Expert: Kitty Kavey - 6/23/2007

Question
QUESTION: i really want to do modeling..like face modeling for magazines..but i don't know how to start out..because its hard for a teen to get out there you know?

ANSWER: Much of the modeling you are referring to is done by fashion models, most of whom started working as teens.  Few fashion modeling agencies will look at a new face if they are older than 22, and by the age of 30, all but a few select supermodels are able to work past the age of 30.  If you are a minimum height of 5'8 or 5'9, and around a size 4-6, then you can check into the fashion agencies in NYC.  Many of them have open calls, or you can mail in your information to them.  A good list of fashion agencies is: http://models.com/agencies/top/
You can use your favorite search engine to find the contact info/website for the agencies you are interested in, and also to find out what their requirements are from new faces (such as height/size/age).  
Good luck to you,
~Kitty

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QUESTION: actually i would like to be a face model..people tel me that i should because of my eyes n lips..what should i do about this? how do i find an agent?

Answer
The current top fashion agencies are listed at http://models.com/agencies/top
Follow the instructions on each agency's website for new faces, or contact them to find out what their requirements are for new models.  For example, DNA Models come up first on the list.  Their website is http://www.dnamodels.com/
Their phone number is 212-226-0080.  If you call during business hours you can ask what their requirements are for new models, and if you fit those requirements, if they have an open call or if they accept mailed in submissions for consideration.
Next on the list is IMG Models.  They have a much more comprehensive website: http://www.imgmodels.com/
that includes a section titled "become a model"
It has what their requirements are, as well as an online form to submit along with your photos for consideration.
You can just go down the list, use your favorite search engine to find the agency's website and contact them in the way they have provided.  
Good luck to you,
~Kitty