When I first started modeling I had done alot of research on different websites such as plusmodelmagazine.com ,dailyvenusdiva.com, and also plusmodels.com to see exactly how I could get started in this venture into the plus modeling industry. The best advice that was given to me was that think of being a model as running your own business. So I went to the drawing board and researched what part of the industry will I most benefit from.I noticed that I fit into print and fit modeling. I also saw that the photos that I had been taking were not what the agencies are looking for, in most of my photos I had too much make up on and were a little too glamorous. I saved money and did a portfolio session with the amazing Michelle Alexandra. We combined our ideas and came up with a story board of all the looks that we were going to do on the shoot.
The first look fresh little to no make up.
Second look lifestyle-commercial:
Third: Look Fashion
Fourth Look: Edgy Fashion
Last Look: Editorial
From experience I think it is very important to have professional photos done. Having professional photos done is like presenting a very good business plan in front of an investor. Also always remember make sure you practice in front of the camera test and do some tf work for local photographers but remember every picture that was taken does not need to end up on your comp card or portfolio, quality over quantity.Keep it simple!
Photographer: Michelle Alexandra
Mua: Wendy Tran
Hair Stylist:Tonya Jackson-Scott
Model: Cara Scott
Great Advice Cara, any up and coming model would be happy to read this..=)
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