The Art behind the photograph (Models) Part 2

The first time I was offered a modeling job was by accident. The model I am featuring is how it all began for us both.
My aunt was not crazy about the modeling industry. She had read the stories behind Brooke Shields and didn’t want her daughters to be a part of it. So once they turned 18 they were allowed to go on auditions. I do know there were many preparations before hand.
Modeling is not an easy industry to get into and if you’re planning on making it a career you have to meet the requirements.

(This has always been one of my favorite photographs when it comes to fashion. It's interesting how clothes really do help a photograph. When the model feels comfortable and confident, things just come together.)

I decided I was going to try something different and that was by making sure all of the models were the same height, on the runway no one could tell the difference.
When I started Dlonzo Modeling Troupe most of the girls were about 5’ 4”, they had the look and they had the walk. I had become tired of going to the fashion shows and seeing the same faces over and over.
I also didn’t like the way the agencies got a percentage even when you got a job on your won. I decided at that point that I would get in on the business and learn as much as I could.

I was already taking photographs and putting together portfolios. The next step was to find jobs for the models.

I then created Dlonzo Models and covered the spectrum from petite to regular size models. For every four female models I have one male. The models all had unique looks and I showed them how to use this as a stepping stone to whatever they wanted to do.
Some of my models have since told me they were no longer shy in front of people.

I learned to deal with people, write up contracts and model releases. I also taught my models how to manage themselves so that they could make more money. Unless I had to negotiate something their money was their own.

I enjoyed meeting people and the perks that came along with modeling.

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