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As a parent, understand that modeling is not all about glamour and a pretty face. It takes hard work and patience for getting the first gig and then sustaining there. Therefore, analyze if your child is willing to take this additional burden along with their education.
The child needs to be friendly, outgoing and comfortable interacting with strangers as they have to meet photographers and baby wrangles. They should be okay with a crowd of other kids.
The aspiring model should be good at taking advice and instructions from new people during shoots. A shy child will not be able to enjoy all the attention and thrills that come with modeling, while a carefree child will not like to listen to others.
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Kids Modelling Photography
If you think that you have the cutest kid in the world then you must make a portfolio for him or her and send it to modelling agencies. Modelling agencies would love a child who has a gorgeous smile, cute dimples and scruffy hair. If you make the decision about sending portfolio photos of your child modelling agencies then there are three essential photos that you must send.
The first one is the head shot portfolio photography. This photo should be 8 inches x 10 inches and it should capture your child from the neck. It is important that your child doesn’t wear any makeup or hair products but that he or she is natural. Choose a great place where you will take this photo preferably in natural light, such as a well lit room or outside. Tell your child to give an incredible smile and keep eye contact but make sure that it looks natural.
The second one is the body shot portfolio photography. Again this photo should be 8 inches to 10 inches and it should capture your child from head to toe. This is a really important photo because it shows the modelling agency your child’s posture. But, do not worry too much about it because there is no required posture, just tell your child that he or she must stand upright. But, do not put too much pressure on it and take natural looking photos.
The last one is the personality shot portfolio photography. This one is a bit different from the others. It is yet again 8 inches to 10 inches photography of your child but it should capture your child in their happiest and the most comfortable moment. You can choose some kind of posture that describes their personality the best but what you must keep in mind is eye contact.
These are the most essential photos that you want to send to modelling agencies as your child’s portfolio photography. We have described earlier what kind of photos do you need to make, but it is even a better idea if you let a professional do it. This is a really good option because professional know what exactly modelling agencies are looking for and they will be able to provide you with that. Also they can come up with really good backgrounds that will make your child stand out. Hiring a professional is really important because modelling is a really competitive field and they are only looking for the best models today can find. If you send photos with low resolutions, no matter how cute and gorgeous your child is they will not choose him or her because they couldn’t get a look good look at him or her in the pictures.
So all that you have to keep in mind ant that have to do is pick clothes for your child the tool show off his or her personality and that are not over excessive. Do not use any makeup or hair products because modelling agencies are looking for a child that is naturally cute.
Tips to build a Kids Modelling Portfolio
You know you have the cutest kid in the world. Your little child is beautiful, cute as a button, and you want to share their beauty with the outside world. If you want to help your child get into modelling, you will need to build a their modelling portfolio. Building a modelling portfolio is not as simple as you may have thought. There is a lot to understand. Here are some helpful tips on how to build a modelling portfolio for your child.
Do not use makeup or styling products
A lot of parents think the best way of getting their child noticed is to use makeup and styling products, especially when it comes to girls. The truth is that modelling agencies are not looking for children with makeup on. Instead, they want cute & natural children. Everyday children do not walk around with makeup on their faces and hairspray in their hair. This means you need to make sure you take natural photographs of your child.
Dress your child smartly
By smartly, we don’t mean you should dress your child in a cocktail dress. We mean you should simply dress them in outfits and colours that naturally suit them. Don’t worry about crumpled dresses, or untied shoelaces. They are a child after all. If anything, this will help make her look even cuter. Make sure you do dress them nice and clean, because the last thing you want is food stains showing up on your photographs.
Take Headshots
Headshots are very important when it comes to a modelling portfolio. Take pictures close up of your child from the shoulders up. Try to get them to look directly into the camera lens and to smile when you take the picture.
Hire a photographer
If you want to create a stunning portfolio for your child, you will need to hire a children’s photographer. A professional photographer will know how to get the best images of your child.
Have fun
Finally, the last thing you need to do is have fun. You are taking these photos to have fun with your child. You should not put any pressure on her or yourself. As long as they are smiling and you are happy, that is all that really matters.