r. It is foundational to nearly every career in beauty and fashion, and it can be intimidating working with professional models and modeling agencies. However, by understanding their needs as a business, photographers can gain confidence knowing when to ask and how to contact modeling agencies for model testing.
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Fashion Photography: Model Testing with Agencies

A Step by Step Guide to Model Testing with Modeling Agencies

Elizabeth Wiseman Taught by Elizabeth Wiseman

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  • 30 lessons
  • 3h 34m runtime
  • 26 assets included
  • EN closed captions
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Overview

LEARN FROM A MODEL AND PHOTOGRAPHER

Elizabeth Wiseman is a fashion and commercial photographer who understands the importance of this process - she's even worked in the industry herself! She wants other photographers like you to feel confident about building their portfolios through model testing too.
Fashion Photography & Model Testing with Agencies - | PRO EDU model testing tutorial.

LEARN THE EXACT RECIPE FOR SUCCESS

You'll learn everything you need to know about getting started with professional modeling agencies so that you're prepared before your first test shoot! This includes what they expect from both parties during the session, how much you can eventually charge for each test shoot (and why), and what types of images are typically requested.
Fashion Photography & Model Testing with Agencies - | PRO EDU posing for model testing.
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What you’ll learn

  1. 01 Approach modelling agencies and understand model categories
  2. 02 Set principles and expectations before a test shoot
  3. 03 Shoot an editorial and a commercial test in one day
  4. 04 Light, style and pose test subjects for agency portfolios
  5. 05 Analyse your market and build a fashion career from tests

Curriculum

30 lessons · 3h 33m·6 chapters

01 Trailers & Extras 4 lessons · 7m
  1. 01 Model Testing Trailer 2m

    Elizabeth’s experience gives you the perspective necessary to help you get the most out of your Model Testing session.

  2. 02 Get To Know Elizabeth Wiseman 2m

    Elizabeth Wiseman is a professional photographer specializing in fashion photography. Learn her story and how she approaches her craft.

  3. 03 Step By Step Model Testing 2m

    Elizabeth Wiseman breaks down model testing in simple to follow steps to make sure you get the most out of your shoot.

  4. 04 Focus On The Model And Not Techniques 1m

    According to famous fashion photographer Elizabeth Wiseman, it is critical to focus on the model rather than the techniques.

02 1 - Getting Started 7 lessons · 34m
  1. 01 Introduction 3m

    Learn model testing today and start to re-build your portfolio while getting paid to do it from Elizabeth Wiseman

  2. 02 Approaching Model Tests 3m

    Hear Elizabeth discusses the value of teaming up with agencies and models to develop work that meets industry standards.

  3. 03 Understanding Modeling Agencies 5m

    Discover Elizabeth Wiseman’s opinions on modeling agencies, how they operate, and who they hire by reading this.

  4. 04 Model Categories 6m

    Watch the tutorial and listen as Elizabeth defines two of the main agency model categories - Editorial and Commercial.

  5. 05 Approaching Modeling Agencies 6m

    Learn how to properly approach a modeling agency for your model test production. Watch the tutorial to learn more!

  6. 06 Establishing Principles 4m

    Learn why it is important to build a portfolio centered on the genre and establish your approach and guiding principles as a photographer.

  7. 07 Posing Tips 8m

    Go in studio with, Elizabeth Wiseman, as she breaks down the fundamentals of posing a model. Watch the tutorial to learn more!

03 2 - Editorial Shoot 6 lessons · 1h 3m
  1. 01 Choosing A Location 4m

    Here, you will learn how to recognise the qualities to consider when choosing a productive and suitable setting for your photo shoot.

  2. 02 Executing A Shotlist 13m

    Take Elizabeth’s advice and use a shot list to manage your time better. Examine the ways that different shots can help you contact agencies.

  3. 03 Utilizing Makeup 15m

    Check out this video on commercial photography about the most neutral makeup; avoid colors and shadows from Elizabeth.

  4. 04 Styling 11m

    Watch this video to gain knowledge about the business and insight into working with stylists instead of making your own styling decisions.

  5. 05 Lighting 12m

    Concentrate on the significance of straightforward lighting in a model test for this editorial shoot. Learn about photography lighting

  6. 06 Posing 9m

    Looking for Inspiration? Here in this video, you will learn the basics to advance tips on getting the perfect model poses from Elizabeth.

04 3 - Commercial Shoot 5 lessons · 58m
  1. 01 Utilizing Makeup 14m

    Follow Elizabeth will show you how to take photos of your makeup that are as eye-catching as possible. Learn her crucial makeup advice

  2. 02 Styling 14m

    Check out Ellizabeth’s process on body language, clear instructions, and directives to prompt and direct your model.

  3. 03 Lighting 12m

    Follow Renee and learn what lighting details separate this commercial context from an editorial one. Learn to capture stunning images.

  4. 04 Posing 15m

    Follow Elizabeth Wiseman as she describes the traits of commercial model posing, focusing on movement and energy.

  5. 05 Photoshoots Retrospective 4m

    Join photographer Elizabeth Wiseman as she recaps and reviews her process and philosophy. Witness her approach to fashion photography.

05 4 - Retouching 5 lessons · 35m
  1. 01 Editorial Culling 9m

    Learn about editorial culling for fashion photography by following Elizabeth Wiseman. Enter the model test’s post-production phase.

  2. 02 Editorial Edit 8m

    This video will help you step-by-step through high-end fashion retouching using a different approach. We guide you through everything.

  3. 03 Commercial Culling 9m

    Watch as Elizabeth explains the personality attributes she seeks in a portfolio piece & meets agency standards for a commercial model test.

  4. 04 Commercial Edit 7m

    Follow Elizabeth as she uses Photoshop to improve and display the natural, vivid energy of a commercial model test shot.

  5. 05 Homework Assignment 2m

    Practice what you have learned with assignments. To assist you with completing your photo editing assignments, use the video as guide.

06 5 - Business 3 lessons · 16m
  1. 01 Foundations of a Fashion Photography Career 6m

    Learn how to work with modeling agencies and get your name out there while learning the posing, lighting, and styling for model testing.

  2. 02 Analyzing Your Market 8m

    Analyze your own market and establish how you want to define your own fashion photography career. Watch the tutorial to know more.

  3. 03 Closing Thoughts 2m

    Learn how to work with modeling agencies and get your name out there while learning the posing, lighting, and styling for model testing.

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Elizabeth Wiseman

Your instructor

Elizabeth Wiseman

Fashion Photographer

Elizabeth Wiseman is a fashion and commercial photographer with studios in St. Louis and Knoxville, TN. After achieving a BFA and MA from The University of Tennessee, Wiseman started a studio in St. Louis that has grown to include work in fashion advertising, corporate marketing materials, and entertainment portraits. When not in studio or traveling for projects, Wiseman spends every second with her two boys, Henry and Hugo or tagging along to book stores with her illustrator husband, Daniel.

Questions

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