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So, you're a Wannabe...

Good! Everyone starts somewhere. One of most important tools you will need to get started or continue in the modeling business is ADVICE. Remember, Modeling IS a business, and as an independent model, you are instantly taking on the role of a business-owner. Asking for and receiving sound advice from those who have experience in the industry is one of the surest ways to help yourself succeed.

Now mind you I said "sound" advice... As in Good advice. Before taking anyone's advice to heart; make sure that the person(s) giving that advice is/are qualified, and have worked in the field. (No, the people who work at GlamourShots in the mall are not qualified to give you modeling advice, etc.)

What we've compiled here are a series of articles and lists of advice that we have published in the past, and continue to publish.

Hopefully you will find this information useful in your quest to be an ethical, successful, and more professional model.

If you have any questions not covered in any of these articles, please feel free to Email Us...

The Articles


Glossary of Industry terms
(coming soon)
By no means everything, but hopefullly helpful...

Basic Portfolios 101
General info on the contents of your portfolio, and some pitfalls to avoid...

I've been approached by an agency, or talent scout.
How do I know if they are Legitimate?

Model Releases
What they look like, what they do, and what they cover...

Usage Rights
What are your right to use photos, what are the photographers rights

TFP (coming soon)
Trade For Print. What is it? Should I do it?

Our TFP Policies

Zed/Comp cards
What the heck is a Zed???

Stay Tuned.. More articles coming soon! - Be Sure to Bookmark this page...

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