Modeling & Acting 101 - A Model/Actor's Diary

Here's the fun part for all you shopaholics out there...as a model you've got to have clothes, which means SHOPPING! EEEEEEEEEEEE! Many times you'll be required to provide your own outfits, unless the shoot is for a clothing brand or store that will already have your wardrobe laid out. Go through your closets and separate your everyday clothes from the clothes that you would want to model during a shoot. While shopping, be on the lookout for unique, trendy or quirkey items of clothing or accessories that may come in handy for a future shoot. A model can never have too many clothes! Also make sure that you have enough shoes to last you through any shoot. The essential shoes you should have in your collection, if you don't have them already include: a clean, white pair of sneakers, strappy black heels, strappy white heels, sandals, and at least one pair of platform type of heels (the kind with corkscrew material look great). Keep these items separate from the...

Accessorizing and putting on makeup can make or break any look during a shoot. I just want to remind you that sometimes you don't need a whole lot. Fake eyelashes are really fun to have and make you feel glamourous but don't go overboard with them. You might not even need them for the shoot you're doing. Whatever the case, make sure to pick the right ones for the occasion. For those of you with naturally short lashes, fake ones can really help lengthen and create the illusion of long lashes. Stay away from the eyelashes that are just too huge, too curly or look very unnatural. Of course, if that is the look you're going for, then by all means, get whichever ones you want! To avoid any mishaps, especially if you've never worn fake eyelashes before, have someone else apply them for you and be patient. If you move too much or don't let the glue set, they'll appear crooked and you'll have to start all over again. Wearing fake lashes can be pret...

Glamour modeling in a nutshell, is modeling that is very sexual in nature or theme. While fashion modeling is about showcasing the clothes and commercial/print modeling is about showcasing a product, company or idea, glamour modeling is all about showcasing the model herself. There is usually partial or full nudity. Playboy is one of the most famous publications that specialize in glamour photography but men's magazines are also noted for showcasing glamour models (Maxim, Smooth, KING, FHM). Here are a few of the most noted glamour models: Marilyn Monroe Dita Von Teese Biance Beauchamp Charmaine Sinclair Carmen Electra (although she doesn't do it much anymore) Vida Guerro Melyssa Ford The definition and nature of glamour modeling has changed over the years, mainly because of morality issues within the public. Hugh Hefner is noted as being very influential in bringing glamour models into the public eye, most notably with the appearance of a nude Marilyn Monroe o...

I definitely believe that you can be sexy and be seen as a sex symbol without having to bear all. As you can see in the photo accompanying this post, while the collage is pretty risque, it's tastefully done. It shows just enough skin to be a tease, yet covers enough to keep it from appearing pornographic. That is the type of sexy I specialize in. Why ruin the mystery by showing all the goods up front? While I commend models that pose in publications such as Playboy, I myself am not interested in nude or adult modeling. The "Classy, Not Trashy" attitude is one that I have maintained for many years now. I really started to embrace this modeling philosophy after being rejected for certain print jobs because I wasn't slutty enough--note that I didn't say "sexy"--I meant slutty. There is a huge difference between the two. At first I thought it was just all in my head, but after watching two or three girls with their butt cheeks hanging out of t...

You only have one face and the camera loves it, so it's in your best interest to always take care of your skin. If you have flawless skin naturally, then this may or may not apply to you. Everyone gets the occasional breakout or pimple now and then. Be sure to visit your dermatologist to make sure you know what your skin type is and if you need to start using special skin care products to maintain a clean and clear complexion. If you don't already, you need to develop a good daily skin care regimen. This includes cleansing, toning and moisturizing, with exfoliation once to twice a week. Choose a skin care line that meets your skin's needs and won't cause you to have an allergic reaction. The products your friends use may not work out the same for you so don't take that risk. Already used to wearing makeup? That's great, hopefully you already have a good routine in place. Of course, it is always better to let your skin breathe so don't feel lik...

I am insecure. Even when my model persona is turned on, there is always a bit of worry that runs through my head. Based off of this blog, my photos and other things you've come to know about me, I'm sure you're thinking, "Yeah, right. What do you have to be insecure about?" A lot, actually. I believe in being real and down-to-earth. I know what my faults and my flaws are and I would never try to pretend that I was perfect or better than anyone else. I want to be a model who others can look to and know that I can relate to what they are going through and that I'm not some untouchable or unapproachable person. I know there are a score of girls and young ladies out there who don't like what they see in the mirror. So to bring myself down a notch and really let you in on who I am, I've decided to share my insecurities with you... I have eczema. This skin condition used to be pretty unknown but now has grown to become fairly common. And, no,...

You can be standing in front of a camera, striking your pose and thinking about how fantastic the picture will come out...then you see the picture and there's a whole lotta funky stuff going on! What am I talking about? When you pose, you may not look the way you think you look in your head. There are many mannerisms and weird things that we tend to do with our bodies, hands, feet, etc. If you aren't aware of them, you can mess many pictures. Case and point: in the photo below, take a look at my hands. They're relaxed and gently grazing the stool. Well, I wish I had the outtake photos. In one or two of them, the photos show me in the exact same pose and same look, except that my hands were gripping the stool so hard, you could see the veins bulging in my hands and it looked like I had a death grip on the chair and was hanging on for dear life! It was so freaky looking and because I had such an awesome photographer, she was able to quickly point it out to me so that ...