Anyone try working with modeling agencies for leads?

10 years 4 weeks ago #375944 by James Rados
It just struck me, why not partner up with model agencies?  I'm sure photographers are doing it, but I would like to know how successful these relationships can be if you can get your foot in the door.  Will the generally just recommend you to their models?  


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10 years 4 weeks ago #376032 by Kelly Lambert
Seems like a good idea, and one that you would expect many of the agencies to have a list of photographers they already work with.  I think you'll be fighting for elbow space.

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10 years 4 weeks ago #376033 by garyrhook
I think that without a portfolio that demonstrates skill, style, and applicability, you'd be wasting your time. If you want to go into fashion, find some willing victims, study what others are doing, and get onto ModelMayhem to meet up with local folks that are willing to do TFP work so you can practice.


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10 years 4 weeks ago #376100 by Francis
:agree:  exactly, that road has been traveled and a deep path established with many pros


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10 years 3 weeks ago #376234 by Stanly
Gary has a good point :agree:

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10 years 3 weeks ago #376364 by garyrhook

Stanly wrote: Gary has a good point :agree:


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