfolio will always go in the door before you. - See more at: http://www.joeedelman.com/modeling-portfolio/#sthash.kIzKv8hc.dpuf

Remember that this is truly a “first impression” business. You know the quote – “You only get one chance to make a good first impression.” – There is no business where that is more true than modeling. Every agency or client that you contact – your photos, comp card or modeling portfolio will always go in the door before you. - See more at: http://www.joeedelman.com/modeling-portfolio/#sthash.kIzKv8hc.dpuf

Remember that this is truly a “first impression” business. You know the quote – “You only get one chance to make a good first impression.” – There is no business where that is more true than modeling. Every agency or client that you contact – your photos, comp card or modeling portfolio will always go in the door before you. - See more at: http://www.joeedelman.com/modeling-portfolio/#sthash.kIzKv8hc.dpuf