PumpingIron13
Don Juan
It sounds like fun and i can drop a killer pose or two on occasion, thinkin of lookin for an agency or something, any of you gusy do any modeling?
"I just moved here from Florida."
That sentence contains at least five follow-up questions she WANTS you to ask. Where in Florida? What brought you here? How long have you been in the area? What do you miss? How does it compare to here?
She handed them to you on a silver platter. And you said, "Oh cool. I come here every week. I love this band. Ummm... pretty crowded tonight."
She smiled politely. Nodded. And never texted you back.
I was that guy for years. Talking too much. Listening too little. Panicking about my next sentence while she was literally feeding me the answers.
Then I found 22 rules that fixed the whole thing. Rule number one: shut up and listen. She'll tell you exactly what to say.
Male Modeling
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"I just moved here from Florida."
That sentence contains at least five follow-up questions she WANTS you to ask. Where in Florida? What brought you here? How long have you been in the area? What do you miss? How does it compare to here?
She handed them to you on a silver platter. And you said, "Oh cool. I come here every week. I love this band. Ummm... pretty crowded tonight."
She smiled politely. Nodded. And never texted you back.
I was that guy for years. Talking too much. Listening too little. Panicking about my next sentence while she was literally feeding me the answers.
Then I found 22 rules that fixed the whole thing. Rule number one: shut up and listen. She'll tell you exactly what to say.
OfficeSpace
Master Don Juan
I've done some modeling work in the Philippines. There are a lot of talent websites out there that want you to pay money... Don't fall for those. Just go to an agency in person and get hand them a portfolio. Hey you got any pics?
PumpingIron13
Don Juan
ye check these i tookem myself though
http://img148.imageshack.us/my.php?image=00011585in.jpg
http://img153.imageshack.us/my.php?image=00011520re.jpg
http://img218.imageshack.us/my.php?image=00011612fg.jpg (kiss face for the girls..jk, bone structure though)
http://img153.imageshack.us/my.php?image=00011532il.jpg
http://img236.imageshack.us/my.php?image=00011365ao.jpg
i also work out pretty hard, need a bit more work around the waist area but its comin,
http://img148.imageshack.us/my.php?image=00011585in.jpg
http://img153.imageshack.us/my.php?image=00011520re.jpg
http://img218.imageshack.us/my.php?image=00011612fg.jpg (kiss face for the girls..jk, bone structure though)
http://img153.imageshack.us/my.php?image=00011532il.jpg
http://img236.imageshack.us/my.php?image=00011365ao.jpg
i also work out pretty hard, need a bit more work around the waist area but its comin,
IndieWeaR
Don Juan
u need to work out a hella lot more...but thats funny ..haha
PumpingIron13
Don Juan
haha gimme a break im not even flexin i could give u swooll if thats what u wanna see
"She Wants a Man, Not a Boy"
You asked her if she wanted to grab coffee. Then you asked if the time worked. Then you asked if the place was okay. Then you asked if she'd prefer tea.
Four questions. Four chances for her to say no. Four signals that you're terrified of making a decision.
Plan it. Pick the place. Pick the time. Tell her where to meet you. She'll either show up or she won't.
Either way, you look like a man instead of a scared little boy.
OfficeSpace
Master Don Juan
Hmm, did you have an operation of some sort on your chest? That could affect a modeling career. Get a good photographer and start up a portfolio. Usually agencies want photos of pictures of you with a white background.. In sporty clothes.. In casual clothes.. Standing up.. Sitting Down.. Figure out what an agency wants and get a good photographer..
Here is an example picture I have in mine (white background): http://myspace-411.vo.llnwd.net/00379/11/49/379529411_l.jpg
If you're planning on having a portfolio online, get a headshot, that will look good when sized down. When scouts browse, your profile pic is the first thing they see.
Headshot:
http://myspace-348.vo.llnwd.net/00651/84/33/651783348_l.jpg
(not a good example, but I'm not all big on looking for jobs online since I have an agency I am with in Manila, Philippines)
I took that pic myself so it's blurry.. but oh well, who cares.
Clear skin is a big thing too... If you've got some blemishes (acne), it'll seriously hurt your chances.
Just remember, don't pay the money for agencies claiming you got accepted but they would liek to train you. (they just want your money) If an agency is truly interested, they will pay for all the expenses of your training!
Just be careful, lots of scam artists in this line of business bro.
All I can say is... Good luck dude
Here is an example picture I have in mine (white background): http://myspace-411.vo.llnwd.net/00379/11/49/379529411_l.jpg
If you're planning on having a portfolio online, get a headshot, that will look good when sized down. When scouts browse, your profile pic is the first thing they see.
