Top Models Turns Actors

Top Models Turns Actors

Every so often individuals decide to break free from the confines of modelling and transformed their status with surprising results. Here is a run-down of the most successful models turned actors and actresses. Here we celebrate the fact that these individuals have been blessed not only with staggering beauty but exceptional acting and performing talent management.

Although these are success stories, making it in modelling is hard enough without the transition. After all, it is whole different skill set. Aspiring actors like Giselle looking ridiculous in Taxi learnt the hard way that looking pretty and acting isn’t necessarily the same thing.

The aforementioned atrocities are all but instantly forgettable, yet there have been some notable exceptions. A glance at recent Oscar winners and nominees would surprise a few to see how many began their careers on the catwalk or modelling on the pages of teen magazines.

Famke Jansen

Famke, the X-Men star started her career as an Yves Saint Laurent model before her memorable role in Golden Eye. The transition was almost seamless and we were endowed with one of the most memorable Bond girls/villains in recent memory. Clearly she has made the right move.

Cameron Diaz

Diaz was already a professional teen model, with teen modelling jobs for Calvin Klein and Levi’s before she hit the big time with films like The Mask and There's Something about Mary. Since then she has done an awful film called the Counsellor in which she kills everyone. You leave the cinema feeling just ‘bad’.

Angelina Jolie

Admittedly she was a model for all of fifteen minutes but Jolie still counts. She has since teamed up with Brad Pit to create Brangelina, the celebrity power couple, and has looked awesome as Lara Croft in Tomb Raider.

Kim Basinger

Kim is a sexy screen siren from the 80’s. This Academy Award Winning actress started her life as a shampoo ad model, she’s certainly come a long way since her teen modelling days.

Milla Jovovich

Acting in the Fifth Element opposite Bruce Willis, and her ability to kick ass in Resident Evil established her as a household name.

Mark Wahlberg

The only male model we could think of that made a successful transition. The former Calvin Klein model has come a long way since his rapping Marky Mark days. Mark even had the time to do a stint in jail, busy man.

Charlize Theron

Both incredibly talented and beautiful. Some people have all the luck. Scary in the film monster, ditching her good looks for good acting.

Halle Berry

Halle used to be Miss Teen All America 1985. Now the Catwoman is now a sex symbol and Academy Award Winning Actress. Inspirational!

Modelling Advice

What is the Difference between a Modelling Agent and Modelling Manager?

Model agents, managers and the roles that they play in your career can be confusing. You know you have what it takes to be a model, but what about a team to guide you through the industry and get you those jobs. Networking and making friends is one thing, but what about a manager, or an agent?
Many beginning and experienced models think that model managers and model agents are one in the same. While they do share some of the same responsibilities, their primary roles are very different. Let's take a look.

Managers

Modelling managers do not arrange auditions. They provide guidance and direction for their female models to help them become successful in the industry. Model managers act as an intermediary between models and all the other industry people i.e. agents, attorneys and the press. It is the responsibility of the model manager to assist in the development of the models career in the modelling industry. Starting out, you do not need a manager and you should never sign your life away to anyone.

Model managers are not subject to any regulations set forth by the modelling industry so you must be very careful when selecting one represent you. You have to trust them completely so make sure you are not exploited.  Find out how much experience they have, who they have represented, and what type of models they represent. What are their success stories?
The benefits of working with a model manager are that you will have access to industry professionals that you would not otherwise have. If you are a new or un-signed female model, a model manager will help you get signed to an agency, for a fee or percentage.

Model Agents

The model agent, working for a modelling agency is the individual that gets the model work. Model agents receive casting notices from various clients. It is their job to put you up for the best auditions for you. They are essential, and most major advertisers will not work with models unless they have an agent.
A good model agency takes an interest in their models, and spends the majority of their time securing auditions and negotiating deals their behalf.

The responsibilities of model managers and model agents can be complex and may overlap in some instances. Just be sure to remember that a model agent's primary responsibility is getting you work. A model manager is not responsible for obtaining work for you. Rather, the model manager's role is to advance your overall career. Model managers focus on managing the business activities on behalf of the model and work with the modelling agency. This should free you up to focus on what’s important, the camera.

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Who Are Kube Studios?

Kube Studios

Kube Studios is a photography studio in London, Manchester and Birmingham. They have a great reputation in the industry and are known for taking great photos. They have makeup artists, stylists and photographers with years of experience in bringing out the best in their models.

If you need first hand experience in front of a camera, or wish to find out if you are photogenic visit their modelling studios. Kube Studios also specialize in female modelling, male modelling, teen modelling, body part modelling, and catalogue and glamour modelling. If you are not stick thin, it doesn't matter!

Visit their website: kubestudios.co.uk

Find out more information about Kube Studios on their Kube Studios blog. This blog also contains everything you need to know about where they are located. You can also follow Kube Studios on twitter for regular modelling udpates.

