Speaking of sad statements, my email had Indie Model Insider; Gary Stewart's (Guy Hoops) reviews of what he calls the Ten Worst Lehigh Valley Modeling Portfolios. Gary goes on to qualify his targets by saying, "Granted, we only looked on Model Mayhem".
Sadly, in every case, the models he selected as having "the worst portfolios", all admit right up front that they are beginners trying to learn about modeling; trying to get more experience modeling; trying to connect with people who can work with them, guide them and help them move up into the world of modeling.
The author of this Ten Worst list scathingly critiques these novices who are just discovering their dreams and passion for modeling.
One of the ten has already removed her profile since Hoops's review. This is not encouragement. It's not guidance. It's not helpful. I find it mean-spirited.
Some of Hoops's targets include:
Joan Kelly, a21 year old mom who would like to pursue a career in modeling.
Alyssa Marie Snyder, 22 years old "new to modeling, I'd love to use it as a side job. I'm interested in all sorts of photo shoots"
LyssaMayhem, 21 years old, "Completely new to the world of modeling. Right now I am looking for photographers who are willing to shoot for their portfolio, as well as help me build mine".
Emma Greenberg, 20 years old "I'm just getting into modeling outside of just for fun with some friends"
Tanasia27, 19 years old "everything end nomore dance school or modeling when i moved to allentown pa i was looking for a modeling agency i wanna do fashion shows i wanna give it a chance"
Kayy Jurus, 19 years old "Started modeling just a few months ago but ...I would like to build my portfolio & gain more experience."
Melinda Dresher, 28 years old, "I'm just your ordinary girl next door looking to have good pictures taken ...but am just starting out so will take advice on most anything. Looking to build a portfolio.
Tiff0312, 20 years old, "I enjoy all different ways of modeling, like promotional and runway. I dont have much experience in either but always willing to learn and try!"
1 comments:
While that is a valid point, and I would like to apologize for hurting anyone’s feelings, we stand by our statements.
The model industry, just like any other industry such as music and film, are not here to coddle anyone. All we did was point out the flaws in the photos. This should have given them the exact way to improve their shots.
Imagine what would happen if they thought their shots were all masterpieces, because that's what everyone was telling them and then they got in front of a real industry professional who tells them worse things than we did.
Again, I do apologize if someone got their feelings hurt, but they should take our "opinions" (that's all it is) and improve their technique.
It's not as if we made personal attacks, all statements were purely aimed at helping to get a better shot.
On the other hand, some of the responsibility for getting a good shot is on the photographer too.
As to your statement about hem being new, you lost water on that as at least one of our top 10 was modeling for only 2 months at the time of our posting: http://www.modelmayhem.com/2329446,
I am a bit offended that you used the term "scathing". Why are our true statements scathing? Is it because we actually speak the truth about the industry? Have you looked at the rest of the site? I expect to ruffle a few feathers, but there is definitely a lot of great content on the site. Considering that most "working" models don't get paid, I feel that we are doing the models a great service by opening their eyes to the pipe dream of being a model.
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