The March Issue // Modeling // From No-Sees to Go-Sees
From No-Sees to Go-Sees!
Go-Sees are one of the crucial things that a model beginner must know about. Tyra went on 10 go-sees a day in Paris! Here are some tips on how to make a lasting impression (at a go-see or an interview!) and an experience of our own Tyra.com intern, Jasmine, a beginner in the young modeling world.
1. Be prepared! Practice your walk, poses and faces in the mirror before you go.
2. Do your homework! Know something about the agency or client and be aware of scams. Not everything out there is legit!
3. Your make-up should be minimal to show off your natural beauty.
4. ALWAYS bring a pair of heels in case they ask you to walk.
5. No nail polish- simple clear, nude or sheer!
6. Pull your hair back so that they can see your face and bone structure
7. Never be late!
8. Have good posture - stand up straight, shoulders back.
9. Be honest! It’s okay to tell them if you don’t have a lot of experience. Wow them with your natural ability (this is why practice is so important!)
Our resident Tyra.com intern Jasmine is not only great around the office - she’s a model too! We asked her how she broke into the modeling world and any advice she had for young girls looking to become top models.
Jasmine started modeling when she was only 13 years old! Discovered at a wedding by a model career development company, she researched them and decided that is sounded like a good opportunity. Her mom took some headshots of her to start out with and the development company put her in a competition. The competition exposed to her to agents and she was soon signed.
Have someone take headshots of you and get out there. Make a list of every agency that is close to where you live and go to all of them! Success doesn’t happen over-night. Remember - Tyra was turned down in the beginning, but she didn’t let it stop her.
Are you trying to break into the modeling world or start a new career? Share your story with the Inner Circle!
Hi Tyra! How are you? I am a big fan! I LOVE YOU Tyra! I love your show the americas best top model the best part i like is when you give them a make over. you make them really so fantastic and professional. If I send a ... moreHi Tyra!
How are you?
I am a big fan! I LOVE YOU Tyra!
I love your show the americas best top model the best part i like is when you give them a make over. you make them really so fantastic and professional.
If I send a picture of me could you please give me some tips on how i could look more like a professional model.
Im 5'6" 24 yrs. old and my dream is to become a model.
Thanks Tyra your my IDOL:)
I wish i can be a model like them
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Hello beautiful people. I am so keen on becoming a model one day, I would love for someone to walk up to me and say, "You ! In my agency , NOW! ". I was recently in Los Angeles and felt so powerful and free enough that I ... moreHello beautiful people. I am so keen on becoming a model one day, I would love for someone to walk up to me and say, "You ! In my agency , NOW! ". I was recently in Los Angeles and felt so powerful and free enough that I could really get somewhere in a modelling career if I were to live in the states or somewhere with people to notice the long curls and dark eyes. I need to do my research and find out some fierce and beautiful poses/ faces to do.. any help?
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Hey Tyra, Yes I really do want a career in modeling, Im 17, 5' so you 5I love taking pictures, I would do anything to get an opportunity at this.Its my only dream.I would love to send you some pictures so you get a chan ... moreHey Tyra, Yes I really do want a career in modeling, Im 17, 5' so you 5I love taking pictures, I would do anything to get an opportunity at this.Its my only dream.I would love to send you some pictures so you get a chance to look through them.Much love...<3 yvette
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Hey tyra!! I'm 15 years old and unfortunately, I'm 5 1/2 in height. I'm loosing hope. I want to model. I really do. But I think my height will be the "wall" in my future to become a model. I'm really scared. I really wan ... moreHey tyra!! I'm 15 years old and unfortunately, I'm 5 1/2 in height. I'm loosing hope. I want to model. I really do. But I think my height will be the "wall" in my future to become a model. I'm really scared. I really want to model. I'm from philippines. If you read this.. please help me. I want to grow taller tyra. I really want to model :(
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Hey! I'm Brianna and I'm 14 so I don't have the ability to drive myself places and that makes it a little bit harder to get into the biz if ya know what I mean. I'm 5' 10" and still have almost another full year of growi ... moreHey! I'm Brianna and I'm 14 so I don't have the ability to drive myself places and that makes it a little bit harder to get into the biz if ya know what I mean. I'm 5' 10" and still have almost another full year of growing. I may be young but I have great reasons for modeling. Mainly for me but also to help my family because we're not doing that great financially =/ I just wanted to say that we WILL make it if are determined and I sure am. Good luck to everybody and I would appreciate some too. =]]
-Brianna Hess
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You really charming
Did you know that I admire you so much that I wait for the program with your beautiful mind that he is in the very late hours in Egypt, set at four in the morning on Live, and waited for him until I see your beautiful fa ... moreDid you know that I admire you so much that I wait for the program with your beautiful mind that he is in the very late hours in Egypt, set at four in the morning on Live, and waited for him until I see your beautiful face and attractive too, so I see your smile charming interior designer named Ahmed was living in Cairo
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Tyra. I am 19 years old & 5'1. Its always been my dream to model, but im really short. Is there anyone who would ever except a short model, because everyone i talk to says you only can be a model if your 5'8 and taller. ... moreTyra. I am 19 years old & 5'1. Its always been my dream to model, but im really short. Is there anyone who would ever except a short model, because everyone i talk to says you only can be a model if your 5'8 and taller. This is my DREAM & i just wanna know if i should give up, or still try my best to succeed in my goal to model...
