Modelling 101

Almost everything you need
to know to get started.
(click the cover for details)

Advice from the Industry

Susana Hong (makeup & hair)

Juliana Schiavinatto (wardrobe stylist)

Owen Bruce (photographer)

Ainsley McWha (model)

Agencies

Navigating Open Calls

List of Canadian agencies

Agency vs. Freelance

Basic information on finding an agent

Meeting with agents

Open Calls (Preparing)

Using the web to attract agencies

Using e-mail to attract agencies

Basics

Frequently Asked Questions

Modelling Glossary

Realities of Modelling

Castings

Casting Tips (runway)

Commerical Modelling

Sherrida Models

Contracts

Sample Agency Contract

Diet

Getting a Model Physique


Model Health & Fitness

Education

Modelling On A Student Exchange

Fashion Shows

Basic runway technique


Charity Step 2005 Fashion Show

Pink Tartan Fall/Winter '06 Casting

Tips from L'Oréal Fashion Week

Fashion Week Spring/Summer 2006

Fashion Week Fall/Winter 2006

Finances

Financial Rehab

Fitness

Getting a Model Physique


Model Health & Fitness

Frequently Asked Questions

The most common questions asked by newcomers

Glossary

170 modelling-related terms you should know

Hair

Tips from L'Oréal Fashion Week

Health

Getting a Model Physique


Model Health & Fitness

Markets (Canadian)

Montréal (Alexandre de Bellefeuille)

Toronto (Gail McInnes)

Toronto (Robin Buss)

Markets (non-Canadian)

New York (IMG Models)

New York (Trump Models)

Athens (Anya Nordström)


Bangkok (Courtney Mark)


Cape Town (Y Models)

Hong Kong (Kelly Foss)

Hong Kong (Robin Buss)

Hong Kong (Jobee Yoshizawa)

London (Lydia Nyilasi)

London (Michelle Valencourt)

London (Stephanie Wallick)

Milan (Robin Buss)

Paris (Ksenia Mezenina)


Seoul (Nathalie Beaulieu)

Shanghai (Laura Kell)

Singapore

Singapore (Anna Okorokov)

Sydney (Platform Models)

Taiwan (Jobee Yoshizawa)

Tokyo (Shotaro Arai)

Tokyo (Kiley Hodgson)

Model Searches & Conventions

Elite Model Look

An overview of Modelling Conventions

An explanation of Model Searches

FAQ's from Model & Talent Search Canada

Tips from Model & Talent Search Canada

ProScout Analysis

Model Qualities

Overview

Model Types

Overview

Plus Size

Model's Bag

Suggested contents (generally)

Suggested contents for a photoshoot (Annie Lam)

Modelling Schools

Overview

Photos/Portfolio

Portfolio basics

First Photo Shoot

What to bring (Annie Lam)

How to show up on set (Beau Nelson)

Advice from Owen Bruce

Advice from Francisco Garcia

Advice from mooishi

Advice from Geoff Barrenger

Runway Technique

Basics

Runway preparedness

Skin Care

Skin Care Basics

Acne

The Importance of Water

Facials

Skin Care while travelling (Beau Nelson)

Tips from L'Oréal Fashion Week

Travel

Healthy Travel

Skin Care while travelling (Beau Nelson)

Working in Fashion

Top Five Tips (Alice Keith)

Becoming a Fashion Stylist (Annie Lam)

Age

I'm 33. Is it worth it to start modelling at my age?
Source: Questions 2005

Appearance / Health

Why do agencies only want tall, skinny people?
Source: FAQs



How can I get advice on weight management?
Source: Questions 2005



Are the models with tans getting them in the sun, or from a bottle?
Source: Questions 2006

Choosing an Agency

What should I expect from an agent?
Source: MTSC Agents Panel (May 2006)



Will agencies pay for me to get started?
Source: FAQs



How do agencies operate?
Source: FAQs



How many agents can I have
Source: MTSC Agents Panel (May 2006)



What should I expect from an open call?
Source: Questions 2006



Should I have a portfolio before I find an agency?
Source: FAQs



If I have a portfolio already but it isn't very good, should I bring it with me when I look for a new agency?
Source: Questions 2005



Should I be concerned if I signed a modelling agency contract that sells photos?
Source: MTSC Agents Panel (May 2006)



Do reputable agencies have their own photographers?
Source: FAQs



How do I spot a scam?
Source: FAQs



How do I find a good children's agency
Source: FAQs



If I live in Toronto can I have a mother agency in a different city?
Source: Questions 2005

Choosing a Market

Is there a language barrier in modelling?
Source: MTSC Agents Panel (May 2006)



Should I even consider New York if I've been unsuccessful in Toronto?
Source: Questions 2005



Can I be a full-time model in Vancouver?
Source: Questions 2005



If I want to work in Toronto, can I live two hours away?
Source: Questions 2006



What are guarantees?
Source: FAQs

Contracts

Is it customary for Asian agencies pay for a parent to travel with their teenage model?
Source: Questions 2006



Should I be concerned if I signed a modelling agency contract that sells photos?
Source: MTSC Agents Panel (May 2006)



What are guarantees?
Source: FAQs

Conventions and Searches

Does coming to MTSC make me more prepared?
Source: MTSC Agents Panel (May 2006)



If I get a callback from an agency in my own town, can I skip that callback and visit their office later?
Source: MTSC Agents Panel (May 2006)



Does my child have to come to the callbacks?
Source: MTSC Agents Panel (May 2006)



If I don't get signed, should I try again?
Source: MTSC Agents Panel (May 2006)

Financial Matters

How does my agency collect money?
Source: FAQs



Why does it take so long to get paid?
Source: FAQs



What are guarantees?
Source: FAQs



How do taxes work?
Source: FAQs

Modelling Schools

Why does Modelresource endorse modelling schools?
Source: FAQs

Photos / Photo Shoots / Portfolios

Should I have a portfolio before I get started?
Source: FAQs



Should I be concerned if I signed a modelling agency contract that sells photos?
Source: MTSC Agents Panel (May 2006)



Do reputable agencies have their own photographers?
Source: FAQs



Will my agency pay for my photos initially, then get repaid from my bookings?
Source: FAQs



Can I just do photography?
Source: FAQs



How many prints should I be purchasing from one shoot?
Source: Questions 2005



Why do I need professional photos?
Source: FAQs



What makeup should I be wearing to a photo shoot?
Source: Questions 2005



What happens after the photoshoot?
Source: FAQs



If I have a portfolio, why do I need comp cards?
Source: FAQs

Scams

How do I spot a scam?
Source: FAQs