Are you enraptured by every glossy magazine like Vogue and Glamour? Do you walk into a room like you are walking down a catwalk? Do you have “the Look”? If you have answered yes to any of these questions you may just find that modeling is the perfect career for you in Edmonton.
In Edmonton you find that there is a flavor of modeling out there for everyone. There is so much to modeling that the many niches and specializations may not even cover it, however with much variety you can find the type of modeling that fits you. You just have to decide if you have the dedication needed and the drive to take the modeling path that works best for you and you have to understand going in that there is more skill needed than to just look beautiful or cute; just good looking in general.
The first thing every aspiring model needs to know is what their best features are and how to flaunt them. Inspect your face, free of makeup and with your hair pulled back. Gone are the days when the industry demanded strict symmetry and Eurocentric features. The concept around beauty and the process of finding the perfect model has changed significantly in the industry. What is interesting about your face? Do you have full lips? Sleepy eyes? A gap in your teeth? Any of these can be advantageous when it comes to being remembered by casting agents in Edmonton.
Make faces in the mirror. Practice over-the-top emoting, laughing on cue, and bending your body into interesting positions while still looking natural and comfortable. Get comfortable in heels or other shoes you don’t normally wear. You may be asked to run, jump, and even skip in heels. Learn how to move fluidly, with small movements between shutter clicks instead of completely different poses from snap to snap. Think of each session as if you are trying to create a stop-motion flip book and act for the type of personality of the brand you are modeling for. Your photographer will thank you.. Your photographer will thank you.
Building a Portfolio in Edmonton
Once you know your angles and your poses, it's time to hire a photographer. Remember to communicate with the photographer to understand the process and how they will shoot. In order to get your face out there, you’ll need more than a few selfies and party pics snapped on your iPhone. You’ll need to build a modeling portfolio. Portfolio standards have evolved a lot over recent years and you want to make sure your portfolio is professional and polished in Edmonton.
There are two types of portfolios you’ll need to curate. The first is a traditional, hard copy portfolio. This is like your resume. You’ll bring this with you to all in-person casting calls. It should feature your best 8 to 12 images, and be presented in a portfolio case with a brief catalog of your modeling experience.
The second is your online portfolio that will reach out further than Edmonton and will open up many more opportunities for you as you begin your modeling career. This technique is where you can really show the breadth of your experience and versatility. Building a strong portfolio can be a time-consuming process, but shows casting agents just what you bring to the table and what you can do for them. It should be ever-evolving as you gain more experience in Edmonton.
