Is Modeling for You? the Handbook and Guide for the Young Aspiring African American Model (Revised Second Edition) - Softcover

With new information on contests, reality shows, and online opportunities, this anniversary edition of the premier guide to modeling for African Americans is now even more definitive. Whether aspiring to do runway, commercial, print, showroom, or video modeling—national or international, male or female, plus-size or petite—models of all ages will find everything they need to get started in this handy reference to a billion-dollar industry that includes advice on where to go, how to get there, what to do, and what not to do. Real-life stories of top models provide an invaluable insiders’ perspective. In addition to covering such topics as what to look for in a beauty pageant, finding an agency, and planning a portfolio, the book teaches techniques in grace, charm, manners, fitness, and confidence. The full listing of modeling agencies in both U.S. and international markets specifically includes the top black modeling and management agencies.