Types of Modelling

Editorial Print Modelling

• This refers to photography for magazines, including covers.
• This work is very eagerly sought after by models because of the exposure it provides.
• For this reason you can expect to work long and hard for $100-$300 a day.

Commercial Print Modelling

• This refers to when models are photographed to promote a product on billboards, buses, magazines and newspapers.
• This type of modelling can be divided into two sections:
  • Fashion Advertising and
  • Product Advertising.

   

Catwalk and Runnaway Modelling

This is one of the most effective ways to gain exposure. Catwalk/ Runway models are usually quite stunning

• Your main purpose is to look absolutely flawless to the naked eye
• It is considered the most glamorous type of live modelling.
• It requires a lot of confidence and grace.
• Very few women are nearly 180cm (six feet tall) and weigh less than 55Kg (120 pounds).
• You must make the audience think that you love the outfit you are wearing.
• You must look comfortable and make even the dullest outfit look attractive.
• There is a minimum height requirement of 170cm ( 5'8") or 173cm ( 5'9") for runway work.
• The model is selected to show off the garment to its best.
• You must make the beholder believe that the garment is elegant, feminine, chic, unique, alluring, a show-stopper, and expensive.
• Your presentation of the clothing is what modeling is all about.
• As an observer looks at the model, that potential customer's desire to be glamorous must be paramount.
• The trick here is to make the buyer think that they will look as great as you do.