I noticed a HUGE jump in my site traffic yesterday, so I decided to give you all something new to look at. Introducing Model of the Month, Jamie Mann (aka my oldest child and not really a model, so let’s see how long it takes him to notice this is here and yell at me to take it down).

Name: Jamie Mann

Height: 6’1″
Suit: 38L (I’m making this up. I really have no idea. Guys out there, does this sound about right?)
Shoe: 11 1/2
Base: New York

Jamie Mann, by Curtis & Cort

Jamie Mann, by Curtis & Cort

I call this Jamie Mann, surfer boy. By Curtis & Cort.

I call this Jamie Mann, surfer boy tough guy. By Curtis & Cort. (He is going to tell my how cringe-y this is.)

Obviously this is Jamie Mann, pretty boy. By Curtis & Cort.

This is one Mom doesn’t really want to label. We will call it: Where did my little boy go?

Jamie is an actor/singer/dancer. If you want to learn more, check out Jamiemartinmann.com
Jamie is repped by Edge Entertainment Management and Innovative Artists. 

Or just stay here and browse around my site and keep my traffic on the uptick!

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Male Model of the Month: William Sellars 

I’ve been stalking this guy for months now. He was actually scouted by my very first agent, Nicole (Novitsky) Schulte. She has a good eye, as you can see. Look out fashion world!

William Sellars headshot

Age: 22
Height: 6’4″
Shirt size L
Pants 32/34
Jacket 42
Shoe 13
Waist 32
Inseam 32
Neck 15 1/4
Hometown: Austin
Seeking Representation

William Sellars, full-length shot

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Baby Models of the Month

There has been a cuteness explosion in my inbox, and who can pick between these adorable babies?

Aksel Leder

Age: 9 months
Weight: 20 lbs
Size: 9-12 mo.
Closest city: Manhattan, NY

Aksel Leder

Aksel Leder’s contagious smile

Joseph Venturino

Age: 12 months
Size: 12 mo.
Based in: Staten Island, NY

Joseph Venturino

Joseph Venturino’s contagious smile

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Greyson and Olivia Grace

November Models of the Month!

Cuties from the Big Apple are filling my inbox…

Greyson: 4 years old in December, 38 inches tall, lives in Manhattan, has an irresistibly adorable ‘do

Manhattanite model Greyson

Olivia Grace Lukens: age 5, 46″ tall, size 7, based in NYC, princess-like 

Princess Olivia Grace Lukens, shot by Lisa Petz 

Keep smiling on my favorite city, kids! The modeling industry is gradually kicking back into gear. Hope to see these faces in a catalog or store window soon!

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Dear readers, aspiring models and actors, and patient parents,

It has been one crazy year for the Mann Clan* and my actor kids have hijacked my life! If you do not like routine and prefer not to have any idea where you might be in 24 hours, getting your kids into acting is a great way to achieve that!

But now I’m settled out in L.A. where my oldest son, Jamie, is shooting a new Netflix show. Everyone in the cast, crew, and creative team is incredibly nice so I expect to have a lovely writing sojourn out here and get back into action on much neglected Modelingmentor.com!

If you are a Model of the Month winner for 2019, hold tight; Model of the Year will be announced in May. Have your friends and fans “like” your Model of the Month page in the meantime (industry judges determine Model of the Year; likes determine the People’s Choice winner).

*My married name is Mann in case you are confused. My maiden and professional name is Johnson. But as my professional and personal lives have gotten all mixed up together, I’m occasionally adopting the clearer but unmelodious Jill Johnson Mann. Who wants all those “son” and “man’s” in their name?

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Haven’t entered yet? What are you waiting for? It’s easy and free, just visit this link and submit your photos and stats: MODEL SEARCH

“For Life” and “Country Comfort” Shameless Plugs

Tune into the premiere of “For Life” on February 11 on ABC to see my son Cameron Mann as Justin Masry—or better, to see his moms, Mary Stuart Masterson (I’ve been obsessed with her ever since Some Kind of Wonderful and tried not to geek out when chatting with her. She’s just another mom of 4… except so much more) and Indira Varma (riveting), in this new prison/legal show, which is based on a true story.

Katharine McPhee and Eddie Cibrian – “Country Comfort” – Deadline

Keep an eye out for Jamie Martin Mann as Brody in “Country Comfort” with Katharine McPhee, coming to Netflix later this year!

The Kids of “Country Comfort”: Ricardo Hurtado, Jamie Martin Mann, Pyper Braun, Shiloh Verrico and Griffin McIntyre

Stay Tuned for an Update on Em Marie, Model of the Year 2016

I hope you are following her on social media because she is a role model for how to make the most of your modeling adventures! Em Marie’s Instagram

Child Model (Girl) Winner Congrats, Ameena!

She is the fourth of four November winners.

Ameena McMiller
Height: 39 cm
Age: 3
Size: 3–4T
Based in New York
Seeking Representation

Child model Ameena Miller

Ameena Miller

Congrats to Model of the Month Connor Antico!

September Model of the Month Connor Antico. Shot by Corrine Louie.

Height: 6′
Shoe: 11
Based in New York
Seeking Representation 

It was thanks to a football injury in high school that Connor Antico gave musical theater a try and soon redefined what “awesome play” meant in his life. He has appeared in several movies and just finished a run of A Comedy of Tenors. He loves to play guitar and sing his heart out. And the camera happens to love him. I don’t expect it to take long for a modeling agency to snap him up!

