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How to Start Taking Pictures to Be a Model

If you're interested in becoming a model, one of the first things you must do is have your picture taken so you can compile a portfolio of photos, or a comp card, that illustrates modeling ability and photogenic qualities.

Things You'll Need

  • Photographer
  • Camera
  • Makeup and/or makeup artist
  • Indoor location for pictures
  • Outdoor location for pictures
  • Five changes of clothes
  • Accessories
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Instructions

  1. Instructions

    • 1

      Hire a photographer who has experience taking headshot and modeling photos.

    • 2

      Hire a makeup artist with experience in creating camera-ready makeup.

    • 3

      Pick your indoor and outdoor photo shoot locations (if the photographer did not already suggest them) and make sure you can utilize them on the day of your shoot for free.

    • 4

      Gather your five changes of clothes and try them on ahead of time to make sure they fit and look fantastic.

    • 5

      Gather any accessories you'll need to accentuate or complete the five outfits you chose.

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