So, you think you want to be a professional model and someday even surpass famous names like Heidi Klum and the likes…?  The first thing you would need to acquire is  a photographic portfolio done by a modelling portfolio photographer.  We have been in the trade for a while and know what to look for.  We are specifically trained to help you achieve the perfect look you have in mind.

The modelling portfolio will be your one most valuable asset you would use to show your client who you are, what you look like and what you are all about…  Let’s face it, the fashion and modelling world is all about having the “right look”.  For instance, have you eve looked through a magazine and noticed how beautiful a woman looks (with some new brand of mascara on)  Immediately you think to yourself, I should try some of this mascara and maybe I will be just as beautiful.  Yes, even I can say I have.  Now take a good look at this model, she is really pretty isn’t she?  So having a modelling portfolio allows your “employer to be” to decide if you have the right to show off his/her latest designs and fashions…

So finding the perfect model fashion photographer is truly important.  We understand that you will need different photos to bring forward your best features.  Some really close up shots to accentuate those beautiful eyes (even if they are wearing that awesome mascara which we mentioned earlier), and some more full body shots which will showcase your length and great legs.  Let us do all the hard wotk for you…

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Modelling Portfolio Photographer

To build up a great modelling portfolio you need to be a confident model and have photos taken by the best model photographer.  Being confident is all about knowing what makes you look good and knowing yourself.  Or even better why not just have photos taken of yourself without having a reason like a portfolio.  Do it just because…  

 I did it (and I have to tell you that I am totally camera shy) and I thoroughly enjoyed the experience and absolutely adore the photos so thy not just give it a try…? 

Melissa came through to our studio to update her portfolio as she is part of a ad casting agency and needs to have a current portfolio.  I think the results are awesome, don’t you?

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To be a professional model you have to start with a photographic portfolio.  Various photos of yourself, close up face shots, full length etc.  These can be done at any professional photographic studio.  When you have your photos professionally done, it shows your agents that you are serious about your work.  Take Jamie-Lee for instance…  She is young and

very photogenic, she loves fashion and wants to design clothing some day so she thought it’d be a good place to start with the people who would be wearing the clothing items (now that makes sense)

Facebook, we all know it and we’re all on it.  So when someone is looking you up on facebook I promise you the first thing they look at is your profile

photo… (and don’t even try to tell my you don’t do that)  It’s a fact.   So why not invest some money in yourself and have a photoshoot done with a photographer just so that you can have gorgeous “modelling” photos on

your profile?  Think about it, this is how the world (who doesn’t know you) see you.  A photoshoot with a professional photographer guarantee you beautiful photos, you get to choose the style and look which you want to go for and voila, awesome pics you can use for facebook and everything else.

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What do all four of these people have in common…?  They are all models with awesome modelling portfolio’s.  Having professional modelling photos done by a professional

photographer can make all the difference.  It shows that you are willing to put time and effort into your career.  You don’t always to have to use the same model photographer seeing

that they all have their own style and way of shooting your model portfolio.  Choose outfits that suit your “look” and make the most out of your photoshoot.  Tell the photographer

about your style and who you want to be, it always help if you have an idea of it.  Then lastly, just go for it.  It’s okay to be shy for the first 5 minutes of your modelling shoot but then you must own it to become a true top model!

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Being a model requires lots of  determination, perserverance and a great modelling portfolio.  Without modelling pictures you would have nowhere really to start your career.  Decide on your look & style and get a professional photographer to help you with you modelling portfolio.  Model photography is made up of three key components, you (your confidence &

modelling skills) a great model photographer and your outfits which can make or break your shoot.  Try to choose items which look good on you whilst being trendy and current.  Keep your accesories to the minimum and try to maximise your poses to the fullest extent.  We take fashion model photos with a little bit of creative flair to make sure you get your own

unique image whilst staying true to your personality.  We will also guide and advise you on any poses and new ideas to ensure we are in perfect harmony.  If you think you can be America’s next top model your first step is to contact us to get your modelling portfolio done.  Contact us on info@louisedieselphotography.co.za

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