I've been wanting to go into part time modelling for a while now and last week i finally made the effort to get up and go to a casting. when i got there they said that i was "a bit too chunky around the thighs" [size=5pt]might as well have called me fat [/size]  but that they could use me for pictures [size=5pt]probably photoshop half my thighs away[/size]. this is still something but the only reason i wanted to go into modelling was for catwalk shows. Am i too curvy and should i give up? or is that just the opinion of that particular company. I'd really like some constructive criticism on my appearance but  please o don't be too harsh. 

They most be mad your thighs look perfect to me. If it's true that the camera adds 10lbs then they most be blind also.

Your skin looks beautiful.

You have a very strong nose, very photogenic.

How tall are you? I am sure you know the average height for a model is usually 5 feet 10inches+ but you can still do the type of modelling your set on if your slightly shorter, GMTV FACE OF THE YEAR took girls who were 5 foot 8inches.

Enter GMTV face of the year, also send them your portfolio. They have a regular model called "eraka" you look  like her, actually your better looking.

The GMTV competition "face of the year" is for amateurs or girls just starting out. Google it, check all the details, it's closed for this year but you should be ahead of the game for next year. The sponsors for this comp are  big names, so the free exposure you would get should be great, even if you were only a finalist.

ps I have no idea what the requirements are for modelling but if they like your look you should do  well, they are always looking for a new face.

*Constructive mode*

You have great features and overall a good looking young girl but as per the western standards; You're thick around the thighs which isn't what they all subscribe to.
Most models are stick thin without any meat on their bones so to speak. I'd suggest going to other agencies and perhaps look for other aspiring models as well. Network your way through. Good luck to you!

PS: You're a good looking girl! I mean hardly do you see cute folks on here. At least you are not the groundnut seller look alikes that claim to be models! Model ko! Chanel Iman ni!

your thighs are too thick for todays modelling "standards" esp catwalk or runway.  so, maybe you should look around for agencies that offer other types of modelling i.e  editorial modeling, etc at least if they think any part of you is "too fat/chunky" for their liking they can always Photoshop them off.

below is an idea of the kind thigh/body most agencies required in this days of "modelling"



[img]http://www.bestweekever.tv/bwe/images/2008/09/Battered%20Model%204.jpg[/img]













goodluck w/modelling career. dont know let what this deter you though. there are many model options out there for those who arent super skiny

Lol my post got arrested by spambot. cant even modify some typos

holy egg rolls!

iice:

I'd like to see a face without make-up.  Models usually wear nothing or very little unless they are 'working'. If they said they'd use for pics. . .you come across more then as a pictorial/commercial model than a runway model.

Yes i'd say you are a bit bigger on the thighs than what is seen on the runway, but don't let it deter you because, Naomi Campbell didn't have stick thin thighs.  If it's you're dream. . .keep pushing meanwhile improving anything you think will give you an added edge.

erhmmm what she said up ^^^^^ dia "  '

can we exchange thighs? i must warn you mines are sorta! kinda! erhmmmmmmmmmmm   

Thank everyone for the good comments and the criticism

madlady:

How tall are you?

I'm 5"10

mohawkchic:



~BTW its brave of you to put up your pics & ask complete strangers (who prolly don't have a clue about modelling criteria Yeah You! & me both!!) to give "Constructive Criticism" on your appearance!

When i asked my friends and family they all said the usual positive things but i wanted objective input which you guys have given me

i guess i am thicker around the thighs, oh well that cant change.

Rotfl @ Ikamefa's pic. You're not serz!!!

Maybe a model in macys or kmart ads . . .I would never think couture or high fashion.

I think you'll do great.

^^ thanks, no macys or kmart here tho so i applied for m&s insted and i have a casting next week!