Plus Size Models Portfolios

One of your most invaluable tools when pursuing a modeling career is having a plus size model's portfolio. Anyone who's interested in modeling needs to know what a useful portfolio contains and how to arrange it to your best advantage. If you're not receiving enough modeling work, it could be that your portfolio is working against you. Also, for newcomers who are interested in how to become a plus size model, you want a portfolio that has everything you need in it to ensure that you are successful.

Basics of Plus Size Models Portfolios

When assembling your portfolio, be aware that how you put it together can work for or against you. Consider these tips when gathering your photographs together:

• Have enough photos: You should have at least 10 good images of yourself in your portfolio. An ideal collection has between 12 to 15 photographs in 8x10 sizes. This number allows you to show clients how you look in a variety of settings.
• Show yourself in different situations. A plus size model's portfolio needs:
  • A head shot
  • Full-length body shot
  • A shot of you showing off your beautiful smile
  • Action shots

Naturally, you'll want all of these photos to showcase you at your absolute best. Although professional photographers' rates may be expensive, this will probably be one of your biggest expenses. It's usually worth the money to make sure you get a quality product.

• Good photographs are essential: As noted above, your photos need to be professional quality. This shows agents and clients that you are serious about your work. Because pro photographers have professional and expensive equipment at their disposal, they're able to take pictures that amateur photogs with regular point-and-shoot cameras just aren't able to capture. Keep in mind that many modeling agencies will refer you to their photographer, someone they're familiar with and trust.
• Professionalism is key: Assemble a portfolio in an actual portfolio case, not a photo album that you'd keep at home for showing off family photos. You'll need a case that's fairly sturdy and good-quality; your plus size modeling agency will send you on go-sees and many clients may look at your model book. Your photos should be contained in clear sheet protectors and should be arranged so that the portfolio starts off with one of your best shots and ends with an equally strong one. You can find affordable portfolio cases at office supply stores and art supply stores.
• Placement counts: Viewers' eyes tend to fall to the right side of books, so be sure to place your best photos on that side. You can place photos on the left side too, but if in doubt, place stronger images on the right. Any damaged, weak or bent pictures should not be placed in your portfolio.

Patience Is Important

Although some aspiring models dream of being discovered overnight, it rarely works that way. Many famous plus size models spent months or years toiling before they got their big break. This applies to building up an impressive portfolio as well. Don't expect to take all of your best pictures in one sitting. It will also take time to get model tearsheets to place in your portfolio, but these are very helpful as it shows clients that you've appeared in actual magazines.

Think About Your Career

If you're interested in a career in full figure modeling, your portfolio helps to show agencies and clients just how serious you are. It's not only about how you look; it's also about having the right attitude and being professional. Modeling is a business, and like other businesses, people who show up on time with all of their essentials in order, are more likely to succeed. Your portfolio goes a long way toward showing how you'll approach your career.

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