Congrats, Model of the Month Reilly Austin!

Some people have to create a catchy model name, and some people are just born with super cool monikers like “Reilly Austin.” With that face, those legs, that name, and a photographer friend snapping cool pics like these of her, Reilly is ready for the modeling world! Now we just need the modeling world to be ready, i.e. free to focus on glossy magazines instead of PPE!

Reilly Austin

Height: 5’8 1/2″
Measurements: 30-23.5-33
Based in: Portland, OR
Seeking Representation

Reilly Austin, shot by Stella Favaro

I see a movie star. Reilly Austin, shot by Stella Favaro.

A walk in the park with Reilly Austin

If you entered my model search in the past year+, please re-submit to: modelsearch@modelingmentor.com  I’ve just learned that I lost some beauties out in cyberspace and I can’t have them floating out there without giving them a chance to be featured here and seen by agents! I always reply to everyone who submits, so if you did not hear from me, I did not receive your email. I’m so sorry about this tech glitch!

Good luck, all, and stay safe!

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At Six Feet Tall, This Model Is a Lovely Mid-Pandemic Discovery!

I say “mid” pandemic —let’s hope we aren’t actually early pandemic… But onto brighter topics: Madeline. She is Irish and Black, with a model bod that goes on forever.

Madeline

Height: 6′
Bust: 34A
Waist: 26
Hips: 33.5
Shoe: 8.5
From: Fairfield, CT

All Photos by Jerri Graham

Madeline, and her very long legs, shot by Jerri Graham

Madeline, pure joy, shot by Jerri Graham

Madeline, by Jerri Graham

Madeline—limbs forever. Shot by Jerri Graham.

Madeline—beauty. By Jerri Graham.

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Past winners are represented by top agencies in NYC, L.A., Atlanta, Paris, London, and all the major markets in Asia.

Congrats, Redhead Model Lauren Sembrot!

Model Lauren Sembrot

Height: 5’7″    Age: 13    Size 0

Based in Connecticut

Seeking Representation 

With her gorgeous red mane, magnetic blue eyes, and lanky figure, this striking girl is hard to miss! I just happen to know she has tall parents and a mom who looks like Nicole Kidman, so I’ll be keeping an eye on Lauren!

Model Lauren Sembrot

Model Lauren Sembrot

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Stay tuned for the latest news on Modeling Mentor Models of the Month who are hitting the bigtime across the globe!

A panel of fashion industry powerhouses are currently reviewing the Modeling Mentor Model Search finalists and voting on Model of the Year!

Meet the Model Search judges:

Erin Lundgren-Scimeca, Director of Scouting at New York Model Management

Some of New York Model Management’s Stars

Erin has been in the industry for almost 20 years.  She worked as a scout at Elite in the 90’s when they represented most of the supermodels in the industry.  Erin organized the Elite Model Look contest and then was promoted to Director of Elite Model Look North America. Five years later, she moved to New York Models to run their scouting division. Erin oversees the new faces as well as the movement and placement of the models at the agency.

Page Parkes, Founder/Owner of Page Parkes Corporation

Models in the Women’s Division at Page Parkes in Dallas

Page founded her agency in Texas almost 30 years ago and made a name for herself throughout the international modeling circuit. She was one of the first agents to open a branch in the lucrative Miami market (her agency there eventually merged with Ford). She has discovered big-name stars, including Channing Tatum, Shannon Elizabeth, Woody Harrelson, Brooke Burns, and Alexis Bledel. Her finds are placed in major agencies across the globe and her expert eye landed her on E!’s reality show Scouted. Read all about Page here: Exclusive Interview With Page Parkes From Scouted

Susan Miner, Supermodel, Psychologist and Founder of Susan Miner Beauty

Susan Miner

During her career Susan Miner graced the cover of top magazines like Vogue and Elle and was one of the faces of Revlon Cosmetics. She then embarked on a journey to heal the insecurities she felt during her years modeling. She studied psychology in college and graduate school and ultimately became an adjunct professor. Currently, as a workshop leader, keynote speaker, writer, and counselor, Susan helps others find “beauty from the inside out.” Read my interview with Susan Miner.

Jill Johnson, Former Model and Magazine Editor; Current Writer, Modeling Mentor, and Mom . Read more about Jill Johnson.

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See the 2013 Modeling Mentor Model Search Finalists

If you are an aspiring model who lives in close proximity to New York, you can go in person to some modeling agencies. ”Open calls” take place at a set time each week, and during a 1 or 2 hour window, you can show up and wait your turn for a quick (usually) perusal of your photos. Some agencies have age and height limitations—you may have to be under 21 and over 5’8″ or 5’9″ (for women; men have  more flexibility in age range and generally should be over 5’11″ and under 6’3″).

Model Cara Delevingne’s striking features can turn heads in a top market like NY

Tips for Model Submissions and Agency Open-Calls

If you don’t live in the New York area, it’s wise to submit photos via e-mail first and see if you get a response. Showing up in person may slightly increase your odds of being signed, but the odds of getting representation in New York are always tiny. It’s a highly competitive market. Don’t drop $1,000 on a trip to New York unless you are eager to see the Empire State Building anyway and don’t have expectations of becoming a supermodel within the month!

If you do attend open calls, apply minimal makeup (but enough to downplay flaws and play up your best features), wear form-fitting clothing but be tasteful, show a sense of style and your unique personality! Girls, if you are under 5’10″, wear heels. You will live in them if you are lucky enough to be sent out on go-sees.

Open-Call Times (double-check on the agencies’ websites for changes/updates):

New York Model Management – Women on Thursdays from 10:30 to 11:30 a.m. at 596 Broadway, 7th floor   Tel. (212) 539-1700

Men, submit online (women can as well): Newyorkmodels.com

New York Model Management

Next – Wednesdays from 10:30 to 11 (women only) at 15 Watts St., 6th floor   Tel. (212) 925-5100

Submit online

Red – Men only on Wednesdays from 3 to 5 p.m. at 302 West 37th St, 3rd floor   Tel. (212) 785-1999

Submit online

Request Model Management – Wednesdays from 11 a.m. to noon at 156 Fifth Avenue, suite 1134   Tel. (212) 529-4130

Submit online

Wilhelmina – Click link for open call calendar.  300 Park Ave. South, 2nd floor  Tel. (212) 473-0700

Submit online

Wilhelmina Curve Division

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