Check out Connor’s Pace University Senior Showcase, which proves this model has a voice!…

I have tons of model search submissions I still need to review, so just because you weren’t featured this month doesn’t mean you won’t be next month …or the month after! Subscribe to my free newsletter to be first to see the winners: Modeling Mentor Newsletter

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Model of the Month Updates

One of Em Marie’s many new tear sheets from Tokyo

Em Marie, Model of the Year 2016, is enjoying amazing success in Asia! She spent two months in Tokyo, two months in Seoul, and has just landed in Beijing. Keep an eye on my Facebook and Instagram to see all the stunning tear sheets she is getting there. I knew when I first laid eyes on her that Em had the potential for supermodel stardom, and she is right on track!

Model of the Month Graeme Buffenbarger  (June 2017) just finished filming Season 2 of Stephen King’s TV show Mr. Mercedes! It premiered Aug 22 on Audience channel.

Have news? Email me at comment@modelingmentor.com

Big-blue-eyed baby model Zoey Varela

Model Search Winner Zoey Varela

Height: 27 inches

Clothing Size: 6 to 9 months

Closest City: New York City

Seeking Representation

I have a lot of stunning submissions in my inbox and some are still in the running for Model of the Month this fall, but who can resist this face? Look for her crawling down a catwalk near you soon  :)

It’s so exciting to watch past winners’ careers take off! Read about them here: Model Winners: Mother Agencies, Talent Agents, Contracts in Asia

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Congrats to Model of the Month Sammie Lenzi!

Sammie Lenzi, shot by Olesja Mueller

Height: 5’7 1/2″    Age: 13    

Based in PA/NY

I love that my July Model of the Month is wearing stars and stripes! I also love that this girl is both beautiful and a triple threat (quadruple threat, if charisma counts too!). If she’s not posing, she’s performing. I can’t wait to see where Sammie’s career takes her.

Sammie Lenzi — great profile shot!

Sammie Lenzi full-length, by Olesja Muel

Remember, previous submissions are still eligible for next month and yours may be in my “Model Search” file with a star next to it!

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Modeling Mentor Winners Land Top Modeling Agents, Fashion Editorial, and Talent Agents!

It’s been a super exciting year at Modelingmentor.com. Our Models of the Month are gaining international recognition from agencies and clients, and I can hardly keep up with all the updates on contracts, bookings, and adventures! Since we are mid-way through 2018, I thought I’d share some updates, which are sure to inspire those of you who dream of pursuing a path as a model or performer.

Em Marie, Model of the Year 2016

Em Marie wearing Chanel, in Ginza magazine, shot by Katsuhide Morimoto, styling by Yuriko E, hair by Taku, m/u by Uda

Em Marie, wearing Chanel, in Ginza magazine

After I scouted Em Marie while she was performing in Maine (she is a dancer and aerialist, in addition to being stunning…and kind and sweet and super disciplined and basically a role model in every way!), she promptly landed an agent. Em, along with her mom, has had an amazing time in Tokyo with Image Models. Stay tuned for a guest post from her on her experiences there. Highlight: A 7-page editorial in Ginza magazine!

Alexa Kissling, Model of the Year 2017

Alexa entered my model search last year, and I was instantly wowed by her email submission! On Zoom, I was smitten with this cutie’s personality (and she was just as gorgeous without a bit of makeup as she was in her photos). The Industry Model Management immediately noticed the 5’10″ lanky beauty. Now Alexa is living in New York and living her dream as a model with The Industry. Compare her Model of the Year photos to these latest shots, and check out the transformation! This girl is such a chameleon. She can do it all!

Alexa Kissling, shot by Sam Gold

Alexa Kissling’s new New York look! With The Industry NY

Alexa Kissling, styling by Theo Banzon

Isabelle Boughner, Model of the Month, October 2015

Isabelle has hit the magic age of 16, when model development really kicks in for women. She is the complete package of adorable, cool, and talented (she is a guitarist, singer, and composer). I’m in love with this test shoot she did in Westport, CT.

Isabelle Boughner, shot by Tomira Wilcox

Isabelle Boughner, by Tomira Wilcox. Jacket by Zoe Mann.

Julianne Walker, Model of the Month, February 2018

I’ve had an eye on Julianne for almost her whole life (she happens to be my husband’s second cousin!). Julianne signed with a mother agent within a couple months of winning Model of the Month. She has begun testing and just graduated from high school. Julianne will attend UVA in the fall and continue to build up her portfolio and pursue modeling opportunities in the summer months.

Julianne Walker, shot by Emily Scimeca

Julianne Walker by Kayla Simon

Ida Nevstad, Model of the Month, May 2018

Ida also has been offered a contract by an agent! She has been testing and finishing her busy junior year. She will be heading to Europe for part of the summer.

Ida Nevstad, by Tomira Wilcox

Cooper Gusick, Model of the Month, November 2015

Cutie Cooper just signed with Innovative Artists, a top talent agency in New York (and L.A.). His face is already known the world over from this Dear Evan Hansen Mash-Up (Minute 1:50). I can’t wait to watch this great kid’s career!

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