Hello Friends!
I wanted to invite you all to my model networking event Oct. 5th at Blue Martini in Fort Lauderdale (details will be posted as things are finalized). My guest list includes models I have had the opportunity of working with as well as models I plan on working with in the near future. I have also invited the industries top makeup artists, stylists, designers and photographers so that everyone can meet and mingle and hopefully one day collaborating with each other!
I have been a part of the industry here in south florida for over 10 years and have met some very talented professionals that have helped me become the artist I am today. One thing everyone tells me is that I have great people skills and I think that is probably what is most important in my type of work. Of course some talent helps also but I would not be where I am today if I hadnt worked so hard on building relationships and staying in contact with these people throughout my career.
I am excited to bring everyone together and look foward to a good turn out!
There will be live entertainment and cocktails and I will be showcasing some of my latest work!
If I have not met you already please make sure to introduce yourself to me at the event!
See you all soon!
xoxo
Tracy Mendy
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If you take the time to learn the laws, you’ll be better equipped to avoid potential scams. The state licensing board has specific laws governing the conduct of talent agencies. Commercial agencies that are SAG-franchised also have rules they must follow, or be in violation of the Screen Actor’s Guild code of conduct. Of course, there are always photographers, managers and other unscrupulous people that exist in the world, and on the Net. Although model searches and modeling/charm schools can be helpful, depending on one’s circumstances, they are not necessary to enter the modeling profession. Fashion modeling agencies usually like to see a couple snapshots of potential models – it is never a requirement to have professional pictures or a portfolio. Commercial modeling agencies like to see comp cards, but also do not require a portfolio. If you are unsure what an agency would like to see for consideration, you can phone them and ask. Although usually quite busy, they are used to answering questions from those looking to get into the modeling industry, and are often very helpful. Please remember: an agent takes a percentage (usually 10-20%) off of work they book for you. You do not pay them to find you work. If an agency tells you that you need to pay a “registration fee,” that is illegal in FL. They also cannot require you to subscribe to, purchase, or attend any publication, postcard service, advertisement, resume service, photography service, school, acting school, workshop, acting workshop, or buy video or audio tapes. That is also illegal in the state of Florida. If you run across someone who does this, please report them. There are enough scams already in existence.
FYI: Each talent agency must maintain a permanent office and must maintain regular operating hours at that office. If they don’t, they are in violation of Florida law. Please use a licensed talent/model agency.
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Last week I had the pleasure of collaborating on a photo shoot with a friend of mine, Hungarian fashion Photographer Zsolti Szabo of studio38miami.com. We shot on location in Aventura and had a great time coming up with creative ideas for a collection he was shooting for a Jewlery Designers website. The Models I had suggested were Juliana and Caroline of cosmix school of Makeup Artistry. I had met the both of them who were students when I used to work there. Not only are they both talented Makeup Artists but they just happen to be gorgeous and friendly and extremely photogenic so you can imagine how much I enjoy working these girls! It was a fun day and I got some great shots..I hope Zsolti is happy with what he got as well and I look foward to working with him again in the near future!
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Calendar of Fashion Shows – FashionWirePress
The Following fashion Events that would be of particular interest to anybody interested in getting into the fashion industry. Most of these shows are by invitation only Although, If you do research about designer or the company that handles their PR and contact them a few months before event, you may have a good chance to be added to the invite list which usually consists of Press, buyers, stylists, models and of course celebrities! Read the rest of this entry »
A Portfolio is a set of 10-12 professional photos that modeling agencies and clients will see to hire you for various assignments in the industry.
At the begining of your fashion modeling career you portfolio should include at least two headshots, two fashion shots, one full- length shot showing the proportion of your body.
A standard potfolio consists of about 9″ x 12″ photos. Every portfolio shoul incluse a variety of commercial and editorial shots, location and studio. You will also need on great body shot and one black and white headshot with minimal makeup.
Before going for a shoot, you should be trained for the camera, such as posing, facial expressions and other model techiniques.
Contact Photographer Tracy Mendy (954)519-0085 for advice on posing and camera direction.
We offer several different portfolio packages starting at only $399.00
ADVERTISING AGENCY – creates advertising campaigns for clients, selects models.
AFTRA – American Federation of Television and Radio Artists, union for all TV performers.
AGENT, AGENCY – third party negotiator, receives percentage fee of bookings; could be an individual person or a company.
ART DIRECTOR – artist who creates layout for ads, illustrates model’s poses.
BACKDROP – background used in a photographer’s studio.
BLOCKING – the actual physical movements by actors in any scene.
BLOW-UP – enlargement photo from a negative or slide.
BOOK – see PORTFOLIO; BOOK (verb) – to secure a job.
BOOKER – person at agency who sets appointments for models.
BOOKING – specific job assignment.
BOOK OUT – when you tell your agency that you are unavailable to work for certain day(s), for example, a vacation or another job.
BREAKDOWN SERVICE – a professional listing available only to agencies that lists movies, film, TV, and stage projects with what types of actors are being cast.
BUYER – retail store employee who purchases clothing from the manufacturer; models show the line of clothing to store buyers.
BUYOUT – advance payment for future use of a print ad or a commercial for a specific period of time
CALL – appointment.
CALL-BACK – second interview after go and see/audition which means they are narrowing down the selection and they are considering you.
CALL TIME – actual time you are due on set.
CASTING – choosing models/actors for a specific job.
CASTING DIRECTOR – selects suitable models to represent the comp or storyboard.
CANCELLATION – 24 hour notice before booking is to begin or money is due agency and talent.
CATALOG MODELING – posing for mail order items for major retailers.
CATTLE CALL – several agencies send many models of the same general type to a casting session.
CLIENT – company who hires the ad agency, pays the model’s fee.
COLD READING – a script that you are reading for the first time in front of the client, without time to memorize the lines.
COLLECTION – group of coordinated clothes being shown by a designer.
COMMENTARY – script used to describe clothes for a fashion show.
COMMERCIAL – promotional advertisement on TV, radio or other media.
COMMISSION – a percentage of model’s fee required as payment to agency.
COMPOSITE CARD, COMP CARD, CARD – card with 3-5 photos of model and their height, eye and hair color and size information to promote and distribute to prospective clients.
CONTACT SHEET – proofs of black and white film used to determine best shots.
COPY – written words to be spoken on a commercial.
CREATIVE DIRECTOR – ad agency employee who determines the model type.
DEMONSTRATOR – model who shows use of product at a trade show or store.
DESIGNER – creator of the fashion collections.
DRESSER – helps models dress backstage for fashion shows.
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