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hey tyra! i'm 20 and have been dreaming about modeling since i was a little girl. i have 0 experience and no agencies around here (mississippi po-dunk town). what should i do? and am i too old to enter the industry?
im 13,5'8, and not fat/not thin:D,im good at my walk[i think] and this week im going to elite.IM SOOOOOOO SCARED! ;[ HOPE I MAKE IT
HEy Tyra, Im 17 and let me tell you I was so excited to be trying out for top model cycle 15. Until I found out auditions are in April and I wont be 18 till July 3rd 2010. But I wasnt gonna let that stop me. This page of ... moreHEy Tyra, Im 17 and let me tell you I was so excited to be trying out for top model cycle 15. Until I found out auditions are in April and I wont be 18 till July 3rd 2010. But I wasnt gonna let that stop me. This page of advice has helped me. JUst last week I went to an open call. My very first on by the way. (Nous Model Management) And they Told me I was to commercial :( but i didnt let that put me down I said thank you and walked out of there with my head held high. Ive written down my list of agencies and submitted photos online but i honestly think the best way to go is open call in person
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hi im 17 with really strict parents. i wanna give this a shot just for fun. im not sure whether i should try this in the summer because im in the middle of a school year and my marks arent so good right now. any advice?
Hey Tyra, Im only 18 years old and im at the heiqht of 6'0 and in heels im 6'3 Uhmmm, im not sure if im the average heiqht for a model. But, I've been wanting this for so long. All I wanna know tha its not to late for me ... moreHey Tyra, Im only 18 years old and im at the heiqht of 6'0 and in heels im 6'3 Uhmmm, im not sure if im the average heiqht for a model. But, I've been wanting this for so long. All I wanna know tha its not to late for me to audition or submit my photos still. I hope you pick me one day when I try out for America Next Top Model.I've been watching all seasons since I was 11 years old. Tyra Banks you are one of my favorite SuperModels and now im trying to make a name for mee in the business. But, I think me having acne can be a down fall on my success.
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hey tyra good advicce but i wouldnt like to do walking i would like to do posses and maybe if i feel comfortable i would do walking.
I have my share of Go sees and it's definitely a very tiring and time consuming effort. So real that after several go sees you finally get a break, that's what I experienced. I have attended so many and been turned down ... moreI have my share of Go sees and it's definitely a very tiring and time consuming effort. So real that after several go sees you finally get a break, that's what I experienced. I have attended so many and been turned down several times, but luckily I get accepted at some. Thank you for sharing this, it will help me more =)
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I am an aspiring model myself. I've wanted to model from a young age but have never pursued it full time. I did "the responsible thing" and went to college. Now that I have my degree I am trying to do more test shoots an ... moreI am an aspiring model myself. I've wanted to model from a young age but have never pursued it full time. I did "the responsible thing" and went to college. Now that I have my degree I am trying to do more test shoots and network with people who may be able to provide me with a modeling job. I've yet to get signed with a big agency but I continue to send my photos to agencies and companies. I know I have what it takes and I practice my walk and poses all the time in the mirror.
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Hey Tyra!! I went to my first real go-see two weeks ago.it was fashion show and I dindnt get the part.That didnt upset me at all.I actually felt honored to be considered by my agency just to go to the go-see beacause Im ... moreHey Tyra!!
I went to my first real go-see two weeks ago.it was fashion show and I dindnt get the part.That didnt upset me at all.I actually felt honored to be considered by my agency just to go to the go-see beacause Im only 14 (and i have braces and I know thats not good if you want to model).I am very thankfull for the expirience!
love
-Your #1 fan from Panama City,Panama
PS
please answer back my fanmail!!!
and tahnkyou for your reply on twitter I was so happy when I read it!
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what is you have the look but your just not as tall as you should be ?
This is valuable info for people who want to be part of the industry I am a male and I have figured if there will some day be an Americas Next Top Male Model? It will be very interesting if you focus on the other half as ... moreThis is valuable info for people who want to be part of the industry I am a male and I have figured if there will some day be an Americas Next Top Male Model? It will be very interesting if you focus on the other half aswell.
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hey tyra im 19 but im what you call "petite" i call it short!! ;0 lol im only 5'2 but i love modeling..i've done of couple of runway shows as a volunteer..but i love the rush feeling you get in the runway...anywho i cant ... morehey tyra im 19 but im what you call "petite" i call it short!! ;0 lol im only 5'2 but i love modeling..i've done of couple of runway shows as a volunteer..but i love the rush feeling you get in the runway...anywho i cant seam to find a go see b.c im an independent model like "Chantel Nelson" can you help please!!!???
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