Model Portfolio
A model's
portfolio - or book - is basically a collection
of the models best shots that she has had
professionally produced. Family and holiday snaps don't
count. And even though they are acceptable on a few
modelling websites the quality and payments of the work
you will be offered will suffer. A photographer who
is working to a budget on any campaign would rather choose a
model that he knows can do the job and will look at
your portfolio to show him you are right for the job.
Where you are in
your modelling career is important and you portfolio
will consist of photographs produced specifically for
your portfolio, once you become more established then tear
sheets (published photographs) can also be added to
your portfolio to show that you already have more
experience.
If you have
decided that you do need a portfolio, remember that
your model portfolio is your calling card, your
showcase and your single-most important investment in
your career. Research your options thoroughly and
choose wisely. Go with a photographer who you like
their style of photography and who has experience, a
make up artist is a must as with photographic lights
on you if the make up is not correct then you will looks
"washed out" on the photographs.
Be prepared to
spend some money. The cheapest photographer you can
find may well not be your best option. Success is the result
of solid investment and hard work, not just luck. It is
unrealistic to assume that you can have success and money
from investing nothing at all.
A portfolio
can consist of prints, it can come on a CD or be online.
You want your
portfolio to stand out. Avoid giving the impression that you
tried to assemble your portfolio on the cheap or that you
could not be bothered to make an effort.
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