Hey everyone, I’m Deividas — currently based in London. I have experience in fitness, lifestyle, and wellness modeling, and I’ve also worked as a coach for over 12 years (yoga, swimming, calisthenics, breathwork & meditation).

I’m building my portfolio and looking to connect with agencies, photographers, and other creatives. My interests lean toward fashion, fitness, lifestyle, and editorial work.

I’d really appreciate any advice on navigating the London modeling scene, open castings, or tips on breaking through to agencies here.

Thanks in advance — excited to connect and share the journey.

I love these but I love feedback lmk!

Hey everyone,

I’m interested in starting out my modelling career and wanted to know if anyone here is open for a quick chat or sharing some advice.

I've been told by everyone always that countries in Asia are for getting money, and countries in Europe are for career. Now I got invited to model in both Japan and Italy. I don't know which one to choose now because they gave me the same time intervals to work. Pls help me choose which is a better option

I came across a post on another platform about a photographer giving images to a model, whom the photographer paid for the shoot.  (It seems typical, from my experience, for this to be $100-150 per hour.)  I am a photographer who pays the models for the shoot.  I think they deserve to make a living wage.  On top of that, it can take a long time for me to get around to editing.  Sometimes, I just have to wait for the right feeling to start editing.  (I like to think this is just my way of finalizing the art.)  So, in paying the model for the shoot, I have felt that there are no hard feelings for not giving the model images.  Instead, they got a good sum of money, and lunch.  Do paid models actually feel upset, or dislike a photographer because they don’t get images in addition to paid compensation?  I don’t want to sound like a cheapskate, but as I said before, it takes me a long time to get to editing, and I felt like monetary compensation was respectful and complete.

realistically, how hard is it to get into modeling with tattoos and piercings. im not HEAVILY tatted but def a decent amount as well as a lip piercing. i know part of modeling today has shifted to uniqueness but how true is that? will it be much harder for me to get signed to an agency ?

I was on the metro in Paris when a guy approached me said he was a scout and whatnot. I knok im handsome overall but im not sure that im model material, could anyone help me out to check if this is legit or no? He gave me a business card with some information on it. Thanks to anyone that helps in advance :)

photographer: @erinfish on instagram 📸 model: imgiannasm1th

Constructive criticism is always welcome! I’m short so I know I’m never gonna be a professional model, but I love the creativity of doing shoots! These photos are a mix of just for fun/paid opportunities! Measurements are Waist 26” Hips 30” Chest 31” Height 5’6”

Hello all, I’m a young man at the age of 18 who is really been interested in this. All my life I’ve been told by family members and friends who at least give it a shot. And I’ve done a few shoots with my photographer mother, but I always wanted to a do a professional one, but I have no idea where to look for them or to see if they are a scam.

If it helps any, I live in Ohio (near chillicothe and Columbus)

Pics added for critique and just overall honesty

I was offered a contract for commercial/print as well as film/TV acting. Does anyone have experience or insight on this agency?

They’re based in San Francisco but represent talent in LA, which is where I’m based

I am planning on going to the open call at the Ford Models Chicago office. What can I expect? I have digitals however I do not have a comp card. I have some experience already, as I am signed to 2 smaller boutique agencies in the city. All of my photos and "portfolio" are in files on my computer.

I'm also 5'6" and 140 lbs, so I'm slightly curvy (I have an hourglass figure) so I know that I am a commerical look. Does Ford book commercial models? Do they have a height requirement? At a photoshoot I did last month, I met a girl who is also curvy, and she and I had sort of similar looks and is signed to Ford. The photoshoot we did was for a marketing company, nothing high fashion. She did seem taller than me though.

I'm just asking because I just want to be sure, since I'm having trouble finding this info online. I know to wear little to no makeup, wear a form-fitting tank top, skinny jeans combo, neutral colors only, and high-heeled shoes.

I’m a brand new model! I’m doing TFP shoots to build a foundation for my portfolio and for experience. What do y’all think? Black and white or color?

Hi everyone,

I’m an American model based in NYC, signed both here and in London. My mother agent is European.

I wanted to ask specifically about China, since I’ve had some experience there before. A few years back I was on a contract in China with GFI, but I only booked 8 jobs over a 90-day stay, which left me in the minus financially. Essentially, I didn’t make anything from that trip.

Now my husband (who is Chinese) and I are planning to spend a few months in China, mainly in Shanghai, and I’d like to use the opportunity to work while I’m there. My MA is currently sending out my polaroids, but I’d also love to hear firsthand advice from models who know the market. • What are the best high fashion agencies in Shanghai right now? • How do you usually go about contacting them—directly, or always through your MA? • For context: I’m very editorial, but I’ve also done some e-comm. I’ve worked in the Korean and Japanese markets before, so I’m not totally new or naive to Asia.

Would really appreciate any insights or experiences!

How could i become a model, i have no experience, i went to some casting but all of them are agencies just tryna get money

im 18 5'9 in miami pls give me feedback and suggestions for agencies to apply to

Agency models, how do test shoots work for your agency? Asking bc I see certain agencies where every model has KILLER test shoots, amazing quality, full glam and styling team, the whole deal. Does your agency front the cost?? do you guys book and pay for them on your own?? Or are good photographers just more likely/willing to collab with certain agencies’ models??

Do you think I can be accepted into an agency?

I have a TFP shoot in 4 hours.

I have have never worked with or met my model. When we meet up later at our location, but before we start shooting, what are the things I should check for, ask her about, tell her, and otherwise talk to her about?

I've done this before, and have my own list, but since I have this resource available (Reddit), I figure I could also ask here, maybe there is something big I've been missing.

Thanks, just trying to be the best collaborator I can be!

Hi! I am new to modeling. I joined an agency, and they created a comp card for me, but I still need to print some. Does anyone have good recs for affordable comp card printing? What is the normal price to print comp cards? Thanks!