What not to do in your Portfolio Photoshoot

Tips from Kube Studios

A strong modelling portfolio is the first step in any career progression in the modelling business. Kube Studios review hundreds of portfolios every week and see every mistake in the book over and over again. Visit the Kube Studios website for more information on portfolios. In this post let's look at some of the most common mistakes that models make when submitting their portfolios.

Sometimes its not clear who the actual subject of the photo is. Don't submit photos featuring anyone but yourself. As a standalone picture being presented to a client, they won't know who is who.

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Don't wear hats, sunglasses, or anything that draws attention away from you. Hiding your features is not a good idea. Men shouldn't wear make up. As above, it can hide positives and be misleading. Have a range of shots, head shots, full body shots, and body parts shots if you want to get into body parts modelling for catalogs or adverts. 

If your portfolio is more on the home-made side, at least make sure the environment the photos are taken in is clean, light, airy and presentable. Many photos submitted are taken at night in dimly lit rooms, perhaps even as selfies, and these cannot be used in a professional modelling portfolio. Kube Studios strongly recommend having at least four professional photos in any portfolio. 

Avoid these mistakes and you'll be on the right track. Find Kube Studios on tumblr and watch this video to find out about what Kube Studios can do for you!

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Kube Studios; Manchester's Top Choice

Whatever the reason for your photoshoot, Kube Studios Manchester have the facilities and the team to fulfill any type of photography. It may be that you have been blessed with a newborn and want to have a family shoot, or maybe get some fantastic memories of a hen night (before the madness!). Just speak to our team about your requirements and we'll do our best to accommodate your every need.

The majority of men and women who come to Kube Studios however come for one thing; a solid portfolio to kick-off their modelling career. We know what a successful portfolio consists of and will give you the studio shots, and on-location shots you need to look great to any prospective agency. 

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If you have what it takes to be a model, we can help give you the foundations to make your way. When coming in for your portfolio shoot we generally advise three outfit changes. On average, this is all there is time for without being in too much of a rush. Pick outfits that complement eachother but that show different things about you. A good start would be to pick one formal, for gents that could mean a smart blazer/open shirt combo, or for women a dinner dress or similar. One summery outfit is always a good idea, even if your shoot is in the winter. As a third option, think about what type of modelling you're most interested in and pick something suitable. Additionally, if you have tattoos, moisturise them beforehand to bring out the colour better in the photos. Watch the Kube Studios video below to find out a little more about us and our other locations and visit the Kube Studios website for contact information!

Do you have what it takes to be a model?

Tips from Kube Studios

Kube Studios are one of the UK's top fashion photography portfolio and modeling studios. We have seen what it takes for someone to get out there and become a working model and also seen the mistakes that the majority of models make when trying to represent themselves.

Do you think you have that special something that can take you away from your day job and give you a new start? Most people who decide to try becoming a model begin with very low knowledge of the business and what the actual role entails. This isn't a bad thing, as long as you accept that you have a lot to learn. Here are some tips on what to remember when you're a model. Read more from Kube Studios.

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Things to Remember!

- You work for your agency, and your agency works for you.

The idea that it is an agency's responsibility to find you work is out dated. It is in their interest, yes. But it should work both ways. Work to represent your self and, in Kube Studios experience, they will take more notice of you, perhaps pushing your modeling portfolio to the top of the pile more often.

- You are your own manager, employee, and marketer.

As with any form of self employment, you have to be everything at the same time. Learn about whats involved by looking at what other models are doing, and how they are representing themselves. You don't need to reinvent the wheel, the tactics are all plain to see - as long as you notice them and try to add them into your life style. 

To find out more about Kube Studios visit our website and also watch the video below. We have premises in London, B'ham and Manchester covering the whole of England.

Kube Studios Tips for Photographers

Kube Studios Tips for Photographers

When you are faced with managing a shoot for the first time, it can be quite a scary experience. In our experience, people get easily flustered and focus on the details rather than the matter at hand. Here are some tips from Kube Studios on how to manage yourself, the models and the team on your first shoot. 

