Is Modeling "out of reach?"

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cm1458
cm1458 Posts: 742 Member
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This might sound a little crazy, but once i reach my goal body, I'd like to try modeling. Yes, I know I'm not the prettiest thing that ever walked the earth, but I'd still like to try someday. I dont want to be one of those models that is super duper skinny, I'd probably end up being a plus size model (size 8).. but I'd really like to do it. do you think its out of reach?
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  • tiffanyheth
    tiffanyheth Posts: 510 Member
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    You have this awkward beauty look that is SO popular right now (and I totally mean that in a good way!). If you have the resources and the ambition, I believe that anything is within reach!
  • cm1458
    cm1458 Posts: 742 Member
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    You have this awkward beauty look that is SO popular right now (and I totally mean that in a good way!). If you have the resources and the ambition, I believe that anything is within reach!

    Thanks? lol. whats the awkward look?
  • oregonzoo
    oregonzoo Posts: 4,251 Member
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    I'm old and have the same fantasy still.

    Anyhow... I can't tell you if it's out of reach or not. But set up a meeting up with an agency. Talk to them, take notes.
    Make certain it's a reputable agency though. There are many scams out there.
  • sissiluv
    sissiluv Posts: 2,205 Member
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    You have this awkward beauty look that is SO popular right now (and I totally mean that in a good way!). If you have the resources and the ambition, I believe that anything is within reach!

    Thanks? lol. whats the awkward look?
    If I had to guess I'd say she means the atypical beauty IE not the classic beauty, which you'd probably find in more avant garde work. The industry, from what I understand, is trying to reinvent itself a little, beauty wise, hence why it's so popular right now.

    I'd say go for it! Whats the worst that could happen-they say no?
  • 5ftnFun
    5ftnFun Posts: 948 Member
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    I just looked at your pics. I think you show potential. I especially like the pic of you in the blue gown. Go for it, I say. What do you have to lose?
  • LetsMakeupXtina
    LetsMakeupXtina Posts: 627 Member
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    anything is possible & anything can happen
  • BeachGingerOnTheRocks
    BeachGingerOnTheRocks Posts: 3,927 Member
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    There are a lot of dependent factors (height, proportions, leg length, body symmetry) that will determine what type of modeling might be suitable. There are models who are only used for their parts.

    You should give it a try when you're ready. Just be careful about agencies, photographers, and of course, scams.
  • acpgee
    acpgee Posts: 7,722 Member
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    I modeled on the international circuit when I was in my teens and twenties. While I think that you are very pretty, it will be hard to get a reputable agency interested in promoting you if you are not still in your teens. Shelf life is just too limited. Things might have changed from my heyday, but I doubt it. Feel free to post or pm me if you want my insights into the industry.
  • CherokeeBabe
    CherokeeBabe Posts: 1,704 Member
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    Go for it. I used to do some modelling, and if I can do it, anyone can! :laugh:
  • HiKaren
    HiKaren Posts: 1,306 Member
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    I don't think it is... Please contact a agency in your area, and see what they say. Check for ads or possible auditions for commercials. You should try.
  • etoiles_argentees
    etoiles_argentees Posts: 2,827 Member
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    Try it! I do modeling of vintage clothes for several local mags and shoots. It's fun!
  • BinaryPulsar
    BinaryPulsar Posts: 8,927 Member
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    I modeled on the international circuit when I was in my teens and twenties. While I think that you are very pretty, it will be hard to get a reputable agency interested in promoting you if you are not still in your teens. Shelf life is just too limited. Things might have changed from my heyday, but I doubt it. Feel free to post or pm me if you want my insights into the industry.

    Well, this is just my opinion, but I would not let age be an issue. You are only 19. That is very young and actually kind of still a teenager. There are many different types of modeling that are an option to do. I think that in these fields of performing arts and modeling, etc...People tend to try and claim that we are "too old" whether we are 11, 14, 18, 22....bla bla bla. But, it's silly to think you are too old and done at age 19. You are young and have a whole life ahead of you, so why not go out and try what you want to do. If it's what you really want to do and you have a talent for it, and you are choosing it for the right reasons. The right reasons are that you have a passion and a talent for it. The wrong reason is because you want to be a "star", that kind of motivation does not usually end well. And as others said, be vigilante. There are a lot of scams and some of those scams are more than just getting some money from you. People use young girl's desires to be models, to be stars, to feel special and beautiful as an opportunity to commit various types of sexual violence or to rope them into pornography or something, just be careful, don't be naive. Do your homework.
  • acpgee
    acpgee Posts: 7,722 Member
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    I see that you are 19 now, which is the age I started modelling, so it is not too late. I did start at a late age compared to a lot of my contemporaries. If this is your ambition give it your best shot. Write on my wall or PM me if you want information on how to approach repubable agencies in NY/London/Paris. In my time minimum height was 175 cm with maximum size French 36/38, though I notice girls are getting shorter but skinnier nowadays.
  • dmpizza
    dmpizza Posts: 3,321 Member
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    Your profile pic doesnt do you justice. Try for some TV ads.
  • cm1458
    cm1458 Posts: 742 Member
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    I see that you are 19 now, which is the age I started modelling, so it is not too late. I did start at a late age compared to a lot of my contemporaries. If this is your ambition give it your best shot. Write on my wall or PM me if you want information on how to approach repubable agencies in NY/London/Paris. In my time minimum height was 175 cm with maximum size French 36/38, though I notice girls are getting shorter but skinnier nowadays.

    thanks. m the same size your maximum size(us size 8, french 38), i am 5'8 (176-177 cm)
  • justgowithit17
    justgowithit17 Posts: 1,392 Member
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    Your profile pic doesnt do you justice. Try for some TV ads.

    neither does yours big boy.
  • acpgee
    acpgee Posts: 7,722 Member
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    Just don't put off pursuing this, because agencies are sensitive to age. Given the limited time span for a career, they can be quite reluctant to invest time and effort in a girl past her teens. When you talk to agencies, I would even consider lying and knocking a year off your age. You don't have to wait until you are at goal weight. Believe me, if they think you have potential but need to lose weight, they will tell you to do so. Most of the big NY agencies have an open call time slot (ie Wednesday morning 9 am) for new girls to walk in. Check the websites of the major agencies for times or instructions for sending in pictures. Let me know if you need the names of some major agencies.
  • shorty35565
    shorty35565 Posts: 1,425 Member
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    I think you're cute as a button! I say, go for it!
  • DawnieB1977
    DawnieB1977 Posts: 4,248 Member
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    I see that you are 19 now, which is the age I started modelling, so it is not too late. I did start at a late age compared to a lot of my contemporaries. If this is your ambition give it your best shot. Write on my wall or PM me if you want information on how to approach repubable agencies in NY/London/Paris. In my time minimum height was 175 cm with maximum size French 36/38, though I notice girls are getting shorter but skinnier nowadays.

    thanks. m the same size your maximum size(us size 8, french 38), i am 5'8 (176-177 cm)

    US size 8 is a UK 12 which is a French 40.

    I used to live in France!

    Give the modelling a try though! You never know if you don't try - you have nothing to lose.
  • carsmakemebeep
    carsmakemebeep Posts: 87 Member
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    This might sound a little crazy, but once i reach my goal body, I'd like to try modeling. Yes, I know I'm not the prettiest thing that ever walked the earth, but I'd still like to try someday. I dont want to be one of those models that is super duper skinny, I'd probably end up being a plus size model (size 8).. but I'd really like to do it. do you think its out of reach?

    you dont look weird id go gay for you! :D youre pretty yeah go for it ! just dont let anyone take advantage of you some of those places are shady.

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