Wilhelmina Guide to Modeling [Paperback]

Every year, thousands of young men and women descend on America's largest cities to make it big in the world of modeling. Unfortunately, most of them end up disappointed because they lack the knowledge they need to work in this exciting industry.
A few do make it, though, and you can be one of those who do. InThe Wilhelmina Guide to Modeling,Natasha Esch reveals all her secrets to give you the edge you need.

In this informative and illustrated manual, you'll learn about:

• How to get started and find the right agency.
  
• The modeling opportunities in domestic and foreign markets, including new opportunities in the plus-size, male, and ethnic segments.
  
• The people who make it happen, including interviews with models, photographers, and stylists.
  
• And much, much more.

Natasha Eschis the president of Wilhelmina Models. She is the author ofWilhelmina's Guide to Child ModelingandWilhelmina's Modeling and Acting Dictionary.She lives in New York City.Chapter 1

GETTING STARTED

Physical Requirements

Generally, your chances of becoming successful as a female print model are best if you are between 5'9 and 5'11 , a dress size 6-8, with long slender limbs, a long graceful neck and a beautiful face with even features.

Most models maintain a disciplined exercise routine. There are some notable exceptions among the female ranks, however. A few girls with unbelievable figures claim never to have exercised at all! Procedures such as breast enlargement, tummy and thigh liposuction and even calf implants can dramatically alter the shape of a woman's body. Some models have even gone so far as to have ribs removed to make their waists smaller. But some of these jobs are rather obvious looking. I'm sure examples come to mind. Plastic surgery is not recommended for models, male or female. The results are unpredictable and often permanent. Many of the procedures are expensive and dangerouslƒ­