How to Become a Plus Size Model
The world of modeling takes
hard work, determination and a desire to succeed. Becoming a plus size model
can potentially be even more difficult. Not only do you have to find niche
markets that work with plus size models, you have to be secure and confident
with yourself and your body to present a positive image to those who might
look up to you. Modeling isn’t for everyone, and if you aren’t in it for the
long haul it may be the wrong profession for you. However, if you think you
have what it takes to become a plus size model there are several things you
should know.
The modeling industry has
always been know to cater to the waif-thin, so breaking into the plus size
modeling business can seem nearly impossible. However, the modeling industry
has increasingly been opening its eyes to the potential of plus size models
and are starting to realize the beauty in a curvy figure. Your first step in
becoming a plus size model is to call up local and nationwide modeling
agencies to see if they work with plus size models. If they do, you’ll want
to set up an appointment to meet with the agency. You may also want to
research when the next open call will be, because many agencies have them.
Attending auditions and open calls is an essential part of the modeling
business, and can help get your name and face out there.
Before attending your agency
appointment, the agency will expect to see a portfolio of photographs of
you. You’ll want to hire a professional photographer to conduct a mini photo
shoot with you modeling a variety of different fashions. Arm yourself with
at least 5 to 10 photographs that show off your range. Hiring a professional
photographer isn’t cheap, but if you end up landing a job it’s well worth
the price.
During your interview, you
want to keep your look simple and understated, yet classy. If you decide to
wear makeup, wear very little. It’s probably best to wear no makeup at all,
so the agency can see your real beauty. Don’t dress too extravagantly, but
take care not to err on the side of casual either. In other words, flip
flops and a t-shirt aren’t great, but neither is a floor length formal gown.
Keep it somewhere in the middle, and be honest and open with any questions
the agency asks you.
While of course you must have
beauty to become a plus size model, beauty actually isn’t everything. You
must also be knowledgeable about the industry and keep up to date with the
latest styles, makeup trends, and what’s hot now. Practice posing and
walking, because those are essential skills all models must have. By staying
on top of your game, you’ll remain a step ahead of the competition every
time.
Breaking into the plus size
model industry can be difficult. You must not only be knowledgeable about
the industry, but you must also have an intense desire to succeed no matter
what. Plus, if you do become a model it takes a lot of hard work and effort
on your part to stay within the standards of the modeling industry. With
patience, tenacity, luck and hard work there’s every possibility that you
could become a plus size model.
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