Kube Studios are not a modelling agency. They can advise you, but are not a work finding agency for models. To find out more about them, watch this Youtube video on their photography services:

Kube Studios - Is it Worth It?

Kube Studios

Kube Studios is a photography studio in London, Manchester and Birmingham. They have a great reputation in the industry and are known for taking great photos. They have makeup artists, stylists and photographers with years of experience in bringing out the best in their models. If you need first hand experience in front of a camera, or wish to find out if you are photogenic visit their modelling studios. Kube Studios also specialize in female modelling, male modelling, teen modelling, body part modelling, and catalogue and glamour modelling. If you are not stick thin, it doesn't matter!

Find out more information about Kube Studios on their Kube Studios blog. You can also follow Kube Studios on twitter for regular modelling udpates.

Kube Studios are not a modelling agency. They can advise you, but are not a work finding agency for models. To find out more about them, watch this Youtube video on their photography services:

Fusion Studios Releases Modelling Advice Video

Fusion Studios 


Fusion Studios has uploaded a new video about their photography services on Youtube. This has shed more light on what Fusion do and the way their photography work. Although they work with up and coming models, their services are flexible and they also do couples photography, child photography and photoshoots for actors, business people and many others. Fusion also have experience in body part photos, essential if you want to become a body parts model.

Important to note is that they are no a modelling agency, and all the do is take photographs - nothing more. If that's what you need then you should use their services. Find out more about Fusion Studios by watching their video below:

UK Models Agencies Working With Diesel

UK Modelling

Diesel Models works alongside over 150 model agencies throughout the UK and Ireland  scouting and assessing new faces to join their agencies. They specialise in assessing a models potential, establishing what area of work they are best suited to, and then helping them approach the right agency for their needs.

We primarily help models from 4 yrs to 24 yrs of age, with no height or size restrictions as we cover every aspect of modelling from Catwalk to Commercial Modelling.

Our links to model agencies cover all areas of the UK including Wales, Scotland, and Ireland. The list is constantly updated depending on the agencies requirements.

Types of modelling covered include UK  fashion, catwalk, commercial, catalogue, editorial, body, beauty, plus size, kids, teens, promotional.

Anybody trying to break into the modelling industry will get much sought after inside advice and guidance on how best to go about getting paid work, find an agency, avoid the pitfalls, and establish if modelling is suited to them.

Services we offer include assessment days, modelling workshops, portfolio building, an online forum, online portfolio hosting and website creation, a monthly model magazine, a model shop, and general modelling information and advice.

By registering on their site, users can access a number of areas of advice and are contacted by a New Faces Consultant to discuss which of their services could be of use. No upfront fee is charged.

Diesel Models has a tried and tested 5 Step Process to assist models in breaking into the industry, and depending where a model is on that process, Diesel will assist with the next step and provide assistance. Other modelling agencies include UK Models and Form Models. Find out more about UK Models.

The use of Diesel Models services are FREE of charge and there are no commitments or contracts that the model needs to agree to. Diesel Models is not a model agency as it does not find models work.

All models under the age of 22 must have the full permission of a parent, and be accompanied by a parent on a first visit. This is for the safety of the model, their wellbeing, and to help guide the new model.

Thomas Street Studios Review - Is It A Good Photo Studio?

Thomas Street Studios Review

Fusion Studios are a photography studio based in Manchester. This article is providing information about this business and links to real reviews written by Fusion Studios models. If you are considering having a photoshoot and live in the midlands or Greater Manchester area there are a number of photography studios to chose from. Although there are many photography studios in the UK where aspiring models can have their portfolios done, Fusion Studios stands out from the rest.

fusion studios

There are a number of reasons why Thomas Street Studios is regarded as the best place for fashion photography in Manchester. They are focused on customer service, their goal is to ensure you enjoy your modelling day, they have experienced and talented photographers that are passionate about what they do, and they have the best stylists and make up artists on hand. This has made them award winning and the place to be for a photoshoot in Manchester.

Situated in the heart of Manchester since 2002, Thomas Street Studios is a bespoke photography studio encompassing some of the best make up artists, hair stylists, photographers and designers in the North West's fashion industry. Our class team of staff, who currently work on well known magazines and TV shows, are used to working with a range of personalities from the office girl to the runway model.

According to their website:

Our concept is to bring the beauty from within by encouraging you to forget about every day life for a few hours and be at the center of attention. Everybody has their own beauty and your experience shall lead to the most amazing set of professional photos for you to use in your personal or professional life, however you prefer.

Thomas Street Studios are based in Manchester's Northern Quarter. 


To get in touch with them, their contact number is: 0161 831 920

Watch this YouTube video about their photography services, find out how they make your photo perfect!

*They are not and do not claim to be a modelling agency*

Thomas Street Studios Youtube Video

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