modeling confusion.. help.

Posts: 4

So im from winnipeg manitoba.
and we have a modeling agency called Panache.
They really want me to come model for them.
and i've gotten callbacks from 2 of the runway shows that
i have been in. one of those, which was an international modeling
competition. I was chosen by a scout from Japan, and from Montreal.
The thing is. Panache wants me to pay ALOT of money to start modeling..
and i dont have the money. Crying or Very sad

so i really dont no what to do.
i modeled when i was younger, it was nothing big just advertisments for
kids clothes.
but now i want to start to REALLY model but.. i have to pay or w.e
so im not sure what to do.

help Sad

IM stuck!
im sad and want to model!

any feedback at all, would be so helpfull and id really appreiciate it.

here are some pictures of me! ;

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Posts: 600

Hi Britney,

I'm no expert regarding model agencies, but that doesn't seem right to me, I don't see why they should expect you to pay.
I'm sure someone else here at FMD will be able to give you some sound advice.
I hope it all works out for you - you look absolutely gorgeous!

Kind regards,

deebee Wink

Posts: 4

awh thank you;

yah, i didnt think it sounded right either.

but really, thanks for the feedback it was helpfull!

take care Smile

Posts: 244 Location: Portugal

Reputable model agencies never, ever require a downpayment from an upcoming model to represent them.
Period.
If they ask for any money under any pretex they are scamming you and don't really believe in your potencial as a model ... they simply want to cash in on your hopes and dreams. If a model agency is seriously commited to represent and manage your career they *invest* in you and work on a percentage for any job you get. This percentage varies from agency to agency and there is no set rule but generaly the highest amount is 35% of what the client pays you.

Bottom line is: never pay the agencies, they pay you! Otherwise your setting yourself up for some serious dissapointment.

Send your pics out to other canadian agencies, even those across country, and see what kind of feedback you receive. And remember: at least include one facial shot and one fullbody shot in a bikini or fitted shorts and top. Both of which sans makeup. This is a standard requirement from any good agency.

Posts: 12 Location: Stockholm, Sweden

They should pay you! you should look around a bit more cause i'm sure other agencies will take you.

you look gorgeous! stunning! ah i'm lost for words. i LOVE your look!

Posts: 4

Do you no of any other agencies that i could send my
pictures into?

and thank you so much for the help.

Posts: 6

Britney Smith wrote:

Do you no of any other agencies that i could send my
pictures into?

and thank you so much for the help.

get into models.com they have a list of approved agencies worldwide.. look for agencies in the top and then look for Canada in the search tool

Posts: 108 Location: New York City

What exactly are they asking you to pay for? There shouldn't be any costs in advance.

Posts: 24

your face 's gorgeous !

did you mention your measurements somewher ? Embarassed

Posts: 4

awh thank you guys.

- there asking me to pay for classes..

- and thanks for that site,! i wil go there right away!

- and no, not yet, but i will get my measurments on here.

thank you all so much for your feed back.

much love!

take care, britney