Matthew Hardy, 16, first came to We Are Models because he was interested in finding out more about modelling. Less than a month later, and he\u2019s signed with The Eye Casting as a teen model and couldn\u2019t be happier.<\/p>\n
We sat down with Matthew and asked him a few questions about his journey.<\/p>\n
Introducing\u2026. Teen model Matthew Hardy
\nWAM: Hi Matthew! Thanks so much for making time to chat.<\/p>\n
M.H: Hey! No problem; more than happy to talk.<\/p>\n
WAM: I guess the first question is this\u2026 why modelling? Why did you get in touch with We Are Models?<\/p>\n
M.H: Why modelling. OK. Well, since I was 13 people had been telling me that I\u2019ve got good cheekbones, and so maybe I should think about being a teen model. It\u2019s one of those things. You definitely don\u2019t put too much store by it to start with, but if you keep hearing people saying you could model, you start to think about it more seriously.<\/p>\n
Plus I\u2019ve always liked being in front of the camera, and I have an interest in film and photography myself. I\u2019m actually thinking of taking a director course one of these days. I\u2019m also interested in editing and production, so it all plays into the modelling industry. With everyone telling me I should be a teen model as well, that gave me the confidence to pursue it.<\/p>\n
I didn\u2019t know anything about the industry, but I thought it was maybe worth giving a shot. Then I saw an advert for We Are Models through social media and that was the prompt I needed to get in touch.<\/p>\n
I went in to see the We Are Models team and they told me all about this huge industry I knew nothing about. It was really exciting stuff, so I signed up as a member.<\/p>\n
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I went in to see the We Are Models team and they told me all about this huge industry I knew nothing about. It was really exciting stuff, so I signed up as a member<\/p>\n
WAM: What sort of things did you talk about?<\/p>\n
M.H: They gave me so much insight into the industry; I just didn\u2019t know a lot about it before. They explained the differences between fashion and commercial modelling and where I\u2019d be most suited. The team really told me where I should be heading and how I should position myself as a teen model.<\/p>\n
I decided this was something I\u2019d be interested to pursue, so I had my portfolio done. We worked through loads of different looks and different outfits and got a really great collection together.<\/p>\n
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The team really told me where I should be heading and how I should position myself as a teen model<\/p>\n
I was so impressed with the Head Photographer, Marina. She and her team developed a whole theme, and mapped this out through a series of photos. They came out and were really impressive: I was so thrilled.<\/p>\n
WAM: Was this your first time in front of the camera?<\/p>\n
M.H: In front of a professional camera, yes. It was great actually. I like to think that I\u2019m quite confident \u2013 there\u2019s no point being shy if you want to be in the modelling industry. I just went for it, and they helped me a lot. Gave me a lot of direction. I\u2019ve picked up a lot that I carried forward in my career.<\/p>\n
When I first went in to see The Eye Casting, the agency I\u2019ve signed with, their photographer took a couple of shots of me and the first thing he said was that I know how to carry myself, how to work the camera. He said he was impressed at how natural I was, which I definitely have We Are Models to thank for!<\/p>\n
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The first agency I applied to commented straight away on how natural I was in front of the camera, which I definitely have We Are Models to thank for!<\/p>\n
WAM: We hear that a lot! Obviously coming away with fantastic professional images is a big plus, but the direction in front of the camera is invaluable for aspiring models.<\/p>\n
M.H: Definitely! That\u2019s one of the best things about working with We Are Models. When you\u2019re coming into the industry you can\u2019t just take up the mantle and do it yourself; you definitely need someone to guide you and to help you along.<\/p>\n
If you want to be a teen model, if you want to make your start in the industry, you should definitely go to We Are Models!<\/p>\n
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When you\u2019re coming into the industry you definitely need someone to guide you and to help you along<\/p>\n
WAM: Aw, thanks Matthew! You\u2019ll make us blush. And on that note, do you have any other tips for anyone who wants to be a teen model?<\/p>\n
M.H: I\u2019d say go for it! Also, confidence is key \u2013 in all walks of life but especially in the modelling industry. We Are Models really gave me confidence, because I felt like I knew I was doing the right thing, acting in the right way.<\/p>\n
I\u2019d also say how important it is to find something that\u2019s right for you. Don\u2019t just apply to agencies because they\u2019re prestigious \u2013 find agencies that are a good fit. We Are Models pointed me in the direction of The Eye Casting because they\u2019re much more edgy and young, and that really suits what I\u2019m looking for.<\/p>\n
teen model<\/p>\n
We Are Models really gave me confidence, because I felt like I knew I was doing the right thing, acting in the right way<\/p>\n
If you\u2019re going to try and go into modelling, don\u2019t waste time by applying to the wrong agencies. There\u2019s no point signing up to someone who isn\u2019t right for you, because either you won\u2019t get signed anyway, or you won\u2019t get work through them.<\/p>\n
WAM: That\u2019s perfect, thank you. And finally, what does the future hold for you?<\/p>\n
M.H: I don\u2019t know; it\u2019s all exciting stuff! I guess, as clich\u00e9 as it sounds, I just want to continue the journey. It\u2019s all about the experiences!<\/p>\n
WAM: Matthew, you\u2019ve been a star. Thank you so much for your time!<\/p>\n
Want to be a teen model like Matthew? We Are Models can help. Get in touch to find out more about our high-touch, highly-personalized service to help you become a model.<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"
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