I can’t believe it
but ModelWire Network is officially a year old!
For those who were
with us from the beginning, I want to say thank you. We have gone through some
major enhancements and development since our launch and I am thrilled to have
been a part of it. People have agents because of our site and some of our
members’ portfolios have blossomed since joining our site. I am excited to see
how this next year will go.
I have never blogged
before but last year I thought I would give it a whirl. I have to say, I think
my voice has improved since the beginning. You tell me. Here is my first ever blog
post: Who
is Joey Hunter
Granted, I was just introducing
myself, but I think I have come a long way. I have answered 147 members’
questions. Don’t believe me? You can go back and count up all the names.
In all sincerity - thank
you ModelWire Network Members. This site was created for you and because of you
I am here today and get the privilege to help encourage you all.
I'm having a hard
time just getting started with modeling. I am signed with Youth Talent
Connection for acting, but my agent feels I'm in an odd place right now because
I am having to go for roles between the ages of 18-22yrs. Though I'm 18, I look
too young for the role when being compared to the other girls.
So I figured I would
go back to my modeling career. I went to Barbizon for modeling classes when I
was 13, but never pursued it much because I was a competitive gymnast and
always on the road with that. Since I've stopped competing I now have the time
to really pursue my modeling career. My only thing is I'm 5'3”, and just about
all of the modeling open calls I've been told that I need to be at least 5'8”.
Are there any modeling agencies for shorter models that I could possibly
contact? I've been told I photograph tall if that helps at all.
I would say to stay with the acting route. Have your agent send you out for 16-18 year old roles instead of 18-22 years. Personally you look your age and you need to forget getting to the fashion side of modeling. You have a commercial look and definitely do not have the sizes for fashion.
I have been a makeup
artist for over 25 years but recently have gone full time.
How do I get my name
known in the big modeling circuits and ad campaigns?
Start making friends with your local fashion agents and offer your services for free. Get them to allow you to work with their new models. Work on that relationship where they can start allowing you to test their more established models. Network – get your book out there and find yourself someone to represent you. You do great work!
I'm a makeup artist
based in NYC and have been working in the fashion industry for over 10 years.
I've been wondering
if there is a possibility to work as a Ford artist?
Please take a look at
my work and give me advice.
Your stuff is very edgy. Call up Ford and get them to meet you. Get aggressive.
I am 5'5” and I have
been modeling since I was 16. I am currently 25, but most agencies don’t work
with models under 5'7-5'8. Do you think if I developed a strong enough portfolio
which represents the markets that I’m capable of penetrating as a model, that
they would then consider making me apart of their agency? By markets which I
can model in, I am talking about jeans, jewelry, sunglasses, make up, sports
gear, etc...
You have a great look, but all of your photos are the same sexy shoots. Take some pictures with your clothes on like sportswear and business attire. Get more commercial - less playboy.
I began modeling in January
of this year. So far I have dabbled in both modeling and acting; and I have
fallen in love. I know this is where I am meant to be, but I am not quite sure
where in the industry yet. What I really want to know from you, is where do I
fit?
You have a great commercial look. Get yourself to Los Angeles and check out the ModelWire Fashion Directory. I am sure there is an agent who would love to sign you. You should also get more photos with more clothes on as well. Remember - fashion is about the clothes.
In the meantime,
Have a successful day!
JOEY
*Have a question for me? Ask away on my ModelWire Network profile http://www.modelwirenetwork.com/joeyhunter
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