What it's truly like to move to NYC for modeling at the age of 18

Kristin Shockley is a creative director, stylist, producer and the force behind Lustre Theory, a creative agency that focuses on inspiring brand content, working with fashion, products, editorial, and events. Recent publication and features The New York Times People Magazine Flower Magazine En Forme Magazine Distinction Magazine Virginia Living Magazine Style Me Pretty Wedding Sparrow Weddings & Honeymoons Magazine Instagram: @lustretheory www.lustretheory.com _________ For more information visit ModelSecrets.online To book a coaching session with us: Book now Instagram: @modelsecretspodcast Tiktok: @modelsecrets YouTube channel

Kamla-Kay is a professional agency-signed model in the USA and Cape Town, South Africa. She has modeled for brands such as The Ritz-Carlton, Disney, Stella McCartney, David Beckham, Atlantis Bahamas, IT Cosmetics and Ashley Home Store to name a few. Kamla-Kay is also a modeling coach for all ages where she teaches aspiring models through her social media channels and private masterclass course how to increase their odds of getting agency signed, avoid scams and build a strong model portfolio. Her content also includes posing tips and classes for those struggling in front of the camera. Kamla-Kay released her ebook “How to Become a Model” which can be purchased directly on her website KamlaKay.com Instagram: @kamlakay Tiktok: @kamlakay E-book: "How to become a model" Portfolio _________ For more information visit ModelSecrets.online To book a coaching session with us: Book now Instagram: @modelsecretspodcast Tiktok: @modelsecrets YouTube channel

Maranda Vanelli grew up in a small town in western New York and she started modeling when she signed with her mother agent Mazza models when she was fifteen. About a year after she started modeling, she signed with Fusion models in New York City when she was 16. She is now 18 and living in New York City, modeling full time and she absolutely loves it! Due to the pandemic she didn’t really start working until last summer but since then she booked her first campaign for Steve Madden and have been doing a lot of ecomm. Maranda's clients: ASOS, Claudia Li, DKNY, Greedilous by Tilda, Love Shack Fancy, Macy's, Nasty Gal, Netaporter, Steve Madden, Tony & Guy. Maranda's Instagram: @marandavanelli Tiktok: @marandavanelli Portfolio _________ For more information visit ModelSecrets.online To book a coaching session with us: Book now Instagram: @modelsecrets.online Tiktok: @modelsecrets YouTube channel

For more information visit ModelSecrets.online To book a coaching session with us: Book now Instagram: @modelsecrets.online Tiktok: @modelsecrets YouTube channel

Jeanette Shustack-Allred is a photographer currently based in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania. She specializes in fashion and beauty product photography. In 2016, she earned her Bachelor of Science degree in photography from The Art Institute of Pittsburgh. Shustack-Allred’s work reflects an influence from both fashion and graphic design. She utilizes bold color and patterns within her work, which gives her photographs a distinctive sense of elegance. She plays with dynamic color combinations that highlight relationships in her subjects. Her skill with interpretive lighting creates dynamic geometric elements within the frame. Shustack-Allred has her hand in every part of the production of her imagery. She conceptualizes the models hair, makeup and wardrobe for her projects. She also is involved in the photo styling on set, building backdrops and creating accessories, like headpieces, that she uses in her photographs. Shustack-Allred incorporates fashion and beauty into her personal work as well. She creates photographs with social themes such as women’s empowerment and environmental issues. Her past series Common Ground and Celebrating Women explore some of these subjects. Shustack-Allred is currently working on a project that investigates recycling and reusing materials, with a connection to fashion. She will be studying recycling in general and then tying it to reusing materials in the fashion industry. Along with fashion and product photography, Shustack-Allred also has a background in graphic design and videography. For thirteen years she worked in the U.S. Army as a Multimedia Illustrator. Here she designed products like logos, page layouts, and posters. Knowing this, you can see how she is influenced by graphic design. Her time in the Army is also where she learned video editing. Shustack-Allred continues to explore video in her current work. She now films and edits her own videos, as well as creating animations with still images. As in all of her imagery, she ties in fashion elements into her video work as well. www.shustackphotography.com @jeanetteshu Linda Russell's styling and design career started 11+ years ago. Linda's expertise includes, but not limited to: art direction, wardrobe, editorial, commercials, beauty, social media, branding, athletes & celebrity styling.  Six years ago, she moved to the east coast to continue her journey. Soon after, she was hired by the agency Creative Drive. She was promoted to Lead Stylist for the client Under Armour. Shortly after being promoted to Lead Stylist, she was given the opportunity to Art Direct for Under Armour & National Geographic for various projects. Her role as the lead stylist & art director was to direct, provide creative ideas along with mentoring and training others. After 3.5 years of working for an agency she decided to start her own business Linda Russell Style. She has expanded her business to not only fashion & art direction, but also interior styling and design. Some of Linda's clients include National Geographic, Under Armour, McCann, NFL, Verizon, Smartypants, 33mile, CustomInk, Boscov's & QVC. Most recently Linda moved to Austin, TX where she is looking to expand her business and discover new possibilities. www.lindarussellstyle.com @linda_russell_style