The first point to consider is whether the model knows what they are doing, and the purpose of the shoot. If he or she is a first timer hoping to get into fashion modelling then you will manage the situation differently to if it is a professional working for an advertising campaign. Once you know this, your job gets easier. Do they need a nudge, or do they need more? To get the best results you should speak your mind without being condescending or coming off as being angry, no matter how frustrating it might be! Beginners need nurturing, rather than being told off. If the subject is making mistakes, point them out in a nice way and see how they react. 

Make sure your gear is all prepped well before you are due to start. At Kube Studios, all gear is prepared the night before in most cases and double checked in the morning to make sure that appointments run to schedule. There is nothing worse than hardware failure delaying a shoot. At best, it looks unprofessional, and at worst it will lose you a customer and their friends. In a business like photography that, to some extent, relies on referrals, one bad experience can have an impact on the following months. Bearing this in mind, Kube Studios strive to provide the best results and full experience to all clients and customers. If you want to find out more about our London flagship studio, visit the Kube Studios London section of our website and watch the video below. Get in touch through our website or over the phone for booking enquirires and have a great week!

Kube Studios: False Eyelashes

Kube Studios: False Eyelashes

There are two different types of false eyelashes: those attached to a band that you can glue on, and those that come individually. Neither are very hard to apply, the trick lies in taking your time. Trial and error is the best way to get the knack and the best application. Here are some steps from Kube Studios to get the best results from your lashes.

The first step is to prepare your eyes. Draw a line above your lash line in brown or black. Blend and smudge so it looks more natural. You can also apply a thin coat of mascara before you put on the false ones but let it dry before going ahead with the next step.

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Prepare your lash bands by shortening them to the width of your lash line. Use a small sharp pair of scissors and be very careful not to cut too much. You can always make them shorter but not the reverse so air on the side of caution. Flex them so that they're supple enough to follow the curvature of your eye lid.

To apply, dab a thin line of lash band adhesive to the band with a toothpick or similar, thin instrument. Let the glue become tacky, which takes a few seconds, and press them on starting from the inner corner. Hold firmly in place until set. If there is excess adhesive, it'll dry transparent so don't worry about trying to wipe it off. Check out this video to find out more about Kube Studios.

Kube Studios Advice

Kube Studios Modelling Advice 

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Male Modelling

Try to copy some of the poses that other models carry off, but only do this when starting out, as you can't build up a career based on someone else's style. Find your own style as a male model. Don't let anyone tell you that are being vein, because it doesn't matter too much if you are, as long as you aren't self-absorbed and have some sort of awareness to the world around you.

Ask yourself seriously are you good looking enough to be a model-it's all very well saying that 'everyone is beautiful' and yes everyone is beautiful in their own way, but most people are just not photogenic or don’t have the looks that merits them becoming a male model. If you honestly feel you got what it takes then go for it. Kube Studios specializes in male modelling and bringing out the best in guys photo shoots. 

Female Modelling

A good female model has bags of confidence. They are a reflection of the clothes they wear. Fashion models have to take a great deal of criticism and commenting from others, so it is very important that they are able to control their temper and keep themselves composed – remember, they may be just criticizing the clothes. However, a great fashion model will have a great deal of popularity and fame, and be featured in many magazines. 

Therefore, it is very important that you are able to show yourself as an example to others. Generally, the experienced models of the modelling agency that get a better response and are more easily recognized are the ones that get to wear the latest fashion that everyone else wants. Many of the models also get contracted by various fashion houses and designer firms depending on their look. Fashion models can even get to model exclusively for the fashion house only, making it easy for the designers to get exclusive modelling from these models.

Child Modelling

Modelling is extremely competitive, especially child modelling. There are so many cute kids out there vying for the same spot, it is hard to know who to choose. Set yourself apart by having a committed parent to take you to auditions, protect you in situations you are not comfortable with and find you the right child modelling agency for you. You need to invest time and effort into perfecting your poses and stances and for that you need the right team around you and lots of dedication. Kube Studios is not a modelling agency. 

You can also research the careers of other models to find out how they made it. Also, research the best photographers and study child models poses to emulate and improve on them. A good modelling agency can help with this. Using the help of a modelling agency you would learn tips and tricks which would help you in starting your career