Modeling Comp Card 101
Whether you're agency represented or freelance, as a model, your comp card (also known as a zed card, sed card, or composite card) is one...
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- Mar 23
- 5 min
Modeling Taxes- The Basics
Tax season is here, and as a model, it can be very confusing when it comes time to file. Modeling falls under the entertainment industry...
- Mar 20
- 3 min
Modeling Stats
As a model, your statistics (aka "stats") will be asked for and referred to often, so it's essential for you to understand what they are...
- Mar 8
- 1 min
Runway Model Etiquette
For models, professionalism is crucial. In a sea of beautiful and talented people, how you conduct yourself on set often sets models...
- Mar 6
- 6 min
What to Expect at KCFW
Kansas City Fashion Week: A week full of fashion that so many models strive to participate in. Months, or even years, of practicing your...
- Feb 27
- 3 min
What is Runway Modeling?
In the modeling industry, runway models are often held in high regard. Supermodels often get their start on the runways of fashion week,...
- Feb 6
- 3 min
Modeling Agency Open Calls
If you want to get into the modeling industry, the standard practice is to apply via the agency's website and hope they review and...
- Jan 30
- 3 min
What is a Fit Model?
When aspiring models start to get into the industry, many are unaware of all the different types of modeling they can do aside from the...
- Jan 23
- 5 min
Model Safety
On the outside, the modeling industry looks fun and glamorous. And while it often is, there is also a darker side that most people don’t...
- Jan 16
- 4 min
How to Spot Modeling Scams
These days, it’s so easy to make yourself appear legitimate online. Unfortunately, anyone can easily create a professional-looking...
- Jan 9
- 2 min
What is Fitness Modeling?
When most people hear the term "model", they think of the typical fashion or commercial model. However, while those types are the most...
- Dec 19, 2022
- 2 min
What is Parts Modeling?
As I’ve mentioned in prior posts, many different niches are under the modeling umbrella. In this post, I explain Parts Modeling and some...
- Nov 21, 2022
- 2 min
Submitting Photos to Modeling Agencies
When submitting photos to agencies, many models are unsure of what to submit. You want to be able to catch their eye in the sea of other...
- Nov 14, 2022
- 2 min
What is Artistic Modeling?
As I have mentioned in previous posts, there are many different types of models outside the "fashion model," which is the most common and...
- Oct 31, 2022
- 3 min
What Not to Wear at a Runway Casting Call
Runway casting calls are a huge part of a model's career. Unfortunately, many new models will want to show up to the casting in full glam...
- Oct 24, 2022
- 3 min
Fashion vs. Commercial Modeling Headshots
Your headshot can be a deal maker or deal breaker in the modeling world. Different cities have different fashion markets, and there are...
- Oct 17, 2022
- 2 min
What is Promotional Modeling?
Not too long ago, I did a gig as a promo model for a local sporting event. Since promo modeling is not something I usually do anymore, I...
- Oct 3, 2022
- 6 min
Tips on Becoming a Model
As a model mentor and coach, the most common question I get asked is how to get started in the industry. While the road to becoming a...
- Sep 28, 2022
- 3 min
Agency Contract Basics
Whether it's your first time or one of many, signing the dotted line on an agency contract is a big step in a model's career. For new...
- Aug 18, 2022
- 2 min
Runway Rehearsal Appearance
Although runway rehearsals may involve a long day of sitting around, you always want to look professional. This certainly does not mean...
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