Runway Coach Mandy Dyonne is a trained dancer, choreographer and dance instructor. She has walked as a national and international model for many fashion shows including the New York Fashion Week and Amsterdam Fashion Week. She knows first hand the skills and mindset needed to become a successful model with a great walk. She has coached models for the Elite Model Look, NEXT, The Society, One Management New York, Fusion New York, Silent New York and has collaborated with Alexander Wang, Michael Kors, Calvin Klein, Tony Cohen and Emporio Armani … among others. Mandy is also the runway coach and judge for Holland’s Next Top Model. With her Master’s Degree in Psychology from the University of Amsterdam, Mandy knows how to coach and tutor on a psychological level. And above all? She’ll give you the skills and confidence to rock the runway and radiate on camera! Mandy's Instagram: @runwaycoach Tiktok: @runwaycoach www.runwaycoachnyc.com

Todd had over 39 years in the industry as a model, he worked in London and New York. He has worked with models, magazines, and photographers throughout the country. Todd's Instagram: @mr_eriksen_wright For more information and our online modeling workshops visit ModelSecrets.online Instagram: @modelsecrets.online Tiktok: @modelsecrets YouTube channel

In this episode we share initial steps you need to take to become a model. For more information and our online modeling workshops visit ModelSecrets.online Instagram: @modelsecrets.online Tiktok: @modelsecrets YouTube channel

Natalie was born and raised in South Haven, Michigan, and she is currently going to nursing school in Indianapolis, Indiana. She started modeling when she was 19 years old. She is represented by Helen Wells Agency. Natalie has worked with brands like Hollister, Delta Faucets, and others. She is also known for her entertaining videos on TikTok. She posts everything modeling-related, including skincare, modeling tips for beginners, workout programs, and how to balance school and modeling. Several of her videos have reached over one million views. She now has 34.2k followers and 2.3 million likes on TikTok. Natalie is excited to continue to use her platform to help aspiring models learn about all aspects of the modeling business. Instagram: @natalie.beeson TikTok: @nataliexelise Portfolio Online modeling workshops: modelsecrets.online

Erin had spent over 23 years working in New York City, scouting for prestigious modeling agencies in the high fashion world. Erin started her career in the modeling world in the mid 90's at Elite Model Management in NYC while John Casablancas was still in charge of the company. Traveling all over the country scouting every inch of the USA - Erin discovered actress Krysten Ritter in a mall in PA. In 2000, Erin decided to make a switch and became the Director of Scouting at New York Model Management where she spent 17 years working until November of 2017 when she left to start Signed Management. Erin has traveled extensively throughout the world scouting and discovering some of the top names in the high fashion world.  Because of the travel that she has done, she has had the privilege of visiting some of the best agencies in all of the main high fashion markets. She has also worked for many years with agents all over the world and has maintained those relationships. Follow Signed Management on Instagram