Hey moms.. I'm just looking at my son as he's sleeping, and I'm thinking, he is the most handsome little boy that I've ever seen!! I'm not just saying that because he's my son. Everywhere we go, people are always telling me that I should get him into modeling. I've been putting thought into it lately. He's 14 months and I need advice on how I might get started. For anyone who lives in NY, please let me know of anywhere I can go to get a head start on things. Thanks in advance.
Woooowwwwww!!! I guess my question didn't have enough drama, or self pity, or ignorance for everyone. LOL. Thanks anyway. :)
well, the 'what happened' has enough drama and self-pity to start its own reality show!
good luck with that.
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khairete
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People always said that about my son at that age too, and I mean everywhere we went - almond shaped clear-blue eyes, super curly crazy dark blond hair, baby face. I actually went so far as to have an appointment with an agency...getting him in was a breeze and I know he would have been given work...then at the last minute I canceled the appointment. I decided the notion of him being in a magazine or newspaper in strangers' homes didn't feel right. I started feeling freaked out about someone wanting to take him...totally paranoid I know but it just didn't feel right. I decided that having a million photos of him in my home was enough.
Hi C.,
I'm no expert in this area, but I think you need to start with professional photos of your baby and probably an agency. Do keep in mind that modelling really isn't a cute little thing they do occasionally, it's a full time job for mom, taking baby on auditions and go-sees, often waiting a very long time and being turned down for one of the other 99 babies who is up for the job. Once he's old enough to understand rejection, it's often hard on kids. I'm sure your baby is gorgeous but modelling does involve much more than that. Why not talk to an agent who deals with child modelling to get the real scoop on what's involved?
Also, before you get snarky with people about not answering your question, your profile shows that this question was posted around 10pm. Many of us are not up and on the computer all night long. I'm typically in bed from 11:00-5:30. Just a thought.
I had a friend who did it for one year and it was the worst year of her life.
You are expected tobe out of the house early, nap times will no longer
exist. You end up exhausted and a miserable baby. Sorry I could not be more positive.
Sorry I have no advice about where to start to get your son involved in modeling. But I do know one thing. No matter where you start it should not cost you a single penny. A good agent will get the pictures done for you at their cost. If the agency requires you to pay for anything go to a different agency.
WOW to these responses. hmmmm. I was a casting director for almost 10 years before staying home with my daughter who is now 19 months. My 2 cents: It is truly a full time job bringing your child to "go-see"s, which is exactly what it sounds like-you GO and they SEE your child to see if it fits the needs of the client or auditions. If you have the time for this, then absolutely! Secondly, agents need you to provide pictures but since there are so many done digitally, it should not cost a lot-especially since little ones can change so much month to month. To start, you can use pictures you already have to send to agents that deal with babies-don't waste your time dealing with any other agents that don't. Also, managers are not franchised. Agents are-which basically means there are checks and balances to make sure things are on the up and up with an agent. ANYONE can call themselves a manager (plus they take 15% as opposed to 10% like an agent), so be careful to research any manager that expresses interest in you and your baby. This might be a start-good luck to you :)
Not sure on this one... thinking about it some more.
If you have the time, patience and the money for gas/tolls/parking in NYC then give it a shot. My son started when he was a year old and now that he is 2.5 I have put it on "hold" for several reasons.. 1. He is in the "terrible two's" full force and refuses to even go into the room to be seen.
2. You get called at a moments notice and need to rush over to "go sees" at any time, pay for gas/parking/taxi out of your own pocket.
3. Now with a second child, it wasn't worth the "run around".
Also, hard to believe, but most companies do not want the "beautiful"children. They want the everyday, kind of average looking, relatable toddler. I'm talking Toys R Us, Carters, Children's Place, etc.
If your child is really really beautiful, send his picture to Wilhamenia models in NYC, they just opened a childrens division.
Wow I can't beleive the 2 negetive comments. What's up with that????
Come on people this is not what Mamapedia is about. Remember the old saying "if you don't have anything nice to say, then don't say it at all"!
Chill mom's she just asked a question! C. good luck with your handsome little man....Hope it all works out!
Best...
so sorry--i was bummed out one answer---i wanted to know too!!!! it is work and rejection----kid needs a personality to do this........luck to you.
I have modeled most of my late teen to now adult life.
First of all YOU SPEND NO $$$ If they want you they will contact you. Send regular snapshots to GOOD agencies. I am sorry, I am in the Dallas area and I do not know good agents in NY.
Secondly, it is a JOB and you are called to casting calls for specific times which may interfere with naps, feedings, etc which can effect your child's mood etc which does not help the situation.
Parts of modeling is brutal. There is a lot of rejection and you have to be able to accept that not every agent will like your child and think he is the prettiest in the world. Stage moms can be cruel and back stabbing to both you and your child. It is a LOT of pressure.. Do you want to stress your child out?
It is a hard business, hard work. My daughter had a modeling job in LA for a week and on the way home, she told me, "Mom I do not like this" She has never modeled again, even though she is asked to.
RESPECT your child... if they do not like it STOP.
If they make $$, put it in an account for your child.
Finally, what is the real reason you want to do this. Don't do it for YOU. You have to look at reality.
Good luck if you go ahead with it, if not, enjoy your sweet baby because they grow up way too fast.
My son has done this since he was 6 months old. Send a few snapshots to FunnyFace Today and Abrams Arts in NYC. It will not cost you anything to submit snapshots and send a cover letter. If they are interested in him they will call and have you come in for an interview - again do not pay for anything. Please note that there are many scams out there. It should never cost you anything as they make money off of you (commission) when your child makes money from a shoot. You can Google these two reputable companies and see what is required to submit your son. Since children change so fast snapshots are fine - they do not require professional headshots.
Hope this was helpful.
M.
Bloomfield, NJ
