Toronto: The creator of Model Coach, Mangal, who has been a veteran model says "Wouldn’t it be nice to know what a fashion photographer is looking for in a model before stepping in front of their camera? And, wouldn’t it be even better to know some basic modeling skills before your first photo shoot? How about getting this information from professionals and for hundreds of dollars less than a fashion photo shoot? This is what ModelCoach is all about.
Model Coach is an online training (or coaching) tool for all aspiring and professional models in the fashion industry. Our products allow professional models to progress and keep up their modeling technique (in the privacy of their homes) between photo shoots. Our unique approach allows both new and experienced models the opportunity to develop the skills and attributes required during a professional photo shoot.
Once a model is represented by an agency, there is very little training given to them before they’re expected to go out and audition for jobs. The agencies don’t have time to continually coach you, so we've provided a solution to prepare you for a variety of jobs."
Learn What it Takes to Get Hired for a Photo Shoot
Photoshoot Basics, our premiere video, documents a professional photo shoot of aspiring model, Elisaveta, and veteran fashion Photographer, Robert Collins. Watch Elisaveta as she progresses through her first professional photo shoot and applies the tips given to her from the photographer. By looking in on an actual photo shoot, you will benefit from the exact same information that a professional model gets, but at a fraction of the cost of a paid photo shoot. We’ve made sure that both the model and photographer are included equally in the footage to make the most of your learning experience. From the comfort of your own home, you can familiarize yourself with the basics of a professional photo shoot: Expressions, Beauty, and Fashion. As any experienced model knows, this foundation must be perfected before his or her career can advance successfully.
Our photographer knows exactly what he’s looking for in a shot, and you will see him give tips and demonstrate to the model the necessary elements of fashion photography. The footage is absolutely real and easy for any aspiring or experienced model to relate to. After watching Photoshoot Basics, you will understand exactly what top modeling agencies and fashion photographers are looking for."
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Gain the Confidence You Need for Your Next Photo Shoot
As in an actual professional photo shoot, the photographer will lead you through the process. By watching the model, you will see her gain the ability to move and express herself with less direction from the photographer as she learns. In no time, you'll be on your way to learning your own movements and facial expressions. And in case you miss anything, we’ve included dozens of on-screen tips to emphasize important information that any model needs to know.
Practice and training is what it takes to become a professional. Pro athletes don't think twice about training for a big event, and modeling shouldn't be any different. The problem is, time is money in this industry and most professionals don't have time to address your questions. We feel that the relaxed environment of your own home and the repetition of video footage is one of the best ways to prepare a model for her next professional photo shoot.
Professional model Mangal has been in the fashion and modeling industry for several years. Mangal has appeared in numerous print publications, has walked the runways in cities such as Montreal and Toronto, and has worked with high profile clients such as MAC Cosmetics, L’Oreal Paris, and The Hudson Bay Co. Throughout her career Mangal noticed a void in the industry for the continuous development of models.
Mangal knew the greatest practise came from watching other models live in a photo shoot and listening to the information and demonstration a photographer (and other fashion professionals) provided. Accepting that sitting in on a live photo shoot to develop photo shoot skills was not a realistic solution for a model, Mangal created a tool that helps both aspiring models and established models practice their technique by watching a real photo shoot in the comfort of their own home