Headshot:
http://myspace-348.vo.llnwd.net/00651/84/33/651783348_l.jpg
(not a good example, but I'm not all big on looking for jobs online since I have an agency I am with in Manila, Philippines)
I took that pic myself so it's blurry.. but oh well, who cares.
Clear skin is a big thing too... If you've got some blemishes (acne), it'll seriously hurt your chances.
Just remember, don't pay the money for agencies claiming you got accepted but they would liek to train you. (they just want your money) If an agency is truly interested, they will pay for all the expenses of your training!
Just be careful, lots of scam artists in this line of business bro.
All I can say is... Good luck dude
PumpingIron13 said:
Well you have the bone structure, thats for sure.
Id advise you to shave your head down to like grade 2 though, ud look better.
That pose when ur standing , lol dude dont do that ahaha!!
Btw i think u have to be 6 ft and over for modelling. Try o get a portfolio done or something. Quite a few guys have done modelling here. off the top of my head i think Jariel is the man to ask , hes done some modelling im pretty sure.
later
I was with an agency 2004/2005 but couldnt get any MORE booking. now i find it difficult getting another agency.
i think you can either
1. send a very,very,very good head shot via email to an agency, dont aim for the top once in newyork yet cuss they too picky.
2. also send a body shot.
3. if you have the guts go see them in person, you got the looks for modelling anyway.
modelling dont mean you have to be very handsome they sometimes need unusual looking guys or guys with the "classic" look.. wat eva that means.
be atleast 5'9 tall. and just because an agency dont acept you , it dont mean you arnt handsome many everyday guys look better than some male models... the only difference is the male models got the height.
im not really a photogenic person so im make sure i get the best pictures taken im still aint content and need more perfect photos myself.
some agencies just need a simple headshotand body shot no much make up and simple clothes, theyll tell you themselves how they wana market you.
by the way get used to being rejected dont take it personal.
i think you can either
1. send a very,very,very good head shot via email to an agency, dont aim for the top once in newyork yet cuss they too picky.
2. also send a body shot.
3. if you have the guts go see them in person, you got the looks for modelling anyway.
modelling dont mean you have to be very handsome they sometimes need unusual looking guys or guys with the "classic" look.. wat eva that means.
be atleast 5'9 tall. and just because an agency dont acept you , it dont mean you arnt handsome many everyday guys look better than some male models... the only difference is the male models got the height.
im not really a photogenic person so im make sure i get the best pictures taken im still aint content and need more perfect photos myself.
some agencies just need a simple headshotand body shot no much make up and simple clothes, theyll tell you themselves how they wana market you.
by the way get used to being rejected dont take it personal.
I was scouted last year for a modelling competition and got hooked up with an agency, but it didn't suit me as I'm very uncomfortable in front of the camera, have no clue how to pose and apparently that all went against me. There's a lot more to it than good looks.
I was told that I had the "right look" - namely high cheekbones, deepset eyes and good jaw structure and looking at your pictures, you have that look (tho hard to tell about the eyes).
Basically get a portfolio together and send it to some agencies. You will get feedback from there. But as Neonbase said don't be fooled by agencies who try to charge you! Legitimate agencies take a cut of your earnings; they do not charge you up front!
I was told that I had the "right look" - namely high cheekbones, deepset eyes and good jaw structure and looking at your pictures, you have that look (tho hard to tell about the eyes).
Basically get a portfolio together and send it to some agencies. You will get feedback from there. But as Neonbase said don't be fooled by agencies who try to charge you! Legitimate agencies take a cut of your earnings; they do not charge you up front!
"She Made Her Decision Before You Finished Your Sentence"
Three seconds. That's how long it took. Your shoes. Your posture. The way you held your drink. Whether you looked at the floor or looked at her.
She already filed you away. Interesting. Boring. Safe. Bold. Before you even opened your mouth.
Everything you say after that is just her confirming what she already decided.
So stop rehearsing lines. Fix the first three seconds. Stand tall. Look up. Smile like you mean it. Walk like you belong wherever you're standing.
The words come later. The impression comes first.
PumpingIron13
Don Juan
Haha well Im plannin some more work in the gym then when i get back from summer vacation I'll send some photos to some agencies here in San Diego and see what responses I could get.
DrBeard
Banned
Everyone tells me I could b a model but that is for ponces who wanna prance around + look pretty but I am a real man so I tell them to fock off!