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Find A Model Agency Directory for Runway Females |
So You Want To Be a Runway Model
If becoming a successful runway model is truly what you want, remember there are many factors involved such as acting and thinking like a professional person, a good figure, look, attitude and walk.
Keep this criteria in mind while reading the tips listed below and fulfill your dream of walking down the catwalk.
1. Physical Requirements For Catwalk Modeling
The following physical attributes are necessary if you are planning this to be your future career:
a) You need to be at least 5'9" tall or taller b) You need a slim build c) You need to have a good skin complexion without lots of pimples or blemishes and good bone structure d) Your hair should be in good shape (no excessive split-ends or over-dying damage) e) Your teeth should be well taken care of, straight and white (a dynamite smile)
Even if you don't have all these model attributes, keep reading and don't give up hope. There are many other opportunities in modeling.
2. Watch Professional Runway Models
Watch fashion shows on TV and take notes of the different walks each supermodel makes. Record the show and watch it over and over.
Take the time to visit a fashion show in your area and focus on models that stand out the most. 3. Videotape Yourself Walking
Practice walking everyday for a couple of hours in at least 3-inch heels. Make a video of yourself while practicing the two general categories of walking the runway which are hands on hips and free arms.
When walking with hands on hips, place your hands on your hip bones and keep your elbows pointed straight out to the sides. Relax your hands by spreading your fingers in a natural position.
When walking with free arms, allow your arms to move naturally as you walk and keep them close to your body. Keep wrists, elbows and hands relaxed and joints flexible while walking.
4. Posture of a Runway Model
Have you ever noticed the good posture that supermodels have? This is a modeling must and a physical criteria that says a lot about the model.
Spend a little time each day improving your posture by walking and standing straight up. Always walk with your shoulders back and keep them steady so they won't bounce or dip as you walk.
As you walk down the runway, keep your chin slightly tilted because usually everyone is sitting and looking up at you.
5. Keep Eyes Focused
When you're walking the catwalk, don't let your eyes wander and never look down. Focus them on something other than the lights straight ahead of you, such as an object on a wall.
6. Show Confidence
One of the main keys to a successful career is showing confidence and you gain this confidence by learning all you can about the modeling industry and plenty of practice.
By practicing these basic modeling tips listed above daily, you will get the confidence you need to become a runway model. It will show in your walk and also how you handle a stressful situation such as tripping or falling.
Now that you know becoming a runway model involves a lot of training, practice and hard work, and you are still interested "Don't Give Up" and "Don't Get Discouraged" when you are turned down.
Keep contacting talent agents and show that self confidence when you go for an interview. Believe me, they can tell!!
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